I've used Android desktop mode for years, and the Googlebook may fix my biggest complaint - Android Police

Android Police reports that the author's biggest complaint with Android desktop mode for years has been the lack of a proper companion device, and the newly announced Googlebook may finally solve that problem. The Googlebook was the most exciting announcement from Google I/O 2026 for the author, surpassing Android 17's new emojis and Gemini widget creation. The author has used Android desktop mode extensively over several years and tested over 30 smartphones since the start of 2025. The Googlebook appears positioned to address the hardware gap that has limited the desktop mode experience. The author has attended major trade shows including MWC and IFA from 2024 through 2026, as well as Google and Samsung launch events.