• “Welcome Recap” in ChromeOS 129 is a productivity game-changer

    Yesterday, I hopped over to the Developer Channel of ChromeOS 129 and it didn’t take long for me to find a pretty big change in the overview mode that Google is prepping.


  • CMF’s Buds Pro 2 and Watch Pro 2 are fine, but they’re not for me

    When CMF announced their new hardware – including a new phone, new smartwatch, and new earbuds – I was pretty excited to finally give the brand a try. At the prices they come in at, CMF’s hardware looks great and comes packed with tons of features for the money.


  • A Measure of Motive: How Attackers Weaponize Digital Analytics Tools

    Adrian McCabe, Ryan Tomcik, Stephen Clement Introduction Digital analytics tools are vital components of the vast domain that is modern cyberspace.


  • Chrome Dev for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 130 (130.0.6683.0) 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.


  • Gemini gets smarter with file uploads for more context and analysis

    Gemini – Google AI’s language model – just got even smarter. Thanks to a recent update, you can now directly upload files to Gemini chats to help add context, clarification, and deeper analysis to your work.


  • Chrome for Android Update

    Hi, everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 128 (128.0.6613.99) 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.


  • Dev Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    The Dev channel is being updated to OS version: 16002.10.0, Browser version: 129.0.6668.18 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? Find out how.


  • ChromeOS 129 introduces a massive overview mode overhaul

    In a bit of an exploratory mood this morning, I ventured over to the experimental and unstable world of the Developer Channel on my Chromebook.


  • Stable Channel Update for Desktop

     The Stable channel has been updated to 128.0.6613.113/.114 for Windows, Mac and 128.0.6613.113 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 128.0.6613.


  • Chrome Beta for iOS Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 129 (129.0.6668.21) 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.Krishna GovindGoogle Chrome


  • A new Google Gemini update brings custom Gems and better image generation

    Google’s Gemini is rolling out exciting new features that were first previewed at Google I/O. These updates include the introduction of custom Gems for Gemini Advanced, Business, and Enterprise users, and the integration of the advanced Imagen 3 image generation model across all Gemini versions.


  • Google Meet “Take notes for me” is now rolling out

    Staying engaged in meetings while trying to take comprehensive notes can be a challenge.


  • Chrome Beta for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 129 (129.0.6668.20) 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.


  • The Google TV Streamer has a different chip under the hood than we thought

    The new Google TV Streamer is here and it has some much-improved specs compared to the current Chromecast with Google TV. Boasting a much-improved 32GB of storage, a whopping 4GB of RAM, and 22% faster CPU performance, it tackles most of Chromecast’s biggest pain points and should deliver smooth performance.


  • I Spy With My Little Eye: Uncovering an Iranian Counterintelligence Operation

    Written by: Ofir Rozmann, Asli Koksal, Sarah Bock Today Mandiant is releasing details of a suspected Iran-nexus counterintelligence operation aimed at collecting data on Iranians and domestic threats who may be collaborating with intelligence and security agencies abroad, particularly in Israel.


  • Beta Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    Hello All,The Beta channel has been updated to 128.0.6613.97 (Platform version: 15964.37.0) for most ChromeOS devices.If you find new issues, please let us know one of the following ways:File a bugVisit our Chrome OS communitiesGeneral: Chromebook Help CommunityBeta Specific: ChromeOS Beta Help CommunityReport an issue or send feedback on ChromeInterested in switching channels? Find out how.Google ChromeOS.


  • Long Term Support Channel Update for ChromeOS

    LTS-120 is being updated in the LTS (Long Term Support) channel, version 120.0.6099.320 (Platform Version: 15662.117.0), for most ChromeOS devices. Release notes for LTS-120 can be found here Want to know more about Long-term Support? Click hereGiuliana PritchardGoogle Chrome OS 


  • Distinguishing the anchor from the positioned element

    Una and Adam explain the differences between the anchor element and the positioned element, to orient you to visualizing the rest of the episode.. Watch more The CSS Podcast → https://goo.gle/CSSpodcast Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs #CSSPodcast #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Speaker: Una Kravets, Adam Argyle


  • Pixel Tablet one year later review: What it’s like actually using it

    The Pixel Tablet has been out for a little over a year now and I’ve been using it more and more lately.


