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2 weeks ago
Web development

Chrome's new 'Skills' update lets you save AI prompts now - for one-click reuse

fromBGR
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

9 Reasons You Should Consider Ditching Google Chrome - BGR

Web development
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

Chrome's new 'Skills' update lets you save AI prompts now - for one-click reuse

Chrome introduces a feature to save and reuse AI prompts with Gemini chats.
Privacy technologies
fromBGR
1 month ago

9 Reasons You Should Consider Ditching Google Chrome - BGR

Chrome's dominance in the browser market raises privacy concerns due to its ties with Google's advertising business.
fromTechCrunch
5 hours ago

More Gemini features are coming to Google TV | TechCrunch

The Gemini tab features a 'Create' button that allows users to experiment with generative AI tools like Nano Banana and Veo, enhancing the interactive experience on Google TV.
Television
#ubuntu
fromPCWorld
7 hours ago

My five-screen laptop setup felt like peak productivity...until I actually used it

For one brief moment, I had five displays glowing around my laptop. For another brief moment, I thought this was a good idea. But as it turns out, there are limits to peak productivity.
Gadgets
Productivity
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Why virtual desktops are so useful - and my top 4 tips for beginners

Virtual Desktops enhance efficiency by organizing apps and windows into separate workspaces on a single monitor.
#google-cloud
fromInfoQ
1 day ago
Software development

Google Cloud Introduces Agents CLI to Streamline AI Agent Development Lifecycle

Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Google turns Chrome into an AI coworker for the workplace | TechCrunch

Google Cloud introduces 'auto browse' capabilities for Chrome, enhancing productivity with AI while requiring human oversight.
Software development
fromInfoQ
1 day ago

Google Cloud Introduces Agents CLI to Streamline AI Agent Development Lifecycle

Google Cloud's Agents CLI streamlines AI agent development from prototyping to production, reducing fragmentation and improving efficiency in workflows.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Google turns Chrome into an AI coworker for the workplace | TechCrunch

Google Cloud introduces 'auto browse' capabilities for Chrome, enhancing productivity with AI while requiring human oversight.
Software development
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Google updates Workspace to make AI your new office intern | TechCrunch

Google Cloud Next introduced AI-driven updates to Workspace, enhancing productivity through automation in tasks like email drafting and Google Sheets organization.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Google Home makes it easier to understand why devices aren't working

Google Home's update improves offline device troubleshooting and speeds up command responses.
Typography
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Amazon's color screen Kindles are finally getting a system-wide dark mode

Kindle Colorsoft and Scribe Colorsoft will receive a system-wide dark mode update for their user interface.
#google
Web design
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Google Chrome makes it easier to wrangle different tabs in AI Mode

Google's AI Mode in Chrome now supports better tab interaction, allowing users to browse and ask questions simultaneously.
Digital life
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Chrome Skills let you save your favorite Gemini prompts for easy access

Google introduces Skills to Gemini in Chrome, allowing users to save prompts for quick access and streamline tasks.
Web development
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Chrome now lets you turn AI prompts into repeatable 'Skills'

Google's new Chrome feature allows users to save and reuse AI prompts as 'Skills' across multiple web pages.
Digital life
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Google's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini

Google has launched a new AI-focused app for Windows desktops that enhances search capabilities and integrates with local files and applications.
Gadgets
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago

Google's Pixel Update Sparks 'Severe' Battery Drain Across Multiple Models

Google's Pixel devices are experiencing severe battery drain issues after a software update, affecting users even when phones are idle.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 day ago

This Ambitious Laptop Doesn't Leave Much Room for Your Hands

The Acer Swift 16 AI offers impressive performance and a vibrant display but suffers from usability issues with its oversized touchpad.
Tech industry
fromZDNET
3 days ago

Framework Laptop 13 Pro vs. MacBook Neo: These Windows rivals are more similar than expected

Framework's Laptop 13 Pro offers a modular alternative to Windows PCs, appealing to consumers seeking customization and repairability.
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Windows second-chance setup hurts IT, productivity

