Weekly Issue: 2024-26
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Google’s AI video creator, Vids, is now available to try out
Back in April, Google teased its exciting new AI-powered video creator, Vids. Now, those enrolled in Workspace Labs are getting a hands-on experience with this innovative tool.
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Don’t miss $150 off on arguably the most well-rounded Chromebook Plus
One of the Chromebook Plus models that is realistically the most well-rounded devices currently available in the Chromebook Plus world.
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Dev Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex
Hello All,The Dev channel has been updated to 128.0.6558.0 (Platform version: 15936.0.0) for most ChromeOS devices.If you find new issues, please let us know one of the following ways:File a bug Visit our Chrome OS communitiesGeneral: Chromebook Help CommunityBeta Specific: ChromeOS Beta Help CommunityReport an issue or send feedback on ChromeInterested in switching channels? Find out how.Google ChromeOS
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What is a Remote Hosted Code?
Patrick from the Chrome Extensions team explains the concept of Remotely Hosted Code in Chrome Extensions. Learn why RHC is no longer allowed, how to detect it, and what to do if your extension needs to be updated. Watch more Chrome Extensions → https://goo.gle/Chrome-Ext Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.
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Cloud CISO Perspectives: How Google is helping to improve rural healthcare cybersecurity
Welcome to the second Cloud CISO Perspectives for June 2024. In this update, Taylor Lehmann, director, Office of the CISO, shares remarks he made to the National Security Council this month on the steps Google is taking to help rural healthcare networks become more secure and resilient against cyberattacks.
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MediaTek has a new high-end ARM chip coming for Chromebooks
Well, well, well: I did not expect to find this little nugget this morning. I was actually doing a little research on a device that I can’t believe didn’t have a longer, more-prosperous run in the Acer Chromebook Spin 513.
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Google cuts ties with Entrust in Chrome over trust issues
Move comes weeks after Mozilla blasted certificate authority for failings Google is severing its trust in Entrust after what it describes as a protracted period of failures around compliance and general improvements.…
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Beta Channel Update for ChromeOS/ChromeOS Flex
The Beta channel is being updated to OS version: 15917.18.0 , Browser version: 127.0.6533.26 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?
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Google Translate is bridging the language gap thanks to some amazing AI
Google Translate has always been on a mission to break down language barriers, and they’re taking a big leap forward thanks to AI. Their latest update just introduced a whopping 110 new languages, making it the biggest expansion in Google Translate history.
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082: What’s new in color & color functions
In this episode Una and Adam provide a color update, covering changes to the specs and new functions. Links RCS calc() tool → https://goo.gle/4cRRJHt Apple Annie CSS Color Modules and Changes, Part I → https://goo.gle/3xtTr2A Lea verou article on RCS for contrast → https://goo.gle/3L3x5YF Una Kravets (co-host) Twitter → https://goo.
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Unboxing and hands-on with Logitech’s ultra-light Keys-to-Go 2 [VIDEO]
When Logitech announced the new Keys-to-Go 2, I was actually a little underwhelmed. Specifically, I thought they were simply taking the (admittedly great) Casa Keys from the Casa Pop-Up Desk and slapping a cover on it.
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Chrome Dev for Desktop Update
The Dev channel has been updated to 128.0.6559.0 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.
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Google rolls out cloud-based enterprise browser management tool
Google has released a tool designed to allow enterprises the management the security of worker’s browser setups. Chrome Enterprise Core, released on Wednesday, allows organisations to configure and manage Chrome browsers across their organization.
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What’s new in DevTools: Chrome 124-126
Let’s dive into what’s new in DevTools for Chrome 124-126.
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This is the Chromebook to get for under $100
Every once and a while, we find a deal for under $100 that is actually worth considering. Many times, Chromebooks in this sort of price range make wild trade-offs to get you into double-digit price tags.
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Chrome Dev for Android Update
Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 128 (128.0.6557.2) 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.
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ChromeOS 126 arrives with more updates than expected
The latest ChromeOS 126 update is here and though we fully expected this one to be simple bug fixes and security updates, there’s actually quite a few changes on offer in M126 that – as they always do – will enhance the overall Chromebook experience.
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Google Cloud expands grounding capabilities on Vertex AI
Introduced in April, Vertex AI Agent Builder gathers all the surfaces and tools developers need to build enterprise-ready generative AI experiences, apps, and agents. Some of the most powerful tools are the components for retrieval augmented generation (RAG), and the unique ability to ground Gemini outputs with Google Search.
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30 out-of-sight Android app shortcuts worth surfacing
I sure do love me a good time-saver. And sometimes, the best time-savers of all are the ones that are right under the surface of our favorite apps and services, just waiting to be seen — and/or remembered.
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How to Move Tab Search to the Right Side in Chrome
By default, the tabs search icon and the panel appears on the elft side of your Chrome window. In this article, I’ll show you how to move it to the right side. Google Chrome now offers a nifty tab search feature.
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ChromeOS 126 rolling out: Multi-calendar support, Quick Start Android set-up, more
After the big Chromebook update last month, ChromeOS 126 is rolling out as a moderate update over the coming weeks.
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New Chrome mobile shortcuts let you call a restaurant from your address bar
Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Google has added new Chrome Actions to mobile that will let you call, read reviews for, or get directions to a restaurant or other business — all right from the address bar.
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Long Term Support Channel Update for ChromeOS
LTS-120 is being updated in the LTS (Long Term Support) channel, version 120.0.6099.315 (Platform Version: 15662.112), for most ChromeOS devices. Release notes for LTS-120 can be found here Want to know more about Long-term Support?
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Chrome Beta for Desktop Update
The Beta channel has been updated to 127.0.6533.26 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.
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Broadcom’s enterprise vision for private AI: Privacy, partnerships and platform flexibility
The artificial intelligence pie is expanding, and niche offerings are emerging to serve particular enterprise pain points. Broadcom Inc.
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5 new Chrome features to help you search on mobile
We’re making it easier to search in Chrome on iOS and Android with shortcut suggestions, live sports cards and more.
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Chrome 126 is making mobile search easier with 5 updates
Chrome 126 is rolling out and with this update, Google is giving some love to the overall search experience on mobile devices.
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The Chrome Cast 270: Pixel 9 event comes two months early
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast we chat about hosting our very first members-only AMA and then dive deep into Google’s surprise hardware event that was just announced.
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Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus (‘Xol’) to get OLED screen
It’s been a bit since we last found a juicy nugget to share about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus.
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Google festoons Chrome Enterprise browser with more controls
Because if there’s one thing it really needed more of… Google on Wednesday rolled out additional enterprise browser management features to help IT admins to keep corporate browsing software fit for purpose.…
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New Cloud KMS Autokey can help encrypt your resources quickly and efficiently
Encryption is a fundamental control for data security, sovereignty, and privacy in the cloud. While Google Cloud provides default encryption for customer data at rest, many organizations want greater control over their encryption keys that control access to their data.
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Google Cloud Marketplace now lets customers buy ISV solutions from channel partners
At Google Cloud, we built the Google Cloud Marketplace based on the core principles of delivering customer choice, innovation, and trust. Today, we are excited to introduce Marketplace Channel Private Offers, enabling channel partners to maintain their relationships with customers as partner of choice.
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Chrome Beta for iOS Update
Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 127 (127.0.6533.24) 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.Erhu AkpobaroGoogle Chrome
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Chrome Beta for Android Update
Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 127 (127.0.6533.23) 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.
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Chrome Stable for iOS Update
Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Stable 126 (126.0.6478.153) 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.
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