• Cryptocurrency
  • Earnings
  • Enterprise
  • About TechBooky
  • Submit Article
  • Advertise Here
  • Contact Us
TechBooky
  • African
  • AI
  • Metaverse
  • Gadgets
Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors
  • African
  • AI
  • Metaverse
  • Gadgets
Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors
TechBooky
Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors
Home Cloud

Zoom Makes Compulsory PWA for Chrome OS Users

Olagoke Ajibola by Olagoke Ajibola
November 23, 2021
in Cloud, Product news
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

During the pandemic, while the world was on lockdown, video conferencing apps exploded and gained popularity as schools and businesses depended on them to stay connected. Zoom was one of the apps that gained so much popularity. The Video conference app has compulsorily withdrawn support for its original Chrome OS extension as the only option is the Zoom Progressive Web App (PWA).

Although the PWA version of Zoom for Chrome OS seems unreliable right now, as it is reportedly facing issues. Chromebook users have no choice other than to attend video or organize video conferences through Zoom’s PWA.  The issues the PWA version of Zoom for Chrome OS is currently facing include; the gallery view option is no longer supported on most Chromebooks, some users facing problems with microphone settings, and some complaining that the app sometimes makes them sign out of accounts at random.

Earlier in June, the dedicated app for Chromebook was launched. The Zoom PWA functions just like any normal app would but won’t perform all functions natively. All its features and functionalities are delivered through the Web. The original app has reportedly been taken down from the Chrome Web Store and may only be accessible via a direct link. According to the report, as soon as the user opens Zoom’s Chrome OS extension, they receive a notice which says that “Zoom client must be upgraded to join this meeting.”

For Chrome OS users who are interested in installing the PWA, it’s a simple as installing an Android app. The functions you get are just like the Zoom app on other platforms. On Windows or Mac desktop, it offers features like customizable gallery views, self-select breakout rooms, live transcriptions, live translations with assigned interpreters, background masking feature for privacy, and raised hand and meeting reactions. Zoom claims that PWAs are much faster and more functional than a regular app. One factor that makes it a good fit for cloud-based devices is because it reportedly takes up less storage.

Chrome OS users are advised to download the Zoom PWA from the Web or Google Play to host or join meetings. For now, the app has 3.5 stars rating on Google. According to user reviews that appeared in the store, the Gallery View option no longer has support for most Chromebooks, while some are facing problems with microphone settings. Some users have complained that the app randomly signs them out of their accounts. Zoom is yet to officially make an announcement for the discontinuation of its original Chrome OS extension.

Related Posts:

  • 1650037494_Download-Google-Chrome-Free-PC-Mac
    Google Adds New Chrome Features To Make Browsing Smoother
  • 6650f7f0-14b2-11ed-ba7b-70623770e37e-780×470
    YouTube Is Experimenting A New feature Called Pinch-To-Zoom
  • GettyImages-1208677868
    Zoom Is Evolving, Introduces New AI Features
  • 1650037494_Download-Google-Chrome-Free-PC-Mac
    Google Chrome Has Security Updates Users Need To…
  • ZOOM office
    Zoom Makes a Surprise Comeback, Stock Soars 13%
  • Zoom-Logo
    Zoom's Stock Tumbles as Investors Doubt New Product Lineup
  • AIC-Header-1024×570
    Zoom Enhances AI Companion with Agentic Capabilities
  • Google Chrome Selects Windows OS Versions The Web Browser Will Quit Supporting By February.
    Google Chrome Selects Windows OS Versions The Web…

Discover more from TechBooky

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Tags: appchromegoogleuserszoom
Olagoke Ajibola

Olagoke Ajibola

Olagoke Ajibola is a creative writer and content producer with an eye for details and excellence. He has a demonstrated history of telling stories for TV, Film and Online. Aside from being fascinated by the power of imagination, his other interest are travel, sport, reading and meeting people.

BROWSE BY CATEGORIES

Select Category

    Receive top tech news directly in your inbox

    subscription from
    Loading

    Freshly Squeezed

    • X Experiments with Community Notes for Popular Content July 25, 2025
    • Snapchat Adds Safe Arrival Notifications for Friends July 25, 2025
    • OpenAI Set To Release GPT-5 in August July 25, 2025
    • Zobe’s Ring Gives Contactless Payments New Look July 25, 2025
    • Visa Establishes Its First Africa Data Centre in Johannesburg July 25, 2025
    • Q2 Earnings: Intel sees AI Progress but PC Division Lags July 25, 2025

    Browse Archives

    July 2025
    MTWTFSS
     123456
    78910111213
    14151617181920
    21222324252627
    28293031 
    « Jun    

    Quick Links

    • About TechBooky
    • Advertise Here
    • Contact us
    • Submit Article
    • Privacy Policy
    Generic selectors
    Exact matches only
    Search in title
    Search in content
    Post Type Selectors
    • African
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Gadgets
    • Metaverse
    • Tips
    • About TechBooky
    • Advertise Here
    • Submit Article
    • Contact us

    © 2025 Designed By TechBooky Elite

    Discover more from TechBooky

    Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

    Continue reading

    We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.