Weekly Issue: 2024-22

Google’s Pixel Tablet is a solid Andriod tablet, but its smart home capabilities have been somewhat lacking since its debut. That’s finally changing with a new update that brings a much-needed feature to the tablet.

Finally! When ASUS formally announced the ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus all the way back in December of 2023, I figured we’d see it arrive early in the spring this year.

As the demand for stronger data management systems grows, companies are innovating to ensure that data storage efficiency not only keeps pace with business needs but also enhances operational efficiency.

In this webinar we cover the latest news for Chrome Enterprise that was released at Google I/O 2024 including ChromeOS updates, enterprise developer updates, what’s new in the web, and AI tools for Chrome. Resources: Get your “Add to Chromebook” badge here → https://goo.

The Dev channel has been updated to 127.0.6510.4 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.

A few days ago, Google dropped a bunch of new AI-powered features for Chromebook Plus that help users be more productive and creative. But these new features aren’t just for consumers, Google is also thinking about how these AI features can help businesses and teams, too.

In April, we made Anthropic’s most intelligent model, Claude 3 Opus, available in public preview on Vertex AI Model Garden for customers to start experimenting with. Now, we’re announcing that Claude 3 Opus is generally available on Vertex AI.

Ahead of Computex 2024 in Taipei, we’re seeing some interesting Chromebook news. Earlier today, MediaTek announced their latest AI-powered Chromebook SoC in the Kompanio 838, and now we have Acer with a couple new Chromebook Plus models both for Enterprise and consumers alike.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 126 (126.0.6478.27) 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.Krishna GovindGoogle Chrome

We’ve been talking about the unnamed, upcoming SoC from MediaTek – the MT8188 – for a very long time.

If you’ve ever used Google’s Discover from your home screen, ever browsed the news in Google News, or clicked on any link in any app that uses a Chrome Custom Tab, you likely know what a breath of fresh air this feature is for apps that need to surface web-related material without booting you completely…

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 127 (127.0.6510.5) 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.

Starting Monday, users will gradually be warned the end is near On Monday, June 3, 2024, some people using Beta, Dev, and Canary builds of Google’s Chrome browser will be presented with a warning banner when they access their extension management page – located at chrome://extensions.…

Multitasking is magnificent. But in the domain of your weary ol’ web browser, it’s all too easy to get overwhelmed and overloaded when you start juggling too many tabs.

An extra-robust, novice-friendly distro, with local apps, that’s not ChromeOS EndlessOS 6 is a toughened and much-simplified immutable Debian 12 with a friendly GNOME-based desktop, aimed at kids, education, and novice users.…

The Stable channel is being updated to 125.0.6422.140 (Platform version: 15853.53.0) for most ChromeOS devices and will be rolled out over the next few days.

  Hello, Everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 125 (125.0.6422.146/.147) for Android: it’ll become available on Google Play over the next few days.This release includes stability and performance improvements. You can see a full list of the changes in the Git log.

As businesses strive to optimize their IT infrastructure, the interplay between on-premises solutions and multicloud environments becomes increasingly significant. The industry is seeing a shift towards more flexible and comprehensive solutions that cater to these evolving needs.

The Extended Stable channel has been updated to 124.0.6367.243 for Windows and Mac 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.

The Stable channel has been updated to 125.0.6422.141/.142 for Windows, Mac and 125.0.6422.141 for Linux which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. A full list of changes in this build is available in the Log.

Image: The Verge Google is making way for Manifest V3, the Chrome extension specification that could change the way ad blockers work. The company says it will begin phasing out the old system on the Chrome Beta, Dev, and Canary channels starting on June 3rd.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Stable 125 (125.0.6422.145) for iOS; it’ll become available on App Store in the next few hours.This release includes stability and performance improvements. You can see a full list of the changes in the Git log.

Compute Engine offers a variety of ways to reduce costs, from optimizing your infrastructure to taking advantage of discounts. In this two-part blog post, I’ll share some practical tips that can help you save money on Compute Engine.

The media supply chain is undergoing a major transformation in the digital age, and Google Cloud is leading the charge by partnering with key media companies and ISVs to build cloud-native solutions. This shift will enable broadcasters to streamline operations, reduce costs, and deliver more engaging content to global audiences.

Back in March, news began to circulate about a new ‘App Mall’ coming for Chromebooks that would help simplify and unify app discovery in ChromeOS.

 The Beta channel is being updated to OS version: 15886.16.0, Browser version: 126.0.6478.24 for most ChromeOS devices.

Since last week, I’ve been struggling with one specific part of Google’s new announcements around Chromebook Plus and ChromeOS: the free offering of Google One AI Premium (which includes Gemini Advanced) to users who purchase a new Chromebook Plus model.

When it’s time to replace your users’ aging PCs — or maybe to rationalize your PC fleet after a series of acquisitions — the decision on what PCs to buy doesn’t start with the machines themselves.

ChromeOS 125 is here, and if you’re unboxing a shiny new Chromebook Plus or power-washing your device, you’ll notice a few pages during the onboarding setup dedicated to the new AI features available on Chromebook Plus!

This week is most definitely a time of renewal for Chromebooks and ChromeOS. With the event last week in New York that saw Google unveil new Chromebook hardware along with an absolute load of new features, there’s a fun buzz around Chromebooks right now that we frankly don’t normally see.

Mini Web Machines combine in this debut episode! The Looper and The Pile are used together to create experiences that are bigger than the machines are on their own. Chapters: 0:00 – Introduction 1:31 – The Looper Pile 5:34 – The Double Looper Pile 8:30 – Outro Resources: The Looper Pile → https://goo.

I cannot even explain to you how happy I am right now! For months, I’ve been waiting on the new multi-calendar feature to arrive on ChromeOS.

The Beta channel has been updated to 126.0.6478.26 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.

As a fully-managed database service, Cloud SQL supports multiple major versions of MySQL, PostgreSQL and SQL Server, each of which introduces essential features, performance improvements, and security enhancements.

Recent events have underscored the critical need for robust cloud security. The Cyber Safety Review Board’s (CSRB) in-depth analysis of the Microsoft Exchange Online intrusion, detailed in this blog post CSRB report highlights the need for new approaches to securing the public sector, reveals vulnerabilities that can impact any organization.