Google is preparing Android for PCs: Qualcomm CEO calls it "incredible"

Google and Qualcomm confirmed at Snapdragon Summit 2025 that they are working on a new platform that will combine Android and ChromeOS into a single system for PCs. Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon, who saw an early version, said he "can’t wait to have one," The Verge reports.

Rick Osterloh, head of Google Platforms & Devices, explained that ChromeOS used to run Android apps through a virtual machine, but now the company is building the ChromeOS experience "on top of Android technology." This should simplify development, accelerate AI innovation, and make interactions between phones, PCs, and accessories seamless.

Google plans to integrate the full Android AI stack, including Gemini models, as well as all apps and developer tools, into the new system. This means that PCs will be able to run the same services and ecosystem as smartphones, but with adaptations for the desktop format.

Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon stressed that he had already seen an early version of the system: "It's incredible. It realizes the vision of the convergence of mobile devices and PCs. I can't wait to get my hands on it." For Qualcomm, it's also a chance to expand its processor presence in the PC segment, as only a few Chromebooks currently run on Snapdragon.

Analysts note that Google may keep ChromeOS as a brand for Chromebooks, but launch "Android for PCs" in parallel. The company has not yet announced a launch date, but the integration of Android 16 for tablets and external displays has already become the first step in this direction.