• ChromeOS 131 is already a full week late

    ChromeOS 131 is already a full week late

    It’s that time of year where things slip by a bit unnoticed in the hustle and bustle of the holidays. This is exactly what has happened for me with the latest ChromeOS 131 release.


  • Extended Stable Updates for Desktop

     The Extended Stable channel has been updated to 130.0.6723.160 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 Stable channel has been updated to 131.0.6778.139/.140 for Windows, Mac and 131.0.6778.139 for Linux which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. A full list of changes in this build is available in the Log.


  • Improve your security posture with expanded Custom Org Policy

    When it comes to securing cloud resources, one of the most important tools for administrators is the ability to set guardrails for resource configurations that can be applied consistently across the environment, centrally managed, and safely rolled out.


  • ChromeOS Beta M132 Update

     The Beta channel is being updated to OS version: 16093.31.0, Browser version: 132.0.6834.39 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.


  • Transforming storage solutions: How Commvault and AWS are powering cloud-first cyber resilience

    Thanks to data explosion, enhanced performance requirements and materialization of hybrid environments, the need for game-changing storage solutions is evident in the enterprise world more than ever. To address this pressing issue, Commvault Systems Inc.


  • Chrome Stable for iOS Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Stable 131 (131.0.6778.134) 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.


  • Chrome Extensions Program Manager answers your questions

    Hear from David Li, Product Manager on the Chrome Extensions team, answers your top questions about the Chrome Web Store. Chapters: 0:00 – Introduction 1:19 – Search ranking in Chrome Web Store Best practices → https://goo.


  • New benchmarks show the true power of MediaTek’s upcoming MT8196 SoC

    Since June, we’ve been keeping tabs on a new development board that houses what will be the most powerful MediaTek ARM SoC ever in a Chromebook: the MT8196. There’s no marketing name for this one yet (i.e.


  • Looking back on a year of deeper connectivity across Earth Engine and Cloud

    2024 has been a landmark year for Google Earth Engine, marked by significant advancements in platform management, cloud integration, and core functionality. With increased interoperability between Google Cloud tools and services, and Earth Engine, we’ve unlocked powerful new workflows and use cases for our users.


  • Our favorite Chrome extensions of 2024

    Our favorite Chrome extensions of 2024

    Here are some of our favorite Chrome extensions from this year to help you get work done and have fun.


  • Unleash a new era of PostgreSQL: AlloyDB redefines what’s possible

    It’s been more than two and a half years since we introduced AlloyDB for PostgreSQL, our 100% PostgreSQL-compatible database that offers superior performance, availability, and scale. AlloyDB reimagines PostgreSQL with Google’s cutting-edge technology.


  • Our favorite Chrome extensions of 2024

    Our favorite Chrome extensions of 2024

    Here are some of our favorite Chrome extensions from this year to help you get work done and have fun.


  • How Vertex AI’s vector search helps unlock high-performance gen AI apps

    Think about your favorite apps – the ones that deliver instant results from massive amounts of data. They’re likely powered by vector search, the same technology that fuels generative AI.


  • Our favorite Chrome extensions of 2024

    Our favorite Chrome extensions of 2024

    Here are some of our favorite Chrome extensions from this year to help you get work done and have fun.


  • Cloud CISO Perspectives: Our 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast report

    Welcome to the first Cloud CISO Perspectives for December 2024. Today, Nick Godfrey, senior director, Office of the CISO, shares our Forecast report for the coming year, with additional insights from our Office of the CISO colleagues.


  • MediaTek quietly confirmed they’ll soon power a Chromebook Plus model

    Recently, we had the opportunity to sit down with MediaTek’s Senior Director Victor Tyan to discuss all things ARM and Chromebooks.


  • CrUX supports navigation types

    CrUX supports navigation types, providing aggregated statistics about the navigation types of page loads for the dimension queried Learn more at, goo.gle/crux-navigation-types Check out the CrUX overview → goo.gle/chrome-ux-report Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Products Mentioned: CSS


  • At OCLC, technology with a purpose drives workplace diversity

    At OCLC, technology with a purpose drives workplace diversity

    OCLC may be a midsize software provider catering to a niche industry, but it’s beating a lot of industry giants when it comes to workforce diversity.


  • At OCLC, technology with a purpose drives workplace diversity

    At OCLC, technology with a purpose drives workplace diversity

    OCLC may be a midsize software provider catering to a niche industry, but it’s beating a lot of industry giants when it comes to workforce diversity.


