Google rolls out Android app streaming to Chromebooks following beta

You now not want to strive a beta to stream Android apps in your Chromebook. Google has launched a Chrome OS M115 replace that makes Android app streaming out there to many extra individuals. If you’ve Phone Hub enabled, you possibly can run an Android app straight out of your cellular machine reasonably than putting in it on the pc. The replace permits you to reply to a message or test your lunch supply with out the distraction of reaching to your handset.

The characteristic remains to be restricted to a handful of Android 13-capable telephones from Google and Xiaomi. From Google, you may want a Pixel 4a or later. Xiaomi followers, in the meantime, want at the very least a 12T. Both your Chromebook and telephone have to be on the identical WiFi community and bodily shut by. Some networks won’t assist the characteristic, however you should use Chrome OS’ Instant Tethering to set up a hyperlink if want be.

As through the beta, you will not need to use app streaming for video games or different intensive Android apps. This is extra for responding to notifications than any critical dedication — you may nonetheless need to set up apps for that. It provides Chromebooks among the telephone integration you discover in macOS and Windows, although, and will provide help to keep centered when you work.

The M115 improve additionally allows you to signal PDF paperwork and save signatures to use later. Google has additionally redesigned the keyboard-oriented Shortcut app with a brand new interface and simpler in-app search.