Angular developers looking for the latest stable features of the framework's common utilities can now leverage version 19.0.4 of @angular/common. This release, published on December 12, 2024, succeeds version 19.0.3, which came out on December 4, 2024. While both share the same core description as providing commonly needed directives and services for Angular applications and maintain identical dependencies on tslib and peer dependencies on RxJS and @angular/core, there are subtle differences to consider.
Both versions maintain the same file count (2903), suggesting no significant changes to the number of modules or components. However, the unpacked size sees a slight increase in version 19.0.4, going from 9495136 bytes to 9496387 bytes. This small increase could point to minor bug fixes, performance improvements, or the inclusion of very small features or refinements within existing functionalities. Without specific changelog details, it's difficult to pinpoint the exact cause, but it's unlikely to greatly impact application size.
Developers should always consult the official Angular changelog and migration guides for comprehensive details on what's changed between versions. Upgrading to 19.0.4 is recommended for developers already using Angular 19 to ensure they have the latest patches and potential enhancements, particularly if encountering any issues addressed by the incremental changes. Keep your Angular applications up-to-date with @angular/common for the best experience.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 19.0.4 of the package @angular/common
