Weekly Issue: 2025-23

A new LTS  version 132.0.6834.225 (Platform Version: 16093.107.0), is being rolled out for most ChromeOS devices.

Of all the wild demos we saw at Google I/O 2025, the new “Search Live” experience was easily one of the most futuristic. The idea of having a real-time, back-and-forth conversation with Google Search felt like a true step into the next generation of AI-powered search.

Google is moving fast with its AI development, and its most intelligent model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, is getting one last significant tune-up before it’s officially ready for primetime.

The pace of innovation in open-source AI is breathtaking, with models like Meta’s Llama4 and DeepSeek AI’s DeepSeek. However, deploying and optimizing large, powerful models can be  complex and resource-intensive.

If you’re looking for honest MyIQ reviews from real users, Reviews.io is one of the most useful platforms available. The site hosts hundreds of detailed MyIQ.com reviews that go beyond star ratings and actually explore the experience of taking the test, reading the results, and engaging with the platform.

Chromebooks have carved out a unique space in the gaming world, offering a surprisingly robust platform for online games. Their affordability, lightweight design, and seamless integration with browser-based and cloud gaming make them a fantastic choice for both casual players and dedicated gamers.

It’s current live on the Canary channel, but a stable release could follow soon.

Bookmarks in Google Chrome improve surfing speed and convenience. With a single click, you may return to your favorite websites, tools, or publications. But what happens if your bookmarks suddenly vanish? Many people are frustrated by this issue, wondering where their saved links have gone.

Looking to fine-tune multimodal AI models for your specific domain but facing infrastructure and implementation challenges? This guide demonstrates how to overcome the multimodal implementation gap using Google Cloud and Axolotl, with a complete hands-on example fine-tuning Gemma 3 on the SIIM-ISIC Melanoma dataset.

The Dev channel has been updated to 139.0.7219.3 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.

If you are new to Chromebooks or even a seasoned user, you may wonder what is the launcher key on Chromebook and why it matters.  This special key might seem like just another button on your keyboard, but it actually serves as a powerful tool to access various features quickly.

If you’re like most people who live in Google Drive for work or personal projects, staying on top of every little edit and comment across numerous files can be a real challenge as teams expand.

Google Meet continues to evolve, and the latest batch of updates is squarely aimed at making the presentation experience smoother, more versatile, and more professional.

BigQuery provides a powerful platform for analyzing large-scale datasets with high performance. However, as data volumes and query complexity increase, maintaining operational efficiency is essential. BigQuery workload management provides comprehensive control mechanisms to optimize workloads and resource allocation, preventing performance issues and resource contention, especially in high-volume environments.

Google Photos has long been more than just a place to back up your pictures and videos. Its sharing capabilities – especially the direct sharing feature that creates Conversations (or chats) around specific photos or albums – have been genuinely useful for a long time.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 139 (139.0.7219.0) 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.

Luxury and enjoyment don’t have to be reserved for vacations or special occasions. You can add a touch of refinement and joy to your everyday life. It’s all in the little things.

Android users could soon welcome yet another browser to challenge Chrome’s hegemony.

In January, Google made Gemini — previously an add-on — a standard feature for business users in Google Workspace. That move made a point: generative AI (genAI) isn’t an add-on, it’s a fundamental capability that should fit naturally in the flow of work.

Our Robux Calculator is the ultimate all-in-one tool for both players and developers.

In the age of digital transformation, Chromebooks have quietly but powerfully taken a seat at the e-reading table. Originally designed for web-based tasks, these lightweight, budget-friendly machines have evolved.

M-136, ChromeOS version 16238.64.0 (Browser version 136.0.7103.158), has rolled out to ChromeOS devices on the Stable channel.

Another day brings another new update to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which is getting a host of new capabilities for business users, including connectors for cloud services such as Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive and SharePoint.

Silicon photonics and gallium nitride a major focus GlobalFoundries plans to funnel another $3 billion into US semiconductor production, bringing its total investment to $16 billion, the New York-based foundry operator said on Wednesday.…

The Beta channel is being updated to OS version 16267.37.0 (Browser version 137.0.7151.80) 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?

Have you ever noticed players using cool characters like Santa Claus, Astronauts, Penguins, or Mega Bots in Blooket? These characters are called blooks, and they are a fun part of the Blooket game. Players can unlock and use these blooks as their profile avatars during games.

The Beta channel has been updated to 138.0.7204.15 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.

The latest version of the Bigtable Spark connector opens up a world of possibilities for Bigtable and Apache Spark applications, not least of which is additional support for Bigtable and Apache Iceberg, the open table format for large analytical datasets.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 138 (138.0.7204.13) 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.

Written by: Nick Guttilla Introduction Organizations are increasingly relying on diverse digital communication channels for essential business operations. The way employees interact with colleagues, access corporate resources, and especially, receive information technology (IT) support is often conducted through calls, chat platforms, and other remote technologies.

The Walmart Onn 4K Pro has rightly earned its reputation as one of the best deals in the Google TV space – and maybe even in streaming hardware overall. When it launched last year with Android 12, it delivered a fantastic experience for its tiny price tag.

Google’s NotebookLM has been quietly establishing itself as a seriously powerful AI-powered research and writing assistant, and a new update is making it an even more versatile tool for collaboration and sharing knowledge: you can now create public links to share your NotebookLM notebooks with anyone.

Even though it’s been on the market for a little while now and is beginning to show its age in the constantly-evolving Chromebook ecosystem, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 still holds its own and packs in features that still make me love picking it up and using it.

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Simply tap a button and Gemini will inform you of changes and comments made to your file by others.