On the Chrome app for Android, a new API will be added to address the issue of social media sharing buttons. While major social networks like Twitter and Facebook have been covered, smaller services are often overlooked. Meanwhile, website developers manually add services, increasing the risk of crashes and security issues.
Expect Chrome 61 to be Smarter and Safer upon its Release
Introducing the New Web Share API, enabling websites to trigger the native Android share dialog. Currently, this dialog allows users to share text, links, and other content within any of their installed native apps. In the future, the API will be expanded to include sharing capabilities with installed web apps.
Chrome 61 is now equipped with support for the WebUSB API, allowing apps to communicate with peripheral devices. While most hardware like keyboards, mice, and printers has been supported by advanced web APIs, specialized peripheral devices for education, science, or industry are now included.
Chrome will automatically expand videos to full-screen mode when rotating content within native apps. Similarly, instead of the entire browser, the Custom Chrome Tab will launch when navigating from an installed web app to a website outside the scope of the original web app.
In terms of security and safety, websites will exit full-screen mode automatically if a JavaScript dialog is open.
Chrome 61 brings forth subtle enhancements, including the incorporation of the Network Information API for desktop versions. This empowers websites to access the device's connectivity details. Additionally, the Device RAM API allows websites to monitor RAM usage, optimizing the performance of web applications.
Chrome 61, set to launch soon, promises to be smarter and more secure.
In the coming weeks, Chrome 60 will receive its stable release. Furthermore, Google is gearing up to officially introduce ad-blocking features for Chrome on Android. For detailed information, follow the article on Chrome for Android's updated ad-blocking capabilities here. Whether you're on a computer or any mobile device, always keep your Google Chrome browser up to date to enjoy the latest features.
