Hi all, i am looking for a browser that wont drain battery like chrome, i have tried some browsers optimized for snapdragon but they are not functional like chrome or not received update for long time i mean it seems no more support for them.
So if you guys tried some other browsers and got good result about battery & functionality, pls share with us
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Hey everyone,
What are your thoughts about the new browser?
Have you clicked the "make default" button?
How would you like to try one out on a mobile device?
Hello,
Chrome, by itself, is really good to use, initially i was not comfortable with the idea for google collecting data about my surfing habbits, but further reading suggests that almost all browsers do "call home" its not something that is really special with Chrome and defenitely not what some websites try to portray...
I am sure Google knows enough about my surfing habits without having the google toolbar and chrome installed
dammit, i just want to visit some sites which they won't know about....hmmm...maybe won't know about...
So, no "make default" yet, I'm eagerly trying out the new firefox 3.1 beta...
On the mob, yeah sure, 'cauz my mobile browsing is quite limited...
To make it clear, I, for one, have made the switch... Using Chrome as Default, there are still many areas they need to cover, but my biggest concern at the moment is Bookmarks. Firefox and Opera have great Sync features, Chrome has none. That's a real pain, considering the whole Cloud phylosophy which Google understands all too well..
Downloading is another area...
Being a big Google fan I'm prepared to live with this version, but not sure if it's ready for mainstream.
I imagined Chrome to be updated quite often, but that's not the case at all.
I'm definitely using Chrome full time. I've had to go back to Firefox a couple times for certain plugins (specifically media rippers, to pull FLV files off video sites) but hopefully Chrome will open up to third parties soon.
I think it´s too "Beta" now
Maybe in a couple of years could be a good candidate, but now still too young and limited.
I´ll stick to Opera meantime
Cheers,
I have been using Chrome every now n then but not 'default'. It does look promising but will take time to mature like Firefox 3. Firefox simply rocks.
Aparently they have this policy that everything you upload using google chrome is now considered theirs.. or so I've been told...
I enjoy a certain level of privacy. So....im sticking to FF on the PC (except when IE is required) and Opera on WM6.1+
@Mikeeey: Nope. They resolved that a while ago. They used a general TOS agreement that was pretty blanket and covered a number of services (to save on writing up different legal agreements every time). They forgot that the wording was sort of bad in this particular case and have since changed it. Everything you do under Chrome is yours, as expected.
@Zeezee: What do you mean by privacy? Because they track usage?
I really like Google products, but Chrome just doesn't cut it against FireFox or Maxthon. I've grown very accustomed to certain plug-ins and/or features in FireFox and Maxthon that I just can't part with.
I'm absolutely loving Chrome. So speedy.
Still lacks a couple of things I liked from FF, but I'm not going back.
/defaults it.
Oh - and regarding privacy - I figure Our-Googley-Overlords already know most of my browsing habits, seeing as I use Google to search for everything anyway.
make the switch. it will change your life.
joel2009 said:
make the switch. it will change your life.
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Why you say this?
Can you extend your opinion please?
I've always hated FF and was an IE user.
I find Chrome screws up sometimes on streaming videos, but other than that, I use it all the time.
IE7 would crash on me daily, not any more. The ultimate browser for me would be some sort of Chrome-IE8 hybrid.
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@Zeezee: What do you mean by privacy? Because they track usage?
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yeah, google likes to know ppl's business
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yeah, google likes to know ppl's business
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who don't?
I wanted to ask if anyone can suggest me a ROM to use for best internet searching experience. Or if there are any tweaks that can speedup the connection and loading websites.
for browsing websites you can search what browser suit you, but i find dolphin fast.
i currently have primehd 9 with nAa11 and connect immediately and even with stock browser its quite fast.
did you checked this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1019371
Thanks for replying. I will check that out later. Just tell me if that can be done on MiniCM9 (I mean is it safe to do it). Just watching paranormal activity 1 so cant do much now ^^(off-topic ). Thank you mate. I am still open for more suggestions if anyone has some.
Hey guys,
I have the new nexus 7 WiFi, and I just got 4.2.2. I love it, but I am having some crazy drain by chrome.
This was in idle on my campus, in WiFi range.
Any ideas?
Trev
Strange!
Chrome just released an update today.
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Could be a tab you have open, having an issue, or perhaps (as the person above me said) it has something to do with the update.
Regardless, and this is just my opinion, Chrome is still a long ways away from being the browser of choice on most devices. Though I still stick with it, hoping that one day it'll be as perfect as I'd expect it to be, there are numerous better options right now, like Dolphin, Firefox, Opera (somehow) and others.
I don't think much of a conclusion can be drawn about Chrome, as the behaviors it engages in depends entirely on the web pages which you have open in its' tabs.
Page refreshes, long-running JavaScript, ad banner rotations, etc etc etc.
If you said your battery was being drained by Chrome with only a single blank tab open, that would be a little different.
Hi All,
I have an observation on my Razr i that I wanted to check with whoever's interested.
I've been using the Chrome browser since I got the phone (4/5 months ago), and always thought it to be fast enough for my needs, but then tried using the native browser a couple of days ago and it seems significantly faster when scrolling & loading pages.
Because Chrome is regularly updated I figured it would the faster of the two, though the backlog of cookies etc could possibly slow it down? I like the additional features of Chrome so it would be sad to see it go, but now it's painful to go back!
