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 Air (any year that runs current macOS)
MacBook Pro (any year that runs current macOS)
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 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