Weekly Issue: 2025-39

The year 2025 represents a pivotal moment in organizational technology adoption, with BYOD Chromebook policy inclusion reaching unprecedented levels.

With the potentially massive, foundational shift of ChromeOS to the Android kernel on the horizon, there’s been a ton of speculation about what the future of our favorite operating system will actually look like. Will it feel the same? Will it be a true fusion of the two platforms?

Dell Technologies Inc. today announced updates to its private cloud, storage and cyber resilience products, designed to help enterprises manage both modern and legacy workloads more efficiently while maintaining security and flexibility.

Dell Technologies Inc. today announced updates to its private cloud, storage and cyber resilience products, designed to help enterprises manage both modern and legacy workloads more efficiently while maintaining security and flexibility.

Digital teams and everyday users run into the same problem sooner or later: what works on office Wi-Fi doesn’t always behave the same on real mobile networks. Pages render differently, app flows change by location, and protective systems sometimes mistake normal checks for something risky.

A new survey from Resume.org paints a stark picture of the current job market, with 50% of US companies scaling back hiring and one in three planning layoffs by the end of the year.

One of my favorite things about Android is how the platform is an infinity pool of possibility and power-user potential. No matter how long you’ve been using it or how deeply you think you’ve explored, there’s always something new and exciting bubbling beneath the surface and waiting to be discovered.

Google is continuing to slowly tease its rumored plans to bring Android to PCs, merging it with ChromeOS, and now Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon is getting in on the action. He says he’s seen a version of the software, and that he “can’t wait to have one.

Google is continuing to slowly tease its rumored plans to bring Android to PCs, merging it with ChromeOS, and now Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon is getting in on the action. He says he’s seen a version of the software, and that he “can’t wait to have one.

Editor’s note: Today’s post is by Syed Mohammad Mujeeb, CIO and Arsalan Mazhar, Head of Infrastructure, for JS Bank a prominent and rapidly growing midsize commercial bank in Pakistan with a strong national presence of over 293 branches.

Is the Android-Chrome OS merger closer to happening than we thought?

For years, the Google Assistant on our TVs has been a handy tool for simple tasks—opening apps, searching for an actor, or dimming the smart lights. But it has always felt a bit like a limited, command-and-control system. Today, that’s all changing.

When the Pixel 10 launched, one of its standout software exclusives was the new “conversational editing” feature in Google Photos. The ability to simply describe the edits you want and watch them appear seems like an almost magical experience.

   Hi, everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 140 (140.0.7339.207) 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.

Receiving calls from unknown numbers like 8776137414 has become increasingly common, with consumers losing over $12.5 billion to phone scams in 2024 alone. Understanding how to identify and protect yourself from fraudulent calls is crucial in today’s digital landscape where scammers continuously evolve their tactics.

The Stable channel has been updated to 140.0.7339.207/.208 for Windows/Mac, and 140.0.7339.207 for Linux which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. A full list of changes in this build is available in the Log.

For years, the market for small Android tablets has been a sea of compromise, generally forcing you to choose between a portable size and high-end, flagship-level performance. But every once in a while, a device comes along that completely switches things up.

The ChromeOS Beta channel is being updated to OS version 16404.23.0 (Browser version 141.0.7390.35) for most ChromeOS devices.

The discovery of ‘Tanjiro’—the reference board for a new generation of MediaTek Kompanio Ultra-powered Chromebook tablets—was already easily one of the most exciting ChromeOS developments of the year. As a baseboard, we knew it was only a matter of time before the first real-world devices began to spawn from it.

As a Python library for accelerator-oriented array computation and program transformation, JAX is widely recognized for its power in training large-scale AI models. But its core design as a system for composable function transformations unlocks its potential in a much broader scientific landscape.

Verdent AI Inc., an artificial intelligence startup developing agentic coding tools, today announced the launch of its platform that can plan, self-verify and iterate on complex software development work by guiding multiple agents in parallel. The company was founded by Zhijie Chen, former head of algorithms at ByteDance Ltd.

Reviews are everywhere. Some are flaming. Some are mean. Some are scarcely readable. The majority of the businesses simply place them on a page and leave it at that. That’s just boring.

Healthcare technology continues transforming how we approach wellness and medical care across global markets. The digital health landscape represents unprecedented opportunities for innovation, with the global healthcare IT market projected to reach $880.56 billion in 2025, expanding at a robust CAGR of 15.83% through 2034. Ztec100.

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We are just over a week away from Google’s big October 1st smart home event, where we’re expecting to see new Nest Cams and the official debut of the round smart speaker that was teased at the Pixel 10 launch.

Chrome’s “Listen to this page” feature on Android has always been a handy tool for catching up on articles while you’re driving, doing chores, or just want to give your eyes a rest.

The H15 Pro CarpetFlex features easy switching between dedicated brushes for both surfaces.

Google Workspace Integration Usage Statistics reveal the platform’s dominant position in the productivity software market, with over 3 billion active monthly users and a commanding 50.34% market share. These comprehensive statistics demonstrate how businesses worldwide leverage Google Workspace integrations to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and improve collaboration across teams.

When it comes to gaming on a Chromebook, there are some notable issues. For example, they have underpowered hardware and limited software support. However, despite these undoubted limitations, plus a range of other drawbacks, there are some simple steps you can take to improve your Chromebook’s gaming performance.

Chromebooks have given computing a fresh spin. With their intuitive usability, lightning speed, and cloud-base set up, they are no longer limited to just student devices or basic web browsing.

The conversation around staying active has shifted. People want options that fit into their everyday routines instead of overhauling their entire schedule. Work-from-home setups, busy calendars, and long hours indoors have made consistent motion harder to maintain.

Chrome’s Read Aloud feature just leveled up with NotebookLM-style Audio Overviews.