  • IT at Tokio Marine means continuous learning — and many hats

    IT at Tokio Marine means continuous learning — and many hats

    The insurance industry is known for being slow and steady, but at Tokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS), a dogged emphasis on growth, diversity of thought, and continuous learning has helped accelerate an IT culture predicated on innovation and career mobility.


  • Best Places to Work in IT 2025

    Best Places to Work in IT 2025

    What makes a company a great place to work for IT professionals? Top salaries and benefits certainly help, but those are just table stakes. Tech workers are looking for challenging projects, growth opportunities, and continuous learning in a supportive workplace.


  • Total Quality Logistics: Building a ‘talent destination’ through employee engagement

    Don’t talk about industry slowdowns to Total Quality Logistics (TQL), which has made its largest-ever technology investments over the past three years to bring greater agility and resilience to the business.


  • Total Quality Logistics: Building a ‘talent destination’ through employee engagement

    Don’t talk about industry slowdowns to Total Quality Logistics (TQL), which has made its largest-ever technology investments over the past three years to bring greater agility and resilience to the business.


  • IT at Tokio Marine means continuous learning — and many hats

    IT at Tokio Marine means continuous learning — and many hats

    The insurance industry is known for being slow and steady, but at Tokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS), a dogged emphasis on growth, diversity of thought, and continuous learning has helped accelerate an IT culture predicated on innovation and career mobility.


  • Best Places to Work in IT 2025

    Best Places to Work in IT 2025

    What makes a company a great place to work for IT professionals? Top salaries and benefits certainly help, but those are just table stakes. Tech workers are looking for challenging projects, growth opportunities, and continuous learning in a supportive workplace.


  • Cloudflare Radar Year in Review 2024: big source of traffic is AI crawlers

    The internet is increasingly where we live today. In fact, global internet traffic grew 17.2% this year alone, according to Cloudflare. The network provider has released its fifth annual internet radar report, offering insights into connectivity, security, outage frequencies, device usage, and a multitude of other trends.


  • Never debug alone 😴 → 😎 #DevToolsAI

    When your teammate’s asleep but the code’s gotta be fixed! 😂 Check out how AI Assistance can help you debug CSS and style your UI! Learn more → https://goo.gle/devtools-ai-shorts Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs #AI #Gemini #CSS #ChromeDevTools #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Products Mentioned: Chrome DevTools, Gemini


  • Reimagining data: How AWS S3 Tables redefine analytics and scalability

    Data storage is shifting from static to dynamic with Amazon Web Services Inc.’s introduction of AWS S3 Tables. This move reflects broader industry trends toward open-table formats prioritizing flexibility and interoperability.


  • Google TV Advisors: like Pixel Superfans, but for streaming devices

    Google TV has clearly become a powerhouse in the streaming world. With a staggering 270 million monthly active devices utilizing Google TV (or its underpinning Android TV), it’s clear that Google has a successful streaming platform on its hands.


  • How To Do Emojis On Chromebook?

    How To Do Emojis On Chromebook?

    Do you want to insert emojis like hearts, smiley faces, or flames on your Chromebook? You can easily access the emoji keyboard in three simple ways. First, you can use a right-click. Just tap the trackpad with two fingers and choose “Emoji” from the menu.


  • Once again, Google extends the ability to convert your Stadia controller another year

    Many of us fondly remember Google’s Stadia platform; a cloud gaming service that Google unceremoniously shut down, leaving many with a perfectly good controller that was basically useless.


  • Find scrollable elements quickly with DevTools

    No more searching for scrollable elements. Now with the scroll badge in DevTools, you’ll find them instantly! To learn more, visit goo.gle/scroll-badge Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Products Mentioned: CSS


  • You can now try X’s Grok AI chatbot for free, but there are limits

    Elon Musk’s xAI has made its quirky chatbot, Grok, more accessible than ever. Grok, known for its humor and willingness to tackle “spicy” questions, was initially exclusive to X Premium subscribers but now X has opened it up to all users with a free tier, with some limitations.


  • Here’s what Google’s Pixel Tablet Pen was going to be

    The Pixel Tablet launched with a curious omission: while it supported USI 2.0 stylus input, there was no first-party pen to accompany it. This sparked a wave of speculation that was eventually confirmed by leaks that Google was indeed working on a stylus for its tablet.


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