• Chrome Dev for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 128 (128.0.6557.4) 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.


  • How to Open a Kindle MOBI File on a Chromebook

    Are you trying to read a Kindle MOBI file on your Chromebook? It’s easy to do. Follow these simple steps, and you’ll be reading your favorite books in no time. What is a MOBI File? A MOBI file is a type of ebook file used by Kindle.


  • How Cross-Cloud Network enables a multicloud Oracle-Google Cloud environment

    In June, Google Cloud entered into an exciting new partnership with Oracle to provide private, secure, flexible, reliable, and low-latency connections to joint customers, with no data-transfer charges.


  • Loyal Guru slashes query latency by 40-50% with AlloyDB for PostgreSQL

    Editor’s note: Loyal Guru, a loyalty and offer personalization platform, uses scalable and secure architecture from Google Cloud to help its retail customers deliver highly personalized experiences in real time. By leveraging Google Cloud databases like AlloyDB for PostgreSQL, the company overcame performance bottlenecks and reduced query latency by 40-50%.


  • The powerful, new MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook has a name: ‘Rauru’

    Last week, we uncovered work being done on yet another ARM-based MediaTek chip for Chromebooks in the still-mysterious MT8196.


  • Google’s AI video creator, Vids, is now available to try out

    Back in April, Google teased its exciting new AI-powered video creator, Vids. Now, those enrolled in Workspace Labs are getting a hands-on experience with this innovative tool.


  • Don’t miss $150 off on arguably the most well-rounded Chromebook Plus

    One of the Chromebook Plus models that is realistically the most well-rounded devices currently available in the Chromebook Plus world.


  • Dev Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    Hello All,The Dev channel has been updated to 128.0.6558.0 (Platform version: 15936.0.0) for most ChromeOS devices.If you find new issues, please let us know one of the following ways:File a bug Visit 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 


  • What is a Remote Hosted Code?

    Patrick from the Chrome Extensions team explains the concept of Remotely Hosted Code in Chrome Extensions. Learn why RHC is no longer allowed, how to detect it, and what to do if your extension needs to be updated. Watch more Chrome Extensions → https://goo.gle/Chrome-Ext Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.


  • Cloud CISO Perspectives: How Google is helping to improve rural healthcare cybersecurity

    Welcome to the second Cloud CISO Perspectives for June 2024. In this update, Taylor Lehmann, director, Office of the CISO, shares remarks he made to the National Security Council this month on the steps Google is taking to help rural healthcare networks become more secure and resilient against cyberattacks.


  • MediaTek has a new high-end ARM chip coming for Chromebooks

    Well, well, well: I did not expect to find this little nugget this morning. I was actually doing a little research on a device that I can’t believe didn’t have a longer, more-prosperous run in the Acer Chromebook Spin 513.


  • Google cuts ties with Entrust in Chrome over trust issues

    Move comes weeks after Mozilla blasted certificate authority for failings Google is severing its trust in Entrust after what it describes as a protracted period of failures around compliance and general improvements.…


  • Beta Channel Update for ChromeOS/ChromeOS Flex

    The Beta channel is being updated to OS version: 15917.18.0 , Browser version: 127.0.6533.26  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 Translate is bridging the language gap thanks to some amazing AI

    Google Translate has always been on a mission to break down language barriers, and they’re taking a big leap forward thanks to AI. Their latest update just introduced a whopping 110 new languages, making it the biggest expansion in Google Translate history.


  • 082: What’s new in color & color functions

    In this episode Una and Adam provide a color update, covering changes to the specs and new functions. Links RCS calc() tool → https://goo.gle/4cRRJHt Apple Annie CSS Color Modules and Changes, Part I → https://goo.gle/3xtTr2A Lea verou article on RCS for contrast → https://goo.gle/3L3x5YF Una Kravets (co-host) Twitter → https://goo.


