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#google
fromZDNET
3 days ago
Apple

I tried the new Gemini app for Mac - and it's better than the website in one big way

fromZDNET
4 days ago
Digital life

I tried Google's new desktop app, and I'll never search the old way again

fromPCWorld
4 days ago
Privacy technologies

Google will soon penalize sites that hijack your browser's back button

Web design
fromEngadget
3 days 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.
Apple
fromZDNET
3 days ago

I tried the new Gemini app for Mac - and it's better than the website in one big way

Google has launched a Gemini app for Mac that includes website features and can analyze content in shared windows.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

Google Blocks 8.3B Policy-Violating Ads in 2025, Launches Android 17 Privacy Overhaul

Google announced Play policy updates to enhance user privacy and combat fraud, including new contact and location permission features.
Digital life
fromZDNET
4 days ago

I tried Google's new desktop app, and I'll never search the old way again

Google's new desktop app enhances productivity by providing quick access to Gmail, Drive, and Search features.
Privacy technologies
fromPCWorld
4 days ago

Google will soon penalize sites that hijack your browser's back button

Google will penalize websites that hijack the browser's back button to improve user experience and eliminate frustrating redirects.
#android-17
#google-chrome
Digital life
fromWIRED
3 days 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.
Roam Research
fromZDNET
3 days ago

How Google's updated AI Mode will ease your tab clutter when you search

Chrome's AI Mode now allows side-by-side viewing of search results and linked sites to reduce tab clutter.
Web development
fromWIRED
5 days 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.
Typography
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Chrome is finally getting vertical tabs | TechCrunch

Google Chrome is adopting vertical tabs to enhance user experience and manage tab groups more effectively.
Digital life
fromWIRED
3 days 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.
Roam Research
fromZDNET
3 days ago

How Google's updated AI Mode will ease your tab clutter when you search

Chrome's AI Mode now allows side-by-side viewing of search results and linked sites to reduce tab clutter.
Web development
fromWIRED
5 days 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.
Typography
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Chrome is finally getting vertical tabs | TechCrunch

Google Chrome is adopting vertical tabs to enhance user experience and manage tab groups more effectively.
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

Haptics: how to build a consistent cross-platform solution and align code with Figma

Implementing consistent haptics across iOS, Android, and mobile web enhances user experience through tactile feedback.
#netflix
Television
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Netflix embraces vertical video with major mobile app update

Netflix will launch a redesigned mobile app with a vertical video feed at the end of April 2026.
Television
fromCNET
3 days ago

Netflix Is Introducing Vertical Video to Mobile App This Month

Netflix will introduce vertical video feeds to its mobile app by the end of April to enhance user engagement.
Television
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Netflix embraces vertical video with major mobile app update

Netflix will launch a redesigned mobile app with a vertical video feed at the end of April 2026.
Television
fromCNET
3 days ago

Netflix Is Introducing Vertical Video to Mobile App This Month

Netflix will introduce vertical video feeds to its mobile app by the end of April to enhance user engagement.
#oneplus
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

OnePlus Watch 4 Appears on Google Play Console With Snapdragon W5 Chip

OnePlus Watch 4 specifications and design details have surfaced, indicating a potential launch soon, though OnePlus has not officially confirmed it.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

OnePlus Watch 4 Appears on Google Play Console With Snapdragon W5 Chip

OnePlus Watch 4 specifications and design details have surfaced, indicating a potential launch soon, though OnePlus has not officially confirmed it.
Web development
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Opera adds Browser Connector for integrating AI chatbots

Opera introduces Browser Connector, allowing integration of ChatGPT or Claude for enhanced browsing with AI assistance.
Productivity
fromZDNET
3 days ago

I found the apps slowing down my PC - how to kill the biggest memory hogs

Identifying and managing background processes can optimize PC performance and reduce memory usage.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

Nothing unveils Warp app for easy transfers between Android and your computer

Nothing Warp enables seamless file transfers between Android devices and computers without storing user data.
Typography
fromTheregister
4 days ago

