• Endless OS 6: How desktop Linux may look, one day

    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.


  • Chrome for Android Update

      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.


  • Multicloud environments and AI: Dell Technologies’ strategy for modern enterprises

    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.


  • Stable Channel Update for Desktop

    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.


  • Extended Stable Channel Update for Desktop

    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.


  • Google will roll out Chrome’s new extension spec next week

    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.


  • Chrome Stable for iOS Update

    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.


  • Five ways to save on Compute Engine costs

    Five ways to save on Compute Engine costs

    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.


  • Building the cloud-native broadcast media supply chain with Google Cloud

    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.


  • You can try the Chromebook ‘App Mall’ now in ChromeOS 125

    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.


  • Beta Channel Update for ChromeOS/ChromeOS Flex

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


  • Yes, you can get 12-months of Gemini Advanced with older Chromebook Plus models

    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.


  • Buyer’s guide: How to buy PCs for your enterprise

    Buyer’s guide: How to buy PCs for your enterprise

    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.


  • New ChromeOS 125 OOBE highlights AI features right out of the box

    ChromeOS 125 is here, and if you’re unboxing a shiny new Chromebook Plus or power-washing your device, you’ll notice a few pages during the onboarding setup dedicated to the new AI features available on Chromebook Plus!


  • The ‘Meet Chromebook’ landing page gets an overhaul and new intro video

    This week is most definitely a time of renewal for Chromebooks and ChromeOS. With the event last week in New York that saw Google unveil new Chromebook hardware along with an absolute load of new features, there’s a fun buzz around Chromebooks right now that we frankly don’t normally see.


  • Mini Web Machine Fusion: The Looper and The Pile Unite

    Mini Web Machine Fusion: The Looper and The Pile Unite

    Mini Web Machines combine in this debut episode! The Looper and The Pile are used together to create experiences that are bigger than the machines are on their own. Chapters: 0:00 – Introduction 1:31 – The Looper Pile 5:34 – The Double Looper Pile 8:30 – Outro Resources: The Looper Pile → https://goo.


  • ChromeOS 125 enables multiple calendars in Quick Settings

    I cannot even explain to you how happy I am right now! For months, I’ve been waiting on the new multi-calendar feature to arrive on ChromeOS.


  • Chrome Beta for Desktop Update

    The Beta channel has been updated to 126.0.6478.26 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.


  • Transform Your Agency’s Security Posture with a New Offer from Workspace

    Recent events have underscored the critical need for robust cloud security. The Cyber Safety Review Board’s (CSRB) in-depth analysis of the Microsoft Exchange Online intrusion, detailed in this blog post CSRB report highlights the need for new approaches to securing the public sector, reveals vulnerabilities that can impact any organization.


  • Introducing Cloud SQL extended support for MySQL and PostgreSQL end-of-life versions

    As a fully-managed database service, Cloud SQL supports multiple major versions of MySQL, PostgreSQL and SQL Server, each of which introduces essential features, performance improvements, and security enhancements.


  • 5 myths about platform engineering: what it is and what it isn’t

    The parable of the blind men and the elephant provides us with a way to understand why people can disagree on a new topic: by looking at it from only their own perspective, they miss out on the greater whole.


  • Dell PowerStore on Equinix Metal simplifies global storage with enhanced connectivity

    Based on the growing demand for flexible storage options, Dell PowerStore on Equinix Metal provides a simplified infrastructure that accelerates time to value.


  • Chrome Beta for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 126 (126.0.6478.26) 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 125 is rolling out with tons of new Chromebook features

    Right on schedule, ChromeOS 125 looks to be rolling out across the board (save a few stragglers still waiting on the latest update), and that means a ton of new features are on the way for your Chromebook once you receive the download and restart your device.


  • Example Use Case on Protected Audience – Part 2

    Example Use Case on Protected Audience – Part 2

    In this episode of the Latest on Privacy Sandbox Sid Sahoo explains details of the data flows (using this same example) through the Protected Audience API.


  • Windows Recall: All your privacy questions answered

    Windows Recall: All your privacy questions answered

    Microsoft has drawn criticism with the announcement of Windows Recall, an AI-based feature that will be built into new Copilot+ PCs. Recall takes snapshots of your PC’s screen every few seconds and uses that data to make a searchable index of everything you’ve ever done on your PC.


  • Not even Chromebooks can escape AI PC craze: Google to inject Plus laptops with LLM juice

    New models will come with a year of Gemini Advanced, too Not to be outdone by the shiny new AI PCs Microsoft showed off last week at its Build conference, Google on Tuesday said various generative AI features will be rolling out to Chromebook Plus laptops over the next few weeks.…


  • The Compute Pressure API

    The Compute Pressure API

    Chrome 125 is rolling out now! Learn about the Compute Pressure API and how to use it to optimize available compute power usage. Watch to learn more! Watch more New in Chrome → https://goo.gle/NewInChrome #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Speaker: Adriana Jara Products Mentioned: Chrome


  • Beam moves to Google Cloud to drive efficacy of government safety net programs

    At Beam, we’re building the next-generation digital social safety net. Our platform is used by state and local governments, community based organizations, and universities to administer public benefits and cash assistance programs.


  • FQDN filtering in Cloud Next Generation Firewall: A complete guide

    Ever struggled with managing firewall rules for sites like Google? In the past, it meant manually listing every single IP address associated with your domain. Talk about a headache! But guess what? Things just got a whole lot easier!


  • Architecting a blockchain startup with Google Cloud

    Architecting a blockchain startup with Google Cloud

    Editor’s note: Today’s post includes content from our Google Cloud Technical Guides for Startups video series, which includes detailed guides to support startups along every step of the growth journey.


  • What’s new for the Google Cloud global front end for web delivery and protection

    The Google Cloud global front end is a solution we launched last year as part of Cross-Cloud Network that helps customers deliver and protect internet-facing web services using the same technologies, infrastructure, and teams that we use for our own Google web services.


  • The Chrome Cast 266: Event recap with Stella Shannon from the ChromeOS team

    For this episode of The Chrome Cast, we have a very special guest joining us for a bit of post-game discussion on the heels of Google’s latest Chromebook-focused event up in New York.


  • Capturing a screenshot in Chrome DevTools

    Capturing a screenshot in Chrome DevTools

    Unlock the hidden potential of Chrome DevTools and capture stunning website screenshots like a pro! This video dives into how to capture a screenshot in DevTools. Watch more DevTools Tips → https://goo.gle/DevToolsTips Subscribe to Chrome for Developers → https://goo.gle/ChromeDevs #DevToolsTips #ChromeForDevelopers #Chrome Speaker: Jecelyn Yeen Products Mentioned: Chrome DevTools


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