Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Book laptops may operate on an Android-based operating system rather than Windows.

      Samsung is planning a significant shift in its laptop lineup. A report from SamMobile indicates that the company is working on Galaxy Book laptops that will operate on Android instead of Windows.

      This transition would mark a substantial change in Samsung's approach to creating its laptop experience, moving entirely away from Microsoft's operating system and integrating its Galaxy devices under a cohesive software framework.

      How will the Android Galaxy Book laptops differ from the current Windows versions?

      The new Galaxy Books will utilize Android 17-based One UI 9 software, which is already in use across Samsung's phones, tablets, smartwatches, and TVs. Introducing it to laptops would provide a more uniform experience across the entire range of Samsung products.

      The core platform will likely be Google’s upcoming Aluminium OS, an Android version designed for laptops and PCs, similar to ChromeOS. Samsung already offers Galaxy Chromebooks, making this transition somewhat expected.

      Additionally, Samsung is set to enhance its Samsung DeX feature, which allows for a desktop-like experience, and this improved version is anticipated to work more seamlessly with DeX on Galaxy phones and tablets. Galaxy AI features are also likely to be included.

      How many models of Galaxy Book Android laptops is Samsung planning to launch?

      The report indicates that Samsung is developing three tiers of Android-based Galaxy Books that will cater to low-end, mid-range, and flagship segments. The flagship model is said to showcase an elegant design.

      Regarding the timeline, Google is predicted to announce Android 17 and the next iteration of ChromeOS at Google I/O in May 2026. This implies that Samsung’s One UI-based Galaxy Books could potentially be released by the end of this year. However, there is no confirmation yet, so this information should be viewed as credible but in the early stages.

      Currently, Samsung's Galaxy Book lineup operates on Windows, with the Galaxy Book 6 series competing closely with the MacBook Air in terms of pricing. The recently leaked Galaxy Book 6 Edge, equipped with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite, displayed high-end specifications but failed to be the strong competitor against MacBooks that many anticipated. An Android-based Galaxy Book using One UI could radically alter the discussion.

      Manisha is a writer at Digital Trends, focusing on the latest advancements in technology, science, AI, gaming, and entertainment.

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