Google has finally confirmed what years of leaks hinted at: Chrome OS and Android are on a path to become one unified platform. In a recent interview, Android chief Sameer Samat said the goal is “one codebase, any screen,” meaning Chromebooks will eventually run a full-fat Android experience complete with Play Store parity, desktop-grade multitasking, and tighter phone integration while Android tablets and desktops pick up Chrome OS’s windowing tricks and security sandbox. Early test builds are already surfacing in Canary channels, and sources say the first consumer devices could appear as soon as 2026. Our video breaks down what this merger means for app developers, hardware makers, and anyone considering a new laptop or phone.
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