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Google finally brings Chrome browser to Android

Google finally brings Chrome browser to Android

Incognito browsing, bookmarks now available The Google Chrome browser launched in 2008 for desktops and in 2012, the company is announcing the long awaited launch of the browser for Android devices running the latest operating system (Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich), bringing all of the functionality of Chrome to mobile users. Often when a desktop feature becomes available on a ...

AGBeat | 2012/02/07  | 14 Comments Browsers

Right Inbox Gmail extension schedules out emails

Right Inbox Gmail extension schedules out emails

Gmail of the future One of the great features of Gmail is that the community of web developers never sleeps and is always looking for ways to improve the Gmail experience through free browser extensions as a means of helping adoption rates, especially for business users as the stigma around not using a corporate email account has faded, particularly in ...

AGBeat | 2012/02/01  | 21 Comments Browsers

The pending death of Internet Explorer 6

The pending death of Internet Explorer 6

Adios, Internet Explorer 6 Beginning in January, the Internet Explorer browser will be updated to the latest version automatically through Windows updates. Although the browser update has been offered through the Windows updates for some time, it required additional action from the users which often prevented an actual update. Now, the process has been automated in a way that moves ...

Marti Trewe | 2011/12/23  | 16 Comments Browsers

MapsGL adds incredible new features to your browser – try it now

MapsGL adds incredible new features to your browser – try it now

Major upgrade to Google Maps Google MapsGL uses technology called WebGL (Web-based Graphics Library) to give Google maps a major upgrade, bringing 3D graphics to your browser without having to install additional software, as opposed to other Google Maps upgrades that have required desktop downloads. Google says the new service allows them to “provide seamless transitions between various levels of ...

Lani Rosales | 2011/12/14  | 18 Comments Browsers

Google chrome found to be the most secure browser – report

Google chrome found to be the most secure browser – report

Assuaging consumers’ fears As the browser wars heat up and Google Chrome catches up to their competitors, users are left to wonder not only which browser to choose based on speed, features and aesthetics, but based on how secure each browser is and which one is the most or least vulnerable to threats. Accuvant Labs was commissioned by Google to ...

Marti Trewe | 2011/12/13  | 12 Comments Browsers

Google Chrome surpasses Firefox in use, Internet Explorer still reigns supreme

Google Chrome surpasses Firefox in use, Internet Explorer still reigns supreme

The rise of Chrome In line with the history of browsers dating back to 1994 when Netscape was the browser, Google Chrome continues to rise in popularity, now surpassing Firefox as the second most used web browser in the world, according to StatCounter. Although American browser use is slightly different, Firefox declined in use this year while Chrome use rose, ...

Marti Trewe | 2011/12/04  | 17 Comments Browsers

5 Chrome extensions that will help you create rockstar presentations

5 Chrome extensions that will help you create rockstar presentations

Whether you’re a realtor needing to give a listing presentation, a startup company about to present a pitch, or a small business owner wanting to create the perfect sales presentation, having the right presentation software can make all the difference. While many presentation software options come with a hefty price tag, there is an easier, cheaper option—a simple Chrome extension. ...

Charlene Jimenez | 2011/11/23  | 15 Comments Browsers

Boomerang rocks Gmail – sets reminders, schedules emails and more

Boomerang rocks Gmail – sets reminders, schedules emails and more

The missing piece of Gmail Plugin creators Baydin is in the 2011 class of 500 Startups and has already impressed us with The Email Game, and now, the above introduction to Boomerang has also blown us away, it is the missing piece of Gmail we’ve been looking for! Boomerang is available on Firefox and Chrome browsers as a plugin and performs ...

AGBeat | 2011/11/09  | 33 Comments Browsers

Free Chrome extension and Android app reads websites out loud to you

Free Chrome extension and Android app reads websites out loud to you

First announced for Android smartphones, Announcify has now become available as a Google Chrome extension that reads aloud any website you’d like, with one simple click. Tired eyes or just trying to multi-task? Announcify is open to third party developers, so it will be interesting to see how their voice technology is used in other apps. But it doesn’t stop ...

Marti Trewe | 2011/11/05  | 3 Comments Browsers

Five Chrome extensions and apps to spice up your blog and marketing

Five Chrome extensions and apps to spice up your blog and marketing

Do you ever feel that your blog or marketing could use a little flair, a little more personality? With so many blogs out there, it’s important to make yours stand out as something unique. There are many ways to spice up your marketing, but one easy way is to use a simple Chrome extension or app to add a little ...

Charlene Jimenez | 2011/11/05  | 22 Comments Browsers

7 hot Firefox Add-Ons to boost your business productivity

7 hot Firefox Add-Ons to boost your business productivity

The internet is an essential part of most modern businesses. As a business professional, you may use the internet to connect with clients, employees, or customers. You may even use it to create and send invoices or research the newest technologies that can improve your business. Business productivity is both enhanced and lessened by the internet. If the browser you ...

Charlene Jimenez | 2011/11/01  | 14 Comments Browsers

Google Chrome becomes more app friendly with new tabs

Google Chrome becomes more app friendly with new tabs

New features, new look The Google Chrome browser has been known for some time now as one of the fastest, most stable browsers, and they are slowly putting more and more emphasis on Apps in the Chrome Web Store to enhance each user’s browsing experience. Now, Chrome has made some changes as seen in the video above that will make ...

Marti Trewe | 2011/10/26  | 17 Comments Browsers