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Snapdragon Summit 2026: Qualcomm expands Snapdragon X2 Linux support to broaden agentic AI development base
Qualcomm is expanding operating system support for its Snapdragon X2 series for PCs to include Linux, aiming to let more developers and partners build agentic AI across a wider range of PC environments. It unveiled an Early Developer Preview for Linux at Snapdragon Summit 2026 in Maui. Debian support is set to begin by the end of 2026, while Ubuntu certification is targeted for the first half of 2027. Initial support focuses on key drivers and upstreaming them into the mainline kernel.
AI & Enterprise
Google starts preorders for $899 AI laptop Googlebook, targets education market with Gemini
Google has started preorders for its $899 AI laptop, Googlebook, and is positioning it above Chromebooks with Gemini features at the forefront, TechCrunch reported. The Android-based device includes Magic Cursor, widget-building tools and an AI dictation feature called Rambler. Google aims to move Chromebook users to Gemini. It said about 50,000,000 Chromebooks are used by students and teachers at schools.
AI & Enterprise
Leaked images show first Googlebook laptop from Lenovo
Images believed to show the first product under Google\'s new laptop brand Googlebook have leaked, featuring a Lenovo model dubbed the Lenovo Googlebook 15. The renders show a thin-bezel design with a notched webcam and privacy shutter, Dolby Atmos speakers, a large trackpad and a dedicated Gemini key. Ports include HDMI, two USB-C ports, USB-A, a card reader and a 3.5 mm jack. The launcher appears to include Adobe Premiere Pro.
