Gossip Destiny: Editor's Pick: Android, Chromebook Make a Sweet Couple

Jack M. Germain Jul 23, 2016 11:00 AM PT
	Chrome OS and Android Apps now run together on some Chromebooks. Many, but not all, Chromebook models will get the operating system update that allows it as fall approaches. The Asus Chromebook Flip C100P -- the first Chromebook to get the upgrade -- is an impressive example of what will come with the hybrid integration of Chrome OS and Android apps. [More...]

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