Time for a little good news. Last week, Chromium developers announced that future releases of Chrome and Chrome OS would be put on pause for an undetermined amount of time. Subsequently, Chrome and Chrome OS version 82 was abandoned completely as developers worked out how to adjust the Chrome … [Read more...] about And we’re back! Developers unpause Chrome and Chrome OS releases
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How to use Zoom Meetings without downloading anything
Chances are good that, given the events of the past two months, you've heard of or even used the teleconferencing platform Zoom. Since the beginning of 2020, the cross-platform meetings application has gained more new users than it did for the entire year of 2019. The circumstances may not be the … [Read more...] about How to use Zoom Meetings without downloading anything
Chrome’s built-in PDF viewer is set to get a much-needed upgrade
It's been nearly a year since we last saw the built-in PDF viewer in Chrome and Chrome OS get a substantial upgrade. Back in December of 2018, we began tracking the addition of markup tools in the browser-based PDF viewer that eventually came to fruition in the Developer Channel of Chrome and … [Read more...] about Chrome’s built-in PDF viewer is set to get a much-needed upgrade
The Chrome Web Store Developer Dashboard gets a new look and upfront registration fee
Google seems to be giving the Chrome Web Store some much-needed attention as of late. From cracking down on fraudulent charges to introducing a "safety check" for extensions, Chrome's online shop has long needed some policing if it is to remain the go-to for Chrome users. For developers, Google has … [Read more...] about The Chrome Web Store Developer Dashboard gets a new look and upfront registration fee
Netflix Party: Binge and chat with friends while you’re stuck at home
If you're like many Americans, you've already started compiling a list of shows you want to catch up on and binge while practicing social distancing and self-induced isolation. That doesn't mean you have cut yourself off from the outside world. Thanks to Netflix Party, you can now binge-watch … [Read more...] about Netflix Party: Binge and chat with friends while you’re stuck at home
Extensions Toolbar is here in Chrome OS 82 to de-clutter your browser
I had to search a bit to find where we last talked about the upcoming Chrome Extension toolbar. This feature, first uncovered in April 2019, is a simple concept that can have a pretty big impact on your omnibar's real estate. Instead of all your extensions robbing precious room next to your URL … [Read more...] about Extensions Toolbar is here in Chrome OS 82 to de-clutter your browser
Loom screen recorder cuts prices and removes limits for remote workers, teachers
As businesses and schools around the world try to deal with remote work, our recommended screen recording service has stepped in and announced some changes that make their software more accessible to everyone who might be stuck at home. In a blog post today, Loom announced they are removing … [Read more...] about Loom screen recorder cuts prices and removes limits for remote workers, teachers
Chrome is working on a “Safety Check” for extensions
The Chrome Web Store, sadly, is sort of the Wild Wild West when it comes to safety and security. As much as it pains me to say, Google has done a very poor job of policing the shop that houses more than 200,000 extensions and web apps. Multiple times a year, we hear and report on numerous extensions … [Read more...] about Chrome is working on a “Safety Check” for extensions
Chrome browser may get an official Snap package for Linux
As of late, I spend a good majority of my time digging into Linux on Chrome OS and testing what works and what doesn't. As the Command Line series takes shape, we've become a little keener to Linux-related commits in the Chromium repository. There's so much that you can do with Linux apps on Chrome … [Read more...] about Chrome browser may get an official Snap package for Linux
How to watch Netflix picture-in-picture on your Chromebook without the Android app
Earlier this week, Robby wrote an article about the delayed rollout of Chrome OS 80 and the new features that are coming to Chromebooks. One of those new features is Netflix picture-in-picture (PiP), but we weren't able to test it due to Netflix disappearing from the Play Store. I was hopeful the … [Read more...] about How to watch Netflix picture-in-picture on your Chromebook without the Android app
Chrome OS 80 has disappeared and we’re not sure why [UPDATE]
UPDATED: 3/2/2020 @ 3:20PM - Part of the fun of owning a Chromebook is the 6-week update schedule that both Chrome and Chrome OS enjoy. Not having to wait around for months for fixes to bugs and new features makes Chrome and Chrome OS feel more fresh than just about anything else out there. With … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 80 has disappeared and we’re not sure why [UPDATE]
Chrome 80 takes a massive bite out of Cybercrime marketplace
If you have had online credentials stolen, had your personal information compromised in a data breach or simply just like to see the bad guys get their comeuppance, now is a good time to make sure your Chrome browser is up-to-date. In all honesty, it's a good idea to keep Chrome updated but the … [Read more...] about Chrome 80 takes a massive bite out of Cybercrime marketplace
