When Chromebooks launched in the summer of 2011, they seemed destined to fail, much like the underpowered, internet-dependent netbooks
that came before them. But in the five years since, Chromebooks have defied expectations, becoming the most used device in US classrooms and even outselling Macs for the first time this year. Still, people complain about their inability to run useful software. Now, that’s all about to change.
Source: Gizmodo – Android Apps Are the Upgrade Chromebooks Desperately Need