  • Unboxing and hands-on with Logitech’s ultra-light Keys-to-Go 2 [VIDEO]

    When Logitech announced the new Keys-to-Go 2, I was actually a little underwhelmed. Specifically, I thought they were simply taking the (admittedly great) Casa Keys from the Casa Pop-Up Desk and slapping a cover on it.


  • Chrome Dev for Desktop Update

    The Dev channel has been updated to 128.0.6559.0 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.


  • Google rolls out cloud-based enterprise browser management tool

    Google has released a tool designed to allow enterprises the management the security of worker’s browser setups. Chrome Enterprise Core, released on Wednesday, allows organisations to configure and manage Chrome browsers across their organization.


  • What’s new in DevTools: Chrome 124-126

    Let’s dive into what’s new in DevTools for Chrome 124-126.


  • This is the Chromebook to get for under $100

    This is the Chromebook to get for under $100

    Every once and a while, we find a deal for under $100 that is actually worth considering. Many times, Chromebooks in this sort of price range make wild trade-offs to get you into double-digit price tags.


  • Chrome Dev for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 128 (128.0.6557.2) 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.


  • ChromeOS 126 arrives with more updates than expected

    The latest ChromeOS 126 update is here and though we fully expected this one to be simple bug fixes and security updates, there’s actually quite a few changes on offer in M126 that – as they always do – will enhance the overall Chromebook experience.


  • Google Cloud expands grounding capabilities on Vertex AI

    Introduced in April, Vertex AI Agent Builder gathers all the surfaces and tools developers need to build enterprise-ready generative AI experiences, apps, and agents.  Some of the most powerful tools are the components for retrieval augmented generation (RAG), and the unique ability to ground Gemini outputs with Google Search.


  • 30 out-of-sight Android app shortcuts worth surfacing

    30 out-of-sight Android app shortcuts worth surfacing

    I sure do love me a good time-saver. And sometimes, the best time-savers of all are the ones that are right under the surface of our favorite apps and services, just waiting to be seen — and/or remembered.


  • How to Move Tab Search to the Right Side in Chrome

    By default, the tabs search icon and the panel appears on the elft side of your Chrome window. In this article, I’ll show you how to move it to the right side. Google Chrome now offers a nifty tab search feature.


  • ChromeOS 126 rolling out: Multi-calendar support, Quick Start Android set-up, more

    After the big Chromebook update last month, ChromeOS 126 is rolling out as a moderate update over the coming weeks. 


  • New Chrome mobile shortcuts let you call a restaurant from your address bar

    Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Google has added new Chrome Actions to mobile that will let you call, read reviews for, or get directions to a restaurant or other business — all right from the address bar.


  • Long Term Support Channel Update for ChromeOS

    LTS-120 is being updated in the LTS (Long Term Support) channel, version 120.0.6099.315 (Platform Version: 15662.112), for most ChromeOS devices. Release notes for LTS-120 can be found here Want to know more about Long-term Support?


  • Chrome Beta for Desktop Update

    The Beta channel has been updated to 127.0.6533.26 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.


  • Broadcom’s enterprise vision for private AI: Privacy, partnerships and platform flexibility

    The artificial intelligence pie is expanding, and niche offerings are emerging to serve particular enterprise pain points. Broadcom Inc.


  • 5 new Chrome features to help you search on mobile

    We’re making it easier to search in Chrome on iOS and Android with shortcut suggestions, live sports cards and more.


  • Chrome 126 is making mobile search easier with 5 updates

    Chrome 126 is rolling out and with this update, Google is giving some love to the overall search experience on mobile devices.


  • The Chrome Cast 270: Pixel 9 event comes two months early

    This week on The Chrome Cast podcast we chat about hosting our very first members-only AMA and then dive deep into Google’s surprise hardware event that was just announced.


  • Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus (‘Xol’) to get OLED screen

    It’s been a bit since we last found a juicy nugget to share about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus.


  • Google festoons Chrome Enterprise browser with more controls

    Because if there’s one thing it really needed more of… Google on Wednesday rolled out additional enterprise browser management features to help IT admins to keep corporate browsing software fit for purpose.…


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