Chrome’s dark mode may cast its shadow over Macs by early 2019
By early 2019 Google may release a version of Chrome for Mac users that offers a Dark Mode feature to match MacOS Mojave's recent darkening. The eye-strain reduction feature may be released as part of Chrome 72 or 73. Regardless of when, it does as though the feature is in the works.
Microsoft’s Chromium Edge browser may be adding your Chrome extensions
Fans sticking to Google Chrome because due to its vast extension library might be able to switch over to Microsoft's latest iteration of Edge, as a Microsoft project manager confirms that the company has its eyes set on supporting full-fledged Chrome extensions in the future.
Chrome update could create tab groups for easier reading
Google is reportedly working on an update for its Chrome browser which would introduce groups to its tabs, thereby making it possible to bring related tabs together to help declutter the tab bar. Such a system would also make it easier to read what tabs are what, an improvement over the existing shrunken tabs.
Tab Groups could be a dream for multitaskers working in browser tabs
Multi-taskers who open multiple tabs inside a browser know how easy it is to get lost inside Chrome. Google may be working on a solution that's not dissimilar to MacOS Mojave's desktop Stacks, to help you keep your Chrome experience organized. The answer could arrive in Tab Groups if Google launches this feature.
Google’s Squoosh will get an image web-ready with in-browser compression
Google debuted a new in-browser image editing and compression tool, Squoosh. It takes images, changes their format to something popular and gives you detailed options for resizing and optimizing, making it a great option for those looking to tweak their images for uploading to websites and portfolios.
Google focuses on making ecommerce safer with the launch of Chrome 71
Google is on a mission to make online commerce safer. With the launch of Chrome 71 in December, Google will alert you if you visit a website where the billing terms aren't clear. Hopefully, this means that web surfers won't be duped into a subscription fee when they thought they were making a one-time payment.
Won’t get fooled again: Chrome 71 to block all ads on abusive sites
If a website displays ads which are designed to trick or manipulate users and Google finds out about it, its Chrome browser will start blocking all of their ads, starting in December. The Chrome 71 release is looking to crack down on abusive web practices, and hoodwinking ads is one of them.
Beware of malware, adware when downloading Google Chrome through Microsoft Edge
Downloading Google Chrome through Microsoft Edge is apparently dangerous, as a Bing search returned a fake advertisement that leads to suspected malware. The link leads to a legitimate-looking website that could trick unsuspecting users, as pointed out on Twitter by user Gabriel Landau.
Can Chrome replace your game console? Google’s Project Stream argues it can
Google's Project Stream wants to bring console gaming directly to your Chrome browser by streaming it over the internet. It's a method that could let you enjoy top-tier games on otherwise incapable hardware, but Project Steam's beta has room for improvement.
Chrome 70 could break thousands of websites, but that’s their own fault
Chrome 70 will drop support for older Symantec security certificates and that will cause thousands of sites to display security warnings by as early as October 16. Google announced that it will drop support for compromised certificates more than a year ago, but there are still some web developers holding out.
Chrome 70 allows users to opt out of controversial auto sign-in feature
Users of Google Chrome 69 have been finding themselves unexpectedly signed into their browser when attempting to log in to a Google website, but now, the company promises that Chrome 70 will allow users to opt out if desired. The move comes after privacy concerns were raised concerning the feature.
Chrome 69 logs you in without consent, but Google says it’s for your own good
After widespread criticism for how Chrome 69 behaves when users log into a Google service, Google was forced into updating its privacy policy. Google denies it made the changes to track its users, and that it is not automatically uploading your browser information whenever you log into a Google service on Chrome 69.
Google tried to kill ‘www,’ until Chrome users protested the change
Google has made it no secret that it wants to kill off web addresses to make the internet a safer place. That plan began with hiding the "www" and "m" subdomains from Chrome URLs with Chrome 69 last week, but user backlash forced Google to temporarily reverse course.
Riddled with problems, Chrome 69 isn’t the celebration Google hoped for
Even though Google gave Chrome a makeover with an entirely new look, a number of users would like the option to revert back to an older build of the browser for more stability. Chrome's new design also brought new problems, and many users are reporting issues on Google's product support forum.
Hacked Chrome extension disguised as legitimate version steals logins
If you use Chrome extensions, you should beware of some of the security risks. Cloud service Mega.nz was recently hacked, resulting in the upload of a malicious copy of its Chrome extension Google's web store. The hacked extension was designed to steal web logins from users.
Firefox Quantum review
Firefox has been playing catch-up ever since Chrome hit it big, but Mozilla’s Firefox Quantum aims to leap a step forward into the future, and it's working. The new iteration of Mozilla's classic browser is fast, modern, and offers some unique privacy tools which could make it a worthy Chrome replacement.
Chrome’s picture-in-picture mode for videos is expected to arrive next month
Google's Chrome 69 update is expected to arrive in September with support for picture-in-picture mode for video. The feature should delight multitaskers, as it allows videos to play in a pop-up window in the desktop, freeing up space for other content on your screen.
