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Millions of users around the world just updated to the latest version of the Chrome browser and/or operating system and for many, a somewhat disturbing notification may be popping up when an executable file download is initiated. The warning goes a little something like this: “File may be dangerous so Chrome blocked it.” Before you […]
It appears that Google has the release schedule for Chrome and Chrome OS back on track. Last week, version 84 of the Chrome browser dropped right on time and with any luck, Chrome OS 84 should start rolling out in the next day or two. There were a handful of updates we were expecting with […]
Sometimes, new features just aren’t meant to be. Three months ago, it appeared that Chrome OS would be adopting a very useful macOS feature known as “Hot Corners.” Rebranded “Corner Shortcuts,” the update would presumably allow users to map each corner of their displays. Each corner would then become a shortcut for whatever action was […]
The Chrome Team has been working on the Tab Grouping feature for what seems like an eternity but now, Google is making the organization feature official. In the next major update to the Chrome Browser, users will finally be able to create, name and customize tab groups to keep their browsing fenced in and under […]
It always amazes me that some of the smallest refinements can equate to massive boosts in productivity. Features such as virtual desks or the new tab strip UI may feel like minor changes but they can massively enhance the way you move around your Chromebook and in turn, your entire workflow can see major performance […]
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Update: Shortly after publishing this article, the release server for Chrome OS has updated again and it looks like Chrome OS 80 has returned. Whatever the problem was, I presume Google has addressed it and the update contains a fix. Shortly after posing the question “What happened to Chrome OS 80?“, the long-overdue update to […]
Chrome OS 79 has arrived right on schedule and will be rolling out to eligible devices over the next few days and weeks. We expect to find some hidden gems in this release and we’ll be dissecting the update to bring you any new features or fixes that came along for the ride. As for […]
Chrome 79 for Android and Desktop arrived this week and with the updated, Google has added and enhanced a couple of features to keep your online browsing sessions a little more secure. The updates began rolling out on Tuesday and will be making their way to users over the next few days. Password Checkup
For me, Google’s Discover feed on my phone is the go-to for catching up on new and relative news. Yes, I have the Google News app on my phone but I don’t use it. The Discover feed does a fairly decent job of curating content that is pertinent to me personally and professionally. Since its […]
Chrome OS 78 is officially rolling out for users and you can find the “official” features found in this release by checking out the announcement here. As we expected, there were a few more features that came along for the ride and 9to5Google has already spotted a couple of them. Split Settings Menu The settings […]
Now that painful printing is becoming a thing of the past for Chrome OS, it looks like Google is set to tackle what is arguably the next biggest gripe of Chromebook users. The Chrome OS Auto Update Policy (a.k.a., End of Life policy) was once of little concern to most users for the plain and […]
Chrome OS M78 should be rolling out any time now and when it arrives, it will bring some new and updated features that should make Google’s desktop operating system more user-friendly in a variety of ways. The latest version will be headed our way over the next few days and here’s a look at what […]
