Many of you have probably heard of Chromium and wondered just what it is. The answer is a bit hazy for most, but François Beaufort is here to try to show you what it’s all about.
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Chromium reaches version 35
Chromium has graduated from version 34 and moved on to 35. This means we will see more new features and improvements – what would you like to see in Chromium 35?
Google testing new Chrome permission request bubbles – do you think they’re better?
Google is considering introducing newly-designed permission requests, stating they are more noticeable. But… are they?
Chrome’s “App Info” function will give you app details quicker and easier
Isn’t it annoying having to go through the settings just to see your Chrome apps’ details? Google is making it easier for you in the latest Chromium update.
Chromium updates photo app with highly-requested improvements
Chromium users rejoice! The team has been putting attention to your requests and they have updated the photo app with some great features.
“OK Google” hotword extension now being integrated into Chrome
We have been using the Google Voice Search Hotword (Beta) for a while now. This feature is expected to be embedded in Chrome and now we know Google is working on that.
Google announces Pwnium 4, giving $2.7 million to Chrome OS hackers
You think you have what it takes to go through Google’s security and hack a Chromebook? Pwnium 4 is coming up and you can get a big lump of cash if you succeed!
Chromium adds “quick search” links to the sync settings
Chromium has added a new feature that allows you to quickly jump between your sync settings by categories. It’s called the “sync settings”, but they are more like quick links.
Aura now available in Chromium for Linux
Google’s Chromium browser gets you the latest features before they arrive to any of the other Chrome versions, and now you can also experience the Aura UI.
You can now customize origin chip (URL address) in Chromium
Google doesn’t seem to be sure of what will happen to the origin chip, so they are giving Chromium users more customizability. Where do you like your origin chip?
Chrome will notify which extensions were manually installed in developer mode
Google wants to make sure you are safe from malicious extensions. This is why they are blocking sites from being able to install extensions in your browser, but clearly that isn’t enough!
Chromium experiment let’s you create apps for any website
Some Chrome apps are just glorified shortcuts, so why can’t we just make any website an app/shortcut? Chromium users now can, and soon you might be able to, as well!
Google adds support for transparency in Chromium WebView
WebView has been improved in the latest Chromium build, allowing developers to make the WebView section transparent.
Google looking for Linux Chrome Aura testers
Want to help Google make Chrome much better-better looking and more efficient? If you are a Linux user, Google is looking for you!
With Chromium for Mac and Windows, your passwords are now safer
Chrome is a very secure browser, but that doesn’t mean it has it is flawless. Google has just fixed one of the biggest security oversights in its browser.
New Chromium password management lets you control passwords from bubble
Password management can be a mess in Chrome. That is why the Chromium team is working on a solution, and we must say it’s looking pretty cool!
Folders now included in Chrome Bookmarks Search
Today, Google closes a feature request that has been open since 2009! Chrome is now able to search for folders in the Bookmarks Search function.
Chrome collapsible Rich Notifications being tested, but they need to be improved
Is your Chrome notifications area getting too crowded? Maybe you need some Rich Notifications to expose less details. Google is testing collapsible Rich Notifications and they are looking promising, but not perfect.
Android WebView now based on Chromium – all for the best
Android 4.4 KitKat has everyone going crazy! There are many reasons to be excited, but we like to see Google making its current features better. That is exactly what they did with WebView!
Guest browsing mode coming to Chrome for desktop
Ever needed to browse a friend’s computer privately? Soon you will be able to! Come learn all about it.
Opera browser now based on Chromium
Opera has always been a good browser but it won’t beat Chrome. This is why the browser has joined Google and now uses the open source Chromium engine! How is it better?
Chromebooks soon to get NFC support!
Google’s Chromium OS team is currently working on bringing NFC technology to Chromebooks. This means soon we will be able to automate tasks activated via NFC. What would YOU use NFC for?
Chromebook Pixel announced & released – get it now from the Google Play Store!
This is by far the most exciting day of the year for any Chrome fan. Rumors have been flying! Is it real? Is the leaked video a fake? Is it even possible? Well, it is. It is very real. So real that it has been released a few moments ago and you can now purchase […]
Is the new Samsung Chromebook really the best device of 2012?
It is hard to think of any Chromebook as the best device of the year, especially when it is competing against all gadgets, from smartphones to gaming supercomputers. Fortune Magazine has just published its Best of the Best of the Year section for 2012, and guess what? The new $250 Samsung Chromebook is the best […]
Chromium OS ported to the Nexus 7
Chromium OS has been slowly spreading and the launch of that $250 Samsung Chromebook will definitely help the cause. With this new Chrome notebook, more users will be enticed to jump ship and use a Chromebook for casual computing. There might be a more affordable solution coming for those that own a Nexus 7, though, […]