Long Term Support Channel Update for ChromeOS

 A new LTS-126 version 126.0.6478.257 (Platform Version: 15886.82.0), is being rolled out for most ChromeOS devices. 

This version includes selected security fixes including:

375123371 Critical CVE-2024-10487 Out of bounds write in Dawn
372269618 High CVE-2024-10231 Type Confusion in V8
371011220 High CVE-2024-10229 Inappropriate implementation in Extensions
40076120 Medium CVE-2024-9958 Inappropriate implementation in PictureInPicture
328278718 Medium CVE-2024-9963 Insufficient data validation in Downloads



Release notes for LTS-126 can be found here 
Want to know more about Long-term Support? Click here




Giuliana Pritchard
Google ChromeOS

Passkeys Spotlight Week begins November 18th

Posted by Joseph Lewis – Technical Writer, Android Developer Relations

Tired of headaches with passwords? Ready for a future where online authentication is both faster and more secure? Then mark your calendars for Passkeys Week, November 18-22! Passkeys are an easier and more secure alternative to passwords, and are increasingly becoming the industry standard. Google is proud to support passkeys across Chrome, Android and beyond.

Part of our Spotlight Weeks series, this is your opportunity to dive deep into the world of passkeys – the revolutionary technology poised to replace passwords for good. Whether you're an Android or web developer, a security researcher, or just curious about the future of online identity, this week has something for you.

What are passkeys? They're a new type of credential that are far more secure than passwords and much easier to use. Imagine logging in with your device lock you already have set up, such as a fingerprint scan or a face scan, instead of typing out a complex string of characters. No password is used or stored on a server that could be compromised, keeping you safe from phishing attacks. And since there's no password, there' s no arcane string of characters to remember. That's the power of passkeys.

What you'll get out of Passkeys Spotlight Week

    • Gain expert insights: Join a video roundtable with Google identity experts to hear how passkeys are transforming the sign-in experience. Ask your questions on social media tagged with #PasskeysWeek, or submit your questions using our form.
    • Sharpen your skills: Explore informative blog posts and practical code samples to learn how to integrate passkeys into your own Android apps and websites.
    • Discover cross-platform solutions: See how passkeys work seamlessly across different operating systems and devices for a unified login experience.
    • Stay ahead of the curve: Get the latest updates on passkey advancements and learn about modern identity integration solutions.

We're showcasing content designed to enhance your developer experience and help you get started with adopting passkeys. These items will include:

    • In-depth blog posts covering various aspects of passkey implementation and best practices.
    • Practical code samples to help you get started with passkeys integration.
    • A video roundtable where we answer your questions about passkeys, answered by Google experts.
    • Case studies from developers who have already implemented passkeys.

How to participate

Passkeys Spotlight Week will happen entirely online at web.dev, developer.chrome.com and developer.android.com, and across Android and Chrome's Developer’s social media channels:

Follow us for the latest updates, spread the word about Passkeys Spotlight Week, and use #PasskeysWeek on your favorite social media platforms to ask questions and share your passkeys projects with the community. Check the Android Identity developer page on Monday, November 18, 2024 to read our next blog post with full details!

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best and be part of the passwordless revolution. Join us for Passkeys Spotlight Week and help shape the future of online authentication!

Google Workspace Updates Weekly Recap – November 8, 2024

4 New updates

Unless otherwise indicated, the features below are available to all Google Workspace customers, and are fully launched or in the process of rolling out. Rollouts should take no more than 15 business days to complete if launching to both Rapid and Scheduled Release at the same time. If not, each stage of rollout should take no more than 15 business days to complete.




Import data into group chats using the Google Chat API 
In September, we introduced a feature through the Google Workspace Developer Preview Program that enables developers to create group chats in import mode using the spaces.create method when migrating to Google Chat from other messaging platforms. This week, we’re excited to announce that this is now generally available for Google Workspace developers. | Roll out to Rapid Release domains and Scheduled Release domains is complete. | Available to all Google Workspace customers. | Learn more about import mode. 


