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The end of Chrome OS marks a significant shift in the operating system landscape.

The end of Chrome OS marks a significant shift in the operating system landscape.

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agasycookie
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12-07-2021, 12:14 PM
#1
I sense Chrome OS plus Flex will likely disappear as Google shifts toward a unified Android desktop. I’d prefer upgrading to Chrome OS over Windows 11 on my gaming PC after the end of Windows 10 support, since I already have extra Gmail accounts. You’re right—I’ve been critical of Chrome OS, but after using Windows 11 in school it’s clearly not the best experience. From a privacy standpoint, Windows 11 feels worse than Chrome in my view. Still, I’m looking forward to a dedicated Android desktop OS. What are your thoughts?
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agasycookie
12-07-2021, 12:14 PM #1

I sense Chrome OS plus Flex will likely disappear as Google shifts toward a unified Android desktop. I’d prefer upgrading to Chrome OS over Windows 11 on my gaming PC after the end of Windows 10 support, since I already have extra Gmail accounts. You’re right—I’ve been critical of Chrome OS, but after using Windows 11 in school it’s clearly not the best experience. From a privacy standpoint, Windows 11 feels worse than Chrome in my view. Still, I’m looking forward to a dedicated Android desktop OS. What are your thoughts?

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JustClappy
Junior Member
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12-12-2021, 12:43 AM
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Android laptops have been around for about 15 years, making it hard to believe Chrome OS would be completely phased out for a technology that already exists and has limited market presence. Remember, Chrome OS was developed following Android.
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JustClappy
12-12-2021, 12:43 AM #2

Android laptops have been around for about 15 years, making it hard to believe Chrome OS would be completely phased out for a technology that already exists and has limited market presence. Remember, Chrome OS was developed following Android.

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x15Ghost15x
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12-12-2021, 01:47 AM
#3
Yes, Android laptops are available.
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x15Ghost15x
12-12-2021, 01:47 AM #3

Yes, Android laptops are available.

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Eisenhuut
Junior Member
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12-17-2021, 02:04 AM
#4
They gained more attention a few years back when multiple firms attempted to develop Android-based convertible tablets and laptops. Android devices for laptops and desktops continue to be produced by less trustworthy makers.
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Eisenhuut
12-17-2021, 02:04 AM #4

They gained more attention a few years back when multiple firms attempted to develop Android-based convertible tablets and laptops. Android devices for laptops and desktops continue to be produced by less trustworthy makers.

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sonic3003
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01-07-2022, 09:46 PM
#5
windows 8 era?
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sonic3003
01-07-2022, 09:46 PM #5

windows 8 era?

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Frinex10
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01-07-2022, 11:23 PM
#6
Mainly
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Frinex10
01-07-2022, 11:23 PM #6

Mainly

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edbuilder
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01-08-2022, 04:34 AM
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Isn't this the sentiment Sameer Samat expressed just a few days prior?
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edbuilder
01-08-2022, 04:34 AM #7

Isn't this the sentiment Sameer Samat expressed just a few days prior?

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amellecki
Junior Member
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01-19-2022, 01:01 PM
#8
Sam Tucker had a good point about Android challenging Chrome OS for dominance. I agree, he’s right. I plan to test the official desktop Android version once it launches, as it could enhance my Steam library experience. I’m just curious how others view Chrome OS being integrated into desktop Android.
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amellecki
01-19-2022, 01:01 PM #8

Sam Tucker had a good point about Android challenging Chrome OS for dominance. I agree, he’s right. I plan to test the official desktop Android version once it launches, as it could enhance my Steam library experience. I’m just curious how others view Chrome OS being integrated into desktop Android.

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aakubaaa
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01-19-2022, 07:51 PM
#9
The reasoning behind this comes from understanding ChromeOS's capabilities and existing integrations.
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aakubaaa
01-19-2022, 07:51 PM #9

The reasoning behind this comes from understanding ChromeOS's capabilities and existing integrations.

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cartoon4638
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01-19-2022, 10:47 PM
#10
The information aligns with what was shared on one of LMG's platforms. ChromeOS is set to integrate with Android. It’s reassuring to hear about potential new features. My grandparents use a Chromebook, and I noticed at a hotel that they had to click a tiny arrow to see available WiFi networks instead of seeing them directly. By default, the interface displayed advanced network options.
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cartoon4638
01-19-2022, 10:47 PM #10

The information aligns with what was shared on one of LMG's platforms. ChromeOS is set to integrate with Android. It’s reassuring to hear about potential new features. My grandparents use a Chromebook, and I noticed at a hotel that they had to click a tiny arrow to see available WiFi networks instead of seeing them directly. By default, the interface displayed advanced network options.