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Closing the knowledge gap with agent skills

To bridge the gap between static model knowledge and rapidly evolving software practices, Google DeepMind developed a "Gemini API developer skill" that provides agents with live documentation and SDK guidance. Evaluation results show a massive performance boost, with the gemini-3.1-pro-preview model jumping from a 28.2% to a 96.6% success rate when equipped with the skill. This lightweight approach demonstrates how giving models strong reasoning capabilities and access to a "source of truth" can effectively eliminate outdated coding patterns.

Chrome for Android Update

 Hello Everyone! We've just released Chrome 147 (147.0.7727.24) for Android to a small percentage of users. It'll become available on Google Play over the next few days. You can find more details about early Stable releases here.

This release includes stability and performance improvements. You can see a full list of the changes in the Git log. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug.

Harry Souders
Google Chrome

Announcing v23.2 of the Google Ads API

Today, we’re announcing the v23.2 release of the Google Ads API. To use the new v23.2 features, you must upgrade your client libraries and client code. All the updated client libraries and code examples have been published.

Come join us for a live walkthrough of this release in our "Google Ads API Release Highlights" event on Discord or on our Ads Developers YouTube Live tomorrow (March 26th at 11a ET). This will also be recorded and posted on YouTube for those who can’t make the live events. If you have any questions or want to discuss this post, reach out to us in the #ads-api channel on Discord.

Here are some of the key features in this release:

Where can I learn more?

The following resources can help you get started:

For technical support issues, reach out to https://support.google.com/google-ads/gethelp

 - , Google Ads API Team

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.

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