On November 25, 2025, Android Authority reported that Google is forging ahead with a new system initiative, codenamed 'Aluminium OS' (internally dubbed 'ALOS'). The goal is to amalgamate Android and ChromeOS into a unified desktop platform, thereby officially making its foray into the traditional PC market. This system is built on Android 16 and boasts deep integration of Gemini AI technology. It caters to a wide range of devices, including notebooks, tablets, 2 - in - 1 devices, and mini - hosts. The product lineup is diverse, covering multiple tiers from entry - level to high - end offerings. The demonstration device used was a Hewlett - Packard Chromebook, which was outfitted with an Intel 12th - generation processor. It underwent a bottom - layer reconstruction specifically tailored for large screens. On the status bar, the left side shows the time and date in great detail, down to the second. Meanwhile, the right side is arranged with an Android 16 - style battery icon, Wi - Fi signal indicator, notification bell, and an input method language indicator. The Gemini AI icon has a permanent spot on the status bar, highlighting its deep integration as a core system - level function. This indicates that it will play a significant role in users' desktop office tasks and daily interactions. Moreover, the Chrome browser running on this system supports a full - fledged ecosystem of extensions. This means that Android desktops will have the same productivity plugin support capabilities as traditional computers. Google's move is aimed at addressing the productivity limitations of Android devices when used on the desktop and promoting the seamless fusion of mobile and desktop experiences.