Google makes it easier to run Windows apps on Chromebooks
Google has relaunched Cameyo, a virtualization tool it acquired in 2024, as "Cameyo by Google."
This means businesses—and anyone stuck with legacy software—can finally use things like AutoCAD or Excel alongside their usual ChromeOS apps, making the switch to Chromebooks way easier.
How Cameyo works
Cameyo streams these older apps directly in your browser or as web apps that feel native, so you don't need clunky virtual desktops or complicated VPN setups.
You can easily access your files and clipboard, all without extra IT headaches.
Other benefits of using Cameyo
Beyond convenience, Cameyo is big on security—ChromeOS still hasn't had a single ransomware attack reported.
Plus, it slashes costs by over half compared to traditional virtual desktop setups.
Bonus: with Gemini AI now layered onto these legacy apps through Chrome, you get smarter features without giving up the tools you already know.