Windows 11 greets users with a confusing message: 'You're almost done setting up your PC.' This prompts frustration as users question what tasks remain incomplete.
Digital life
Information security
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Google brings Auto Browse and Skills to Chrome Enterprise - and a new 'Gemini Summary'

Chrome Enterprise introduces AI features to automate tasks and enhance IT control over workplace AI tools.
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
1 week ago

Google Gemini app is now available on Mac

Google has launched a standalone Gemini app for macOS, enabling a native desktop experience with quick access and context sharing features.
#google-chrome
Web development
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

How to Use Google Chrome's New AI-Powered 'Skills'

Google Chrome introduces Skills, a feature allowing users to run AI prompts with shortcuts for various tasks.
Digital life
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Google's AI Mode Update Tries to Kill Tab Hopping in Chrome

Google Chrome's AI Mode update allows users to browse links without leaving the chatbot interface, enhancing the search experience.
Typography
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Chrome's new feature makes life easier for people with a million open tabs

Google Chrome introduces vertical tabs to enhance user experience and multitasking capabilities.
Typography
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Chrome is finally getting vertical tabs | TechCrunch

Google Chrome is adopting vertical tabs to enhance user experience and manage tab groups more effectively.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
6 days ago

Android 17 QPR1 beta 1 is now available for Pixel users

Google released the first Android 17 QPR1 beta for Pixel 6 and newer devices, offering stable updates and bug fixes ahead of the stable release.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Here's How to Choose Which Smart Home Assistant Is Best for Your Home

Choosing a voice assistant for a smart home should depend on existing devices and ecosystems already in use.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Microsoft Office can now be controlled with Logitech's MX Creative Console

Logitech's new Productivity Plugins enhance MX accessories with shortcuts for Microsoft Office and other productivity apps.
#ai
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Web development

Google adds AI Skills to Chrome to help you save favorite workflows | TechCrunch

Google introduces Skills in Chrome, allowing users to save and reuse AI prompts across webpages for enhanced browsing efficiency.
Web development
fromInfoWorld
2 weeks ago

Tap into the AI APIs of Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge

Chrome and Edge browsers provide built-in APIs for local AI tasks like translation and summarization using locally hosted models.
Web development
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Google adds AI Skills to Chrome to help you save favorite workflows | TechCrunch

Google introduces Skills in Chrome, allowing users to save and reuse AI prompts across webpages for enhanced browsing efficiency.
Web development
fromInfoWorld
2 weeks ago

Tap into the AI APIs of Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge

Chrome and Edge browsers provide built-in APIs for local AI tasks like translation and summarization using locally hosted models.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Hacker News
2 weeks ago

Google Rolls Out DBSC in Chrome 146 to Block Session Theft on Windows

Google's Device Bound Session Credentials enhance security for Chrome users by tying authentication sessions to specific devices, combating session theft.
#ai-mode
fromGSMArena.com
1 week ago
Mobile UX

Google's AI Mode in Chrome now opens links side by side in the same tab

Google is launching a new AI Mode in Chrome that allows side-by-side browsing with chat for easier navigation and reduced tab clutter.
#linux
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

After three months on Linux, I don't miss Windows at all

Transitioning to Linux as a main operating system has been smoother and more satisfying than expected, with minimal issues encountered.
Software development
fromZDNET
4 days ago

Zorin OS vs. Solus: I tested two great Linux distros for beginners to find out which is best

Solus has improved significantly, offering a solid desktop experience with essential preinstalled software, but Zorin OS remains the superior choice.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

After three months on Linux, I don't miss Windows at all

Transitioning to Linux as a main operating system has been smoother and more satisfying than expected, with minimal issues encountered.
Software development
fromZDNET
4 days ago

Zorin OS vs. Solus: I tested two great Linux distros for beginners to find out which is best

Solus has improved significantly, offering a solid desktop experience with essential preinstalled software, but Zorin OS remains the superior choice.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Best Chromebooks Are Doing Their Best to Course Correct

