Cameyo by Google Revives Legacy Windows and Linux Apps on ChromeOS

With Cameyo's official relaunch as "Cameyo by Google", this development marks one of the significant points in enterprise computing. Following its acquisition by Google in 2023, the tech giant has deeply integrated the platform into the ChromeOS and Chrome Enterprise ecosystem. The effect is a robust, streamlined, and more flexible way for businesses to run legacy applications without dependence on traditional Windows desktops.

Cameyo's technology lets organizations run either Windows or Linux applications directly in Google Chrome not inside a full virtual desktop, but as individual, standalone apps. In practice, this means users can open tools like Microsoft Excel, Autodesk AutoCAD, or other legacy Windows software right inside Chrome, just like any other web app. Rather than streaming an entire Windows environment, Cameyo is streaming only that one app. The result is a faster, lighter experience that's more secure.

A Game-Changer for Windows-Based Organizations Transitioning to ChromeOS

Native support for most critical tools has been the cause of a significant, if not insurmountable, barrier to considering ChromeOS for years for companies reliant on Windows applications. Cameyo by Google removes this barrier altogether.

With Cameyo, enterprises can now:

• Move to ChromeOS without losing access to critical Windows software

• Reduce operational dependence on Windows-based systems

• Simplify device management and security with Chrome Enterprise

• Maintain familiar workflows while shifting to cloud-first tools

This strategy is clearly aimed at businesses that want to modernize their IT infrastructure using Chromebooks but still require legacy apps for daily operations. By eliminating the need for complex virtual desktops or third-party environments, Cameyo makes ChromeOS a strong alternative to traditional Windows machines in enterprise settings.

Legacy Apps Get Smarter With Google Gemini AI Integration

One of the most exciting enhancements in the new version is the integration of Google Gemini AI directly into Cameyo-powered apps. This means older Windows applications—many of which were never designed with AI in mind—can now benefit from cutting-edge AI capabilities.

With Gemini inside Cameyo, users can:

• Summarize long documents within legacy apps

• Extract information from videos and text

• Take advantage of tab-aware context to speed up tasks

• Perform AI-powered assistance inside apps like old ERP tools, document editors, or engineering software

This is a major leap forward, especially for industries that run specialized Windows applications that haven’t evolved for years. Google is essentially giving new life to legacy apps by supercharging them with smart features.

Built for Chrome Enterprise and Designed for the Future of Work

Cameyo by Google integrates deeply with Chrome Enterprise, providing IT departments with centralized management, improved security, and streamlined app delivery. Admins can instantly deploy legacy apps to Chromebooks without complicated setups or VM environments.

This strategy aligns with Google’s long-term vision:

A cloud-first enterprise ecosystem where ChromeOS becomes the primary platform for modern workplaces.

By offering a solution that runs essential Windows and Linux apps without relying on Windows itself, Cameyo reduces:

• Licensing costs

• Security risks

• Maintenance overhead

• Compatibility limitations

It enables enterprises to shift towards a more modern, scalable, and AI-supported workflow.

And with Cameyo's new release powered by Google, one thing is even clearer about the future of enterprise computing: it is cloud-first, AI-powered, secure, and highly scalable but os-agnostic.

Where organizations once relied heavily on Windows, there is now a genuine opportunity to migrate to ChromeOS without stopping workflows or changing out legacy tools. And with Gemini AI enhancing even decade-old applications, Google redefines how businesses interact with their software. Cameyo by Google isn't only an app-streaming platform; it's a bridge between legacy productivity and the modern cloud era.