QUIC will soon be as important as TCP

QUIC is expected to play a crucial role similar to TCP, necessitating more comprehensive coverage in future editions.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

100 Chrome Extensions Steal User Data, Create Backdoor

Over 20,000 users installed malicious Chrome extensions that steal information, provide backdoors, or inject ads, as reported by cybersecurity firm Socket.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Why I'm recommending last year's phones over 2026 models - with one exception

The smartphone market is pressured by memory chip shortages, leading to price hikes and underwhelming new models compared to 2025 devices.
#ai-mode
#smartphones
fromThe Verge
3 days ago
Apple

The best budget smartphone you can buy

Great smartphones under $600 offer essential features without the high price tag.
Mobile UX
fromWIRED
3 days ago

It Might Not Be the Best $499 Phone, but I'm Glad Nothing's Phone (4a) Pro Exists

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro offers good performance and unique design, making it a strong midrange option despite some limitations.
Apple
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The best budget smartphone you can buy

Great smartphones under $600 offer essential features without the high price tag.
Mobile UX
fromWIRED
3 days ago

It Might Not Be the Best $499 Phone, but I'm Glad Nothing's Phone (4a) Pro Exists

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro offers good performance and unique design, making it a strong midrange option despite some limitations.
#android
Digital life
fromZDNET
4 days ago

I found a way to roll back buggy Google Services updates on Android - in just a few clicks

Rolling back Google Services updates can quickly resolve issues on Android devices.
Gadgets
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

The Android dark mode upgrade you deserve

Android's dark mode lacks contextual intelligence, limiting its usefulness despite the potential of modern device sensors.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Consider my 4-step Android refresh routine before switching to a new phone

Clearing storage and uninstalling unused apps can significantly speed up old Android phones.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

My 4-step routine to make any Android phone run like new again (and it never fails me)

Digital life
fromZDNET
4 days ago

I found a way to roll back buggy Google Services updates on Android - in just a few clicks

Rolling back Google Services updates can quickly resolve issues on Android devices.
Gadgets
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

The Android dark mode upgrade you deserve

Android's dark mode lacks contextual intelligence, limiting its usefulness despite the potential of modern device sensors.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Consider my 4-step Android refresh routine before switching to a new phone

Clearing storage and uninstalling unused apps can significantly speed up old Android phones.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

My 4-step routine to make any Android phone run like new again (and it never fails me)

fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Nothing makes it easy to share files between any Android phone and a Mac

Warp is the combination of an Android app and a browser extension, which means it'll only be helpful if you use a Chrome-based browser capable of installing the extension - but that does make it compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux, so it's more universal than AirDrop.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
1 day ago

Samsung Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A55 receive April 2026 security update

The April 2026 security patch for the Galaxy A53 comes with the update having firmware version A536NKSSGGZD1 and is currently available in South Korea.
Mobile UX
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Apple and Google are reportedly pointing users to nudify apps

Apple and Google continue to promote nudify apps despite policies against such content, raising concerns about their enforcement and user safety.
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
3 days 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.
#ai
fromTechCrunch
5 days 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
5 days 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
5 days 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
5 days 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.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Is your Pixel battery draining faster lately? These 4 temporary fixes helped me

Pixel users experience significant battery drain after the March update, with no official acknowledgment or fix from Google.
Mobile UX
fromwww.gsmarena.com
1 day ago

Weekly poll: would you buy a Poco X8 Pro or a Poco X8 Pro Max?

Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max offer flagship features at mid-range prices, appealing to budget-conscious consumers.
fromGSMArena.com
2 weeks ago

Google Chrome will get lazy loading for video and audio elements

Lazy loading is a technique that defers loading some of the heavier elements of a page until the lighter ones are loaded, allowing users to start interacting with the content sooner.
Web design
Web development
fromWebKit
6 days ago

Name-only @container queries: A solution to the naming wars

Name-only @container queries simplify styling by improving scoping without increasing specificity, addressing conflicts in CSS for elements with similar names.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Our new favorite budget phones

The best budget phones currently are the iPhone 17E and Google's Pixel 10A, with the Nothing Phone 4A Pro as a strong alternative.
fromEngadget
6 days 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
#chrome
Web development
fromZDNET
5 days 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
3 weeks 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.
Web development
fromZDNET
5 days 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
3 weeks 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.
fromGSMArena.com
3 days ago

Spotify has redesigned its tablet app, here's what's new

The redesigned tablet UI isn't just a scaled up phone version as before. Instead, it's designed to take advantage of the extra screen real estate, so you can browse and discover new favorites right alongside what you're already playing.
Mobile UX
Web development
fromCSS-Tricks
6 days ago

7 View Transitions Recipes to Try | CSS-Tricks

View transitions enhance user experience and are supported by major browsers, but require careful setup and understanding of animation types.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

You can now turn off YouTube Shorts on mobile

YouTube mobile users can now disable Shorts entirely by setting a 0-minutes limit in the app's time management settings.
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.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

Even more details about the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 leak

Qualcomm will launch Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Gen 6 Pro chipsets in September, featuring advanced CPU and GPU architectures.
Web development
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

Chrome, Vivaldi, and the challenge of changing browsers

Switching from Chrome to Vivaldi can enhance productivity and optimize digital environments for users seeking better browser experiences.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
6 days ago

Redmi K90 Max runs Geekbench, confirms its high-end chipset

Redmi K90 Max will launch with a unique cooling fan, MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC, and impressive specifications including a 6.83-inch OLED screen.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 month ago

How I turned my Pixel phone into a genuinely productive desktop computer - for free

Pixel 8 and newer phones now support Desktop Mode, enabling users to connect their phones to external monitors, mice, and keyboards for a full desktop computing experience.
#chrome-release-cycle
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.
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.
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.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
3 weeks 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.
Web development
fromWebKit
3 weeks ago

WebKit Features for Safari 26.4

Safari 26.4 introduces 44 features, including CSS Grid Lanes and WebTransport, focusing on developer requests and improving existing functionalities.
#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.
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.
Gadgets
fromTechCrunch
1 month 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.
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.
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

3 future Android features you can give yourself today

Thanks to the way Google's for years now been deconstructing Android and pulling OS-level pieces out of the operating system itself - so they exist as regular ol' apps and can consequently be updated quickly, frequently, and in a way that reaches everyone instantly, regardless of what phone or carrier they're using - even Android phones from eight years ago get updates numerous times a year that are all virtually equivalent to an entire iOS operating system rollout.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

5 Android browsers I prefer over Chrome - and why they're worth trying

The first is that the UI is highly customizable. One of my favorite customizations is the ability to move the search bar to the bottom of the window, which makes it much easier to use Opera with one hand. The second is that Opera has a built-in AI tool called Aria, and it is pretty fantastic. Aria was the first AI tool I used, and I often use it before any other service.
Privacy technologies
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Chrome on Android just got two huge upgrades that can fix your messy tabs - what's new

Chrome for Android version 144 introduces pinned tabs and tab groups features to improve mobile tab organization and management.
Gadgets
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

The best Android feature you (probably) aren't using

Android Reading Mode is a system-wide, installable feature that improves phone reading by offering enhanced, integrated reading tools beyond Chrome's reader.
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.
Web development
fromHowbrowserswork
2 months ago

How Browsers Work

Browsers convert address-bar input into normalized URLs or search queries, resolve domain names to IPs, send HTTP requests with headers, and fetch resources to render pages.
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.
Web development
fromWebKit
2 months ago

WebKit features for Safari 26.3

Safari 26.3 adds Zstandard compression, Navigation API improvements, visionOS fullscreen video dimming, and multiple bug fixes for performance and reliability.
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