• Google’s Pixel 9a is already on sale for $100 off, and it’s a no-brainer

    The Google Pixel 9a was only launched a few months ago, but that isn’t stopping it from getting a significant discount for those in the market for a new phone without a flagship price tag.


  • Google’s powerful NotebookLM AI is now available for all students, with extra safeguards

    Google’s AI-powered research assistant, NotebookLM, has quickly become a favorite tool for anyone who needs to understand and synthesize large amounts of information. Today, in a significant and thoughtful expansion, Google is making NotebookLM available to younger users to help them learn, study, and understand their class materials.


  • Google’s new ‘Deep Think’ AI comes to the Gemini app and is insanely powerful

    It feels like we say this every few weeks, but the pace of AI development is just staggering. What was considered a state-of-the-art research project just a few months ago is quickly becoming a tool you can access on your phone.


  • Chrome Beta for iOS Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 140 (140.0.7339.3) 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.


  • Immutable, Air-Gapped, and Integrated: Data Protection for your Cloud SQL instances just got better

    In a world where data is your most valuable asset, protecting it isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s a necessity. That’s why we are thrilled to announce a significant leap forward in protecting the data in your Cloud SQL instances, with Enhanced Backups for Cloud SQL.


  • Make it 8: two more MediaTek MT8189 Chromebooks emerge to join the ‘Skywalker’ family

    With ARM-powered Chromebooks, we’ve become pretty accustomed to only a couple devices spawnign from any given baseboard; but ‘Skywalker’ (the baseboard for the mysterious MediaTek MT8189) has already bucked this trend with 6 total development boards spawning from it over the past few months. And they’re not done yet.


  • OpenAI challenges rivals with Apache-licensed GPT-OSS models

    OpenAI challenges rivals with Apache-licensed GPT-OSS models

    OpenAI has released its first open-weight language models since GPT-2, marking a significant strategic shift as the company seeks to expand enterprise adoption through more flexible deployment options and reduced operational costs.


  • How Chromebook Users Are Paying and Playing Smarter 

    How Chromebook Users Are Paying and Playing Smarter 

    Once known mainly as classroom or office tools, Chromebooks have evolved into capable devices for entertainment, gaming, and smarter digital spending. With cloud-first performance, full Android app integration, and strong built-in security, users are now enjoying a broader range of online experiences across platforms and genres.


  • Microsoft’s real AI challenge: Moving past the prototypes

    Microsoft’s real AI challenge: Moving past the prototypes

    Historically, Microsoft seems cursed: It’s often early to big technological shifts, and it’s great at prototyping them. But then, after a hype-filled launch where Microsoft celebrates its lead, the company seems to lose interest — while competitors pull ahead and release more polished products.


  • Wayfair Transforms Contact Center Operations with ChromeOS and ChromeOS Flex

    Editor’s note: Today’s post is by Asad Rahman, Director of IT for Wayfair, a leading e-commerce company specializing in furniture and home goods. Wayfair chose ChromeOS and ChromeOS Flex devices to support contact center staff, improve productivity, and streamline security tasks.”ChromeOS is a natural fit for how Wayfair operates today.


  • Chrome for Android Update

    Hi, everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 139 (139.0.7258.62) 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.


  • Chromebook sales surged in Q2 thanks to Japanese schools

    Tablets have also been growing for six straight quarters, says Canalys Chromebook demand surged in the second quarter of 2025, Canalys reported Tuesday, but that doesn’t necessarily mean permanent growth is on the horizon. …


  • Chromebook sales surged in Q2 thanks to Japanese schools

    Tablets have also been growing for six straight quarters, says Canalys Chromebook demand surged in the second quarter of 2025, Canalys reported Tuesday, but that doesn’t necessarily mean permanent growth is on the horizon. …


  • Extended Stable Updates for Desktop

    The Extended Stable channel has been updated to 138.0.7204.224 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.


  • Stable Channel Update for Desktop

    The Chrome team is delighted to announce the promotion of Chrome 139 to the stable channel for Windows, Mac and Linux. This will roll out over the coming days/weeks.Chrome 139.0.7258.66 (Linux)  139.0.7258.66/67 Windows and Mac contains a number of fixes and improvements — a list of changes is available in the log.


  • Chrome Stable for iOS Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Stable 139 (139.0.7258.76) for iOS; it’ll become available on App Store in the next few hours.This release includes stability and performance improvements. You can see a full list of the changes in the Git log.


  • Announcements for AI Hypercomputer: The latest infrastructure news for ML practitioners

    Curious about the latest in AI infrastructure from Google Cloud? Every three months we share a roundup of the latest AI Hypercomputer news, resources, events, learning opportunities, and more. Read on to learn new ways to simplify AI infrastructure deployment, improve performance, and optimize your costs.


  • Android Desktop is picking up a few more ChromeOS abilities

    The ongoing story of Google’s plan to combine ChromeOS and Android into a single (or at least a far more cohesive) platform is one of the biggest we’re tracking.