Chromebooks can be a viable option for budget-conscious consumers seeking quality laptops under $500.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 weeks ago

Browser Extensions Are the New AI Consumption Channel That No One Is Talking About

AI browser extensions pose significant security risks, often overlooked, with vulnerabilities and access that can compromise enterprise networks.
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

How to de-Gemini your Google apps

To turn Gemini off, you will need to disable two separate sets of options. The first set covers a set of features, including smart compose, that are shared across Gmail, Chat and Meet.
Digital life
Web design
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

Don't sleep on this powerful new Chrome security booster

Assess Chrome extensions carefully to ensure developer trustworthiness and review permissions, as ownership changes can introduce security risks.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Samsung Browser for Windows is now out of beta

Samsung Browser 30.0.0.95 is now available globally for Windows 10 and 11, featuring integrated Perplexity AI for enhanced browsing capabilities.
Gadgets
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

This $60 Chromebook Can be a Smart Pick for Remote and Field Work

Lenovo 11.6" Chromebook 100E Gen 2 offers a budget-friendly, portable solution for everyday productivity at just $59.99.
#chrome-arm64-linux
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 month ago

ARM64 Linux users finally get Chrome date

Google will release Chrome for ARM64 Linux devices in Q2 2026, finally bringing official Chrome support to this platform after years of availability on other ARM64 systems.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Google Chrome is coming to Arm-powered Linux devices later this year

Google will release Chrome for ARM64 Linux machines in Q2 2026, addressing demand from Arm processor manufacturers and AI computing platforms seeking alternatives to Windows.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 month ago

ARM64 Linux users finally get Chrome date

Google will release Chrome for ARM64 Linux devices in Q2 2026, finally bringing official Chrome support to this platform after years of availability on other ARM64 systems.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Google Chrome is coming to Arm-powered Linux devices later this year

Google will release Chrome for ARM64 Linux machines in Q2 2026, addressing demand from Arm processor manufacturers and AI computing platforms seeking alternatives to Windows.
Mobile UX
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

Chrome Is Finally Coming to ARM64 Linux Devices in 2026

Google will release native ARM64 Chrome for Linux in Q2 2026, completing its ARM architecture support across macOS, Windows, and Linux platforms.
#chrome-browser
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Android tablets and foldables are getting a Chrome bookmark bar

Google Chrome for Android now supports a bookmark bar on foldables and tablets, accessible via Settings > Appearance > Show bookmarks bar, displaying favicons and site names below the Omnibox.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Android tablets and foldables are getting a Chrome bookmark bar

Google Chrome for Android now supports a bookmark bar on foldables and tablets, accessible via Settings > Appearance > Show bookmarks bar, displaying favicons and site names below the Omnibox.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Google rushes Chrome update to fix zero-days under attack

CVE-2026-3909 is an out-of-bounds write flaw in Skia, the graphics library Chrome uses to render web content and parts of its user interface. Memory corruption bugs like this can sometimes be abused by attackers to crash applications or run their own code if successfully exploited.
Information security
#chrome-release-cycle
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Google will soon ship Chrome updates every two weeks

Google is reducing Chrome release cycles from four weeks to two weeks across all platforms, starting September 8th with Chrome 153, to accelerate delivery of performance improvements and security fixes.
Software development
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

Chrome will receive biweekly updates starting in September

Google will accelerate Chrome's release cycle from every four weeks to every two weeks starting September 2026 with Chrome 153, enabling faster delivery of features, bug fixes, and security improvements.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Google will soon ship Chrome updates every two weeks

Google is reducing Chrome release cycles from four weeks to two weeks across all platforms, starting September 8th with Chrome 153, to accelerate delivery of performance improvements and security fixes.
Software development
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

Chrome will receive biweekly updates starting in September

Google will accelerate Chrome's release cycle from every four weeks to every two weeks starting September 2026 with Chrome 153, enabling faster delivery of features, bug fixes, and security improvements.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Edge just got a useful AI tool that Chrome doesn't have - here's how to try it

