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Google is taking the Chromebook Plus experience to the next level with a wave of exciting new AI-powered features designed to make work, creativity, and learning easier and more intuitive than ever. Whether you’re a student juggling assignments, a remote worker multitasking across tabs, or a creator crafting content on the go, these updates bring a smarter edge to your daily flow.
Search What You See, Not Just What You Type
One standout addition is a handy new screen selection tool that feels like having Google Lens built right into your Chromebook. With just a long press of the launcher key or a quick screenshot, you can now highlight anything on your screen—text, image, or otherwise—and Google will instantly deliver relevant search results. Need to add a meeting based on an email snippet? Just highlight the text, and the tool lets you schedule it in seconds.
Writing Help and Simplified Reading, Courtesy of AI
Ever get stuck on a tricky paragraph or need help refining your writing? Chromebook Plus now brings AI writing tools and a new “Simplify” feature that explains or summarizes selected text for better understanding—perfect for decoding dense articles or speeding through research.
Quick Insert Key Just Got Smarter
Last year’s fan-favorite “Quick Insert” key has leveled up, too. Beyond triggering shortcuts, you can now use it to access Google’s AI-powered image generation tools and writing assistants with a single tap. From creating visuals on the fly to drafting polished messages, the process is now smoother and more creative than ever.
A Full Year of AI Power—Free for Chromebook Plus Users
As a bonus, all new Chromebook Plus users will receive a free one-year subscription to the Google AI Pro plan (a $240 value). This includes premium access to tools like:
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Gemini AI across Gmail, Docs, and Chrome
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Flow for smart video editing
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Whisk for turning images into videos
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2TB of cloud storage
Exclusive AI Features Debut with Lenovo’s Sleek New Chromebook Plus 14
Google is also debuting two exclusive AI features with Lenovo’s new Chromebook Plus 14. The first helps you auto-organize tabs and documents using AI-powered recommendations, while the second turns the Gallery app into a mini Photoshop—remove backgrounds, create custom stickers, and more.
The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 doesn’t just shine on the inside. With a crisp OLED touchscreen, a fast ARM-based MediaTek Kompanio Ultra processor, and up to 16GB of RAM, this device delivers high performance for high achievers. Prices start at $649 for the 12GB model and $749 for the 16GB version.
With these upgrades, Chromebook Plus is no longer just about speed and simplicity—it’s about unlocking possibilities. Google’s thoughtful AI integration puts powerful tools at your fingertips, helping you write, create, search, and organize like never before.