  • Google Chrome Extension Ecosystem In 2025

    Google Chrome Extension Ecosystem In 2025

    The Chrome Extension Ecosystem In 2025 It’s easy to underestimate how deeply integrated Chrome extensions are into daily workflows. For many users, Chrome functions as an operating system, and extensions are its applications, addressing everything from productivity and privacy to e-commerce, AI-powered enhancements, and developer tools.


  • AI crawlers vs. web defenses: Cloudflare-Perplexity fight reveals cracks in internet trust

    A public war of words has erupted between cloud infrastructure leader Cloudflare and AI search company Perplexity, with both sides making serious allegations about each other’s technical competence in a dispute that industry analysts say exposes fundamental flaws in how enterprises protect content from AI data collection.


  • Google Askew/Tilt Easter Egg

    Google Askew/Tilt Easter Egg

          About Store Gmail Images Apps Google Type “tilt” or “askew” and press search to see the magic!     Google Search I’m Feeling Lucky Tilt Right Tilt Left Reset Advertising Business About Privacy Terms Settings       What is the Google Askew Easter Egg?


  • Google Terminal

    Google Terminal

    Google Terminal Google Terminal Experience search like it’s 1985 Green Monitor Amber Monitor Virtual Keyboard Clear Screen Help ╔══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╗ ║ ____ _____ _____ ____ ___ _____ _____ ____ __ __ ║ ║ | _ | ____|_ _| _ / _ |_ _| ____| _ | / | ║ ║ | |_) | _| […]


  • Samsung’s new foldable display tech could make the Galaxy Z Fold 8 its sleekest yet

    Samsung Display has announced a new brand called MONTFLEX to represent its most advanced and durable folding screens ever.


  • Python-powered malware snags hundreds of credit cards, 200K passwords, and 4M cookies

    PXA Stealer pilfers data from nearly 40 browsers, including Chrome More than 4,000 victims across 62 countries have been infected by stealthy infostealers pilfering people’s passwords, credit card numbers, and browser cookies, which are then sold to other criminals on Telegram-based marketplaces.…


  • Python-powered malware snags hundreds of credit cards, 200K passwords, and 4M cookies

    PXA Stealer pilfers data from nearly 40 browsers, including Chrome More than 4,000 victims across 62 countries have been infected by stealthy infostealers pilfering people’s passwords, credit card numbers, and browser cookies, which are then sold to other criminals on Telegram-based marketplaces.…


  • Google throws shade at Apple’s AI delays in a new Pixel 10 ad

    With the August 20th Made by Google event right around the corner, the hype for the Pixel 10 is building.


  • Back to School Deal: Snag the powerful Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 for $439.99

    With back-to-school sales in full swing, we’re seeing some great discounts pop up, but this one on the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 definitely caught our eye. If you saw our unboxing of this compact Android powerhouse earlier this year, you know we were seriously impressed.


  • This one Pixel 10 feature just leaked, and it’s the main reason I want to upgrade

    As we get closer to the August 20th Made by Google event, the picture of the upcoming Pixel 10 series is becoming quite clear; and the prevailing story so far has been one of iteration.


  • How we’re making data centers more flexible to benefit power grids

    An update on how we’re developing flexible data center capabilities to support power grids and build a sustainable, affordable energy system.


  • How we’re making data centers more flexible to benefit power grids

    An update on how we’re developing flexible data center capabilities to support power grids and build a sustainable, affordable energy system.


  • The Unsent Project Is Real?

    The Unsent Project Is Real?

    Have you ever written a heartfelt message but never found the courage to send it? The unsent project transforms these unspoken words into a powerful collective experience. This digital platform has captured millions of unexpressed emotions, creating a unique space where anonymous vulnerability meets artistic expression.


  • The Top Threats Facing E-Commerce Companies in 2025 and How to Protect Against Them

    Innovative digital tools and software are revolutionizing our lives, and e-commerce companies are making the most of these to improve the customer experience and boost their bottom lines.


  • Enterprise buyer’s guide: How to select a learning experience platform

    In today’s fast-changing workplace, investing in employee development isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s a strategic necessity. But with hundreds of learning experience platforms (LXPs) on the market, each promising personalized journeys, AI-driven insights, and seamless integrations, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming.


  • How Cake, Vietnam’s leading digital bank, found the right mix of simplicity and security with ChromeOS and Chrome Enterprise

    Editor’s note: Today’s post is by Hiển Từ Thế (Jay), Chief Technology Officer for Cake Digital Bank, a prominent digital-only bank in Vietnam offering a comprehensive suite of financial services entirely through its mobile application.


  • How to Keep Your Chromebook Battery Running Strong

    How to Keep Your Chromebook Battery Running Strong

    Your Chromebook battery will drain out no matter what. That’s just how lithium-ion batteries operate. But you can decide at what rate it happens. Most people kill their batteries within 18 months through basic mistakes.


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