Mac too old to update Chrome
If you have an aging Mac lying around that struggles to run the latest macOS and has stopped receiving security updates from Apple, it's possible to give it a secure second life by installing software that essentially turns it into a Chromebook. Chrome OS Flex is the result of Google's 2020 purchase of Neverware, a company that offered an app called CloudReady that allows users to convert old PCs into Chrome OS machines. Chrome OS Flex has the same look and feel as Chrome OS, which is shipped with every Chromebook, as it's built on the same code base and includes Google Assistant, the Chrome browser, and Nearby Sharing. However, it's worth noting that there's currently no Google Play Store, and Google has
outlined some other, mainly system-level limitations of OS Flex that distinguish it from Chrome OS on native Google devices. What You'll Need
Installing Chrome OS FlexNote that use of OS Flex is free for individuals, but schools and businesses who are using CloudReady will continue to be charged a fee and subscription rate, respectively. Also bear in mind that this is an early access version, so expect some bugs (the OS can also be booted directly from a USB stick if you don't want to commit to installation). A stable version of the OS is expected to launch in the coming months.
After you have successfully booted Chrome OS Flex from your USB installer, you can permanently install Chrome OS Flex, erasing the device's existing OS and replacing it with Chrome OS Flex. If you're not yet ready to install Chrome OS Flex on devices, you can temporarily run it using the USB installer. That way, you can test and verify that device functionality, such as networking and input tools, works as expected. For more help on the installation and configuration process, consult the Chrome OS Flex installation guide. Popular StoriesSeven iOS Features Launching or Expanding in 20232023 is upon us and it will be another busy year for iPhone software. While details about iOS 17 remain slim, Apple has previously announced several features that will be available this year as part of upcoming updates like iOS 16.3 and iOS 16.4. Below, we have recapped seven iOS features that are expected to launch or expand to additional countries in 2023, such as an Apple Pay Later... Apple Releases Limited-Edition AirPods Pro in Celebration of Chinese New YearThursday December 29, 2022 6:57 pm PST by Joe Rossignol In celebration of the upcoming Chinese New Year on January 22, Apple has released limited-edition second-generation AirPods Pro with a Year of the Rabbit engraving through its online store and retail stores in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau. 2023 will be the Year of the Rabbit on the Chinese calendar. The limited-edition AirPods Pro have a specially-designed rabbit engraving on the... iOS 16 Exploit Lets You Change Your iPhone's Font System-WideFriday December 30, 2022 2:58 am PST by Sami Fathi While Apple has increased the level of customization iPhone users have access to over the years, the iPhone's system-wide font has been one thing users have not been able to change. Thanks to a new tool created by a developer, however, users will now be able to change their iPhone's font if they're running an older version of iOS 16. The developer, Zhuowei Zhang, made a tool that changes an... Apple Launching All-New CarPlay Experience in 2023 With These 5 Key FeaturesWednesday December 28, 2022 9:58 am PST by Joe Rossignol At WWDC 2022 in June, Apple previewed the next generation of CarPlay, promising deeper integration with vehicle functions like A/C and FM radio, support for multiple displays across the dashboard, personalization options, and more. Apple says the first vehicles with support for the next-generation CarPlay experience will be announced in late 2023, with committed automakers including Acura,... Apple Shuts Down Popular Weather App 'Dark Sky'The calendar has turned to January 1 and Apple has shut down popular weather app Dark Sky. The app had already been removed from the App Store in September and it stopped functioning for existing users starting today. Apple acquired Dark Sky in March 2020 and it has since incorporated many of the app's features into the preinstalled Weather app on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Earlier this... Apple Adds iOS 16.2's Home App Upgrade to Internal List of Major IssuesFriday December 30, 2022 7:16 am PST by Sami Fathi Apple has marked iOS 16.2's Home architecture update as a major issue by adding it to an internal list of issues typically only reserved for widespread and noteworthy problems, indicating the update caused widespread and systemic issues to users' HomeKit devices and setup. Earlier this month, Apple released iOS 16.2, which included an option for users to update their Home app to a new, more... Can you update Chrome on an old Mac?Open Google Chrome on your Windows or Mac computer. icon. In the resulting drop-down menu, select the Help > About Google Chrome menu options. Simply opening this page will initiate the update process.
What is the oldest macOS Chrome supports?To use Chrome browser on Mac, you'll need: macOS High Sierra 10.13 or later.
Is my computer too old to update Chrome?If your computer's CPU is more than 15 years old, it will likely lose support for Chrome starting with version 89, a report by TechSpot states.
Is my 2016 Mac too old to update?Apple only officially supports the three most recent versions of macOS (currently 10.15 Catalina, 11 Big Sur, and 12 Monterey). If you're running an older version of macOS, it is no longer receiving security or stability updates.
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