Release of Chrome OS 84

Took place operating system release Chrome OS 84, based on the Linux kernel, upstart init system, ebuild/portage build tools, open components, and web browser Chrome 84. The user environment of Chrome OS is limited to the web browser, and instead of standard applications, web applications are used; nevertheless, Chrome OS includes a fully functional multi-window interface, desktop, and taskbar. The Chrome OS 84 build is available for most current models of Chromebook. Enthusiasts are created have created unofficial builds for regular computers with x86, x86_64, and ARM processors. The source texts is distributed are under the open Apache 2.0 license.

Key changes downward API support (simultaneously with this in Chrome OS 84:

  • It includes a new Explore app, which has replaced the Get Help program. This app is designed to work with the built-in help system (it can operate without a network connection) and to provide information about the device.
  • The ability to use the volume control buttons for taking photos with the built-in camera or managing video recording while the device is in tablet mode.
  • Video recorded with the built-in camera can now be saved in MP4 (H.264) format, making it easier to open the captured video in other applications.
  • In overview mode, there is now a quick split-screen option by moving a window to the left or right edge. When connecting multiple displays to the device, windows can now be easily moved between screens in overview mode.
  • In the environment for running Linux applications Crostini access to the microphone has been added. Control of access is done in the 'Settings for Linux (Beta)' section. By default, access to the microphone is denied.
  • The option to resize the on-screen keyboard by moving any of its edges has been provided.
  • The ChromeVox screen reader now supports search for quick navigation to supported commands, options, and modes.

Source: opennet.ru

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