Weekly Issue: 2025-19

A new survey by VPN provider Surfshark has found that Chrome collects the most information from users’ phones, while “TOR stands out as the most privacy-centric browser by collecting no data at all.

The Dev channel is being updated to OS version 16267.11.0 (Browser version 137.0.7151.17) 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?

In case you were unaware, Google’s primary AI model – Gemini – now has eyes to see things in the real world.

After a few months of pestering, Lenovo finally sent over their small-yet-mighty Legion Tab Gen 3 about a week ago.

Google Chrome’s experimental flag Allow invalid certificates for resources loaded from localhost (at chrome://flags/#allow-insecure-localhost) was a handy developer feature that let Chrome ignore self-signed or invalid SSL certificates on localhost. In practice, enabling this flag meant you could browse https://localhost without a warning, even if the cert was untrusted.

The Dev channel has been updated to 138.0.7166.3 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.

Apple TV does not currently support a native web browser such as Safari, and there is no official browser app available through the Apple TV App Store. However, users can still access the internet on their Apple TV using alternative methods.

It’s been a minute since you’ve probably heard anything about the 2000s nu-metal band KoЯn, but the reason they’re on our tech radar today is a pretty fascinating story!

Is your user’s identity experience impacted when third-party cookies aren’t available? It’s time to find out. This video explains how to audit, test and adapt your site to support your users, even when third-party cookies are restricted. Chapters: 0:00 – What’s happening with third-party cookies? 1:48 – Which solutions won’t be impacted?

Online scams are an unfortunate reality of modern life, and the actors behind them are constantly upgrading their tactics. It’s a never-ending game of cat and mouse, but Google is doubling down on its efforts to protect users, and not surprisingly, AI is at the forefront of this renewed push.

If videos, streams, or embedded content in Chrome suddenly look too dark or have extreme contrast, it’s usually a display or rendering issue. Here’s how you can fix it. 1. Check Hardware Acceleration This feature can cause contrast issues.a. Open Chrome settingsb. Go to “System”c.

If you create videos for your brand, you understand how important every little thing is. One of the most crucial aspects is what text you use. Fonts aren’t merely aesthetically pleasing—fonts convey a message. The typography of the text will make your brand appear bold, relaxed, intelligent, or playful.

It’s going to be very, very interesting in a ‘May you live in interesting times’ way Opinion  When Donald Trump entered the White House, I expect Google thought its worries were over.

Online gaming is shifting—quietly but profoundly. Beyond graphics and gameplay, privacy tools like VPNs, ad blockers, and anti-tracking extensions are now essential. Especially in online casinos, they reshape access, security, and immersion. Less noise. More control.

A new LTS  version 132.0.6834.223 (Platform Version: 16093.105.0), is being rolled out for most ChromeOS devices. This version includes selected security fixes including:398065918  High  CVE-2025-1920  Type Confusion in V8Release notes for LTS-132 can be found here Want to know more about Long-term Support? Click hereAndy WuGoogle Chrome OS

Following up on last week’s news, Google is now more broadly rolling out native image editing capabilities within the Gemini app. This is a really important step forward, moving us beyond the previous setup where asking for a modification to a generated image would result in an entirely new picture.

Chrome for Android is gaining the ability to detect malicious web notifications.

Chrome and Android are releasing new AI-powered features to help combat online scams.

Observe Privacy Sandbox Developer Relations Engineer Natalia in her natural habitat: preparing for her #GoogleIO session. Will teamwork help her cross the finish line? 🤔 Register for I/O to find out ➡️ https://io.google/2025/ Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Speaker: Natalia Markoborodova Products Mentioned: Chrome

The Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), the group behind the Matter smart home standard, just announced the latest specification update: Matter 1.4.1. If that “.1” designation gives you pause, you’re right – this isn’t a huge leap forward with tons of new device categories.

Walmart appears to be gearing up to release their latest budget-friendly streaming device, the Onn Google TV 4K Plus. This very compelling Chromecast alternative was spotted earlier this year, and has just recently been listed on Walmart’s website at a very attractive price point of just $29.88.

Google Drive is making a welcomed change to the FAB on Android.

For developers and advanced users seeking to test Chrome features or tweak browser behavior on Android, the chrome://flags/#enable-command-line-on-non-rooted-devices flag offers a powerful solution. This feature allows you to pass command-line switches to Chrome without rooting your device, enabling advanced testing and customization. What Is chrome://flags/#enable-command-line-on-non-rooted-devices?

When it comes to gamified learning platforms, Quizizz stands out. It allows both teachers and students to engage in interactive quizzes, creating an enjoyable and educational experience.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 138 (138.0.7166.0) 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.

Google Messages is enhancing its capabilities with the introduction of a new “Unsubscribe” feature designed to provide users with more control over unwanted messages from businesses.

Companies are embracing the flexibility and scale of hybrid architecture, which is why Nutanix Inc. is gearing up to release its cloud cluster solution for hybrid multiclouds. Nutanix focuses on producing hyperconverged infrastructure, and over the past year, the company has jumped into the artificial intelligence game.

The Beta channel is being updated to OS version 16238.41.0 (Browser version 136.0.7103.96) for most ChromeOS devices.

Content creators attempting to upload new videos and Shorts to YouTube are running into difficulties as the platform is currently experiencing an issue that is preventing some uploads from processing properly.

We were shocked – SHOCKED – by the answer Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the slurpiest mobile browser of them all? The answer, according to VPN vendor Surfshark, is Chrome.…

We were shocked – SHOCKED – by the answer Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the slurpiest mobile browser of them all? The answer, according to VPN vendor Surfshark, is Chrome.…

The Beta channel has been updated to 137.0.7151.15 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 has announced the early access release of the Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview (I/O edition), an enhanced version of its 2.5 Pro model. This update brings substantial improvements in coding capabilities, particularly in the realm of building engaging and interactive web applications.

With Google I/O and the expected stable launch of Android 16 just a couple of weeks away, I was wondering if Google might just skip the traditional May Android 15 security update for Pixel devices.

Written by: Wesley Shields Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) has identified a new piece of malware called LOSTKEYS, attributed to the Russian government-backed threat group COLDRIVER (also known as UNC4057, Star Blizzard, and Callisto).