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Which is the most secure browser? Chrome or Safari, know how Apple is urging iPhone users to ditch Chrome. (Unsplash) News 

Apple advises iPhone users to stop using Google Chrome and explains why they prefer their own browser.

Adriana Marais, , , ,

Google Chrome and Safari are widely used browsers on smartphones worldwide. While they have previously coexisted peacefully, tensions between the two have escalated following an Apple advertisement questioning the privacy of other browsers. The ad emphasized Safari’s ability to keep user activity private, sparking a debate between Chrome and Safari. In response, Google has released a statement addressing the feud. Why is Apple asking iPhone users to ditch Chrome? According to a report by The Information, more than 30 percent of iPhone users, which is about 300 million iOS devices,…

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Google is ready to bring the feature that will stop online shopping sites from tracking your web activity. News 

Here’s how Google Chrome will finally prevent certain users from being tracked by other websites.

Adriana Marais,

Google is finally ending the use of cookies that allow other websites to track users. The company will roll out the new rule for Chrome users to select users starting in the first quarter of 2024, with the date now set to January 2024. Google is said to be offering this privacy-focused tool to 1 percent of its users worldwide. to about 30 million. We’re not sure how these users are selected, but it’s great to see the company finally bringing the feature to consumers. For those who know, Google…

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MacOS users have been warned about installing browser updates through third-party sources which could prove costly for their personal details. News 

Beware Mac Users: Fake Updates Could Steal Your Passwords & Files!

Sanjay Patil,

Malware threats continue to wreak havoc, and this time they’re targeting Mac users. The threat comes from malware called Atomic macOS Stealer or AMOS, which can steal iCloud Keychain passwords, credit card numbers stored on the device, and other important files. The biggest concern with this malware is that attackers are driving this through fake updates to Safari and Chrome browsers. People are constantly waiting for possible updates from developers that are introduced to protect devices from potential security threats, but in this case, the update itself is a threat…

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It brings new browser colors and extension categories. News 

Chrome Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Revamped Design and Enhanced Security

Jim Hendler,

Google Chrome, which has reached its teenage years, is commemorating its 15th anniversary by introducing a fresh look and enhanced safety measures. The conventional white background will be bid farewell as Google introduces background customization through its Material You design language, offering a variety of new colors and improved accessibility to light and dark modes. You can change the look of your browser by clicking the new button at the bottom of your home page titled “Customize Chrome”. Then a pop-up window gives you the option to switch between themes…

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The new feature will produce better-quality images. News 

Chrome now enables copying of video frames for convenient sharing

Jim Hendler,

Google has introduced a new feature in its Chrome web browser that simplifies the process of capturing video stills. The company acknowledged the difficulties users faced in obtaining high-quality images when taking screenshots, as the video’s progress bar would often appear on the captured image. However, this problem is now resolved for Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers, such as Microsoft’s Edge. Users can now pause a video, right-click, and choose the “Copy Video Frame” option from the pop-up menu to capture a still image. We went ahead and tried the…

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It will apply to ones taken down due to malware, policy violations or a decision by the developer. News 

Chrome to Provide Explanation for Extension Removals

Adarsh V.K, ,

Google is aiming to reduce the element of surprise when you find yourself unable to access an extension without prior notice. They plan to achieve this by notifying users when they remove an extension from the Chrome Web Store. However, these notifications will only be sent for extensions that are currently installed, rather than for any changes in the store’s overall offerings. With this new update, you should receive a notification if one of three things happen: the extension you’re using has been unpublished by the developer, if it’s been…

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Say goodbye to the chunky download bar at the bottom of your desktop window. News 

Google Chrome Enhances Mobile Search and Streamlines Desktop Downloading

Adriana Marais, ,

Google has announced updates for Chrome on mobile and desktop that aim to enhance integration and efficiency. The new mobile features aim to improve the search process, while Chrome for desktop is simplifying the way users download and access web files. In the Chrome mobile version, the new web page should now show a category called “Rising Searches”, and when you type, the previous ten will appear instead of the top six. Likewise, let’s say you’re on a site about the best pizza places in New York. If you click…

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It only accepts 2,000 word prompts on those browsers though, compared to 4,000 on Edge. News 

OpenAI Technology Enables Bing Chat on Chrome and Safari Browsers

Nitin Misra, , , ,

According to The Verge, Microsoft’s Bing Chat is no longer limited to the Edge browser and is now being introduced to Chrome and Safari. The company is currently testing the feature on these browsers with a select group of users, and once the testing phase is finished, they plan to make it available to a wider audience. It seems to be more than a small test as several users (including me on Chrome but not Safari) have gained access. However, there are some limitations. You must be signed in to…

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Chrome users will be able to kill the third-party cookies which raises privacy concerns. News 

Google will end third-party cookies for these Chrome users in 2024

Adriana Marais,

Google has announced that it will move 1% of Chrome users to the Privacy Sandbox and disable third-party cookies in the first quarter of 2024. The change will support developers to run real-world tests to evaluate the readiness and effectiveness of their products without third-party cookies, said Anthony Chavez, director of Privacy Sandbox. The Privacy Sandbox is an ecosystem-wide initiative to ensure an open and thriving web by improving user privacy and giving businesses the tools they need to succeed online. Google has partnered with the web ecosystem to develop…

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Chrome beta 111 unveils enhanced picture-in-picture displaying all web content, not just videos, in a floating window that remains above others. News 

Google is working to make Chrome’s picture-in-picture mode display all web content, not just videos

Adriana Marais,

Chrome beta 111 introduces a new and improved picture-in-picture feature that now displays all web content, not just videos, in a floating window that stays on top of other windows. The Document Picture-in-Picture API allows you to open an always-on window that can be filled with arbitrary HTML content. It extends the existing picture-in-picture API for video, which only allows an HTML video element to be placed in a picture-in-picture window,” said Chromium developer François Beaufort. As reported by The Verge, the Document Picture-in-Picture feature that can be useful in…

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Chrome browser users can try these ChatGPT extensions across different apps and websites. News 

Five ChatGPT Extensions You Can Use in Chrome

Nitin Misra,

ChatGPT is everywhere, and every tech company wants a piece of it. Microsoft paid $10 billion to make ChatGPT work in Office, Bing and other products. Google is using its AI expertise to build Bard, and then you also have Chinese tech brands working in this space. But for people like you and me, ChatGPT integration is already available through Google Chrome browser, and here are some ChatGPT extensions that can help you experience an AI chatbot and be useful in your work. Five ChatGPT extensions for your browser Share…

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Microsoft office 350 along with logo of packages included News 

Microsoft takes Grammarly with its new Web extension

Adriana Marais, ,

Today, Microsoft announced that it will re-sell Office 365 under the name Microsoft 365 as it expands its capabilities beyond work. One of the most exciting new features is Microsoft Editor, a corporate grammar challenger that rivals the existence of Grammarly. While Microsoft has had spelling and grammar correction in Word and other Office applications for as long as I can remember, Microsoft Editor doubles the feature by providing AI-based writing suggestions that go beyond normal prices. It is also available as an extension outside of Office applications for both…

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