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Early Stable Update for Desktop

 The Stable channel has been updated to 147.0.7727.24/.25 for Windows and Mac as part of our early stable release to a small percentage of users. A full list of changes in this build is available in the log.

You can find more details about early Stable releases here.

Interested in switching release channels?  Find out how here. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug. The community help forum is also a great place to reach out for help or learn about common issues.


Srinivas Sista

Google Chrome

Chrome Beta for Desktop Update

The Beta channel has been updated to 147.0.7727.24 for Windows, Mac and Linux.

A partial list of changes is available in the Git log. Interested in switching release channels? Find out how. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug. The community help forum is also a great place to reach out for help or learn about common issues.

Chrome Release Team
Google Chrome

Meet the class of 2026 for the Google Play Apps Accelerator

Posted by Robbie McLachlan, Developer Marketing


The wait is over! We are incredibly excited to share the Google Play Apps Accelerator class of 2026. We’ve handpicked a group of high-potential studios from across the globe to embark on a 12-week journey designed to supercharge their success.

Here’s what’s in store for the program’s first ever class:
  • Curated learning: virtual masterclasses and workshops led by industry trailblazers.
  • Guidance & mentorship: 1-to-1 sessions covering everything from technical scaling to leadership.
  • Direct access: exclusive sessions with experts from Google and the world's top studios.

Without further ado, join us in congratulating them!

Google Play Apps Accelerator | Class of 2026

Americas

Anytune

AstroVeda

BetterYou

Changed

Focus Forge

Human Program

Know Your Lemons

kweliTV

Language Innovation

Matraquinha

MR ROCCO

MUU nutrition

NKENNE

Skarvo

Starcrossed

Wishfinity

Asia Pacific

Human Health

Kitakuji

Lazy Surfers

Mellers Tech

Reehee Company

Europe, Middle East & Africa

cabuu

Class54 Education

Digital Garden

EverPixel

Geolives

HelloMind

ifal

Idea Accelerator

Maposcope

Ochy

Picastro

Pixelbite

Record Scanner

Talkao

unorderly

Xeropan International



Congratulations again to all the founders selected, we can’t wait to see your apps grow on our platform.

The Google Play Apps Accelerator is part of our mission to help businesses of all sizes grow on Google Play and reach their full potential. Discover more about Google Play’s programs, resources and tools.

Generate custom music in Google Vids, powered by Lyria 3 and Lyria 3 Pro

You can now generate custom music in Google Vids, powered by Lyria 3 and Lyria 3 Pro, Google’s latest music generation model.

Using text-based prompting, Vids users can generate clips (about 30 seconds) or longer tracks (up to three minutes) for their video projects. A user might, for instance, need an upbeat, high-tempo track featuring pop-style lyrics tailored for their product pitch. Instead of having to search for the perfect track, now users can simply write a prompt in Vids to create the exact track they’re looking for.

Whether you need music that matches your brand’s style for an internal announcement video or a track for an ad you’re publishing to announce a new product, this capability enhances the overall video creation experience by delivering high-quality music that is highly relevant to your company or organization’s brand and style.

Users can generate and insert custom music


Getting started

Rollout pace

Availability

  • Business: Business Starter, Standard, and Plus
  • Enterprise: Enterprise Starter, Standard, and Plus
  • Education: Education Plus
  • Consumer: Google AI Pro and Ultra
  • Other Editions: Individual; Nonprofits
  • AI Add-ons: AI Ultra Access; AI Expanded Access; Google AI Pro for Education
  • Other Add-ons: Teaching and Learning
Note: Feature will launch under ‘promotional access.’ Limits are subject to change.

**For a limited time, at least through May 31, 2026, Business Starter, Enterprise Starter, Nonprofit, Education Plus, and Teaching and Learning add-on accounts can access generative AI features in Vids. Learn about Google Vids availability.

Resources

Create longer musical tracks in the Gemini app with Lyria 3 Pro

Last month, we introduced 30-second tracks with Lyria 3, featuring custom music generation designed to spark creative expression. Now, we’re also introducing Lyria 3 Pro, an advanced version that allows users to create tracks up to three minutes long, with customization and creative control. Lyria 3 Pro better understands musical composition, so users can now prompt for specific elements like intros, verses, choruses, and bridges. It’s great for experimenting with different styles or adding custom tracks to projects, presentations, or assets.


Note: Lyria 3 Pro music generation in Gemini is currently available globally in English, Japanese, Korean, Hindi, Spanish, Portuguese, German, and French for users over the age of 18.

Getting started

  • Admins: The Gemini app and related in-app tools are controlled by the Generative AI settings in the Workspace Admin console. Music generation in Gemini is subject to these existing controls. Visit the Help Center to learn more about turning the Gemini app on or off.
  • End users: End users will receive access to full-length songs in Lyria 3 automatically. To get started, select “Create music” from the tools menu.

Rollout pace

Availability

  • Business: Business Standard and Plus
  • Enterprise: Enterprise Standard and Plus
  • AI Add-ons: Google AI Pro for Education, AI Expanded Access, AI Ultra Access
  • Consumer: Google AI Pro and Ultra

Resources