Chromebooks are getting more popular because it's inexpensive, have trouble-free running, and most of all it is supported by Google's multiple services. Google has announced that starting this year, all Chromebooks that will be released will power Android apps.
The Android app support was brought in 2014 and in 2015 Google announced at the Google I/O that the Google Play Store will arrive at a range of Chromebooks going forward. In addition to the Chromebooks launching this year that will run Android apps, older machines are scheduled to acquire the support as well, Digital Trends reported.
Chromebooks that will be released this year will reinforce Android apps and Google Play Store that will create the platform a manageable selection for organizations and individuals. Furthermore, users of old Chromebooks will have an instantaneous advantage as soon as their laptops or notebooks obtain entry to the store and broad selection of available Android apps.
According to a report from Android Police, it was in May 2016 that the Play Store and Android apps can be accessed on Chromebooks. Since then, it has revolved as a developer and lately constructs to Acer Chromebook R11, Asus Chromebook Flip, and Google Chromebook Pixel 2.
In the latest report, conforming to Chrome OS support page, Google stated that, "All Chromebooks launching in 2017 and after [...] will work with Android apps in the coming future."
Empowering Android app support in Chrome OS will switch Chromebook overnight from a platform with comparatively meager app support to one with almost a million apps. Since Android apps are not as full-featured compared to desktop apps for MacOS and Windows, it still gives a wide range of purpose that notably extends the tasks that a Chromebook can be utilized.
Two Chromebooks get unveiled at the 2017 CES namely, Samsung Chromebook Pro and Samsung Chromebook Plus and the Asus Chromebook Flip C302CA. Android apps are now available on Asus Chromebook Flip, Acer Chromebook R11 / C738T, and Google Chromebook Pixel (2015).
Android apps can be downloaded from Google Play Store app and use on Chromebook. As of the moment, the Google Play Store is available for Chromebooks that use Chrome OS version 53 and above. Here are the instructions to follow for the installment.
Acquire the Google Play Store app
The Chromebook software should be updated to bring the Android apps on the Chromebook. It should run Chrome 53 and above. A user requires signing up to Google Play Store by hitting the status area where the account picture displays. Looking at the Google Play Section, check the box that says "Enable Google Play Store on your Chromebook."
Once a pop-up window will appear, hit the Get Started. A prompt about Terms of Service will appear. After reading and understanding the terms, click Agree. To verify the present Google account, hit Sign In. Click Accept once the Google Play Store app opened.
Obtain Android apps
Android apps can now be found and downloaded on the Chromebook. However, it won't download automatically the same Android apps just like the Android apps on the phone or tablet requiring another downloading. Additionally, some apps cannot be accessed with Chromebooks the reason some apps won't work.
