ChromeOS Release M127
- Stable Channel Release Date: August 8, 2024
New Features and Enhancements
Productivity Features
- Manifest V3 Transition: Chrome extensions must migrate to Manifest V3 by June 2025 for improved privacy and security.
- Read Aloud in Reading Mode: Use Text-to-Speech to hear content read aloud, enhancing focus and comprehension.
- Classroom Glanceables: Students can access and manage assignments directly from their Chromebook home screen.
Accessibility and Ease of Use
- Improved PDF Accessibility: AI-powered OCR in the Gallery app makes PDFs accessible for low vision and blind users.
- Chrome Profile Separation: Enhanced policies for separating personal and work Chrome profiles, ensuring privacy and compliance.
Developer and Enterprise Features
- DevTools AI Insights: AI-generated suggestions for fixing warnings and errors in the Chrome DevTools Console.
- HTTPS-First Mode: Enabled by default in Incognito, with warnings for insecure HTTP sites.
- Bluetooth Call Controls: Manage calls using buttons on compatible Bluetooth headsets, including mute functionality.
- PDF Management: Delete or reorder PDF pages in the Gallery app.
- Video Conferencing Enhancements: New status indicators for Noise Cancellation, Live Captions, Relighting, and Blur in the video control panel.