Description
Alpha Anywhere requires a laptop or desktop computer running macOS or Windows. Chromebooks and iPads do not currently work with the platform due to technical limitations of the learning applications.
Supported Devices
✅ WORKS: Laptops and Desktop Computers
macOS devices:
MacBook Neo
MacBook Air (any year that runs current macOS)
MacBook Pro (any year that runs current macOS)
MacBook Neo
iMac desktop computers
Mac mini (with separate monitor, keyboard, mouse)
Windows devices:
Windows laptops from any manufacturer (Dell, HP, Lenovo, Asus, etc.)
Windows desktop computers
Must run Windows 10 or newer
Both Intel and AMD processors supported
❌ DOES NOT WORK: Tablets and Chromebooks
iPads (all models):
iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini, standard iPad
Even with keyboard attachments
Technical limitation, not user preference
Chromebooks (all models):
Any device running Chrome OS
Including high-end Chromebook models
Even with Linux mode enabled
Android tablets:
Samsung Galaxy Tab, etc.
Any tablet running Android OS
Why Chromebooks and iPads Don't Work
Technical Architecture Limitations
Alpha Anywhere uses 12+ different educational applications that require:
Full operating system capabilities: More than a mobile/tablet OS provides
Software installation rights: Chromebooks and tablets have restricted app installation
System-level access: Some learning apps need deeper system integration
Multi-application coordination: Platform manages multiple apps simultaneously