• 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).


  • Wow, the Pixel 9’s fingerprint scanner is so much better now

    As promised, I’m going to continue posting about the things that are really making me love the new Pixel 9 Pro XL. As a reminder, I came into this review period with what has become a multi-year, general disinterest in Google’s Pixel phones.


  • Nest Audio for just $50 is a steal with the Assistant upgrade on the way

    The Google Nest Audio might have been around since 2020, but let me tell you, it’s still the best sounding option in Google’s smart home speaker lineup that you can buy right now (RIP Max).


  • NFL Sunday Ticket adds tons of extra features for the new season

    The new NFL season is almost here, and YouTube and YouTube TV are ready to make the gameday festivities even better with NFL Sunday Ticket’s new features for the upcoming season! There are quite a few new additions to the watching experience, so let’s jump right in.


  • Beta Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    Hello All,The Beta channel has been updated to 128.0.6613.75 (Platform version: 15964.32.0) 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.


  • Chrome dumped support for Ubuntu 18.04 but it’ll be back

    Complaints about lack of notice plus an inquiry from El Reg prompt U-turn by web giant Google Chrome 128, released on Wednesday, does not function without intervention on Ubuntu Linux 18.04 LTS “Bionic Beaver,” and Google initially had no plans to fix it.…


  • 087: Anchor positioning

    In this episode Una and Adam explain anchor positioning and all its amazing features. Resources: Introducing the CSS anchor positioning API → https://goo.gle/3SWrvM5 CSS anchor positioning → https://goo.gle/4dwgmd9 Tab’s talk from CSS Day → https://goo.gle/4ds8g5B Una’s Anchor Tool → https://goo.gle/3yDYDSd Una Kravets (co-host) Twitter → https://goo.gle/452aBRb YouTube → https://goo.


  • Chrome Beta for Desktop Update

    The Chrome team is excited to announce the promotion of Chrome 129 to the Beta channel for Windows, Mac and Linux. Chrome 129.0.6668.


  • Announcing the Jamba 1.5 Model Family from AI21 Labs on Vertex AI

    Today, we’re announcing the launch of the Jamba 1.5 Model Family  — AI21 Labs’ new family of open models — in public preview on Vertex AI Model Garden. The model family includes two models designed for scaled enterprise applications: Jamba 1.


  • Chrome Beta for iOS Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 129 (129.0.6668.11) 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


  • Google’s new $280 4th-Gen Nest Learning Thermostat is now available

    It’s been nearly a decade since Google last graced us with an update to its flagship smart thermostat, but the wait is finally over! The fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat is now available for order!


  • Exclusive: New Lenovo Chromebook Duet specs and images leak

    Here in the Chromebook world, we don’t usually get a lot of splash over from leak culture.


  • Chrome Dev for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 130 (130.0.6669.0) 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.


  • Pixel 9’s new Dual Exposure video is a simple game-changer

    So, yesterday was the day that all the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL videos hit the web; and I was a tad nervous.


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