Turning Chromebooks into Regular Laptops

Explore the process of transforming Chromebooks into regular laptops using open-source software in this 39-minute conference talk from the 37C3 event. Dive deep into ChromeOS hardware from a developer's perspective, learning how it differs from standard laptops and desktops. Discover the intricacies of Coreboot development, including a guide on porting it to other x86 motherboards, and understand the role of EDK2 (UEFI payload) in custom firmware builds. Gain insights into the challenges of running mainline Linux on Chromebooks, involving ACPI tables, I2C and SPI interfaces, DSP firmware, and maintaining a unique audio stack. Learn about the obstacles faced during development, tips for avoiding common pitfalls, and future plans for this project. Presented by elly and sdomi, this talk is ideal for hardware enthusiasts and developers interested in repurposing Chromebook hardware.