Googlebook review: Android on a laptop is still Android
Summary
Google has introduced new laptops called Googlebooks that run on a version of Android designed for phones. These laptops have premium features and support Android apps but still feel similar to using a large phone or Chromebook rather than a traditional high-end laptop.Key Facts
- Googlebooks are Android-powered laptops aimed to compete with Windows and macOS.
- They feature premium hardware like touchscreen displays, metal bodies, and biometric unlocking (fingerprint or face).
- Googlebooks include different models from brands like Acer, Asus, HP, Lenovo, with prices mostly above $899.
- The Acer Googlebook 14 starts at $899 with an OLED screen and metal chassis, but uses a traditional clicky trackpad.
- Higher-end models, such as the HP Googlebook 14, cost around $1,300 and have advanced chips and better keyboards.
- The Lenovo Googlebook 15 is larger and includes extra ports like HDMI and USB-A.
- Googlebooks try to attract Android phone users but still feel like a mix between a Chromebook and a big phone.
- The Glowbar is a new feature that lights up in Google colors for certain actions but is not a major selling point.
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