Google’s new premium laptop range brings Gemini into the operating system, deeper Android integration and a redesigned Material 3 Expressive interface.
Google is expanding its hardware ecosystem with the launch of Google Book, a new premium laptop range designed to bring Android, Gemini and Google services closer together.
The Google Book line will arrive in the US on October 4, with five launch models. The laptops introduce a refreshed Material 3 Expressive interface and integrate Gemini directly into the operating system instead of offering it only as a separate application.
The desktop interface takes several design cues from Google’s Pixel smartphones. Quick Settings and notifications are positioned in the top-right corner, while the time and date appear on the left. A central dock features the familiar “G” app drawer icon.
Google is also focusing on connectivity between its laptops and Android smartphones. When users sign in to a Google Book, their Android phone settings, saved passwords, Wi-Fi networks and messages can automatically be transferred.
Android 17 features such as Continue On and Cast My Apps allow users to continue using compatible applications across devices, even without installing every application locally.
Gemini Intelligence is another major part of the experience. A special pointer and wiggle gesture can activate the assistant, allowing users to perform tasks such as adding dates directly to their calendars.
For developers, Google has introduced a native Antigravity app, providing access to a Linux environment. Developers can also install coding tools such as Claude Code and OpenAI’s Codex directly.
The Linux environment is protected by a Level 5 security-certified hypervisor with pKVM isolation, keeping it sandboxed while retaining access to a full terminal.
The Acer Google Book 14 starts at $899 and features Intel Core Ultra 5 or 7 Series 3 processors, 16GB of RAM, 256GB or more storage and a 14-inch 2.8K OLED touchscreen with 500 nits brightness.
The Dell XPS Google Book starts at $1,199 and uses the Snapdragon X Elite chipset, with 16GB to 32GB RAM, 512GB or more storage and a 13.4-inch 2.5K touchscreen.
The HP Google Book 14 starts at $1,299 and offers Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB to 32GB RAM, 256GB or more storage and a 14-inch 2.8K OLED display. It also includes a haptic touchpad, fingerprint sensor and face authentication.