Google Chrome 138 Debuts AI Magic & Tab Group Sync Across Devices
- Sean G
- Jun 27
- 1 min read
Google has just released Chrome 138 (v138.0.7204.49/50), packed with AI-powered enhancements, cross-device tab group sync, OCR PDF features, and important security upgrades. Let’s dive into what’s new 👇
1. AI Features Go Deeper (Gemini Required)
Chrome’s built-in Gemini AI integration now powers several helpful tools:
Summarizer API: Quickly condense long articles.
Language Detector API: Detects text language automatically.
Translator API: Offers fast translations within the browser.
Prompt API for Extensions: Lets third-party extensions tap into Gemini’s AI capabilities.
2. Tab Group Sync Between Desktop & Mobile
A major win for multitaskers: Tab groups—including group names and colored tabs—now sync across devices. Start work on your desktop, continue on your phone seamlessly .
3. OCR Support for Scanned PDFs
Chrome can now OCR scanned PDF text, making it selectable and searchable. Handy for research and document management .
4. Enhanced Safe Browsing Sync
When you opt into Enhanced Safe Browsing, that protection will sync automatically across all your Chrome-signed devices—desktop, mobile, and more.
5. DevTools AI Assist & WebGPU Enhancements
Developers get an AI-powered DevTools insights panel for console warnings, CSS tips, and network debugging. Plus, WebGPU support offers performance boosts for graphics-heavy web apps.
6. Security Fixes & Support Updates
Eleven security vulnerabilities were patched (none exploited in the wild), including one medium-risk animation flaw. Plus, Chrome 138 is the last version to support macOS 11; macOS 12+ is required for future updates.
Why You Should Upgrade
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