• Dev Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    The Dev channel is being updated to OS version 16328.18.0 (Browser version 139.0.7258.33) for most ChromeOS devices.


  • New FlexOlmo language model design removes need for sharing of training data

    A team of researchers has invented a new approach to developing language models that can improve the privacy of training data. The researchers, who work at the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence, detailed the technology on Wednesday. They’ve named it FlexOlmo.


  • Circle to Search gets a major upgrade with deep-dive AI Mode and in-game help

    Since its introduction last year, Circle to Search has quickly become one of the most genuinely useful new features on Android. The ability to quickly circle, highlight, or tap on anything on your screen to get more information without switching apps is a game-changer for daily use.


  • 1-800-937-8997: What Is It?

    1-800-937-8997: What Is It?

    Looking for reliable customer support? 1-800-937-8997 is the direct toll-free number used by T-Mobile for handling customer concerns. This number offers fast assistance, covering various services. Let’s explore everything you need to know about it—how it works, why people use it, and what makes it valuable.


  • One of my favorite Chromebooks ever is an incredible $300 off right now

    There are a handful of Chromebooks that I will recommend without hesitation whenever a good deal comes along, and the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE is right at the very top of that list.


  • 5 Best Budgeting Apps for Your Chromebook

    5 Best Budgeting Apps for Your Chromebook

    In a world where managing money is more important than ever, having the right tools at your fingertips can make all the difference.


  • OpenAI and Perplexity enter browser wars to take on Chrome

    OpenAI and Perplexity enter browser wars to take on Chrome

    Google Chrome’s dominance in the browser market is facing new threats as OpenAI and Nvidia-backed Perplexity unveil AI-powered browsers aimed at reshaping how users interact with the web. Perplexity AI, this week, launched Comet, a new web browser with built-in AI search capabilities, the company said.


  • From localhost to launch: Simplify AI app deployment with Cloud Run and Docker Compose

    At Google Cloud, we are committed to making it as seamless as possible for you to build and deploy the next generation of AI and agentic applications.


  • The Galaxy Z Flip 7 still doesn’t fix the worst thing about Samsung’s flip phones

    Please, Samsung, start making the most of your expansive new Flex Window.


  • OpenAI set to release Chromium-based browser built around AI agent

    OpenAI is reportedly close to releasing a browser that could potentially take on Google LLC’s market dominance with its Chrome browser, several months after the company said that it would be interested in buying Chrome from Google.


  • Perplexity introduces Comet browser with AI-powered automation tools

    Perplexity AI Inc. today introduced a browser called Comet that uses artificial intelligence to automate manual tasks for users. Comet is based on Chromium, the open-source software engine that underpins Chrome. That means Perplexity’s browser supports Chrome extensions and allows users to bring over their bookmarks.


  • Perplexity challenges Chrome by launching a (very expensive) AI web browser

    Perplexity enters the browser space with the launch of Comet.


  • Wear OS is getting a big AI upgrade as Gemini support is rolling out now

    We’ve seen Gemini roll out across our phones, the web, and our Chromebooks, becoming a more powerful and capable AI assistant with each update. Today, that intelligence is making its way to the next logical place: your wrist.


  • Text to Speech Chromebook 

    Text to Speech Chromebook 

    Chromebook’s built-in text-to-speech feature, also known as select-to-speak, allows users to hear content on the screen. It helps people with visual disabilities, but anyone can use it to listen to selected text.  Follow this updated manual to learn how to activate and use text-to-speech Chromebook features properly.


  • Gmail’s new ‘Manage subscriptions’ feature is the ultimate inbox declutter tool

    We all have email subscription problems; the daily deal alerts you signed up for once, the weekly newsletters from blogs you haven’t read in months, and the promotional emails from retailers you bought from years ago can quickly turn a clean inbox into a cluttered mess.


  • Chrome Beta for Desktop Update

    The Beta channel has been updated to 139.0.7258.31 for Windows, Mac and Linux.A partial list of changes is available in the Git log. Interested in switching release channels? Find out how. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug.


  • Beyond GROUP BY: Introducing advanced aggregation functions in BigQuery

    When it comes to large-scale data analysis, BigQuery is a powerhouse, with fundamental aggregate functions like SUM, AVG, and COUNT allowing you to extract meaningful insights for all types of workloads.


  • I can’t get over how much I love using the new Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14

    Yesterday, during a quick lunch break, I did something I’ve not done in a very, very long time: I reached first for my current Chromebook before any other media device to use for content consumption.


  • Chrome Beta for iOS Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 139 (139.0.7258.30) for iOS; it’ll become available on App Store in the next few days.You can see a partial list of the changes in the Git log. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug.


