Google unveils Gemini-centered Googlebook; cloud revenue jumps 63% to $20B

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Google unveiled Googlebook on May 12 as its first AI-native laptop, merging Android apps with ChromeOS and centering Gemini as the core intelligence. In Q1, Google Cloud grew 63% to $20B, AI-driven revenues surged 800%, and backlog nearly doubled to $460B.

1. Google launches AI-native Googlebook

Google launched Googlebook on May 12, marking the company's first AI-native laptop category built around the Gemini intelligence layer. The device merges Android's extensive app ecosystem with ChromeOS's browser capabilities, positioning Gemini at the core of its AI-driven user experience.

2. Google Cloud posts triple-digit growth

Google Cloud reported 63% year-over-year growth to $20B in Q1 2026, its fastest pace since 2020. AI-driven services powered an 800% surge in AI revenue, and the cloud backlog nearly doubled to $460B, underscoring strong enterprise demand for AI solutions.

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Google unveils Gemini-centered Googlebook; cloud revenue jumps 63% to $20B

1. Google launches AI-native Googlebook

2. Google Cloud posts triple-digit growth

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