Weekly Issue: 2025-17

Harness the power of AI at its fullest with the new Acer Chromebook Plus 516.

The Stable channel has been updated to 136.0.7103.48 for Windows and 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.

ChatGPT maker to join line of suitors if Chocolate Factory forced to offload browser OpenAI’s head of product for ChatGPT has flung the company’s hat into the ring as a potential suitor for Google’s Chrome browser should the search giant be forced to divest itself of the application.…

ChatGPT maker to join line of suitors if Chocolate Factory forced to offload browser OpenAI’s head of product for ChatGPT has flung the company’s hat into the ring as a potential suitor for Google’s Chrome browser should the search giant be forced to divest itself of the application.…

Google is continuing its push to make creating polished presentations easier for everyone. Following up on the initial release of modern templates last November, Google Slides is now receiving a second wave of professionally designed options to further streamline the process of building compelling slide decks.

The demand for software as a service (SaaS) based solutions is exploding, fueled by AI-driven hyper-personalization, the rise of specialized vertical solutions, and a no-code revolution. However, building and scaling a successful SaaS can be daunting for would-be SaaS providers.

The Beta channel is being updated to OS version 16238.26.0 (Browser version 136.0.7103.40) for most ChromeOS devices.

The Beta channel has been updated to 136.0.7103.48 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.

Google’s Gemini continues to evolve, constantly becoming better at truly helpful tasks like summarizing content, answering complex questions, and even performing web research. However, a notable missing feature has been the inability to directly analyze uploaded video content.

Imagine this common scenario: you have a detailed product requirements document for your next project.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Stable 136 (136.0.7103.42) 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.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 136 (136.0.7103.44) 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.

It’s hard to believe, but YouTube is celebrating its 20th anniversary. What started with a simple 19-second clip has exploded into a global platform boasting over 20 trillion uploaded videos spanning music, Shorts, podcasts, and countless other formats.

Finding a good deal on popular smart home gear is always welcome, and right now, there’s a solid price drop on one of Google’s core Nest products. The versatile Nest Doorbell (Battery) is currently available for a substantial discount, making it a great time to upgrade your front door security.

Well folks, I think I speak for everyone when I say this feels like a long time coming.

Reliable internet service is no longer a nice-to-have for businesses — it’s a must. Whether for cloud apps, video calls, or running an online store, companies need a steady connection to keep things running smoothly, serve customers, and stay ahead of the competition.

Microsoft is strengthening its Copilot generative AI software as the centerpiece of the workspace by adding key features to help users be more productive.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 136 (136.0.7103.43) 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.

Did you move files from your Mac to your Chromebook and realize some of the files you need are missing? Switching to a new OS is hard enough, and data loss just piles on the issues. The good news is, you can usually recover those lost files.

To be or not to be? That is the question when it comes to supply path optimization (SPO), due to different views on its potential.  Small brands, for example, often avoid SPO, thinking it is too expensive and suitable only for bigger names.

We all have bad habits. On a Windows PC, it’s easy to fall into patterns that are “good enough” — they get the job done but may not be the fastest or easiest way to achieve your goals.

Chromebooks have gained global popularity, especially in educational settings, but misunderstandings about their capabilities remain. You can use them for gaming and access tools like Microsoft Office.

Chrome isn’t for sale just yet, but OpenAI is waiting in the wings if Google is forced to sell it.

The ongoing saga of a Google secure browsing project took yet another turn, with the latest change coming just a few days after the company lost an antitrust lawsuit against the US government.

Meanwhile, OpenAI expresses an interest in unbundling Chrome from Google Google has agreed to unbundle its Play Store and Android operating system in India, but only on smart TVs, and will also cough up a $2.4 million fine after being found to have breached competition law.…

OpenAI Head of Product Nick Turley has told a judge overseeing the remedy phase of Google LLC’s antitrust trial that his company would be very interested in buying the Chrome browser if given a chance to do so.

Hi, everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 135 (135.0.7049.111) for Android. It’ll become available on Google Play over the next few days.  This release includes stability and performance improvements. You can see a full list of the changes in the Git log. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug.

If Google is forced to sell off Chrome, ChatGPT’s head of product told a judge today that OpenAI would be interested in buying the browser, Reuters reports. Google breaking off Chrome is a proposed remedy by the US Department of Justice in US v.

If Google is forced to sell off Chrome, ChatGPT’s head of product told a judge today that OpenAI would be interested in buying the browser, Reuters reports. Google breaking off Chrome is a proposed remedy by the US Department of Justice in US v.

Chrome will keep third-party cookies, a win for web giant’s ad rivals After six years of work, Google’s Privacy Sandbox, technology for delivering ads while protecting privacy, looks like dust in the wind.…

Chrome will keep third-party cookies, a win for web giant’s ad rivals After six years of work, Google’s Privacy Sandbox, technology for delivering ads while protecting privacy, looks like dust in the wind.…

 The Stable channel has been updated to 135.0.7049.114/.115 for Windows, Mac and 135.0.7049.114 for Linux which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. A full list of changes in this build is available in the Log.

If Safari doesn’t meet your needs—whether due to recurring problems, a preference for another mobile browser, or a desire to explore other options—you can switch to a third-party browser. Since the release of iOS 14, iPhone users can choose an alternative to Apple’s default browser.

Spring is finally here, and we wanted to do something fun to give back to you – our awesome Chrome Unboxed readers! If you’ve followed us for a while, you know we’re huge fans of Walmart’s Onn Google TV devices.

Gboard is easily one of Google’s most ubiquitous applications, finding itself on countless Android devices and serving as the primary text input method for millions. Google is continually refining the experience of their first-party keyboard, adding features aimed at enhancing speed, convenience, and intelligence. The latest Gboard beta (v15.3.