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Google Launches First 'Googlebook' Laptops with Gemini Intelligence, Multiple OEM Partners

4 outlets9/22/2026

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Google has launched its 'Googlebook' laptop category, featuring models from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo. These devices integrate Gemini Intelligence, Android app support, and AI tools like Magic Pointer, with prices starting at $899. Availability begins in October 2026.

via TechPowerUp

Google officially launched its 'Googlebook' laptops on September 21, 2026, with five initial models from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo. These devices are designed to integrate seamlessly with Android phones, featuring Gemini Intelligence, Android app support, and AI-driven tools like Magic Pointer. All models include 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, and touchscreen displays, with prices ranging from $899 to $1,299.

The laptops use either Intel Core Ultra Series 3 or Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processors, with some models offering up to 18 hours of battery life. Features such as Magic Pointer allow users to interact with Gemini AI by wiggling the cursor, while Rambler provides enhanced speech-to-text functionality. Dell and HP also highlighted Snapdragon X Elite's role in enabling native Android apps and cross-device continuity.

Pricing varies across models, with the Acer Googlebook 14 at $899 and the Asus Googlebook 14 at $1,299. The Dell XPS Googlebook, powered by Snapdragon X Elite, is available for $999 (Best Buy) or $1,199 (Google Store). Some sources note discrepancies in pricing and specifications, such as battery life and weight, between models. Pre-orders are open through Google Store and retailers like Best Buy, with deliveries scheduled for October 4, 2026, in the U.S.

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