If anyone would like to have a play and see what they think I'd find it interesting. I've had a look through the forum and can't find any related discussion, I believe I'm on the latest EU JB build.
Could it be that the native browser is better optimised for intel? I thought we got Chrome a little late because they were optimising it for X86.
kitchenutensils said:
Hi All,
I have an observation on my Razr i that I wanted to check with whoever's interested.
I've been using the Chrome browser since I got the phone (4/5 months ago), and always thought it to be fast enough for my needs, but then tried using the native browser a couple of days ago and it seems significantly faster when scrolling & loading pages.
Because Chrome is regularly updated I figured it would the faster of the two, though the backlog of cookies etc could possibly slow it down? I like the additional features of Chrome so it would be sad to see it go, but now it's painful to go back!
If anyone would like to have a play and see what they think I'd find it interesting. I've had a look through the forum and can't find any related discussion, I believe I'm on the latest EU JB build.
Could it be that the native browser is better optimised for intel? I thought we got Chrome a little late because they were optimising it for X86.
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Native browser always feels faster than chrome on other devices that I have tried, irrelevant of CPU architecture. There is just something in it that makes the scrolling and resizing look nicer. If someone can post some real data that would help -- but those have always been my impressions on different devices.
I agree stock browser is much faster than chrome and you can use flash player which chrome doesn't have and it still has some of the features chrome has like browser sync with my laptop ect
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How's that bookmark sync with desktop (chrome) in native browser? I was never able to find that functionality (without 3rd party apps) in native browser, for me main reason to use Chrome on my phone..
Did I miss something, native bookmark sync in built in browser with desktop chrome? And if yes; how??
Omar-Avelar said:
Native browser always feels faster than chrome on other devices that I have tried, irrelevant of CPU architecture. There is just something in it that makes the scrolling and resizing look nicer. If someone can post some real data that would help -- but those have always been my impressions on different devices.
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Here is some real data: I'm running SunSpider 0.9.1 on Stock ROM JB 4.1.2 Brazil Retail:
Native Browser (809ms) (During test my CPU use was around 50%)
Chrome (938ms) (During test my CPU use was around 70%)
PS: CPU Use information provided by app Cool Tool
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How's that bookmark sync with desktop (chrome) in native browser? I was never able to find that functionality (without 3rd party apps) in native browser, for me main reason to use Chrome on my phone..
Did I miss something, native bookmark sync in built in browser with desktop chrome? And if yes; how??
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My native browser syncs bookmarks from google chrome, including folders... Check that Browser Sync is checked at your (Android/System/Launcher)Settings-> Google Account -> (your google email showing when was the last sync) -> Internet
Thanks, have overlooked that; google/sync bookmarks was turned off..
But, one more question: aside of speed issues; what are the added values of Chrome (visual effect, like flipping cards not counted) above build-in browser? Sync opened tabs with other devices is nice, but not essential for me; on the other hand, according to settings memory footprint of Chrome android is HUGE (as compared to native browser)..
bmszabo said:
Thanks, have overlooked that; google/sync bookmarks was turned off..
But, one more question: aside of speed issues; what are the added values of Chrome (visual effect, like flipping cards not counted) above build-in browser? Sync opened tabs with other devices is nice, but not essential for me; on the other hand, according to settings memory footprint of Chrome android is HUGE (as compared to native browser)..
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Chrome is better in almost everything apart page rendering speed (the thing make it feels a bit laggy comparated to the stock browser), the only thing I miss is the pie control...
I do use both, for light pages chrome, for heavy ones, like facebook, stock browser...
Is there a good phone out there that is not restricted by region lock? That I can also mod and install roms I have experience from customzing my xperia play that lasted a long time until I sold it. its outdated and I became spoiled and bought a great deal on a low 9.1 version of the iphone 6s plus I jailbreaked it and really love this phone but started to show age when I try to use bluetooth so much static wasnt able to play my music good still using it today and my other phone an android lg7 (i hate it no freedom) it plays music good but man so much bloatware and google asistant button you can disable it but it still takes you to google asistant you cant change it to a different app? and the apps on the appstore I think has caused ads on my phone to appear on everything periodically I uninstalled the apps to no avail so please somebody that has found a great phone with lots of customization please recommend me that phone and other great phones with their pros and cons Thank You Community!
i know folks here dont like "double posting" but you may get more input on this thread :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1846277
also , be as specific as possible about what youre looking for in a phone , i.e. ext.SDcard , ram , price , etc. it will help others in helping you.:good:
err on the side of kindness
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Is there a good phone out there that is not restricted by region lock? That I can also mod and install roms I have experience from customzing my xperia play that lasted a long time until I sold it. its outdated and I became spoiled and bought a great deal on a low 9.1 version of the iphone 6s plus I jailbreaked it and really love this phone but started to show age when I try to use bluetooth so much static wasnt able to play my music good still using it today and my other phone an android lg7 (i hate it no freedom) it plays music good but man so much bloatware and google asistant button you can disable it but it still takes you to google asistant you cant change it to a different app? and the apps on the appstore I think has caused ads on my phone to appear on everything periodically I uninstalled the apps to no avail so please somebody that has found a great phone with lots of customization please recommend me that phone and other great phones with their pros and cons Thank You Community!
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