Weekly Issue: 2024-42

Android 15 has landed, and with it, a useful new feature that transforms your Pixel Tablet (or Pixel phone) into a hands-on smart home control dashboard while it’s charging. This new screensaver isn’t just a static display, either – you can actually control your devices right from the screensaver.

Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11″ MSRP – $359 – $399 “I can say without question that this is the best Chromebook tablet you can buy right now.

Enhancements to the Dell PowerStore offering earlier this year revealed how Dell Technologies Inc. has pursued its strategic direction for AI-ready storage. The company’s announcement of PowerStore Prime in May was the most substantial release of the storage solution in four years.

Enhancements to the Dell PowerStore offering earlier this year revealed how Dell Technologies Inc. has pursued its strategic direction for AI-ready storage. The company’s announcement of PowerStore Prime in May was the most substantial release of the storage solution in four years.

We’ve all been there, right? You’re on a video call, and the neighbor decides its time to crank up the leaf blower in the middle of the day.

In today’s data-driven world, businesses need database solutions that can handle massive data volumes, deliver lightning-fast performance, and maintain near-perfect uptime. This is especially true for companies with critical workloads operating at global scale, where downtime translates directly into lost revenue and frustrated customers.

Remember that experimental AI-driven podcast feature in NotebookLM we talked about not too long ago? Well, Google is seeing a lot of buzz around this particular tool and they’ve updated NotebookLM in a few very interesting ways. First up, the “experimental” tag is gone, meaning NotebookLM is here to stay.

Google has announced a significant update to its Google Flights service, designed to help travelers prioritize cost savings above all else. The new “Cheapest” tab will appear alongside the existing search results and will highlight the most budget-friendly flight options available.

The Internet and digital devices have brought about significant changes in the educational process, becoming an important part of it. Especially in the context of the rapid development of distance learning. Chromebooks are becoming increasingly popular. They are functional and easy to use.

Apple released a claustrophobic submarine movie for Apple Vision Pro earlier this month, and it gave me a sinking feeling.  The movie Submerged was neither augmented reality (AR) nor virtual reality (VR) nor 360-degree video. It was more like 180-degree video.

Vulnerability reward programs play a vital role in driving security forward. By incentivizing security research, vulnerabilities can be found and fixed by vendors before they are potentially exploited by malicious actors, protecting users and strengthening security posture.

Apple turned your iPhone into your wallet one decade ago. Ten years on, and the company continues to extend the digitization of personal payments, with small-scale loans, car rentals, and everything else that used to occupy space in your pocket.

Apple turned your iPhone into your wallet one decade ago. Ten years on, and the company continues to extend the digitization of personal payments, with small-scale loans, car rentals, and everything else that used to occupy space in your pocket.

No Android 15? No problem. You can still enjoy some of the fancy new features from Google’s latest Android version — no matter who made your current device or how old it might be.

Image: The Verge Google is updating Chrome on Android next month to greatly improve how password mangers operate inside the mobile browser. Chrome on Android will allow third-party password managers to natively autofill forms on websites, improving the experience of apps like 1Password, Dashlane, and others.

Image: The Verge Google is updating Chrome on Android next month to greatly improve how password mangers operate inside the mobile browser. Chrome on Android will allow third-party password managers to natively autofill forms on websites, improving the experience of apps like 1Password, Dashlane, and others.

To ensure your website runs smoothly, be sure to check your site for cookies, test for breakage with third-party cookies blocked, and try solutions that don’t use third-party cookies. For more information visit → https://goo.gle/cookies Watch more Cookie Countdown → https://goo.gle/3pc-videos Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.

It was just a couple days ago that I posted about a very good deal on the 4GB/128GB version of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 for just $219.

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. Resources: Extension Mailing List → https://goo.gle/3TMZCXy Watch more Chrome Extensions → https://goo.

A usage philosophy rooted in the cloud, app sandboxing, and robust recovery measures mean ChromeOS-powered Chromebooks stand above others in matters of user safety. Yet, there are ways to hack and exploit devices as security-centric as Chromebooks.

Since its invention 50 years ago, SQL has become the universal language used across the database industry. Its familiar syntax and well-established community have truly democratized how people access data everywhere. But let’s face it, SQL isn’t perfect.

The Dev channel has been updated to 132.0.6779.0 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.

The Beta channel is being updated to OS version: 16033.32.0, Browser version: 130.0.6723.63 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.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 132 (132.0.6779.0) 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.

We only just recently began the journey of the latest Chromebook tablet with the new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11″, and here we are with some real potential that another MediaTek-powered device is in the works that could perhaps be a far more powerful Chromebook tablet on schedule to arrive in 2025. Let’s piece this together.…

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The modern workplace revolves around the browser. It’s where employees access critical applications, handle sensitive data, and collaborate with colleagues. This makes the browser a critical point for enforcing security.

Hello All,The Dev channel has been updated to 131.0.6778.0 (Platform version: 16063.2.0) 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.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 131 (131.0.6778.2) 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.

The potential split up of Google that’s been proposed by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) could weaken the company, and thus the position of the US in its tech war with China, said former President Donald Trump, who suggested he may not break up the company if he wins the presidency again in November.…

Coinciding with the update to Android 15, Google released another round of updates for their Pixel ecosystem, and this one is packed. The previously-named Pixel Feature Drops have gone through a bit of a re-brand and are now simply known as Pixel Drops.

The Chrome team is excited to announce the promotion of Chrome 131 to the Beta channel for Windows, Mac and Linux. Chrome 131.0.6778.

The Screen Waked Lock API prevents the screen from turning off, dimming or locking. Learn how it works and some cases where this API would be useful. Resources: Screen Wake Lock API → https://goo.gle/4eoDA5B Baseline → https://goo.gle/baseline-webdev Watch more This is Baseline → https://goo.gle/TiB Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 131 (131.0.6778.2) 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.Harry SoudersGoogle Chrome

Google has officially released the Google Home Favorites widget for all Android users with devices running Android 12 or higher! Previously available only to those in the Public Preview program, this widget provides convenient and quick access to frequently used smart home devices and automations directly from your home screen.