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What is Aluminum OS? What we know about Google's Android desktop operating system.

Despite Android's presence in nearly every corner of the tech industry, it has yet to truly establish a foothold on PC platforms. Google has had ChromeOS powering Chromebooks for years, but the ...
Android

[UPDATED] Lenovo breaks down Android for PC's strengths and weaknesses in recent Q&A

UPDATE (November 17, 2025): A Lenovo spokesperson reached out with a statement to clear things up, as the article the company published created some confusion. Here’s the official statement: “The ...
Android

NexPhone can Multiboot Three Operating Systems, But Offers Mid-Range Specs

NexPhone is a unique smartphone that can triple-boot Windows, Android, and Linux operating systems. Users can also connect it to a monitor for a full desktop experience. As for the hardware specs, it ...
BGR

Android's Next Big Evolution 'Aluminium' Isn't Coming Soon (And It's Clear Why)

When images of Google's Aluminum operating system leaked online, Android users jumped for joy at the possibility of combining ChromeOS and Android into a single operating system. While Google has kept ...
BGR

Google's Aluminium OS Will Power Android-Based MacBook Pro Rivals

ChromeOS has been a very successful platform for Google, helping it secure a foothold in the laptop industry without competing at the premium end of the spectrum. Google positioned ChromeOS devices as ...
The Verge

Aluminium: Why Google’s Android for PC launch may be messy and controversial

Aluminium may not fully arrive till 2028 — and ChromeOS bows out in 2034. Aluminium may not fully arrive till 2028 — and ChromeOS bows out in 2034. is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge ...
Android Police

Android desktop needs to get these 5 things right to replace my Windows PC

I have eight years of experience covering Android, with a focus on apps, features, and platform updates. I love looking at even the minute changes in apps and software updates that most people would ...