• The complete BitLocker encryption guide for Windows PCs

    The complete BitLocker encryption guide for Windows PCs

    Data encryption is critical. Whether you’re using a PC provided by your employer or working from your own personal computer, encryption ensures that thieves and anyone else who might get their hands on your PC can’t view any sensitive private data. Storage encryption can be complex on Windows PCs.


  • ChromeOS M-127 Stable Release Update

    The Stable channel is being updated to OS version: 15917.71.0 Browser version: 127.0.6533.132 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.


  • Google has to face a class action lawsuit over Chrome’s data collection

    Illustration by Cath Virginia / The Verge Google will have to face a class action lawsuit that accuses it of collecting users’ data through Chrome without their consent.


  • Google Chrome is making it easier to access your saved passwords across devices

    Image: The Verge You’ll soon be able to access your saved passwords, bookmarks, and addresses in Chrome by simply signing in to your Google account on the browser.


  • Chrome 128 is rolling out now! With displaying ruby elements improved with line breaks, starting Promise chains with Promise.try, PointerEvent interface extended to uniquely identify multiple pens, and there’s plenty more. Adriana Jara has all the details about what’s new for developers in Chrome 128. Check out https://goo.


  • The Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus is undeniable at $349

    Of all the Chromebook Plus models currently available, the Lenovo Flex 5i is always at the top of the list of my favorites. And the reasoning is pretty clear: it does a lot right for the price. After all, isn’t that what really defines a great Chromebook experience?


  • Scalable alerting for Apache Airflow to improve data orchestration reliability and performance

    About Apache Airflow is a popular tool for orchestrating data workflows. Google Cloud offers a managed Airflow service called Cloud Composer, a fully managed workflow orchestration service built on Apache Airflow that enables you to author, schedule, and monitor pipelines.


  • Reimagining security through the power of convergence at Google Cloud Security Summit 2024

    To keep pace with modern threats, organizations large and small need to take a hard look at their security tooling and determine how they can adapt to accelerate step function change. And while this may seem daunting, Google Cloud Security can help you make sure it doesn’t have to be.


  • Zoom ups webinar cap to 1 million attendees

    Zoom ups webinar cap to 1 million attendees

    Zoom has raised the webinar attendee limit to one million users to enable large-scale events on the video meeting platform.


  • Pixel Watch 3 marks the end of the road for Fitbit smartwatches

    It’s been three years since Google acquired Fitbit, and the landscape of smartwatches has shifted significantly in that time frame.


  • Microsoft intros ‘Loop 2.0’ with UI upgrades

    Microsoft intros ‘Loop 2.0’ with UI upgrades

    Microsoft has unveiled Loop “2.0,” bringing several UI updates to the productivity app. Announced in 2021, Loop is essentially Microsoft’s answer to the emergence of a new breed of flexible document creation apps such as Notion and Coda.


  • I want this upcoming Chrome for Android screen-sharing feature on Chromebooks

    We all know that protecting our personal data is vital but sometimes, in the rush of a screen-sharing session with colleagues or a presentation to a larger group, those sensitive details can slip through the cracks, especially in form fields.


  • Google Meet gets an updated UI, stackable effects, and more

    Google Meet is starting to roll out a pretty big update to its video calling experience, and it is one that Google says is designed to make connections with friends, family, and colleagues more enjoyable and seamless than ever.


  • FaceGaze – Control Chrome with Your Face (Accessibility)

    Google Chrome is adding an accessibility feature that lets you control Chrome using your face gestures. The feature is code named FaceGaze.


  • Google’s much-delayed Zoom Enhance feature arrives for Pixel 8 Pro

    Google included a long-awaited surprise on Tuesday at their Made by Google event by finally announcing the wider availability of its much-anticipated Zoom Enhance feature. Not only will it be included in the upcoming Pixel 9 Pro series, it’s also rolling out to the Pixel 8 Pro as well.


  • Google Lens is coming to Chrome: Here’s how to try it out now

    Over the past few years, AI has been quietly revolutionizing the Chrome experience without many of us even noticing, making it faster, safer, and more helpful. From blocking malicious sites to providing real-time captions, Google says AI is often working behind the scenes to enhance your browsing.


  • What are content scripts?

    Learn about content scripts in Chrome Extensions, including how to register CSS and JavaScript to run on a particular page.


