Samsung plans Android-powered Galaxy Book laptops with One UI 9 and Galaxy AI features

Samsung shifts Galaxy Book strategy with Android laptops

Samsung is developing a new lineup of Android-based Galaxy Book laptops that will run One UI 9 built on Android 17, according to a report from SamMobile 1

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. This marks a significant departure for the Galaxy Book brand, which has traditionally been reserved for Windows-based laptops, while Samsung's ChromeOS devices carry the Galaxy Chromebook branding 2

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The shift aligns with Google's ambitious project to bring Android to PCs through Aluminium OS, with Gemini AI at its core 1

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. Samsung is reportedly developing three versions of these Android laptops: low-end, mid-range, and flagship models. The flagship laptop is expected to feature a very sleek design, though Samsung may adjust its design priorities in response to competing products like the MacBook Neo 1

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Android native desktop mode powers new computing experience

Android 17 will introduce an Android native desktop mode similar to Samsung DeX available on flagship Samsung phones 2

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. Google plans to add a new bubble-based multitasking feature to the operating system to make running multiple apps simultaneously easier. Samsung appears ready to capitalize on these desktop-focused features with its Galaxy Book lineup 2

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These Samsung Galaxy Book laptops are expected to include an improved version of Samsung DeX for better productivity, with integration across Galaxy phones and tablets 1

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. This ecosystem approach could provide seamless transitions between devices, though questions remain about how Samsung will adapt One UI 9 for the big screen and keyboard-mouse combo 2

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Galaxy AI features expand beyond mobile devices

The upcoming Android laptops will pack Galaxy AI features, marking the first time Samsung's AI capabilities extend beyond phones, tablets, and smartwatches 2

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. This expansion signals Samsung's commitment to creating a unified AI experience across its product portfolio.

While processor details remain unconfirmed, these devices could utilize either Snapdragon X Elite processors or Samsung's in-house Exynos chips 2

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. The hardware choice will be critical for performance, but the real challenge lies in app optimization—Android apps have historically struggled with big-screen adaptation.

Google I/O 2026 could unveil Samsung's Android laptop vision

No specific timeline has been shared for when these Android-based Galaxy Book laptops will arrive. However, the upcoming Google I/O 2026 event in a few weeks could serve as the perfect stage for an announcement about Aluminium OS 1

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. Google will likely highlight Android 17's new desktop mode when it releases the operating system to the public, and a partnership with Samsung to showcase the Galaxy Book lineup would be strategic 2

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Alternatively, Samsung may unveil these devices at a Samsung Unpacked event in July, though the laptops are unlikely to launch immediately since they're still in development 2

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. Google is already working to merge ChromeOS with Android, and given Samsung's close ties with Google, the company could become the first to launch a flagship version running this merged operating system 2

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Aluminium OS is expected to be available on laptops, detachables, tablets, and PC boxes across price tiers 1

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. The leak suggests Samsung is likely to transition from ChromeOS to Aluminium OS for its laptop offerings 1

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. If successful, these Samsung Galaxy Book laptops could give Android 17's desktop mode the attention it deserves and reshape the laptop market by offering a genuine alternative to Windows and traditional ChromeOS devices 2

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