Microsoft Edge can use Copilot to summarize PDFs and answer specific questions about PDF content for online or local files.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Amid new competition, Chrome speeds up its release schedule | TechCrunch

Google accelerates Chrome releases from four-week to two-week cycles starting September 2026, delivering stability and speed improvements twice as frequently amid competition from AI-powered browsers.
fromSecurityWeek
2 months ago

Chrome 145 Patches 11 Vulnerabilities

Google on Tuesday announced the release of Chrome 145 to the stable channel with fixes for 11 vulnerabilities, including three high-severity bugs. First in line is CVE-2026-2313, a high-severity use-after-free issue in CSS that earned the reporting researchers an $8,000 bug bounty reward. The two other high-severity defects, tracked as CVE-2026-2314 and CVE-2026-2315, were found and reported by Google and are described as a heap buffer overflow in Codecs and an inappropriate implementation in WebGPU, respectively.
Information security
#aluminium-os
Tech industry
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

Google Speeds Up Chrome Updates for Its 3 Billion Users

Google accelerates Chrome's update cycle from four to two weeks to compete with emerging AI-powered browsers while maintaining market dominance.
Digital life
fromInfoWorld
2 months ago

Windows PCs fade away

Personal PC ownership is being replaced by cloud-subscription models and AI-managed systems, reducing user control and shifting agency to cloud providers.
Tech industry
fromWIRED
1 month ago

These Official ChromeOS Flex USB Sticks Can Give Your Old Mac or Windows PC a Second Life

Google and Back Market partner to offer ChromeOS Flex as an affordable alternative to Windows 11, allowing users to extend device lifespans rather than purchasing new hardware.
Gadgets
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

As browser wars heat up, Chrome adds new productivity features | TechCrunch

Google Chrome adds Split View, PDF annotations, and Save to Google Drive while integrating Gemini AI to respond to growing AI-driven browser competition.
Mobile UX
fromAndroid Police
1 month ago

Chrome still doesn't have extensions on Android, so I found a browser that does

Chrome's lack of extension support on Android, despite competitors like Kiwi and Edge offering it, suggests deliberate business decisions prioritizing ad revenue over user functionality.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Google brings Android's desktop mode to Pixel devices

Google introduces desktop mode for Pixel phones and tablets, enabling external monitor connectivity via USB-C for multi-window desktop-like experiences with mouse and keyboard support.
Software development
fromZDNET
1 month ago

NebiOS turns your Linux desktop into a Google Workspace alternative - with one caveat

NebiOS is a unique Linux distribution featuring the customizable NebiDE desktop environment with Wayfire compositor, though NebiCloud integration poses security concerns due to lack of recent development.
Web development
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Google Chrome just dropped 3 new time-saving features

Google Chrome introduces three productivity features including Split View, which allows side-by-side tab viewing to streamline multitasking workflows for browser-based work.
fromTechRepublic
2 months ago

Put the power of AI directly in your browser with BrowserCoPilot

BrowserCoPilot is designed to make your workflows easier and faster - and completely customized to you, your prompts, and your writing style. One useful example? Integrate the program directly to your inbox, and let it create one-click emails that use your phrasing and tone, and that gather context from your conversations. Or, write directly in the browser to revise or analyze documents using your saved prompts - or upload images and PDFs to interact with directly.
Gadgets
Web development
fromChrome for Developers
1 month ago

Request for developer feedback: focusgroup | Blog | Chrome for Developers

The focusgroup HTML attribute enables keyboard arrow-key navigation in composite widgets without requiring roving-tabindex JavaScript, replacing hundreds of lines of boilerplate code.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Cloud gaming on a Chromebook? Absolutely - here's a budget option I recommend

Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE is a cloud-focused, gaming-capable Chromebook with Intel Core Ultra 5, 16-inch 120Hz WQXGA display, Gemini AI support, and cloud-centric storage.
Web development
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Make the Most of Chrome's Toolbar by Customizing It to Your Liking

Customizing Chrome's toolbar improves browsing efficiency by providing quick access to frequently used features and extensions.
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