  • Chrome Beta for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 139 (139.0.7258.32) for Android. It’s now available on Google Play.You can see a partial list of the changes in the Git log. For details on new features, check out the Chromium blog, and for details on web platform updates, check here.


  • Google Zerg Rush Easter Egg

    Google Zerg Rush Easter Egg

    Zerg Rush A swarm of “o” characters is about to attack your search results! Click on the “o” characters to destroy them before they consume everything. Can you defeat the Zerg rush? Start Game Google About 1,180,000 results (0.25 seconds) Zerg rush – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.


  • The Allure of Unconditional Companionship

    The Allure of Unconditional Companionship

    The AI ​​girlfriend phenomenon is based on emotional diversity: they are completely supportive, non-judgmental, non-argumentative, and not awkwardly silent. This is important because many modern users, especially social outcasts or lonely people, find it attractive.


  • Bitcoin ETFs in 2025: Your Crypto Breakthrough Awaits

    Bitcoin ETFs in 2025: Your Crypto Breakthrough Awaits

    Caught off guard by 2025’s crypto frenzy? You’re not out of your depth—Bitcoin ETFs are simplifying the game, powering up your investments without the tech stress. Learn how new regulations and major investors are sending prices skyrocketing. Curious how to get started? This guide’s got you covered.


  • Beta Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    The Beta channel is being updated to OS version 16295.44.0 (Browser version 138.0.7204.148) for most ChromeOS devices.If you find new issues, please let us know one of the following ways:File a bugVisit our ChromeOS communitiesGeneral: Chromebook Help CommunityBeta Specific: ChromeOS Beta Help CommunityReport an issue or send feedback on ChromeInterested in switching channels?


  • Massive browser hijacking campaign infects 2.3M Chrome, Edge users

    These extensions weren’t malware-laced from the start, researcher says A Chrome and Edge extension with more than 100,000 downloads that displays Google’s verified badge does what it purports to do: It delivers a color picker to users.


  • Massive browser hijacking campaign infects 2.3M Chrome, Edge users

    These extensions weren’t malware-laced from the start, researcher says A Chrome and Edge extension with more than 100,000 downloads that displays Google’s verified badge does what it purports to do: It delivers a color picker to users.


  • Using googlechrome.dmg To Install Chrome

    Using googlechrome.dmg To Install Chrome

    The file googlechrome.dmg is often seen when people try to install Google Chrome. But what is it, exactly? This article gives a full and clear explanation of the file without focusing only on one platform. If you’ve ever come across googlechrome.


  • Google Meet’s AI note-taking gets smarter with summaries and new host controls

    The “Take notes for me” feature in Google Meet is already a fantastic AI-powered tool for capturing the essence of a meeting without having to manually type everything out.


  • Stable Channel Update for Desktop

    The Stable channel has been updated to 138.0.7204.100/.101 for Windows, Mac and 138.0.7204.100 for Linux which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. A full list of changes in this build is available in the Log.Interested in switching release channels? Find out how here.


  • Accelerate your AI workloads with the Google Cloud Managed Lustre

    Today, we’re making it even easier to achieve breakthrough performance for your AI/ML workloads: Google Cloud Managed Lustre is now GA, and available in four distinct performance tiers that deliver throughput ranging from 125 MB/s, 250 MB/s, 500 MB/s, to 1000 MB/s per TiB of capacity — with the ability to scale up to 8…


  • Microsoft slashes prices 60% on genAI tech that understands audio, video, and text

    Microsoft is cutting prices by 60% on generative AI (genAI) technologies in Azure designed to provide better understanding and insights for videos, text, speech, and images. The Azure AI Content Understanding analyzes information from multimedia documents, extracts insights, and validates the information.


  • Organize your Google Drive faster: Gemini can now move files with natural language

    Google’s integration of Gemini into the Workspace apps continues to get smarter and more practical. A few months ago, Google introduced the ability to create new files and folders using Gemini in the Google Drive side panel.


  • Expanding Z3 family with 9 new VMs and a bare metal instance for storage and I/O intensive workloads

    Today, we are thrilled to announce the expansion of the Z3 Storage Optimized VM family with the general availability of nine new Z3 virtual machines that offer local SSD capacity ranging from 3 TiB to 18 TiB per VM, complementing existing Z3 VMs which offer 36TiB of Local SSD per VM. We are also very…


  • Google is a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Search and Product Discovery

    We’re thrilled to announce that Google has been named a Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Search and Product Discovery.


  • Hands-on with Android 16’s new desktop mode: why ChromeOS isn’t going anywhere

    By now, you’ve probably seen the news that the latest beta version of Android 16 includes the first iteration of a true desktop mode.


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