Intel-based Googlebooks may not run some Android apps

Google confirmed that Googlebook laptops with Intel (x86) chips will face limits running some complex Android apps and games without developer updates. 96.6% of the top 10,000+ apps work fine; three of the five launch models use Intel, while Dell and HP offer Qualcomm ARM versions.

• 96.6% of top Android apps work on Intel Googlebooks
• Complex apps and games need x86 updates from developers
• Three of five launch Googlebook models use Intel chips
• Phone-laptop continuity features require Android 17