Chrome 145 Brings WebGPU Improvements and iOS Data Import
Google Chrome 145, released January 27, 2026, introduces experimental WebGPU controls and Safari data import capability for iOS users.
Google released Chrome 145 on January 27, 2026, delivering new capabilities for developers and iOS users alike. The release focuses on graphics API improvements and cross-platform data migration features.
WebGPU Toggle for Advanced Control
Chrome 145 introduces a manual toggle for WebGPU, the next-generation graphics API. While WebGPU is supported across major browsers in 2026, it remains disabled by default in Chrome versions 145-150, allowing developers to enable it for testing WebGPU-accelerated applications. Safari 26.0 ships with WebGPU enabled by default on macOS Tahoe 26, iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and visionOS 26.
Safari Data Import for iOS
Chrome for iOS now supports importing user data from Safari, including bookmarks, history, passwords, payment cards, and reading list entries. Users must export their Safari data as a zip file through iOS settings—Chrome cannot access this data directly. The feature streamlines browser transitions for users switching to Chrome on iOS devices.
Security and Stability Updates
The release includes security patches and performance improvements. Chrome 145's Early Stable release was moved forward from February 4 to January 28, 2026, accelerating availability of these updates to users.
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