Google Surprises Chromebooks with Update Littered with AI
Google top-notch as always, unveils two new Chromebooks and its subsequent software update which are bristling with artificial intelligence. These announcements increase Google’s positioning in relation to such players as Apple Intelligence on Mac and Copilot.
In addition, two new models of increased power and versatility
The Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet 11 is being restocked, this time with updated MediaTek processor, up to 8 GB of RAM, and up to 128GB storage. There is also an 11-inch WUXGA touch screen that supports a separate stylus, also known as a pen. It is convenient to take notes on Pen-enabled systems as a result of using Goodnotes software. The Duet 11 is due for release this month at $349 price range.
The second, and more exciting model is the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus. This newcomer could give an outline of the developing criteria for the more intensive across and design of Google’s hardware, future AI characteristics. It not only boasts a thin border of 0.5 inches; a beautiful 15.6 OLED screen, an Intel Core 3 Raptor Lake processor, and 13 hours of battery life but also has a new key on the keyboard.
Known as “Quick Insert” among the Mountain View team, press of this key brings up the contextual menu containing the most frequently used options depending on the current environment. For instance, in Google Doc, you will see the help me write alternatives as well as the emoticons. It will cost $699 and is also out this month.
New AI features for everyone
If you already own a Chromebook, just know that many of these changes will be enact this month, for free, thanks to updates. Among them are:
Live translate: Real-time AI-translated subtitles will be available on the text of any audio or video, business meeting or video lesson on YouTube, for example.
Help me read: This feature allows you to summarize articles, PDFs, or entire websites with a right click.
Recorder app: Like Apple’s Voice Memos app, Chromebooks now come with an AI-powered recording app.
New video calling features: Google is further enhancing the video calling experience with built-in appearance improvements and a new studio-style mic feature.
Gemini for all Chromebooks: Once exclusive to the Chromebook Plus, Gemini is now available on all Chromebook models.
On top of that, Google is offering standard Chromebook buyers a free three-month access to the Google One AI Premium Plan. If you opt for the Chromebook Plus, access will be free for 12 months.
