The Chrome Web Store is in a bit of a tumultuous place at the moment. With Chrome Apps heading towards a much-needed demise, Extensions will soon be the only real reason to frequent the Chrome browser’s “shop” for lack of a better term. On that note, the Chrome Web Store has just dealt a massive […]
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These popular security and shopping extensions aren’t as safe as you might think
Browser extensions can be awesome tools to enhance productivity, security and even online shopping but the unfortunate reality is that these “add-ons” can often be wolves in sheep’s clothing. In some cases, extensions from the Chrome Web Store and other browser shops can carry with them malicious code that purposes themselves to highjack sensitive data, […]
Continue ReadingThe 3 must-have Chrome Extensions to get the most out of Black Friday
Who doesn’t like saving a little money, right? A lot of shoppers have their go-to mobile app or extension that helps them get a little cash back or find the best deals when shopping online. There’s no shortage of these apps and many of them have a lot of great features but I wanted to […]
Continue ReadingChrome OS getting global rich media controls in extensions area
Rich media notifications have been a part of Android devices for some time and, not long ago, they appeared for Chrome OS as well. What is a rich media notification? Simple. It is a graphic interface that appears in your notifications panel when media is playing on your device that gives you quick, at-a-glance control […]
Continue ReadingBig Changes Coming To Declutter Your Chrome Extensions
If you’ve been a Chrome user on any platform for any amount of time, you know how quickly those Chrome Extensions can start to add up in the space to the right of your URL bar, slowly but surely encroaching on your URL bar’s horizontal real estate. Sure, you can hide those extensions pretty easily, […]
Continue ReadingExperimental Chrome Feature Could Help Keep Extensions In Check
As much as we love Chrome OS, there’s always room for improvement, Like any other operating system, it has its shortcomings, quirks and sometimes just flat out issues that need to be addressed. One particular area that is in desperate need of some polishing is the Chrome Web Store. With Android and Linux apps now […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Says “Nope” To Crypto Mining Extensions
The state of the Cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin in particular, is about as volatile as a rabid badger trapped in a phone booth but that is the nature of an emerging platform that combines two giant commodities like tech and finance. As of the publication of this article, Bitcoin price was $6761.09 which is an all-time […]
Continue Reading11 Best Chrome Extensions for Digital Marketers
In order for digital marketers to ensure the success of their strategies, they have to reach out for one or more tools in their arsenal. Due to its rich variety of extensions, Google Chrome has managed to become one of industry’s top choices for a browser. To find out what are some of the best […]
Continue ReadingWhen Chrome Extensions Go Bad
I am a big fan of Chrome Extensions. I share my favorites on Twitter and this blog. Extension can control and access a lot of system resources, that’s how they can do so many cool things! With that access comes the possibility of misuse. Google reviews all extensions posted to the Chrome Web Store and […]
Continue ReadingChromebook How To: Using Extensions In Incognito Mode
Chrome’s incognito mode can be a useful tool for various reasons. For those of you familiar with it you likely know your own use-case for incognito mode, so we’ll skip the multitude of scenarios for which it can be applied.
Continue ReadingNorton Offers A Suite Of Chrome Security Extensions
For 25 years Norton by Symantec has been providing anti-virus and anti-malware solutions for personal and business computing. In recent years the leader in online security has shifted primarily to business-oriented software, but they still offer a number of consumer products under the Norton namesake. If you are a fan of the Chrome web browser, […]
Continue ReadingGoogle adds new advanced security for Chrome, but it’ll cost you
Google Chrome still holds the title as the world’s most popular web browser by a very wide margin. Its intuitive interface, constant updates and massive library of extensions make it the easy choice for most people choosing how to browse the web. But just as important as all those other features are, security is and […]
Continue ReadingThe Side Panel in Chrome 121 is getting a helpful navigation change
The Chrome Side Panel has been with us for a bit, but I’ve been a bit of a holdout. When it first arrived in 2022, I wasn’t completely sure I even liked it as an idea. Fast forward to today, however, and I’ve found myself enjoying it as a place for my bookmarks, a handy […]
Continue ReadingChrome 120 arrives with Saved Tab Groups, enhanced Safety Check, and more
Chrome 120 for desktop is set to arrive shortly and with it comes a few nice feature upgrades that further enhance the performance and safety of Chrome for users across all desktop platforms. Obviously, other bug fixes and security patches are along for the ride, too, but let’s look at a few of the key […]
Continue ReadingGoogle launches the new Chrome Web Store, and I have some high hopes
After testing it in a preview capacity for nearly 3 months, the new, redesigned Chrome Web Store is now officially rolling out across the web. And with it comes a new Material You facelift, new Chrome Extension categories, a simplified navigation and improved search. While the preview lived on a separate URL during testing, you […]
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