Chromium Reopens JPEG-XL Debate: Will Google Reinstate Support After Apple Adopted It?

The article discusses the ongoing debate regarding the JPEG-XL image format and its support in the Chromium browser. Initially proposed for inclusion in 2021, Google introduced JPEG-XL support but later removed it in 2023 due to a lack of ecosystem interest. In contrast, Apple has embraced the format, adding support in Safari and the iPhone 16 Pro. This has led to discussions about whether Google should reinstate JPEG-XL support in Chromium, as most major browsers rely on Chromium. Firefox is also considering adding JPEG-XL decoding. The timeline for any potential reinstatement remains uncertain.