What is Googlebook OS?
Googlebook OS is being evaluated as Google's desktop operating system effort aimed at the Android smartphone generation. A 9to5Google review based on more than a week of use reports that the system is still at an early stage and involves a strategic reset.
Why it matters
Efforts to bring the benefits of the touch era to PCs have failed so far. Windows 8 is a negative example; the iPad came closest thanks to its iOS foundation but still fell short due to locked-down ecosystem limits.
First impression
According to the review, Google has laid the beginnings of a desktop OS for the Android phone generation. But the author says the inherent strategic repositioning makes the first release rough.
Uncertainties
The review stresses that whether Google can keep this approach going is critical. The system's adoption and maturity appear tied to the company's long-term commitment.
