Google acquires Cameyo to bring vistualised Windows apps on ChromeOS

Google has completed the acquisition of Cameyo, a software virtualisation company that it has partnered with in 2023 to make Windows apps accessible on the ChromeOS. In a press note released by the company, Google said, “By bringing the Cameyo team’s expertise in-house, we are doubling down on our commitment to delivering a streamlined experience for virtualised applications.”

In 2023, Google partnered with Cameyo to offer virtual applications on ChromeOS with local file system support. With the help of Cameyo, Google enhanced its clipboard support for these virtual apps.