Google Chrome’s New Tab Page could soon use a new AI compose box by default
Google is moving ahead with a new compose box experience for Chrome’s New Tab Page. A new Chromium code change, submitted on June 10 … [Read more…]
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Microsoft tests a big macOS change for Google Chrome that could cut browser memory use
Microsoft is testing a major change to how Chromium handles accessibility on macOS, and the early results look interesting, especially for memory usage. First … [Read more…]
Exclusive: Google plans to transform Chrome’s address bar with Drive, Gemini, and shared tabs integration
Google is working on a major overhaul of Chrome’s address bar. Internally called “Composebox,” the project turns the familiar URL bar into a multimodal … [Read more…]
Chrome for Android XR adds Immersive Playback, and tests Buy Now Pay Later by default
Techdows spotted two major Chrome for Android developments. First, it looks like Google is preparing immersive video playback for Chrome on Android XR, based … [Read more…]
Google Chrome prepares ‘Safety Hub’ feature
Google is introducing a new “Safety Hub” feature in Chrome. The feature, intended to replace the Safety check, is available in the Privacy settings. What is Safety Hub? “Chrome regularly checks to make sure your browser has the safest settings. We’ll let you know if anything needs your review”. chrome://settings/privacy page reads, with the call …
How to disable Chrome’s ‘download tray’ & get ‘Download bar’ at bottom
Google Chrome has introduced a new “download tray” on the toolbar, here is how to disable it and restore the old downloads UI
Chrome 116 to introduce ‘One-time permissions’ for greater control over websites
Google to lauch one time permissions for Chrome on desktop with “Allow this time” option. This will be available for Geolocation, Camera, and Microphone.
Chrome Incognito Mode no longer leaks Video Title & Thumbnail on Lock Screen
Google has done it. Chrome incognito mode now hides the media metadata from Windows media controllers. For instance, on Windows 11 lock screen, you’ll now see the message “A site is playing media” instead of an album title and image. Until now, when you play any video in Chrome Incognito Mode, a media notification will …
Chrome now supports Windows 11’s ‘Fluent Scrollbars’, how to enable?
You can now enable Fluent Scrollbars in Google Chrome browser on Windows.
Chrome to get ‘Link Preview’ feature like Safari for iOS
Google Chrome will soon receive the built-in ability to allow users to preview links upon hovering
How to permanently disable ‘Efficiency mode’ for Chrome in Task Manager on Windows 11
Is Efficiency mode causing Google Chrome to freeze on your Windows 11 device? Learn how to disable it permanently.
Chrome Incognito Mode to obscure Media Metadata from Windows, Android
Google to ensure Chrome doesn’t share media Metadata with OS Media Controls on desktop, Chrome OS, IOS, and Android when media is playing in Incognito Mode.