• Two of my favorite ultra-affordable Chromebooks are on sale

    If any company out there has really figured out the affordable Chromebook equation, it’s Lenovo. Think about it for a second. They have the high-quality-yet-reasonable tablets in the Duet family of devices. They have the Flex 5 line that has always been priced below similarly-spec’d devices.


  • Top 10 Windows productivity tips

    Top 10 Windows productivity tips

    Each week, I ask Windows Intelligence readers to share their favorite Windows PC tips with me. There are some I see submitted over and over — the top productivity tips many of my most enthusiastic readers think everyone should know.


  • This leaked change to the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 may win me over

    I’ve covered this over the past year or so, but I’ve largely transitioned over to Samsung devices for my non-Chromebook needs.


  • The Chrome Cast 269: The intrigue of ChromeOS running on Android

    On this week’s episode of The Chrome Cast podcast, we give an update on the Chrome Unboxed studio and then dive deep into the “Ferrochrome” project which allows ChromeOS to run in a VM on Android.


  • Chrome for Android Update

      Hi, everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 126 (126.0.6478.110) 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.


  • Animating dialogs and popovers to and from top-layer

    Check out the latest episode about animating dialogs and popovers into and out of the top layer. Discover starting-style, a new mode for transitioning discrete properties, and the overlay property for smooth entry and exit animations. Watch more The CSS Podcast → https://goo.gle/CSSpodcast Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.


  • Dev Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    The Dev channel is being updated to OS version 127.0.6533.11 (Platform version 15917.8.0) for most ChromeOS devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes and security updates.


  • Stable Channel Update for Desktop

    The Stable channel has been updated to 126.0.6478.114/115 for Windows, Mac and 126.0.6478.114 for Linux which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. A full list of changes in this build is available in the Log.


  • ChromeOS running on Android phones is still in the cards, it seems

    Just over a month ago, a strange report hit the internet of Google testing out the ability to run ChromeOS in a container on Android. It was an odd proposition, but one that makes some serious sense when you stop and think of it.


  • View Transitions API

    Chrome 126 is rolling out! Learn about the View Transitions API and how it creates seamless visual transitions between different views. Watch to learn more! Watch more New in Chrome → https://goo.gle/NewInChrome Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs #NewInChrome #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Speaker: Adriana Jara Products Mentioned: Chrome


  • Stable Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    The Stable channel is being updated to OS version: 15853.67.0 Browser version: 125.0.6422.197 for most ChromeOS devices.If you find new issues, please let us know one of the following waysFile 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.


  • Renders of the larger 45mm Pixel Watch 3 make me so happy

    A few weeks back, we got the first leaked renders of the Pixel Watch 3. While these images and a short video confirmed the slightly thicker body of Google’s upcoming watch, there was not a lot to talk about from a new design perspective.


  • How Amdocs is revolutionizing telecom customer experience with AI

    In our connected world, consumers and businesses are relying on the communications industry more than ever. It’s not just digital businesses and digital transformation — the swell of AI products and services are all transmitted over the networks of communications services providers, too.


  • CSPs reach further and monetize smarter with network API digital marketplace syndication

    The Telecommunications industry is undergoing a major transformation, driven by the rise of digitization and the need for more agile and efficient ways to deliver services. One of the key trends in this transformation is the emergence of network APIs to incubate innovation and drive new revenues through ecosystems.


  • Inside Ericsson’s Cognitive Software, the AI solution for automated network optimization

    When it comes to cellular infrastructure and architecture, each radio access network (RAN) presents unique challenges for network planning and optimization. To overcome these challenges, Ericsson utilizes an innovative approach based on AI, called Cognitive Software, which is designed to optimize network performance automatically.


  • Why I’m considering a dual-screen USB Type-C portable monitor

    At Computex 2024 last month, ASUS debuted a bunch of new monitors for creatives and gamers, but the one that caught my eye was a bit different.


  • How to use iCloud with Windows

    How to use iCloud with Windows

    If you have an Apple ID, you can use iCloud with Windows, which means you can access your email, videos, photos, calendars, bookmarks, files and other iCloud data from your PC – useful when you’re at your desk or traveling without an Apple device, or if you are inside Boot Camp on your Mac. How…


  • Pixel 8 screen issues? Google’s got you covered with extended repairs

    Google has heard Pixel 8 owner’s gripes about those pesky vertical lines and flickering displays.


  • Chrome on Android can read webpages out loud from within the app

    Illustration: The Verge Google is rolling out a new option called “Listen to this page” that can read a webpage out loud to you from within the Android Chrome browser.


  • The new ChromeOS GIF recorder is simple and awesome

    You’d be forgiven for not tracking all the new features that rolled out in the latest ChromeOS 125 update.


  • A Chrome User Tries the Arc Browser

    A Chrome User Tries the Arc Browser

    Arc is a new playful and feature-rich browser from The Browser Company. They recently launched a version and I am here to give it a try. First, let me tell you about my relationship with Chrome. I was a Firefox user when Google released Chrome.


  • Chrome Dev for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 128 (128.0.6537.2) 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.


  • The Chrome Cast 268: ChromeOS is moving to the Android kernel

    This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we dive into a big announcement from Google regarding the backend framework of ChromeOS and all of the new software features for Chromebook Plus that were announced at the Chromebook Showcase a few weeks ago in NYC.


  • Time to say goodbye to the 1st-gen Acer Chromebook 516 GE

    Just about a month ago, we saw the first Chromebook Plus model get listed as clearance over at Best Buy.


  • An unreal deal gets even better on the ASUS Chromebook CM14

    Deals tend to follow a semi-reliable pattern in the world of Chromebooks. At one-week intervals most times, Chromebook deals usually begin on Monday, stay through Sunday, and reset on Monday the next week.


  • Unlocking API performance insights with Apigee custom reports

    Monitoring API performance is crucial for user experience, business protection, and proactive issue resolution. To understand API performance, you need to understand key metrics like response time, throughput, error rate, latency, and availability.


  • Chrome Dev for Desktop Update

    The Dev channel has been updated to 128.0.6535.2 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.


  • Apple and OpenAI make a deal

    Apple and OpenAI make a deal

    Image: Alex Parkin / The Verge So, Apple reportedly isn’t paying OpenAI to handle its users’ ChatGPT queries, and OpenAI isn’t paying Apple for its massive distribution. (A billion pockets, y’all!


  • 080: Animating to and from top-layer

    In this episode Una and Adam continue talking about dialogs and popovers, but this time it’s all about animating them into and out of the top layer.. We’ll be introducing starting-style, a new mode for transitioning discrete properties, and the overlay property for smooth entry and exit animations.


  • Chrome for Android Update

      Hello, Everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 126 (126.0.6478.71) 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.


  • The Pixel 8 and 8A now have access to on-board AI thanks to the June Pixel update

    Google’s latest feature drop is a pretty substantial update for folks who want AI smarts on budget-friendly devices.


  • Stable Channel Update for Desktop

    The Stable channel has been updated to 126.0.6478.61/.62 for Windows, Mac and 126.0.6478.61 for Linux 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.


  • Databricks’ strategic shifts in data engineering and interoperability: theCUBE keynote analysis from Data + AI Summit

    The latest advancements and strategic shifts in data engineering and data interoperability are setting the stage for a transformative era in tech. Industry leaders, such as Databricks Inc.


  • The ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus is available and priced right

    The journey of the ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus has been a bit of an odd one for a device with this sort of pedigree.


  • 5 ways to improve your corporate Chromebook experience

    With hundreds of customizable policies available in the Google Admin Console, IT administrators have the power to tailor the Chromebook experience to perfectly fit their organization’s needs.


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