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Google says Chrome now outperforms Safari on Mac
Google is rolling out Chrome version 99 for Mac. The company says Chrome now outperforms Safari on Mac thanks to the new technologies it has added in the new update. Learn more about Chrome v99 on macOS here.
Chrome now lets you link to a portion of text instead of the whole page
The feature is rolling out on Chrome for desktop and Android, and will soon be making its way to the iOS build of Google's browser as well.
Microsoft and Google working together to combat browser compatibility issues
Microsoft and Google are coming together to help web developers by establishing…
Google will not build alternatives once third-party ad tracking is dropped
Google will soon be following the footsteps of other browsers like Firefox and Safari to eliminate third-party tracking cookies.
Google will release Chrome updates more frequently to add new features
Google will now release new Chrome updates every four weeks, starting with Chrome v94 that will be out in third quarter of 2021.
Chrome eases profile switching with a dash of colors and adds Reading List too
In adding to easing the process of switching between profiles, Chrome for Android and desktop also gets a useful Reading List feature.
Chrome on iOS will protect your incognito tabs behind a layer of biometric security
Chrome will blur incognito tabs as you switch to another app and will only grant access after verifying your identity via Touch ID / Face ID.
Apple’s iCloud Passwords Chrome extension eases switching between Windows and macOS
iCloud Passwords extension automatically fills website passwords saved in iCloud Keychain that were originally generated using Safari browser.
Chrome on Android is testing a Read Later feature with a dedicated Reading List
Read Later in Chrome browser for Android is currently being tested in Canary channel, but you can already enable it on the stable version.
Google directs Chrome extensions to disclose what they do with user data
In order to ensure users are aware, developers will have to reveal- in simple words - the type of data that their Chrome extensions collect.
New M1 MacBook Air has been found with 128GB for just $799
We get new information about Apple's latest M1 Macs, which mention a new 128GB variant, future Windows integration, and new Chrome speeds
Pocketnow Daily: Apple CUTS 30% App Store Tax: Sorry Epic Games.. (video)
On today's Pocketnow Daily, we talk about Apple's latest changes in commission rates, A new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Lite, and more.
Chrome gets a huge performance boost and a useful tab search tool
When users type a query that resembles a settings option, they’ll see an action button right in Chrome's universal URL bar.
Chrome’s “Kaleidoscope” page will put all streaming services in one place
A dedicated page will show icons for services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+, which can be clicked to open the desired streaming service.
Google Chrome for Android will soon let you schedule downloads
The new "Choose when to download" pop-up window will give users three options to choose from - Now, On Wi-Fi, and Pick date & time.
Pocketnow Daily: There’s ANOTHER iPhone 12 Problem? (video)
On today's Pocketnow Daily, we talk about the new rumors about the batteries in the iPhone 12 lineup, more Google Pixel 4a leaks and more
Chrome will remove demanding ads that drain battery, data and system resources
Google will test the new ad behavior monitoring experiment on Chrome over the next few months before implementing it in August.
Chrome is getting a tab grouping feature to make your browser life easier
Tab grouping on desktop is already available on Chrome Beta and will start rolling out on all platforms via the stable channel starting next week.
Stadia now supports 5.1 surround sound and on-screen keyboard in Chrome
Google Stadia has just received a new software update that will improve your gaming experience while playing on Chrome and more