Weekly Issue: 2024-44

Today is the day, folks! Well, it’s the day for some of you, anyway.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 131 (131.0.6778.22) 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.

Selecting the right free VPN for your Chromebook requires a bit of careful consideration. Not all VPNs are compatible or perform well on Chrome OS, and some specific features can make a big difference in your browsing experience.

If you are on a school-provided Chromebook or access the Internet primarily via school or university networks, you may find many websites blocked. This is usually done through network administrators to keep students focused on educational content and often block access to tools like ChatGPT.

Using a Chromebook for online work, travel, or gaming often requires added security and privacy. A virtual private network (VPN) is essential for protecting your online activity by masking your IP address and encrypting your internet traffic.

If you think Chromebooks are safe from cyber threats, it’s time to reconsider. While ChromeOS, based on Linux, does offer built-in protections, Chromebooks aren’t entirely immune to malware. Malicious files can still find their way through browser extensions and Android apps, posing potential risks.

Quick: When’s the last time you really, truly thought about your Android device’s Quick Settings setup? If you’re like most mammals I know, the answer probably ranges somewhere between “eons ago” and “never.

The errordomain=nscocoaerrordomain&errormessage=nie można znaleźć wskazanego skrótu.&errorcode=4 error in NSCocoaErrorDomain typically indicates that the system cannot locate the specified shortcut. This error message usually appears when the associated file or command has been moved, deleted, or inaccessible.

Hello All,The Beta channel has been updated to 131.0.6778.17 (Platform version: 16063.13.0) 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.

The Stable channel is being updated to OS version: 16033.43.0 Browser version: 130.0.6723.84 for most ChromeOS devices.If you find new issues, please let us know one of the following waysFile 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 130 (130.0.6723.86) for Android to a small percentage of users. It’ll become available on Google Play over the next few days. You can find more details about early Stable releases here.This release includes stability and performance improvements.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Stable 130 (130.0.6723.90) 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.

The Stable channel has been updated to 130.0.6723.91/.92 for Windows, Mac and 130.0.6723.91 for Linux which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. A full list of changes in this build is available in the Log.The Extended Stable channel has been updated to 130.0.6723.

Illustration: The Verge Google is rolling out some new Chrome memory management features aimed at helping you wrangle out-of-control tabs more easily.

Illustration: The Verge Google is rolling out some new Chrome memory management features aimed at helping you wrangle out-of-control tabs more easily.

Amazon might have accidentally broken the story early, but as anticipated the introduction of Apple’s all-new, M4-processor-powered Mac mini is making big waves.

A new LTS-126 version 126.0.6478.256 (Platform Version: 15886.81.0), has rolled out for most ChromeOS devices. This version includes selected security fixes including:360700873 High CVE-2024-7971 Type Confusion in V8368208152 High CVE- 2024-9369 Insufficient data validation in MojoRelease notes for LTS-126 can be found here Want to know more about Long-term Support? Click hereGiuliana PritchardGoogle ChromeOS

Alright, this story is pretty wild. Sam Mitrovic, a Windows security expert, recently shared his close call with an AI-powered scam that’s so sophisticated, it nearly tricked him for a minute into giving away the login info to his Google account.

Chromebooks serve as essential tools for work, education, and personal use. While these devices offer robust security features, they are not immune to online threats, making the need for a reliable VPN crucial.

Today, we’re announcing that GitHub will make Gemini models – starting with Gemini 1.5 Pro – available to developers on its platform for the first time through a new partnership with Google Cloud.

The CSS property box-decoration-break lets you specify how an element’s fragments should be rendered when broken across multiple lines, columns, or pages. Watch more New in Chrome → https://goo.gle/NewInChrome Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs Speaker: Pete LePage Products Mentioned: Chrome

Google is introducing new and improved Chrome performance controls for a faster, more efficient browsing experience.

Google just launched a new “Certified Refurbished Phone program,” and it’s bringing some serious value to the table. If you’ve had your eye on a Pixel but weren’t thrilled about the price tag, now’s your chance to snag one for up to 40% off exclusively at the Google Store.

For those who love keeping up with British television, Channel 4 has been a source of both joy and frustration. Their programming is top-notch, but getting it on Android/Google TV devices has been a real pain. Until now.

As one of the better all-around Chromebook Plus devices you can find, the Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus rarely goes on sale.

The error `errordomain=nscocoaerrordomain&errormessage=không thể tìm thấy phím tắt được chỉ định.&errorcode=4` (translated as “could not find the specified shortcut”) is a common issue encountered by users on macOS or iOS devices.

Calling all web developers! Learn about cookies, third-party cookies, and the future of third-party cookies here→ https://goo.gle/cookies Watch more Cookie Countdown → https://goo.gle/3pc-videos Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Speaker: Natalia Markoborodova Products Mentioned: Privacy Sandbox for Chrome

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus MSRP – $699.00 “This Chromebook simply nails the overall experience so well that I can simply overlook the few things it doesn’t excel at.” Pros Cons We’ve waited a long time for this one.

I’m going to be honest, I really didn’t think we’d see this level of a discount on the new Lenovo Chromebook Duet this soon! Maybe in mid-November I’d expect this, but seeing the new detachable from Lenovo a full $100 off MSRP is pretty crazy at the end of October.

In this episode, WasmAssembly host, Thomas Steiner, chats with Thomas Nattestad, Product Manager on the Google Chrome team. Learn about Chrome’s investment in WebAssembly, WebAssembly caching and if there’s a solution for cross-origin caching, canvas-rendered apps, and Thomas’ take on WebAssembly DOM access and whether WebAssembly will replace JavaScript.

The Android and iOS YouTube Music apps are getting a subtle facelift in the menu department, aligning their designs more closely with the main YouTube app. The change?

In September 2024, Google Threat Intelligence Group (consisting of Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) and Mandiant) discovered UNC5812, a suspected Russian hybrid espionage and influence operation, delivering Windows and Android malware using a Telegram persona named “Civil Defense”.

Check your site for cookie usage, test for breakage with third-party cookies blocked, and transition to 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.gle/ChromeDevs #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Speaker: Sam Dutton Products Mentioned: Privacy Sandbox for Chrome

Workspace is Google’s suite of productivity software tools, the main competitor to market leader Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365). Formerly known as G Suite, Google Workspace includes well-known apps such as Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Slides — apps that are also used for free by billions of people globally.

Chrome devices are becoming versatile and more powerful, offering a decent but basic PC experience. However, to unlock more Chromebook features , you need to enable Developer Mode. This article will guide you through the process and highlight some important things to keep in mind.