Here are Google’s latest AI updates from May 2026
The latest AI news we announced in May 2026
Here are Google’s latest AI updates from May 2026
Here are Google’s latest AI updates from May 2026
Utah State brings Gemini for Education to all K-12 schools
Google and the Utah State Board of Education partner to bring Gemini for Education to educators and students statewide.
Source: The Official Google Blog
New iOS device management settings now generally available in Google Endpoint Management
We’re introducing an expanded set of native Apple Mobile Device Management (MDM) settings to Google Endpoint Management, providing administrators with more granular control over how iOS devices are configured and secured. These new settings—spanning categories such as Apps and Services, Device Features, Data Sharing, and Backup & iCloud Sync, etc—allow admins to manage critical device behaviors directly from the Google Workspace Admin console. This update allows organizations to efficiently harden their security posture for both corporate-owned and BYOD iOS devices. With this launch, these settings will become generally available.
See below for a detailed list of the new settings by category.
Apps and Services - Writing tools, App clips, App installation from web, App installation from alternative marketplaces, Apps to be hidden, Locking apps, In app purchases
Safari - Safari history clearing, Safari private browsing
Device Features - Auto unlock, Call recording, Auto dim, Default browser modification, Personalized advertising, eSIM outgoing transfers, OTA PKI updates, iPhone mirroring, Satellite connection, RCS messaging, Unpaired external boot to recovery, Untrusted TLS prompt, Limit ad tracking, AirPlay outgoing requests pairing password, Preserve eSIM on erase
Backup and iCloud Sync - Enterprise book backup
Authentication - Fingerprint for unlock
Data Sharing - Managed pasteboard
Getting started
- Admins: Visit the Help Center to learn more about these settings.
Rollout pace
- Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on June 4, 2026
Availability
- Available to all Google Workspace customers with Google Endpoint Management
Resources
- Google Workspace Admin Help: Settings for iOS devices
Source: Google Workspace Updates
Chrome Dev for Desktop Update
The Dev channel has been updated to 151.0.7872.0 for Windows, Mac and Linux.
A partial list of changes is available in the Git log. Interested in switching release channels? Find out how. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug. The community help forum is also a great place to reach out for help or learn about common issues.
Chrome Release Team
Google Chrome
Source: Google Chrome Releases
Kaggle is making AI benchmark creation effortless
Today, we’re launching local development for Kaggle Benchmarks.
Source: The Official Google Blog
Industry leaders share new perspectives on generative media for startups
We’re sharing our findings in Google for Startups’ latest report, the Future of AI: Perspectives on generative media for startups.
Source: The Official Google Blog
A new profile to help publishers and creators highlight their work on Search
We’re introducing a new, dedicated space for creators, publishers and brands.
Source: Search
Chrome Dev for Android Update
Hi everyone! We've just released Chrome Dev 151 (151.0.7872.3) for Android. It's now available on Google Play.
You can see a partial list of the changes in the Git log. For details on new features, check out the Chromium blog, and for details on web platform updates, check here.
If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug.
Chrome Release Team
Google Chrome
Source: Google Chrome Releases
Meet Kameirah, this year’s Doodle for Google winner!
Kameirah, a high school senior from Washington, shares more about the inspiration behind her winning Doodle.
Source: The Official Google Blog
We’re announcing a new data center and energy investments in Gray and Roberts Counties, Texas.
Google and Intersect are announcing construction of the Meitner Energy Center, a new data center and new energy generation in Texas.