The Beta channel has been updated to 33.0.1750.51 (Platform version: 5116.45.0) for all Chrome OS devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes, security updates and feature enhancements. Systems will be receiving updates over the next several days.

Some highlights of these changes are:
  • Opt-in feature can be configured in Admin Console for enterprise devices to report their hardware MAC addresses. This data is accessible only by admins via Admin Console.
  • Added policies for admins to set/allow avatar for public sessions.
  • Enabled the ability to playback content protected videos in HD in all ARM devices.
  • Enabled people search for contacts in the launcher. You can start a Hangouts chat or email them.
  • New first-run UI to provide a more lightweight, polished, and personalized experience.
If you find new issues, please let us know by visiting our forum or filing a bug. Interested in switching channels? Find out how. You can submit feedback using ‘Report an issue...’ in the Chrome menu (3 horizontal bars in the upper right corner of the browser).

Dharani Govindan
Google Chrome