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1. 

   @peluminova2515

   September 21, 2026 at 3:59 pm

   ​I get the initial skepticism around Google’s track record here, but all the pieces are actually falling into place for this to work out long-term—it just needs time to marinade.

   ​If Google fully backs Google Book OS and eventually expands partnerships to Samsung, Chinese OEMs, and established mobile brands (we already see what Honor and Huawei are capable of in PC design), it could push hardware variety and healthy market competition to its absolute peak.

   ​The Software Gap & AI Solves:
   The primary hurdle right now is clearly the lack of a mature, desktop-grade software library. But that organically irons itself out as adoption grows. What’s interesting is how Google anticipated this gap: by integrating AI-assisted development tools (vibe coding), they’re lowering the barrier for developers and power users to spin up personal, lightweight software solutions on demand without relying solely on legacy software giants.

   ​The Next Evolutionary Step:
   Android’s natural evolution requires feature enrichment that only larger screens and desktop-class windowing can provide. Combined with Google’s lead in on-device AI integration, this gives them a platform to deliver something far more distinct than the standard macOS/Windows offerings. The sky’s the limit once optimization kicks in.

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2. 

   @johan109

   September 21, 2026 at 4:01 pm

   Google’s version of HarmonyOS Next

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3. 

   @Russell_and_co

   September 21, 2026 at 4:03 pm

   So it’s a big phone that cannot make a call? Probably just stick with my chromebook

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4. 

   @SR-cm2my

   September 21, 2026 at 4:03 pm

   I personally think all competitors have lost it to the MacBook Neo in the US. HP & Dell will only be left with their vendor locked in enterprise sales.

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5. 

   @iamcalledjared

   September 21, 2026 at 4:15 pm

   6 minutes for a commercial is too f__ing loooong

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6. 

   @Mizzoulord13

   September 21, 2026 at 4:59 pm

   This is really intriguing and a boost for the Android ecosystem.

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7. 

   @DM-ol9ne

   September 21, 2026 at 5:12 pm

   Has it been discontinued yet? 
   It’s been 8 hours but things move faster these days so I’m wondering

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8. 

   @curbsidetech

   September 21, 2026 at 5:26 pm

   I really like my Duet 5, but looking forward to trying this. I use Gemini ai as well as an android phone. This made for me.

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9. 

   @Lorelai-z3y

   September 21, 2026 at 5:54 pm

   Cant wait to buy a laptop, let me just search specifically for “ai” features. Said no one ever. ……

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10. 

    @UCnhHegbqCv6_CnRAETfCSsA

    September 21, 2026 at 6:16 pm

    So Google can literally use every bit of information on the laptop to train its AI
    I honestly wonder whether anyone would actually consider buying this

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11. 

    @andthatswhy5198

    September 21, 2026 at 6:19 pm

    Are people really impressed by these “Ai” features? It’s just “special” widgets, a calendar “agent”, and stuff that already existed to some degree on other software..

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12. 

    @X139T

    September 21, 2026 at 6:34 pm

    Google book Neo

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13. 

    @Kjaywest

    September 21, 2026 at 6:36 pm

    So, Windows 11 sucks on PC and on laptops & now you want people to use a not-so-proven OS. Good luck with that. I’ll stay on my MacBook Pro. Apple gave you all a blueprint, and yet no one uses it. macOS is not perfect, but I have far fewer issues and solid battery life using it. Siri AI is so good now & I love Gemini as an AI; I use it all the time. $899.99 for a non-power user LMAooo… Just get an iPad for less if you are a non-power user.

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14. 

    @haroldas2861

    September 21, 2026 at 6:58 pm

    I need a multi-profile browser support, full stop!. This is a big issue for me on Chromebooks, and it’s extremely frustrating to learn that the new Googlebook OS still won’t support standard browser profiles. Google needs to hear that this is a core feature many of us rely on for daily productivity.
    On my current setup, I have a bunch of OS user logins created and have to log into all of them each time just in case I need to flip to another profile. I do work for multiple related companies and also have a personal account, and navigating between them is painful.
    It also creates a major issue with WhatsApp. I need it set up on each of these accounts, but WhatsApp only allows 4 linked devices. This single laptop has now used up 3 of them. This wouldn’t be an issue at all if I could just flip the bloody Chrome browser profile instead of setting up a separate OS environment for each account. If Googlebook OS is meant for serious work, forcing us to use clunky OS-level workarounds instead of proper Chrome profiles is a huge letdown.

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15. 

    @plove552

    September 21, 2026 at 7:28 pm

    Okay I’m trying to be excited but the problem is to me they just made a very powerful Android tablet think about it Samsung tablets have ecosystems that do similar to the same thing might not have as much of a powerful processor but come on until you can tell me these things can replace a Windows or an Apple device i don’t understand and also let’s be honest some of the Chromebooks that are more expensive can do some of these things as well

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16. 

    @arky9002

    September 21, 2026 at 7:53 pm

    Honestly, I can see people getting the 900$ version and dual booting it. Its good hardware for the price considering the current situation. With barely any native app support, I dont see anyone seriously getting this over a tablet or a smartphone

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17. 

    @rebellionpower

    September 21, 2026 at 8:04 pm

    what about regular Android tablets that have casting features from Android phone?
    why get a googlebook instead of an android tablet and roll with the regular windows laptop with all the files and usage abilities and 3rd party software coverage?!

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18. 

    @CaptainFSU

    September 21, 2026 at 8:20 pm

    Never asked for this. What I am asking for Google to bring back Steam for Chrome OS which it inexplicably mothballed. Was getting 40fps on Skyrim Special Edition and then Google one day just turned off that functionality. Thanks

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19. 

    @JMAQR

    September 21, 2026 at 8:37 pm

    Just pick up a US $ 200 chinese laptop equal or better than any US $ 800 HP, Lenovo, etc

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20. 

    @JorgeEduardoLopez123

    September 21, 2026 at 8:48 pm

    A high-end laptop to stream Android apps 🤔?

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21. 

    @bubblewhip382

    September 21, 2026 at 8:58 pm

    “ai built right into it”

    *looks inside*

    it’s a machine that uses the internet to get its AI.

    Wow… like every other machine.

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22. 

    @scupking

    September 21, 2026 at 9:06 pm

    You would be dumb to buy one of these over a Mac or PC…

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23. 

    @ScottDamery

    September 21, 2026 at 9:09 pm

    Ai is the future and Gemini will be my guide

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24. 

    @hope-mu

    September 21, 2026 at 9:14 pm

    one more device to play candy crush

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25. 

    @chualcvn9832

    September 21, 2026 at 9:21 pm

    Wide screen 10:7 is productive:
    Oled 3000×2100 + 100hz
    200x140mm, 600 usd
    300x210mm, 800 usd

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