Google is discontinuing ChromeOS. Although Chromebooks will likely still be sold for some time, anyone who is considering purchasing one should do some research and know exactly what they are buying.
The article in the link explains things better than I can do here, and even though Google has not officially revealed its new devices there is more and more information out there.
Why this might matter to Logos users: the new OS is supposed to be able to run Android apps. So hypothetically would be able to install and run the Logos Android app. It would remain to be seen how well this would work, and it might not be a good experience unless an Android app is released specifically targeting an Android Desktop . Only time will tell.
I do not use Android or ChromeOS, but I thought I would post this as a heads-up for other Logos users who might be affected. One main concern is that most current Chromebooks will NOT be able to upgrade to the new OS.
The new OS is Googles strategy to integrate AI, and thus they have hardware requirements that most current Chromebooks do not meet.
I include the following not as the final word, but just as a starting point for anyone interested:
My conversation with Grok:
Q: Will currently sold Chromebooks be able to upgrade to the new os?
No — most currently sold Chromebooks will not be able to upgrade to Aluminium OS.
Google has confirmed that the transition will be hardware-dependent, and the majority of existing Chromebooks lack the required specs for the new Android-based OS.
Who Can Likely Upgrade?
Only recent high-end or mid-range models have a realistic chance:
- Strong candidates: Chromebook Plus models (2023–2026) with:
- Modern processors (Intel 12th Gen / Alder Lake or newer, recent MediaTek Kompanio series, or equivalent)
- 8 GB RAM or more (16 GB preferred)
- 128 GB+ storage
- Newer NPUs for AI features
- Examples often mentioned as likely eligible: Acer Spin 714, certain Lenovo Chromebook Plus models, HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook, and similar premium 2022+ devices.
Who Probably Cannot Upgrade?
- Budget models with 4 GB RAM or older Celeron/Pentium processors
- Devices from before ~2022
- Anything near or past its Auto Update Expiration (AUE) date
Google will continue providing security updates for these devices on ChromeOS (sometimes called “ChromeOS Classic”) until their promised end-of-life (up to 10 years from launch).
Bottom Line
If you’re buying a Chromebook today and want the best shot at getting Aluminium OS in late 2026 or 2027, choose a recent Chromebook Plus model with at least 8 GB RAM and a modern CPU. Otherwise, plan on staying on ChromeOS for the life of the device.
