Google announced that its Chrome browser will start receiving major updates every two weeks beginning September 2026, speeding up the release schedule for new features and improvements.
The company said on Tuesday that Chrome will move from its current four-week release cycle to a two-week cycle. The change will start with Chrome version 153, which will roll out to beta and stable channels on September 8, 2026. The new schedule will apply to all platforms, including desktop computers, Android phones, and iOS devices.
Google said the faster schedule will help developers and users get new tools and improvements sooner. Each Chrome release usually includes updates related to browser stability, speed, and ease of use. Security updates will continue to be released weekly, a system that Google introduced in 2023.
The change also comes at a time when new AI-powered browsers are starting to enter the market. Companies like OpenAI and Perplexity are developing browsers with built-in AI assistants that can help automate tasks online. Some of these tools can assist with emails, meetings, and other daily activities on the web.
Google said the faster update schedule is meant to keep up with the fast-changing web platform. The company also continues to add deeper integration of its Gemini AI tools into Chrome to support new automated features.
Meanwhile, the Extended Stable version of Chrome, often used by businesses and system administrators, will stay on its current eight-week release cycle to allow more time for testing and managing updates.
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