When it comes to Chrome, there may not be a reason to expect privacy
Even if you're browsing with Incognito mode enabled on the Chrome browser, Google could still identify you if at any point during that session you log into a Google account or service, a new report suggests. Google denied using this practice, but Chrome users should still be cautious.
Google Chrome now shows browser notifications in Windows 10 Action Center
With the latest Chrome 68 update, Windows 10 users who rely on Google's Chrome browser will begin to see a change on how Chrome displays notification. Google will be switching away from its custom notification engine and instead display browser notifications in Windows 10's Action Center.
Daydream VR users can browse with Google Chrome in virtual space
Tired of browsing the internet in your boring regular reality? If you're a Daydream VR user, you no longer have to, as Google has announced the ability to use Google Chrome from within your Daydream VR headset. It comes with the usual features you'd expect from Chrome, with a few just for Daydream.
Unlock Google’s cool new Material Design interface hidden inside Chrome 68
Although Google’s Material Design user interface recently popped in the Chrome Canary channel, you can actually enable part of this interface in Chrome 68 for the desktop and Apple iOS devices. This is done by enabling the setting using the “flags” command in the address bar.
Google Chrome now consumes more memory due to a new Spectre fix
Version 67 of Google’s Chrome browser for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chrome OS now includes a new security feature called Site Isolation. This new component protects web surfers against Spectre-based attacks on the internet but for a price: 10 to 13 percent more system memory consumption.
Google’s Chrome desktop browser is about to receive a major facelift
If you subscribe to Google’s nightly build of Chrome “Canary,” the latest release for Windows, Linux, and Chrome OS now sports a much-needed facelift thanks to the new Material Design user interface. It’s set as the default, providing enhancements to the boring outdated Chrome look.
Chrome now supports the new password-free login standard
After Firefox introduced WebAuthn support in early May, the latest version of Chrome supports the new standard too. That means websites that support WebAuthn won't require a password each time you log onto the site. Based on our test, you still need a physical security key.
How Chrome and other browsers came together to protect you from Spectre
Google's Chris Palmer said that the security teams from major browser developers worked together to protect you from web-based Spectre attacks. For Chrome, Google incorporated a method called site isolation, which isolates the origins of each webpage so that data is not shared between those origins.
Here’s everything we saw at the action-packed Google I/O 2018 keynote
Google I/O 2018 is finally here, and boy are there some great announcements to go over. From improvements to Android, to updates to Google Assistant, to a revamped Google News, to improvements to Google Maps, here's everything we saw at the Google I/O 2018 keynote.
Chrome’s search bar may soon display pictures for your browsing pleasure
Google is testing a redesigned search bar that features images in the search suggestions. The descriptive images and text shown in the auto-suggested results would make it more useful for users to find what they need, and you can try out this new experience on the Chrome Canary channel today.
Microsoft preps next Windows update, as latest build breaks Chrome browser
Microsoft's recent update for WIndows 10, the April update, appears to have broken the Chrome browser for some users. A growing number are reporting crashes and freezes when using the browser after the latest update, and apart from one workaround, there hasn't been much of a response to the issue as of yet.
20 million Chrome users are fooled into downloading fake ad blockers
Even though Google had removed five ad blockers from its Chrome stores for using malicious code to harvest your browsing data, the lesson is to beware of fakes! These ad blockers, combined, generated more than 20 million downloads. Just remember to only download software from authors and sources you trust.
Chrome’s desktop browser now supports web-based VR on the Oculus Rift
The latest stable version of Google's Chrome browser for desktop now supports the Oculus Rift headset via WebVR. The browser will automatically detect the headset, determine its capabilities, and render web-based virtual reality experiences at a compatible framerate. Firefox supports the Rift too.
Microsoft Windows Defender extension offers Chrome users extra protection
Chrome users will have a little bit of extra protection when they surf the internet. Microsoft has brought its Windows Defender protection to Chrome as a browser extension in a bid to help users identify malicious websites and thwart phishing. Microsoft notes that Windows Defender is 99 percent effective.
Major web browsers will support web-based fingerprint, facial authentication
The World Wide Web Consortium said on Tuesday that Google, Microsoft, and Mozilla are currently working to incorporate the new WebAuthn standard into their browsers. This will enable web-based biometric authentication without the need for additional software.
Google’s new ‘tablet mode’ further blurs the line between Chrome OS and Android
It’s still too early to tell if Chrome OS will replace Android on tablets, but with a new tablet mode, Chrome OS tablets will gain more touchscreen support. As Google focuses on touch, Chrome OS may not be as reliant on the keyboard and mouse for input in the future.
Google Chrome Canary update adds new quick-access emoji menu
Google has added a new emoji menu to its Chrome browser in the latest Canary release, making it easier to show your emotion in text boxes online.