Search for and reuse pre-defined queries from BigQuery in Connected Sheets
Currently, users can define saved queries in BigQuery Studio and notebooks, but they cannot reuse those queries in Connected Sheets without copy/pasting them. This week, we’re excited to announce that users can now search for and reuse pre-defined queries directly from BigQuery to load Connected Sheets data. To do so, go to Connection Settings > Edit connection > Saved queries and query editor and search for your query by project. | Rolling out now to Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains at an extended rollout pace (potentially longer than 15 days for feature visibility), with expectation completion by December 6, 2024. | Available to all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual Subscribers, and users with personal Google accounts. | Visit the Help Center to learn more about writing & editing a query and getting started with BigQuery data in Google Sheets. 

Search for and reuse pre-defined queries from BigQuery in Connected Sheets


Launching to beta: Import sensitive Microsoft Word documents as client-side encrypted Google Docs. 
Beginning this week, eligible customers can import and convert sensitive Microsoft Word files into Google Docs with client-side encryption. When collaborating with external and internal stakeholders, you may find yourself working across both Google Docs and Microsoft Word. This update keeps your work moving by layering interoperability on top of the confidentiality benefits of client-side encryption: customers are in direct control of their encryption keys and the identity service that they choose to authenticate for those keys. Eligible Google Workspace admins can use this form to request access to the beta. | Available to Google Workspace Enterprise Plus, Education Plus, and Education Standard customers. | Visit the Help Center to learn more about client-side encryption. More specific instructions will be shared once you’re accepted into the beta. 


Select Google Chat settings can now be applied at the group level 
Admins can now apply the following Google Chat settings at the group level: 
While these settings can also be configured at the Organizational Unit (OU) level, this update provides more granular control for admins. This is critical for our customers, who frequently request more flexibility in how they apply settings, giving them more flexibility on how to configure settings based on the various needs of their users. | Roll out to Rapid Release domains and Scheduled Release domains is complete. | Available to all Google Workspace customers.


Previous announcements

The announcements below were published on the Workspace Updates blog earlier this week. Please refer to the original blog posts for complete details.


View in-meeting chat messages in Google Meet live streams 
Starting this week, when you’re viewing a Google Meet live stream, you will be able to see chat messages that are sent by participants who have joined via the meeting link. | Learn more about in-meeting chat messages in Meet live streams. 


Now generally available: use Gemini in the side panel of Workspace apps in seven additional languages 
Beginning this week, select users can use Gemini in the side panel of Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Drive, and Gmail, in seven additional languages: French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish. | Learn more about additional Gemini languages. 


Announcing general availability of Google Vids: Our new AI-powered video creation app for work to help tell stories across your organization 
Earlier this year, we announced Google Vids, the newest productivity app in our suite of Google Workspace products. Vids is an AI-powered video creation app for work designed to help teams in customer service, learning and development, project ops and marketing tell more engaging stories at work through video. This week, we’re excited to announce the general availability of Google Vids for select Workspace editions. | Learn more about Vids. 


Google Vids is now available for Google Workspace for Education, providing easy video creation for teaching and learning 
Earlier this year, we announced Google Vids would soon empower educators and students to easily create and collaborate with video. This week, we’re excited to announce the general availability of Google Vids for Education Plus and Gemini for Workspace customers. | Learn more about Vids for EDU.


Introducing a refreshed library of high-quality Google Slides templates that elevate your presentations
We’re introducing a new collection of modern, professionally designed templates in Google Slides to help users build presentations much faster. These new templates cater to a wide range of use cases that provide users with the perfect starting point for their presentations. | Learn more about Slides templates.


Expanding access to the Gemini app for teen students in education
Google Workspace for Education admins can now turn on the Gemini app with added data protection as an additional service for their teen users (ages 13+ or the applicable age in your country) in the following languages and countries. | Learn more about the Gemini app for teen students in education.


Completed rollouts

The features below completed their rollouts to Rapid Release domains, Scheduled Release domains, or both. Please refer to the original blog posts for additional details.


Rapid Release Domains: 
Scheduled Release Domains: 
Rapid and Scheduled Release Domains: 

Paused rollouts

We have paused the rollout for this feature while we evaluate performance and quality. We will provide an update with new rollout information as soon as possible.

For a recap of announcements in the past six months, check out What’s new in Google Workspace (recent releases).