Google has decided to speed up the Chrome release cycle to once every two weeks starting later this year. This step is taken to quickly bring new features and performance improvements.
In 2021, Google has cut its release schedule from the original six weeks to four weeks. They also introduced weekly security updates in 2023 to strengthen browser protection.
This decision was made because Google realized that the web platform continues to evolve rapidly. Google wants to ensure that developers and all Chrome users get the latest improvements and capabilities.
Therefore, Google has simplified its release cycle from four weeks to two weeks. This smaller release cycle is believed to minimize technical disruptions to the system.
In addition, the process of identifying problems or post-release debugging is said to be simpler. This major change is scheduled to take effect with the launch of the stable version of Chrome 154 in September. This will include beta and stable versions for desktop, Android, and iOS devices.
Although the release of its features is accelerated, the weekly security update will still run gradually as usual. The Dev and Canary channels will not experience any process changes because of their experimental nature.
"The beta version of Chrome for each version will be released three weeks before the stable release. We recommend that developers test with the beta version to always get the latest information about changes that may affect your sites and applications," Google said.
For enterprise customers, the eight-week Extended Stable release schedule will not change. Specifically for Chromebooks, Google is adjusting the release channel to remain stable through dedicated platform testing.
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