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Google to build Flash into Chrome browser

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On March 30, 2010, 3:07 PM

Google has confirmed rumors that future versions of its Chrome browser will come with Adobe's Flash Player integrated right out of the gate, eliminating the need for users to separately install and update the popular but often troublesome plug-in. The move is part of a larger initiative that also involves Mozilla and it's aimed at reducing the security risks of using outdated software.

For now Google is making available an initial integration of Flash Player with Chrome in the developer channel. New versions of the plug-in will install seamlessly through the auto-update system and Chrome's sandbox will be extended to web pages with Flash content in the future. On the other hand, the integration could potentially leave many Chrome users with an insecure version of Flash for some time if Adobe drags its feet patching a known vulnerability. You can easily disable the built-in Flash Player if you like, though.

The announcement comes as a number of media content providers, including CBS and The New York Times, are looking to provide alternative HTML5-based video content to support non-Flash devices such as the iPad.

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  1. March 30, 2010 4:12 PM
    IamBD said:

    Great, now if they could get Flash on Android I would be set.

    Reply
  2. March 30, 2010 7:49 PM
    9Nails, TechSpot Paladin, said:

    +1 for Flash on Android.

    (Chrome on Android would be nice too, but I'm liking Opera Mini for the time being.)

    Reply
  3. March 30, 2010 8:05 PM
    Recipe7
    Recipe7 said:

    +2

    Although, Android sooner or later will be getting the same treatment.

    Reply
  4. March 31, 2010 5:34 AM
    Puiu
    Puiu said:

    Do you think other browsers will follow?

    Reply
  5. March 31, 2010 1:25 PM
    Guest said:

    but does it update within the browser when flash issues updates? what kind of issues will there be?

    Or is it a one time flash that never gets installed?

    Reply
  6. April 1, 2010 1:17 AM
    megrawab said:

    less download hassle....

    Reply
  7. April 1, 2010 11:09 AM
    compdata
    compdata, TechSpot Paladin, said:

    Can we get chrome for iphone please? :-)

    Reply

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