Chromebooks are set to receive a battery-preserving feature, mirroring a popular function already available on Google Pixel phones running Android 15. This new feature will limit device charging to 80%, promoting longer overall battery lifespan. The update is expected to arrive with ChromeOS 134, scheduled for release next month.
Google highlighted this upcoming feature in its Chrome Enterprise and Education release notes for the current ChromeOS 133:
“In ChromeOS 134, we will introduce a new battery charge limit policy that will offer more optimization options, which will help extend the lifespan of Chromebooks. Administrators will still be able to set a maximum charge limit, with 100% as the default, to minimize battery degradation and improve long-term reliability. This new policy will benefit both administrators managing fleets of devices, such as in educational settings, and individual users seeking to maximize their Chromebook’s longevity. This policy will automatically apply and will require no user interaction.”
– Google Chrome
Initially spotted by the ChromeOS subreddit, this feature offers greater control over charging behavior. While administrators will deploy the update, users wishing to charge to 100% can continue to do so without restriction. Standard ChromeOS users will likely configure the feature manually, similar to the implementation on Android 15.
Further details regarding the ChromeOS 134 upgrade are anticipated in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, rumors about ChromeOS 135 are already circulating, hinting at potential features such as AI-powered wallpapers and video call backgrounds specifically for Chromebook Plus models.
The preceding ChromeOS 133 update, released earlier this month, introduced several enhancements. These include adjustments to bounce keys accessibility settings, super-resolution audio for Bluetooth microphones, expanded language support for Screencast, and refinements to the ChromeOS welcome tour.
https://www.androidauthority.com/chromeos-134-battery-charge-limit-feature-3533345/
