Weekly Issue: 2026-20

Following the announcement of Googlebook, we finally have a clear picture of exactly who is building the hardware. Google has officially confirmed that they are working with Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, and Lenovo to launch the first wave of Googlebooks this fall.

We have the hardware category name, we know the underlying tech stack, and we’ve even seen early leaks of the desktop environment. But one massive question remains completely unanswered following The Android Show: what exactly is the operating system running on a Googlebook going to be called?

We have the hardware category name, we know the underlying tech stack, and we’ve even seen early leaks of the desktop environment. But one massive question remains completely unanswered following The Android Show: what exactly is the operating system running on a Googlebook going to be called?

I didn’t expect vivo to build the most flexible camera app on any phone — one that even Apple now wants to copy.

I didn’t expect vivo to build the most flexible camera app on any phone — one that even Apple now wants to copy.

Google’s ecosystem vision makes sense — and doesn’t at the same time.

Google’s ecosystem vision makes sense — and doesn’t at the same time.

Contact center AI transformation is accelerating in financial services as new innovations close the gap between surface-level metrics and genuine customer understanding in high-stakes interactions.

Contact center AI transformation is accelerating in financial services as new innovations close the gap between surface-level metrics and genuine customer understanding in high-stakes interactions.

Microsoft this week released 139 updates affecting Windows, Office, .NET, and SQL Server (though there were no updates for Microsoft Exchange Server). Despite the absence of zero-days, the May Patch Tuesday update still requires Patch Now recommendations for Windows and Office.

Microsoft this week released 139 updates affecting Windows, Office, .NET, and SQL Server (though there were no updates for Microsoft Exchange Server). Despite the absence of zero-days, the May Patch Tuesday update still requires Patch Now recommendations for Windows and Office.

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If you think about it, it’s in the national interest for Apple to work with Intel to develop at least some capacity for silicon production outside of Taiwan. It’s also in Apple’s interest, as its continued growth means it needs more and more chips to put inside an ever-expanding product catalog.

If you think about it, it’s in the national interest for Apple to work with Intel to develop at least some capacity for silicon production outside of Taiwan. It’s also in Apple’s interest, as its continued growth means it needs more and more chips to put inside an ever-expanding product catalog.

For over a decade, the ChromeOS desktop has been little more than a glorified wallpaper viewer. While there is definitely an appeal to that distraction-free, minimalist approach, users migrating from Windows or macOS have consistently asked for a traditional space to organize their workflows.

I cannot count the number of times I have searched the Play Store for an app with a specific widget functionality, downloaded a few different apps, and come up completely empty-handed.

If you’re looking for scanning software for Linux, this guide will help you find the right option. Whether you need everyday document scanning, OCR text recognition, PDF management, or book and photo digitization, the Linux platform already offers a mature and diverse scanning ecosystem.

Something fundamental has changed in how games get made. The production cycles that used to take years are getting shorter. The worlds that used to require massive teams to populate are being built faster and with more variety than before.

Most businesses already generate more data than their teams can realistically process. The problem is rarely access to information — it is the inability to turn that information into fast, reliable decisions. A lot of companies already have the data they need. Most companies already have the information they need.

As cloud-based computing continues to grow, devices powered by ChromeOS and browsers like Google Chrome are becoming essential tools for both work and everyday life. Lightweight, fast, and secure by design, these platforms prioritize efficiency and simplicity. However, one challenge remains universal across all devices: dealing with unknown contacts.

A Shift in How Chromebooks Are Used Chromebooks were originally designed for productivity and everyday browsing, but their role has expanded in recent years. With the growth of cloud gaming and browser-based applications, these devices are now capable of supporting a wide range of gaming experiences.

Chromebooks save screenshots as PNG files by default, which preserves image quality but often creates larger files that are harder to upload, email, or use on websites that prefer JPG. While ChromeOS doesn’t include a built-in PNG-to-JPG converter, there are several fast and simple ways to change the format.

The global docking station market reached $4.1 billion in 2026, with growing demand for USB-C and Thunderbolt 4 accessories driven by hybrid work and multi-display setups. Chromebook adoption continues to expand in education and enterprise, increasing the need for external monitor support, portable displays, and docking solutions.

So many questions, so few answers.

So many questions, so few answers.

Scrcpy 4.0 introduces resizable flex displays and an SDL3 migration for a more seamless Android-on-PC experience.

Scrcpy 4.0 introduces resizable flex displays and an SDL3 migration for a more seamless Android-on-PC experience.

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Voice dictation is incredibly convenient, but the reality is that the way we speak rarely matches how we actually want to write. Between the stuttering, self-corrections, and filler words like “ums,” “ahs,” and “likes,” most voice-to-text messages require a lot of manual cleanup before you can hit send.

The dust is just beginning to settle from The Android Show and the massive Googlebook announcement, and Google is beginning the work of building hype for the fall hardware launch.

When it comes to the success of any new computing platform, hardware is only half the battle. Arguably, the more important half is the app ecosystem. For years, the ChromeOS experience has been a tough sell for some.

If you catch Oliver Dunk executing exaggerated physical drills or shouting technical terms at inanimate objects, just know it’s all for a good cause. We are gearing up for #GoogleIO to drop some big announcements, including exciting Chrome Web Store and Chrome Extensions updates. Register today → https://goo.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 150 (150.0.7838.2) 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.

Welcome to the first Cloud CISO Perspectives for May 2026. Today, Vinod D’Souza, director, Office of the CISO, shares highlights from his RSA Conference fireside chat with Anthony Belfiore, chief strategy officer, Wiz.As with all Cloud CISO Perspectives, the contents of this newsletter are posted to the Google Cloud blog.

The Dev channel has been updated to 150.0.7838.0 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.