Weekly Issue: 2024-39

While I feel quite well versed in getting around a Chromebook, I have to admit that I’m regularly surprised by things I can do easily and efficiently on Android that I had no knowledge of prior.

About 4 months ago, ASUS released a new version of their already-popular Chromebook Plus CX34 at Google’s Chromebook event in New York.

It won’t smash any benchmarks, but it will go where most others can’t Brit chipmaker Pragmatic Semiconductor has created a 32-bit microprocessor in a “flexible technology that is fully functional while flexed.”…

NotebookLM, Google’s AI research companion, just got another pretty sizable upgrade. You can now add YouTube videos and audio files directly into your notebooks, opening up a whole new world of learning possibilities without having to find workarounds to do so.

We all know a new Lenovo Chromebook Duet is around the corner. From leaks of the specs to actual photo leaks from the user manual, there’s no question a successor to the Duet 3 is inbound. However, that doesn’t mean the wildly-popular Duet 3 is going anywhere for a while.

We’re a bit over a year since HP last updated its higher-end x360 line of Chromebooks. And to be fair, it’s actually been even longer than that in reality.

September was a whirlwind of innovation for Google Cloud databases. From groundbreaking announcements to product updates and inspiring customer stories, we’ve got it all. So grab your favorite fall beverage and let’s dive into the latest from Google Cloud databases. Key announcements Oracle Database is now generally available on Google Cloud.

If you happen to be, or know, an open-source advocate who’s fallen into Apple IT management, here’s some welcome news: all-remote, open-source device management platform Fleet has introduced iOS device support to supplement its existing Mac, Windows, and Linux device management capabilities.

In this episode our esteemed guest returns! This time to help us grok Scroll Driven Animation. Learn all about scroll(), view(), animation-timeline, timeline-scope, animation-range, and more. Power those animations with off-the-main-thread CSS scroll animation powers. Resources: Bramus’s Demos: All mentioned Demos + Tools + Video Course + DevTools Extension link → https://goo.

The Dev channel has been updated to 131.0.6738.0 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.

A lot of talk has been going around recently regarding the upcoming Lenovo Chromebook Duet. I know this because we’ve been in the middle of most of that chatter.

The Dev channel is being updated to OS version: 16033.11.0,  Browser version: 130.0.6723.19, 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? Find out how.

Prompt design and engineering stands out as one of the most approachable methods to drive meaningful output from a Large Language Model (LLM). ​​However, prompting large language models can feel like navigating a complex maze. You must experiment with various combinations of instructions and examples to achieve the desired output.

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy last week announced that the company’s more than 350,000 office workers will be required to work in the office five days a week by default. Jassy’s reasoning: ​​the move will result in better work.

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to enhance productivity, foster collaboration, and drive innovation. Google offers a comprehensive set of products that empower businesses to do just that.

Google has finally given embedded Google Calendars a fresh coat of paint, bringing them in line with the sleek and modern Material Design 3 aesthetic you see when you utilize Google Calendars on the web and on your phone.

It seems Google’s newest streaming device, the Google TV Streamer, is either off to a great start or Google wasn’t ready for this launch.

For those of you with the original Pixel Watch or the Pixel Watch 2, the wait for Wear OS 5 is officially over. Following hot on the heels of the Pixel Watch 3 launch, Google has brought Wear OS 5 to both the original Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 131 (131.0.6738.0) 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.

When wondering about widgets, one would be wise to weigh which widget is a widget worth welcoming. Apologies for my atrociously annoying alliteration. (Ah, blast. There I go again.) The thing about a widget, though, is — well, it sounds silly.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 130 (130.0.6723.16) 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

The Beta channel is being updated to OS version: 16002.38.0, Browser version: 129.0.6668.74 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? Find out how.

Are you looking to overlay and connect UI elements? With CSS anchor() you can do just that! Meet the Over-Easy Machine, it uses anchoring and optionally the popover to deliver easy to use anchoring experiences. Watch more Mini Web Machines → https://goo.gle/MiniWebMachines Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.

Well, this is weird. A few days ago, we reported on the fact that Google’s AUE had apparently been extended for devices built on the ‘Nissa’ baseboard. That means any Chromebook with an Intel N100, N200, or N305 now gets updates all the way out to 2035.

Google TV is rolling out a slew of new features designed to transform your TV experience. From seamless smart home control to AI-generated art and enhanced sports viewing, this update has something for everyone. Let’s dive into the details!

In July, we announced the addition of Meta’s Llama 3.1 open models to Vertex AI Model Garden. Since then, developers and enterprises have shown tremendous enthusiasm for building with the Llama models. Today, we’re announcing that Llama 3.

Cloud-native security and networking provider Infoblox Inc. today unveiled its Universal DDI Product Suite, a new service that offers a comprehensive domain name system, dynamic host configuration protocol and IP address management, asset visibility and proactive security.

Google’s new TV Streamer is a pretty fantastic device thus far. It promises to step in moving forward and be a worthy successor to the much-loved Chromecast, bringing what really comes down to the best Google TV experience you can get on the big screen.

The Beta channel has been updated to 130.0.6723.19 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.

Learn about the JavaScript Set methods and their use in data handling, including union ( ), intersection ( ), difference ( ), and more. Resources: Set → https://goo.gle/set The JavaScript Set methods are now part of Baseline → https://goo.gle/set-methods-blog Watch more This is Baseline → https://goo.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 130 (130.0.6723.17) 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.

NetApp Inc. is rethinking its strategic positioning in enterprise storage. Beyond just hardware, the company is embracing the cloud, through hyperscaler partnerships, in ways that meet the needs of a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Notion AI is getting several updates, including the ability to connect the AI assistant to third-party apps such as Slack and Google Drive.

Editor’s note: Today’s post is by Charles Crossland, IT Change Manager for Kirklees Council, a borough of 425,000 in north-central England. Kirklees Council chose ChromeOS devices with managed guest sessions to expand digital outreach to residents through public digital hubs and loaner devices.

Hello All,The Stable channel has been released for 128.0.6613.163 (Platform version: 15964.59.0) for most ChromeOS devices.If you find new issues, please let us know one of the following ways:File a bugVisit 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.