Firefox wants to level the browser playing field with Microsoft, Google, and Apple

Mozilla has published a list of ways big tech gatekeepers prevent independent browsers — such as its browser, Firefox — from flourishing on their platforms.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 18

How to clear and reset Firefox's profile folder on macOS

Mozilla's macOS Firefox browser stores cached files on your Startup Disk and can take up space. This is how to reset Firefox to get back some of that consumed storage.

Chip Loder 2 years ago 0

Firefox ending support for macOS Mojave and earlier versions

On Tuesday, Mozilla, creator of the web browser Firefox, announced that macOS Mojave and earlier won't get major updates past version 115 — but security updates will keep coming for a year.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 3

Firefox version 106 adds PDF editing & lowers CPU usage on Mac

Mozilla has released Firefox version 106 to the public, adding the ability to edit PDFs directly within the browser.

Andrew Orr 3 years ago 1

Mozilla rampages over a lack of browser choice

Mozilla has taken aim at Apple, Google, and Microsoft, declaring in a report that operating systems make it too hard for other browsers, such as Firefox, to be used on the platforms they control.

Malcolm Owen 3 years ago 43

Updated Firefox 103 adds improvements for ProMotion displays, Mac performance

Firefox 103 addresses two particular issues for macOS, with a boost to overall performance, and specific improvements for high-refresh rate displays found on the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro.

William Gallagher 3 years ago 4

Firefox joins Safari in controlling cross-site browser cookies

Firefox has started to roll out Total Cookie Protection, a browser feature that competes with Safari's privacy systems by restricting how cookies are used and cutting down cross-site tracking.

Malcolm Owen 3 years ago 5

Compared: Safari vs. Chrome vs. Firefox vs. Edge on macOS in 2022

The most popular browsers on macOS are Safari, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge, and each have their specialties. Here's how the four stack up on macOS.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 0

Firefox 100 brings HDR video & picture-in-picture playback to Mac

Mozilla Firefox has reached version 100, with the milestone release including HDR video on Mac, new browser wallpapers, Picture-in-Picture with subtitles, and more.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 0

Apple teams up with Google, Mozilla, Microsoft to improve browser interoperability

Apple has partnered with Google, Microsoft, and Mozilla on a new endeavor to improve the interoperability and user experience of their web browsers.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 9

Major websites may stop working soon for Firefox and Chrome users

Mozilla is warning users that when Firefox — and Google's Chrome — reach version 100, major websites may no longer identify them properly, and not work properly as a result.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 45

Firefox stopped loading websites for some users

Users are reporting that Firefox on Mac and Windows now hangs indefinitely when trying to access any websites. Fortunately, there is a work-around.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 7

Firefox 95 for Mac improves security, reduces power consumption

Mozilla has released a new version of Firefox for Mac that it says has cut down on the browser's CPU and power usage, plus added new security technology.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 8

Firefox 94 introduces new homepage design for iOS, iPadOS

Mozilla has released a new version of Firefox that features an updated homepage design that makes it easier to pick up your previous browsing.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 1

Google's FLoC has 'significant' privacy problems, Mozilla says

Google's new proposal for targeted ad tracking has a number of properties that could pose "significant" privacy risks to users, according to Firefox maker Mozilla.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 17

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