  • C4 VMs now GA: Unmatched performance and control for your enterprise workloads

    Today, we’re excited to announce the general availability of the C4 machine series, the most performant general-purpose VM for Compute Engine and Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) customers.


  • Google Cloud database news roundup, August 2024 edition

    Google Cloud database news roundup, August 2024 edition

    August tends to be a quiet month in tech, but not for the Google Cloud database team. Cloud Next happened in Tokyo this month, bringing you groundbreaking announcements, product updates and inspiring customer stories. So grab a cup of coffee and let’s dive into the latest from Google Cloud databases.


  • Your infrastructure resources, your way, with new GKE custom compute class API

    Picture this: You’re in the middle of your peak sales period and your e-commerce platform is humming along. Despite surging customer demand, your Kubernetes infrastructure is seamlessly adapting to handle the increased traffic.


  • Pixel 9 Pro Fold is available again after being completely out of stock

    Google’s second stab at a foldable phone, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, is apparently flying off of virtual shelves already at the Google Store just days after its release.


  • Enterprise buyer’s guide: Remote IT support software

    Enterprise buyer’s guide: Remote IT support software

    In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, fewer people than ever work from the office full time. That means demand for remote IT support for desktop, laptop, mobile, and other devices has strongly increased.


  • The Google TV Streamer has the same USB-C trick as its predecessor

    The recently unveiled Google TV Streamer has caught my attention with its sleek, minimalist design and upgraded internals.


  • One of Pixel 9’s biggest upgrades didn’t get mentioned on stage

    Over the years, it’s no secret that Google’s Tensor-powered Pixel phones have faced criticism for their modem performance. Google’s phones have been plagued by unreliable connectivity and battery drain issues since making the move to Tensor.


  • Using the Pixel 9 Pro XL makes me wish it had a ChromeOS desktop mode

    I’ve been unashamedly rocking a Samsung phone for the past few years. I first moved to the Galaxy S23 Ultra and then leveraged a killer deal to snag the Z Fold 5 as well.


  • Beta Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    Hello All,The Beta channel has been updated to 128.0.6613.32 (Platform version: 15964.24.0) 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.


  • Long Term Support Channel Update for ChromeOS

    A new LTC-126 version 126.0.6478.244 (Platform Version: 15886.75.0), is being rolled out for most ChromeOS devices. If you have devices in the LTC channel, they will be updated to this version. The LTS channel remains on LTS-120 until October 1st, 2024.


  • Pixel Watch 3 trade-in offers are better than expected

    The Pixel Watch 3 is still a few weeks from hitting store shelves, but there are plenty of users already making plans to get their hands on Google’s latest watch when it arrives on September 10th.


  • Top 10 web updates from Google I/O ‘24

    Check out our Google I/O 2024 recap to get the full rundown of all of our most important web announcements from Gemini Nano in Chrome to Baseline tooling and View Transitions API, and much more! Resources: Read the Google I/O 2024 recap blog → https://goo.


  • Chrome Dev for Desktop Update

    The Dev channel has been updated to 129.0.6658.0 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.


  • You can pre-order the Pixel Buds Pro 2 right now and get a $30 gift card

    Google’s latest earbuds, the Pixel Buds Pro 2, are generating some buzz around the Chrome Unboxed office as we wait for the official launch on September 26th. I’m hoping to get hands-on soon but the new design and AI features have me intrigued.


  • What’s New in Assured Workloads: Enable updates and new control packages

    Compliance isn’t a one-time goal; it’s an ongoing process. As your organization and the regulatory environment evolve, so too does Assured Workloads. Here are the latest additions to our portfolio of software-defined controls and policies that can make supporting your compliance requirements easier on Google Cloud.


  • Gemini Live feels like magic, and I want it on my Chromebook

    This week, I’ve been pretty blown away by Gemini Live. When I saw it debuted during the Made By Google event on Tuesday, I was very interested. But now that I’ve had it on my phone for a couple days, I’m far more impressed.


  • I’m impressed by the number of Pixel Watch 3 cases already available

    I remember when the Pixel Watch – the first one – arrived on the scene. As a new product, the number of cases and watch bands was quite limited early on, and every new protective cover, screen protector or watch band that hit the market was exciting to see.


  • Chrome Dev for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 129 (129.0.6656.2) 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.


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