ChromeOS Flex, Which Brings Chrome OS to Old PCs, Now Available for All

Back in February,Google came upwith a way to make use of an old MacBook or a Windows laptop with the help of ChromeOS Flex. The new operating system will help you run Chrome OS on your old PC for modern usage. While initially, it was available as part of the beta, it has now exited the phase and is now available for all.

Now Everyone Can Try ChromeOS Flex!

ChromeOS Flex, a cloud-first OS, will help make anold PC faster and more secure. Plus, this will provide for faster and automatic updates. This is meant for both enterprise and generic users alike. It will include various Chrome OS features like sandboxing technology, Google Assistant support, Nearby Sharing, and much more.

There’s no support for Android apps but it does come with full-fledged Linux support. The publically availableChromeOS Flex is based on Chrome OS, version 103. Additionally, it is said to be another version of CloudReady, which has been a way to get Chrome OS on a laptop. But there are a few differences and you can check them outhere.

Plus, this will be an easy and safe way to repurpose an old PC, thus, reducing e-waste. After all, this has been a recurring issue and the cause of no chargers in device boxes these days!

Google says that ever since its early access days, ChromeOS Flex has improved, andover 400 devices. have been ChromeOS Flex certified.

The process of getting ChromeOS Flex on a MacBook or a Windows laptop is pretty easy; all you need is a USB stick for it. We have an article onhow to get ChromeOS Flex on your laptopand you can check it out if you are intrigued. From what we experienced, the OS ran pretty well. You can download Chrome OS Flex by headingover here.

So, what do you think about this? Will you get ChromeOS Flex on an old laptop? If you do, let us know your thoughts on it in the comments below.

Vanshika Malhotra

Started off as a stranger but tech is more like a good friend, thanks to over 5 years in the industry. While everything is attractive about tech, phones, social media, and quirky gadgets attract me the most. When not working, I find my solace in shopping and everything that concerns doggos!

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