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Google is set to elevate the functionality of Chromebooks with a significant update to ChromeOS, exclusive for the Chromebook Plus series. The update will add integrated intelligent systems that automate routine tasks—no external applications or browser extensions necessary. Features like smart reading and image text capture are automated within the operating system, confirming Google's commitment towards user engagement as well as innovation in productivity and creativity.

The subscription adds even more value to these devices, while this feature focuses on maximising productive potential through streamlined processes inherent in Chromebook Plus devices.

New AI Features on Chromebook Plus

Here are the features that Chromebook Plus offers:

Select to Search with Lens

This feature allows users to interact with anything on the screen:

  • Press and hold to highlight an object using the launcher or screenshot tool

Google Lens will analyse it and provide:

 

  • Product details
  • Similar item suggestions
  • Shopping links

 

Great for identifying products, landmarks, or even translating text without switching apps.

Text Capture

Extract text from any image, including:

 

  • Receipts
  • Handwritten notes

 

Screenshots

Once captured, users can:

 

  • Edit the text
  • Copy it
  • Add it to their calendar or documents instantly

 

Quick Insert

Perfect for slides and documents, this tool lets you:

 

  • Generate AI-created images
  • Insert emojis, photos, or graphics
  • All without leaving your workflow or opening new windows

 

Boosts productivity during presentations or collaborative editing.

Help Me Read + Simplify

Your on-screen reading assistant now includes:

  • Summarisation tools

A new “Simplify” button to:

 

  • Rewrite complex or technical content
  • Turn dense text into easy-to-understand language

 

Ideal for students, researchers, and professionals needing quick content clarity.

12 Months of Google AI Premium (Free)

With a new Chromebook Plus purchase, users receive:

 

  • 2TB cloud storage
  • Access to Gemini AI tools in Gmail, Docs, and more
  • Integration with NotebookLM: Google’s AI-powered research assistant, now accessible from the Chromebook Shelf

 

Optimized Apps & Exclusive Content

Google is partnering with developers to optimize apps for ChromeOS

 

  • Support keyboard and mouse
  • Offer Chromebook-exclusive in-game rewards

 

Photo editing tool Luminar is also being optimized for Chromebook

Final Thoughts

The most recent update for ChromeOS on the Chromebook Plus dramatically enhances productivity capabilities driven by AI. The ability to pull text off flyers, streamline complex reports, or sophisticated presentation tools ensure users are able to leverage these updates to work far more efficiently than before. Throw in a complimentary year of Google AI Premium and you have what looks like one of the most convincing offers in its category--the Chromebook Plus devices.