  • My time with the Pixel 9 Pro XL has me very excited for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold

    I’ve already talked at length about my early feelings for the Pixel 9 Pro XL. Between the build quality, the screen, the cameras, the battery life, the performance, and the video quality, I’m once again a big fan of Pixel.


  • Chrome Stable for iOS Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Stable 128 (128.0.6613.98) 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.


  • Android 15 is officially headed to Pixel phones in October

    The latest update from the Android Beta Program has dropped a pretty major hint about the official release date for Android 15.


  • Pixel 9 Pro Fold gets into customer’s hands a full week before launch

    While the reception of the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL has been quite good (immensely good from my perspective), there’s still some serious anticipation building for the full release of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold on September 4th: only a little over a week away.


  • Line-breaks for the ruby element

    Chrome 128 is rolling out! Now, ruby annotation is line-breakable, and you can style ruby text with ruby-align CSS property. Learn how this enhances text presentation, especially for East Asian languages. Watch more New in Chrome → https://goo.gle/NewInChrome Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Speaker: Adriana Jara


  • The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 with 8GB RAM is just $299.99

    With all the swirling going on around the new, updated Lenovo Chromebook Duet on the way, you’d be forgiven for passing by this deal without the proper context. After all, the new version should be an improvement on the current generation, right?


  • Fortinet expands unified SASE solution with sovereign options and AI integration

    Cybersecurity firm Fortinet Inc. today announced updates to its secure access service edge solution, introducing new sovereign SASE options and the integration of generative artificial intelligence capabilities to provide improved flexibility in managing hybrid networks.


  • Google Meet PIP on tab switch going live on the desktop

    Google Meet continues to enhance our meeting experiences with thoughtful updates, and this latest one is a pretty big deal for multitaskers. Ever found yourself scrambling to find your video screen after switching tabs during a meeting? Well, say goodbye to that frustration!


  • Chromecast with Google TV is still set to get Android 14

    While Google’s recent Made by Google event was mainly a showcase for the excellent new Pixel devices Google’s primary AI model, Gemini, there was actually some interesting news for owners of the now-discontinued Chromecast with Google TV.


  • Announcing Terraform Google Provider 6.0.0: More Flexibility, Better Control

    The Terraform Google Provider v6.0.0 is now GA. Since the last major Terraform provider release in September 2023, we have been listening closely to the community’s feedback. Discussed below are the primary enhancements and bug fixes that this major release focuses on.


  • Pixel 9 phones can handle touch input with water on the screen

    The Google Pixel 9 series made its big debut less than two weeks ago, and there are still small surprises to be found in these new handsets from Google.


  • In this episode, Thomas Steiner chats with Francis McCabe from Google, who’s the champion of the JavaScript Promise Integration and the Stack Switching proposals.


  • Pixel Watch 3 band compatibility: What you need to know

    The Pixel Watch 3 is official and it brings several new upgrades to the table that might tempt many Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 owners to upgrade.


  • Google Keep’s AI list creation rolling out to more users

    Google Keep, the popular note-taking app, is finally rolling out the new “Help me create a list” feature for all Android users. Powered by Google’s advanced Gemini AI model, this feature was previously limited to Workspace Labs testers but is now widely accessible and actually starting to arrive for users.


  • Chrome Dev for Desktop Update

    The Dev channel has been updated to 130.0.6669.2 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.


  • Choosing between self-hosted GKE and managed Vertex AI to host AI models

    In today’s technology landscape, building or modernizing applications demands a clear understanding of your business goals and use cases. This insight is crucial for leveraging emerging tools effectively, especially generative AI foundation models such as large language models (LLMs).


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