Google to retire Chrome apps by 2028 as Asus launches low‑price Chromebook Plus CX34

Google confirmed it will fully discontinue Chrome apps, a technology used in corporate and educational ChromeOS environments, with a staged shutdown ending in January 2028. The timeline includes ending new app installations for regular users in July 2025, the last kiosk‑mode support in July 2026, automatic deactivation of admin‑installed apps in January 2027, and complete removal of the feature in January 2028. The move is driven by security concerns and the shift toward Progressive Web Apps, affecting institutions that still rely on Chrome apps.

Separately, Asus announced a price cut for its Chromebook Plus CX34 to $399, about $100 below its usual price. The device meets Google’s Chromebook Plus specifications with a 12th‑generation Intel Core processor, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, a Full‑HD screen, military‑grade durability and integrated AI tools in ChromeOS, targeting professionals and digital‑nomad users.