What does Google have planned for Chrome OS in 2021?

Earlier this year Google announced changes pertaining to Chrome, the browser where updates will be more frequent. Instead of the usual 6-week update cycle, Chrome will be adopting a 4-week update for most major releases. Which is great as I like to see new features as much as anyone else. However, Google was really vague on news for Chrome OS and stated more will be announced later in the year. Then Hiroshi of Google tweeted the following…

Now, I usually don't pay attention to these kinds of tweets but to have this mentioned recently with the news from earlier this year, how can I not think something big is happening this year. The article that Hiroshi retweeted doesn't allude to anything about future plans so there is really nothing for us to cling to at the moment. I have no idea of what's to come but I am really excited to hear what's next for Chrome OS.

If Google was to do something big to Chrome OS I believe this would be the year. With the platform turning 10 years old this year and with new features coming at a fast-paced this could be the year where Chrome OS introduces something major that may set Google up for the next 10 years. Waiting to hear what that is sucks but I am here for it.

My expectations in the near term

Already announced Android 11 update for most current Chrome OS devices
Already announced Linux support out of beta
Material You introduced with Android 12
Android Fast Pair for earphones like the Pixel Buds and for other computer accessories such as a Bluetooth mouse or keyboard that connects seamlessly
Chrome to be separated from Chrome OS and is updated when Chrome for other platforms are updated
Chrome OS won't be called Chrome OS anymore (just a rumor)
Android 12 most likely in 2022

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