Hi, everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 135 (135.0.7049.100) 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.

Google has announced a significant upgrade to its AI video generation capabilities, integrating the powerful Veo 2 model into both Gemini Advanced and Whisk. This update allows users to transform text prompts and static images into high-resolution, eight-second videos, opening up all sorts of new, creative possibilities.

 The Stable channel has been updated to 135.0.7049.95/.96 for Windows, Mac and 135.0.7049.95 for Linux which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. A full list of changes in this build is available in the Log.

The Extended Stable channel has been updated to 134.0.6998.205 for Windows and Mac which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. A full list of changes in this build is available in the log. Interested in switching release channels? Find out how here.

After Google confirmed it was happening back in March, we now have tangible evidence within the Wear OS Assistant app itself that Gemini is poised to take over as the primary voice assistant on your wrist.

Japan’s Fair Trade Commission (JFTC)  has ordered Google to stop making deals that give preference to Google Search and Chrome on Android devices. Nikkei Asia says that it’s the first time the regulator has issued a cease and desist order to a major tech company.

Google is enhancing Android security with a simple, practical new feature delivered via a Google Play Services update. Soon, your Android phone or tablet will automatically restart itself if it remains locked and unused for three consecutive days.

Back in 2022, Google Docs introduced its handy code block feature, initially supporting programming languages like C, C++, Java, JavaScript, and Python.

It’s been about a month since we last saw a discounted price on the popular, awesome Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus. Prior to that, we’d only seen this device go on sale a couple of times here in 2025, and as of this week, it has returned once again.

Creating a backup of your Chrome bookmarks is crucial to safeguarding your saved websites and links. The process is simple: you can preserve or transfer them to another device or browser. This article will explain how to back up your Chrome bookmarks easily. Let’s dig in.

Chrome extensions bring useful tools like ad blockers, productivity aids, and privacy features to your desktop browser. While the Chrome app on Android doesn’t officially support extensions, there’s a simple way to use them on your mobile device.

Delivering an effective business presentation is a crucial skill for any professional. Your presentation not only represents you and your ideas, but it can also directly impact your career progression and your company’s success.

Have you tried to reset your Android phone but been blocked by a Google login screen? That’s when Factory Reset Protection (FRP) kicks in. FRP safeguards your device and data in case it’s stolen. The device’s original Google account credentials are needed to restore access. Sounds secure until you lock your phone.

Durable, flexible batteries could transform phone manufacturing — both standard and folding phones alike.

We’re at an inflection point right now, where every industry and entire societies are witnessing sweeping change, with AI as the driving force. This isn’t just about incremental improvements, it’s about total transformation.

If you’re a regular user of Google Messages, there’s a part of the UI that’s been wildly frustrating to use for a very long time: the restrictive 4-line limit in the text box that scrolls the rest of your message out of view.

I’ve said this a million times if I’ve said it once: I’m no phone reviewer. My day job keeps me in the middle of every bit of news on the Google ecosystem, ChromeOS, Chromebooks and Android – but I don’t swap out phones very often these days.

President Donald Trump announced Sunday he will reveal new tariff rates on imported semiconductors this week, the latest in a series of rapid policy shifts that have thrown the technology sector into confusion and forced businesses to reevaluate procurement strategies.

Using the official service or app for your email provider is best, as it ensures the most secure method for signing in. If you continue with a different app, try removing and re-adding your account to troubleshoot.

Mobile and tablet users often face this issue: after switching to the desktop version of Amazon, they cannot return to the mobile version. Navigating the desktop version on a phone or tablet becomes frustrating, as it proves cumbersome and complicated. Why Does This Happen?

Neon colors, clashing fonts, asymmetry, visual noise — what used to be dismissed as bad design is now a deliberate strategy. The rise of “ugly” branding marks a shift in how brands approach identity. In a world saturated with polished, templated visuals, standing out means breaking the rules.

The Beta channel is being updated to OS version 16209.44.0 (Browser version 135.0.7049.90) for most ChromeOS devices.

With the Google Pixel 9a officially hitting the scene with a $500 price tag, it was only a matter of time before Google’s own MVNO, Google Fi Wireless, rolled out some compelling launch promotions!

New details have emerged regarding the Android XR smart glasses Google has shown off recently.

Google Cloud Next 25 took place this week and we’re all still buzzing! It was a jam-packed week in Las Vegas complete with interactive experiences, including more than 10 keynotes and spotlights, 700 sessions, and 350+ sponsoring partners joining us for an incredible Expo show.

  The Stable channel is being updated to OS version 16181.61.0 (Browser version 134.0.6998.198) 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?

Google Messages continues its quest to make the RCS experience smoother and more intuitive for users.

Google Chrome appears to have been experimenting with a new productivity feature for the past month or so that would allow users to view two separate web pages within a single browser tab.

Disaggregated infrastructure is becoming the backbone of modern data centers as enterprises race to meet the escalating demands of generative AI. With AI driving a surge in compute and storage requirements, organizations are overhauling legacy systems in favor of flexible, scalable architectures that can support power-hungry workloads and rapid innovation.

To be honest, nowadays our phones serve purposes beyond calls and texting. We carry little game consoles in our pockets. Android is stocked with some of the best games ever produced, from puzzle games you can swipe through in seconds to action-packed battles that feel like full-fledged console games.

Fresh leaks of the upcoming Pixel Watch 4 suggest that Google is continuing their quest to enhance battery longevity. New renders shared by 91mobiles, courtesy of reliable leaker OnLeaks, show off a device that maintains the familiar circular aesthetic and design but introduces some notable physical changes.

Apple opens its web-based maps to Android, bringing some competition for Google Maps.

Chrome 135 includes a feature that lets web content display behind the gesture navigation bar.

Following voluntary exit offers extended back in January, reports from The Information (via 9to5 Google) surfaced Thursday evening (confirmed by Google) indicating that hundreds of employees within the company’s Platforms & Devices division have been laid off.

Following last month’s massive Pixel Drop update and the relatively minor April 2025 Pixel Drop focused on Gemini Live’s new Astra capabilities, Google is now pushing out the April Android 15 security patch.