2 new Chromebooks and new AI features to get more done

Today we’re announcing two new Chromebooks — our thinnest and lightest Chromebook Plus, and a refresh of one of our most portable Chromebooks — along with new software features that use Google AI to help you get more done. Starting this month, all Chromebooks will come with Gemini, and Chromebook Plus laptops will also come with new Google AI features like Help me read, Live Translate and much more, starting at $350 USD.

The thinnest and lightest Chromebook Plus

The new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus is an ultra-portable, thin and light laptop with a sleek design and an eye-catching neptune blue color. At only 2.58 pounds (1.17kg) and less than half an inch thin (11.8 millimeters), it’s our thinnest and lightest Chromebook Plus yet and comes packed with 8GB of RAM, an Intel Core 3 100U (Raptor Lake-R) processor, 256GB of storage, a 15.6” OLED screen and up to 13 hours of battery life¹. It’s also the first Chromebook Plus to include the Quick Insert key. The new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook will be available starting in October.

A fast way to get things done with Quick Insert

The new Quick Insert key delivers instant help where you need it. With a tap of the dedicated keyboard button, a menu instantly gives you access to everything you might need from editing what you’re writing, instantly adding a URL link or quickly finding the perfect emoji or GIF. Here are just a few examples of what you’ll find:

• Quick access to Help me write, which uses Gemini models, so you can get help crafting new text, edit what you've written or change the tone
• Emoji and GIFs to easily add to any text field
• A list of your recently opened websites, to add links without searching, copying and pasting between windows
• Google Drive integrated search so you can attach files, photos, videos or anything from your Google Drive, while staying within your work flow
• Tactical tools to do simple calculations, add a specific date, and convert units of measure right where you need it

The Quick Insert key launches exclusively on the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus, but existing Chromebook users can use the feature with a keyboard shortcut. Starting next year, the key will become available across more Chromebook and Chromebook Plus laptops, along with the ability to quickly create AI-generated images from within the Quick Insert menu.

A portable Chromebook that reimagines note-taking

The compact and durable Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11” not only can easily fit in your bag or on your lap, but also converts from laptop to tablet mode with its built-in kickstand. The Lenovo USI Pen 2 (sold separately) and upgraded palm rejection model lets you sketch with precision, and a MediaTek Kompanio 838 processor with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage delivers speed for your daily needs. Plus, video call or record with high resolution 8MP back-facing and 5MP front-facing cameras with new AI enhanced zoom capabilities, and a bright, narrow-bezel display helps you comfortably stream video.

The Goodnotes for Web app is now optimized for stylus-compatible Chromebooks like the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11”. Just put your stylus on the screen and you can journal, study and take notes as you would on paper. Get the app from the Play Store or from goodnotes.com/web. Later this month, you can get three months of Goodnotes, including free digital stationery, on all stylus-enabled devices on chromebook.com/perks².

More AI features on Chromebook Plus

In addition to the recent launch of the Help me write feature and the ability to chat with Gemini, now Chromebook Plus laptops will have even more features to make everyday tasks easier. The following AI features will become available through automatic updates throughout October.

• Accelerate understanding with Help me read. Help me read helps you summarize PDFs, articles or websites, all with a right click. You can even ask follow-up questions to dive deeper. Starting next year you can even highlight specific sentences or paragraphs you need extra help clarifying.
• Overcome language barriers with Live Translate.³ Use Live Translate to enable Google AI-translated captions on whatever is on your screen, whether it’s a meeting on Zoom, a YouTube livestream or a video file a family member sends you. Live Translate can instantly translate content into over 100 languages.
• Easily capture audio, thoughts and notes with Recorder app. Use the Google AI-powered Recorder app to create transcriptions that can detect and label speakers, and provide a summary of recorded content.
• Be seen and heard authentically with new video call features. New studio-style mic and built-in appearance enhancements make your video calls even better. The studio-style mic feature helps you sound crystal clear with AI-based high-quality mic simulation that also reduces noise and room reverberation. The built-in appearance effects automatically adjust lighting, brightness, and more to help you look your best. Best of all, these features can work across any video calling app.

New on all Chromebooks

We’re also bringing new features to all Chromebooks. These tools will give you a productivity boost every time you power on so you can get things done without slowing down.

• Chat with Gemini, now available on all Chromebooks. No need to open your browser to chat with Gemini — it’s a click away and conveniently pinned to the shelf of every Chromebook. Get help planning trips, generating unique images and learning more about what sparks your curiosity, all from your homescreen.
• Google One AI Premium plan at no cost for three months. Try Google’s most capable AI tools through the Google One AI Premium plan at no cost for three months, if you buy a new Chromebook⁴. The plan includes access to Gemini Advanced, 2TB of storage and Gemini in Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail and more. You can also get access to 12 months of the Google One AI Premium plan with a new Chromebook Plus purchase.
• Welcome Recap helps you pick up where you left off. Whenever you log into your Chromebook, Welcome Recap gives a visual overview of where you last were across any device and helpful suggestions to get you started. You might get a reminder to join your next video call, quick access to a recently opened file, or a clickable suggestion to finish an article started on your Android or iOS phone.
• Focus helps you stay distraction free. Whether you dedicated focus time or have a specific Google Task you want to finish, choose a time period and soundscape or YouTube Music playlist⁵, then Focus can automatically turn on “Do not Disturb” for a distraction-free experience.
• Pin important files to your home screen for easier file-finding. Access files in a click, whether you're online or offline, by pinning them to your Chromebook’s shelf. To save even more time, Launcher even suggests the Google Docs or Slides you may be looking for.

Keep up with the latest at chromebook.com, and discover other new Chromebook laptops like the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 and the HP Chromebook Plus x360.

Check out our other posts to learn how these features can be used to improve productivity and collaboration for businesses and educators.chromebook.com