Google Cloud and SAP believe the cloud should offer more than highly secure, high-performing, and reliable infrastructure. It should also provide a comprehensive, open, and multi-cloud platform that enables your business to get the most out of its data with analytics and generative AI.

In the event that you didn’t know, I’m a massive fan of the Acer 516 GE series. I call it a series now because we now have a 2nd edition in the Chromebook Plus model that just released last month.

LTS-120 is being updated in the LTS (Long Term Support) channel, version 120.0.6099.313 (Platform Version: 15662.110.0), for most ChromeOS devices. Release notes for LTS-120 can be found here Want to know more about Long-term Support?

This is silliness. Seriously, for a new Chromebook that just came out a few weeks ago to hit this sort of price point makes almost no sense whatsoever.

Signify (formerly known as Philips Lighting) is a global leader in lighting and smart home solutions, with over 35,000 employees and operations in over 180 countries.

Database professionals managing SQL Server need to design their systems to be resilient against data loss in disaster scenarios. This often involves using a mix of full, differential and transaction log backups.

Did you know Google has its own team collaboration app á la Slack or Microsoft Teams? It’s called Google Spaces, and it’s understandable if you’re not aware of it — Spaces looks a lot like Google Chat, and that’s because it’s technically an extension of it.

Google’s Pixel Tablet is a solid Andriod tablet, but its smart home capabilities have been somewhat lacking since its debut. That’s finally changing with a new update that brings a much-needed feature to the tablet.

Finally! When ASUS formally announced the ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus all the way back in December of 2023, I figured we’d see it arrive early in the spring this year.

As the demand for stronger data management systems grows, companies are innovating to ensure that data storage efficiency not only keeps pace with business needs but also enhances operational efficiency.

In this webinar we cover the latest news for Chrome Enterprise that was released at Google I/O 2024 including ChromeOS updates, enterprise developer updates, what’s new in the web, and AI tools for Chrome. Resources: Get your “Add to Chromebook” badge here → https://goo.

The Dev channel has been updated to 127.0.6510.4 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.

A few days ago, Google dropped a bunch of new AI-powered features for Chromebook Plus that help users be more productive and creative. But these new features aren’t just for consumers, Google is also thinking about how these AI features can help businesses and teams, too.

In April, we made Anthropic’s most intelligent model, Claude 3 Opus, available in public preview on Vertex AI Model Garden for customers to start experimenting with. Now, we’re announcing that Claude 3 Opus is generally available on Vertex AI.

Ahead of Computex 2024 in Taipei, we’re seeing some interesting Chromebook news. Earlier today, MediaTek announced their latest AI-powered Chromebook SoC in the Kompanio 838, and now we have Acer with a couple new Chromebook Plus models both for Enterprise and consumers alike.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 126 (126.0.6478.27) 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

We’ve been talking about the unnamed, upcoming SoC from MediaTek – the MT8188 – for a very long time.

If you’ve ever used Google’s Discover from your home screen, ever browsed the news in Google News, or clicked on any link in any app that uses a Chrome Custom Tab, you likely know what a breath of fresh air this feature is for apps that need to surface web-related material without booting you completely…

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 127 (127.0.6510.5) 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.

Starting Monday, users will gradually be warned the end is near On Monday, June 3, 2024, some people using Beta, Dev, and Canary builds of Google’s Chrome browser will be presented with a warning banner when they access their extension management page – located at chrome://extensions.…

Multitasking is magnificent. But in the domain of your weary ol’ web browser, it’s all too easy to get overwhelmed and overloaded when you start juggling too many tabs.

An extra-robust, novice-friendly distro, with local apps, that’s not ChromeOS EndlessOS 6 is a toughened and much-simplified immutable Debian 12 with a friendly GNOME-based desktop, aimed at kids, education, and novice users.…

The Stable channel is being updated to 125.0.6422.140 (Platform version: 15853.53.0) for most ChromeOS devices and will be rolled out over the next few days.

  Hello, Everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 125 (125.0.6422.146/.147) 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.

As businesses strive to optimize their IT infrastructure, the interplay between on-premises solutions and multicloud environments becomes increasingly significant. The industry is seeing a shift towards more flexible and comprehensive solutions that cater to these evolving needs.

The Stable channel has been updated to 125.0.6422.141/.142 for Windows, Mac and 125.0.6422.141 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 124.0.6367.243 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.

Image: The Verge Google is making way for Manifest V3, the Chrome extension specification that could change the way ad blockers work. The company says it will begin phasing out the old system on the Chrome Beta, Dev, and Canary channels starting on June 3rd.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Stable 125 (125.0.6422.145) 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.

Compute Engine offers a variety of ways to reduce costs, from optimizing your infrastructure to taking advantage of discounts. In this two-part blog post, I’ll share some practical tips that can help you save money on Compute Engine.

The media supply chain is undergoing a major transformation in the digital age, and Google Cloud is leading the charge by partnering with key media companies and ISVs to build cloud-native solutions. This shift will enable broadcasters to streamline operations, reduce costs, and deliver more engaging content to global audiences.

Back in March, news began to circulate about a new ‘App Mall’ coming for Chromebooks that would help simplify and unify app discovery in ChromeOS.

 The Beta channel is being updated to OS version: 15886.16.0, Browser version: 126.0.6478.24 for most ChromeOS devices.

Since last week, I’ve been struggling with one specific part of Google’s new announcements around Chromebook Plus and ChromeOS: the free offering of Google One AI Premium (which includes Gemini Advanced) to users who purchase a new Chromebook Plus model.

When it’s time to replace your users’ aging PCs — or maybe to rationalize your PC fleet after a series of acquisitions — the decision on what PCs to buy doesn’t start with the machines themselves.