Google confirmed plans for upcoming detachable, tablet-like Googlebook devices during the Android Dev Summit 2026 keynote, expanding the OS beyond clamshells and convertibles amid previous portrait orientation constraints.
The announcement was made during a developer conference by Google's Marisol Ryu, who explained that the operating system already supports various types of devices and will soon expand to these detachable options. This is the first official confirmation that there will be devices of this type.
Previous leaks and manufacturers
Back in July, images of a Lenovo device with a detachable keyboard and kickstand were leaked. Despite the leak, it remains unclear whether Lenovo will be the first to bring such a device to market or if another manufacturer will catch up.
According to estimates, the delay in the appearance of such devices may be due to software limitations, particularly regarding the correct operation of the screen when it is rotated to a vertical position.
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The current range of Googlebook devices includes a total of five models from manufacturers such as Acer, Asus, Dell, HP and Lenovo.
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