Chrome 150 Adds Android Back Button, Major Security Fixes
Google begins rolling out Chrome 150 (version 150.0.7871.114) for Android, bringing a small but noticeable interface change alongside stability and performance improvements.
The biggest update showcases the arrival of a dedicated back button inside Chrome’s three-dot overflow menu. Previously, Android users only had access to a forward button in that menu and had to rely on Android’s system back gesture or navigation controls to return to previous webpages.
The feature already existed in Chrome for iOS for some time, but version 150 finally brings the same experience to Android users.
Menu changes may take some getting used to
The new navigation button comes with a few other interface adjustments.
Google removed the old site information button from the main row and replaced it with a “Site controls” option inside the overflow menu. The “Add to Home screen” option has also been renamed to “Install and create shortcut.”
Because Google had to make room for the back button, some existing menu items have shifted positions. The bookmark and download icons were moved, which could temporarily disrupt habits for longtime Chrome users. The update is rolling out gradually through Google Play, meaning some Android users may see the changes before others.
Security fixes arrive alongside the Android update
Beyond the interface changes, Chrome 150 also includes important security improvements.
Google said the Android release contains the same security fixes included in the matching desktop versions unless otherwise noted. The desktop Chrome 150 update includes 27 security fixes, addressing vulnerabilities across several browser components.
Two of the patched flaws were rated critical:
- CVE-2026-15112: A use-after-free vulnerability in Ozone
- CVE-2026-15129: A use-after-free vulnerability in Views
Google also fixed multiple high-severity issues involving areas such as Extensions, Autofill, WebRTC, Forms, Navigation, WebGL, and the browser’s JavaScript engine. The company said it is restricting access to some bug details until most users have installed the fixes.
Why this update matters for Chrome users
The dedicated back button may look like a minor change, but it addresses a long-running usability gap between Chrome on Android and other platforms.
Android already has a system back gesture, but browsers often handle navigation differently from apps. A dedicated in-browser control makes the experience more predictable, especially for users moving between platforms or those who prefer visible navigation controls.
For Google, the update also shows a shift toward refining Chrome’s everyday experience rather than only focusing on major feature launches. Small interface improvements can have a bigger impact because they affect millions of users during routine browsing.
A small upgrade with some tradeoffs
The main downside is that existing users may need time to adjust to the redesigned menu. Moving familiar buttons and changing labels could create brief confusion, particularly for users who frequently access bookmarks, downloads, or site settings.
However, the addition of clearer navigation and security patches makes Chrome 150 a worthwhile update for Android users. The update is rolling out through the Play Store over the coming days.
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