In addition to checking out two new Chromebooks, we got an early look at the newest software feature that will make Google’s laptops more helpful.

The ChromeOS M129 update includes a new Quick Insert hot key that makes it easy to add a URL link, an emoji, or practically anything else. It provides quick access to the Help me write feature using GeminiAI, and it also makes it easy to add a link even if you haven't copied it. You can insert it directly from your recent history.

The underlying Gemini AI model is the chief reason Google Recorder is unavailable on regular Chromebooks. Only Chromebook Plus laptops have the kind of oomph required to run such