Mighty plans fast Chromium browser that streams from the cloud

Developer Mighty plans to "Make Chrome Faster," by streaming the browser from the cloud — and it's starting on macOS.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 8

Browsers push back against Google's proposed FLoC ad system

Major browsers have rejected Google's new proposal for creating targeted ads, saying that they fear the system could put users' privacy at risk.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 17

Google is trying to make Chrome less of a resource hog

Google Chrome is to become faster and more efficient on macOS, following criticisms — and following similar improvements already made on other platforms.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 18

Chrome is still a memory hog on macOS compared to Safari

Long been derided as a resource-consuming web browser, a recent test by a developer reveals Google Chrome to use multiple times the memory of Apple's Safari in macOS.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 36

Microsoft testing browser-based xCloud game streaming

Microsoft is working to bring its xCloud game-streaming service to iOS, and is testing a version that works entirely within a web browser.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 1

Microsoft takes on Keychain with Autofill features on iOS, macOS

Microsoft is taking on Apple's Keychain by bringing its Autofill system of password storage and synchronization to iOS and macOS, in the form of an update to the Microsoft Authenticator app and a Google Chrome extension.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 8

Apple pulls iCloud 12 update for Windows over Chrome extension bug

Apple pulled its iCloud for Windows update on Tuesday, one day after releasing iCloud Passwords for Chrome on Windows, with issues discovered by users potentially behind the withdrawal of the update.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 6

Apple releases iCloud Keychain for Chrome on Windows [u]

Apple officially released iCloud Passwords for Windows, which allows Google Chrome users to sync passwords with their Macs, iPhones, and iPads. As of February 2, however, Apple appears to have pulled the update to iCloud that is required to use this extension.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 7

How to provide remote Mac tech support using Google Chrome Remote Desktop

If members of your family are finally moving over to a Mac, you're going to get called for technical assistance. Here's how to access the new Mac from across the town, country, or world by taking advantage of Google Chrome Remote Desktop.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 0

UK investigating Google Chrome privacy plan

The UK's competition authority is investigating Google's plan to have Chrome block third-party cookies, and replace them with a system whose benefits to the company may be anticompetitive.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 7

Chrome may be slowing down your Mac - here's how to delete it entirely

As popular as it is, Chrome causes problems on Macs. If you're having difficulties with your Mac running slowly, Chrome update routines and support libraries may be the culprit — again. Here's how to uninstall it, and remove all the files Google keeps on your drive.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 0

Google tests Dark Mode support for browser search results

Users of Google search may soon see it in a new light, with the search giant finally testing out adding a dark mode to its search results, one that could possibly match the rest of a Mac or iPhone's interface.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 2

Google releases Chrome build that runs natively on Apple Silicon

Google has released a new build of its Chrome browser with support for Apple's new proprietary M1 chip.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 5

Google Chrome for Apple Silicon M1 Macs arriving on Wednesday

Google on Tuesday rolled out a new version of the Chrome web browser with support for Apple's new M1-powered Macs, though distribution has been paused due to unforeseen issues.

AppleInsider Staff 5 years ago 16

Google says user choice makes DOJ antitrust lawsuit 'deeply flawed'

Google has issued its public response to the Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit filed on Tuesday, defending itself from the "deeply flawed" lawsuit claiming users choose to use Google, rather than being forced.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 16

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