Weekly Issue: 2025-09

The ThinkBook “Codename Flip” AI PC concept brings a unique 18.1-inch outward-folding display with five flexible modes.

This deal’s run has been truly unprecedented. For what was nearly the entire month of February (and now into the first few days of March), Samsung left the awesome Galaxy Chromebook Plus on sale at $75 off.

A few years back, Google made the move of announcing new features for Pixel phones in what they dubbed ‘Pixel Feature Drops.’ It was a handy way to tell users that the latest update was more than security fixes and squashed bugs.

The Onn 4K Pro is the best cheap Google TV device outside of the Chromecast family.

The browser app is going edge-to-edge with its latest update.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the arena of integration platform as a service (iPaaS). Tray.ai Inc., the composable AI integration and automation platform, is capitalizing on the trend by offering customers a flexible solution for integrating AI into their business.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the arena of integration platform as a service (iPaaS). Tray.ai Inc., the composable AI integration and automation platform, is capitalizing on the trend by offering customers a flexible solution for integrating AI into their business.

We’re in a strange spot right now for Chromebooks and ChromeOS. With the impending change over to the Android Kernel, there are many unknowns and likely a ton of moving parts behind the scenes.

It’s a persistent question: How do you know which generative AI model is the best choice for your needs? It all comes down to smart evaluation.

Yassir is a super app, supporting the daily lives of users in more than 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, South Africa, and Senegal who rely on our ride-hailing, last-mile delivery, and financial services solutions.

Welcome to the second Cloud CISO Perspectives for February 2025. Today, Christiane Peters from our Office of the CISO explains why post-quantum cryptography may seem like the future’s problem, but it will soon be ours if IT doesn’t move faster to prepare for it.

Chrome has long offered a handy accessibility feature called “Read this page” that allows the browser to read the current webpage aloud. It’s a simple tool, but incredibly useful for those who prefer listening to content, multitasking, or have accessibility needs.

Chromebooks have become popular for people who need a basic computer but don’t want to spend a lot on a Windows laptop or Mac. These devices have taken over the budget laptop market worldwide. Many schools also use them. Chromebooks do not run Windows. Instead, they come with Google’s ChromeOS.

Your Chromebook can do more than most people think. It needs the internet for some features, but you can still play games offline. It doesn’t have a laptop’s power but can run many popular games. Make the most of your Chromebook with these top games.

For many Pixel users who rely on the handy “Now Playing” feature (it comes in so handy, so often), recent months have presented a frustrating experience.

AI and robots need data — lots of it. Companies that have millions of users have an advantage in this data collection, because they can use the data of their customers.  A well-known example is Google’s reCAPTCHA v2 service, which I recently lambasted.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 135 (135.0.7037.2) 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.

Managing your growing collection of Google devices just got a whole lot simpler. The newly launched “Your devices” page on the Google Store provides a streamlined overview of your Pixel, Fitbit, and Nest products, offering quick access to essential information and support options.

If you happen to have a barely-functioning laptop sitting around the house that you can’t sell and can’t really use any longer, you might just be in luck.

Microsoft Windows and Google Chrome OS are the most used desktop operating systems. Both now work on similar laptops, as cheap Chromebooks are no longer the only option. You might see two nearly identical laptops, one running Windows 11 and the other using Chrome OS.

Roblox has solidified its position as a go-to platform for immersive gaming and creation on Chromebooks. The platform’s developers are consistently working to enhance the user experience on ChromeOS, and their latest efforts are quite impressive.

The landscape of enterprise IT management is constantly evolving, and with it, the need for smarter, more efficient tools. Google is addressing this head-on with the introduction of Chrome Admin Assistance, a significant leap forward in device management.

Explore advanced Network panel techniques, including how to find performance bottlenecks, debug popups, configure network conditions, use shortcuts to determine network request initiators and more.

We’ve been waiting a very, very long time for this one.

The telecommunications industry has always been on the leading edge of technology — but rarely has it been changing as quickly as it is today. Increased 5G adoption, the spread of edge computing, new monetization models, and growing consumer expectations are presenting opportunities and hurdles in equal measure.

Online banking services have revolutionized how we manage our finances, offering greater convenience and efficiency than ever before. With the rise of digital banking, users no longer need to visit a physical bank to handle their transactions.

Artificial intelligence has become an essential part of business operations and consumer experiences. There are basically two of the most common use cases: AI agents and chatbots.

Not so long ago, the definition of an IT worker was pretty simple: they were largely confined to central roles related to hardware, network infrastructure, and software development in centralized IT departments.

Artificial intelligence is transforming how we work, learn, and interact with technology every day, offering never-before-seen opportunities to increase efficiency and improve end-user experiences. However, effectively managing a fleet of devices with so much new technology requires staying ahead of the curve as well.

The Beta channel is being updated to OS version 16181.24.0 (Browser version 134.0.6998.31) for most ChromeOS devices.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 134 (134.0.6998.34) 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.

If you need a lightweight, reliable, affordable laptop, a Chromebook might be the right choice. These laptops run on ChromeOS, making them fast and responsive. Budget models perform well, keeping their prices lower than many other laptops. Since they rely on cloud storage, they are easy to use.

 A new LTS-126  version 126.0.6478.265 (Platform Version: 15886.90.0), is being rolled out for most ChromeOS devices. This version includes selected security fixes including:Fixes for CVE-2024-46800, CVE-2024-49861386143468 High CVE-2025-0611 Object corruption in V8Release notes for LTS-126 can be found here Want to know more about Long-term Support? Click hereGiuliana PritchardGoogle ChromeOS

The Stable channel has been updated to 134.0.6998.35 for Windows and 134.0.6998.44 for Mac as part of our early stable release to a small percentage of users. A full list of changes in this build is available in the log.You can find more details about early Stable releases here.

The Beta channel has been updated to 134.0.6998.35 for Windows and Linux, 134.0.6998.44 for Mac.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.