Category: Firefox
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Testing Firefox Web App Support: Now Available on Windows!
Mozilla’s commitment to supporting Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) in Firefox has begun to evolve, with the latest Firefox 142 release enabling users to test web app features, initially available only on Windows. This experimental feature, known as Taskbar Tabs, allows users to open frequently visited sites as web apps directly from the taskbar. To enable…
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Exploring Firefox 142: New Tab Topics, Local AI for Extensions, and Exciting Features!
Mozilla has launched Firefox 142, introducing several features to enhance user experience and developer capabilities, with a notable focus on AI integration. Key Features of Firefox 142 Topic-based New Tab Page (US Only) In this update, users in the United States will notice a new feature on the New Tab page: recommended stories categorized by…
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Firefox 142 Has Arrived: Discover the Latest Features and Enhancements!
After a month of beta testing, Firefox 142 is now available for download, ahead of its official release set for August 19th, 2025. This version introduces several noteworthy features aimed at boosting user experience and enhancing privacy. One of the standout updates is the addition of a flexible exception list in the Enhanced Tracking Protection…
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Firefox 141 Now Available: Discover the Latest Features and Enhancements!
Mozilla has announced the final release of Firefox 141, set to officially debut on July 22nd, 2025. This version boasts several enhancements aimed at improving user experience, particularly for those on Linux systems. Notably, Firefox 141 uses less memory and no longer requires a forced restart after updates are applied through a package manager. Among…
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Firefox 141 Beta: A Major Step Towards Reduced Memory Usage on Linux Systems
Mozilla has announced the beta release of Firefox 141, which aims to optimize memory usage on Linux systems. This version follows the promotion of Firefox 140 to the stable channel as the latest Extended Support Release (ESR). Key updates in Firefox 141 include improvements to how memory is managed, promising reduced usage without the need…
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Exploring Firefox 140: Tab Unload, Custom Search Features, and the Latest ESR Release
Firefox 140 has been released, marking a significant update that focuses on refining existing features rather than introducing major new ones. This version introduces improvements primarily for regular users, but it also serves as the new Extended Support Release (ESR), providing enhanced functionality for those who prefer a more stable upgrade path. Key Features in…
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Mozilla Discontinues ‘Deepfake’ AI Detector Add-On: What You Need to Know
Mozilla is shutting down its Fakespot Deep Fake Detector extension, effective June 26, 2025. This add-on, designed to help users identify whether content was produced by humans or generated by AI, will cease to function after only modest traction with around 3,000 active users. The decision follows the discontinuation of the main Fakespot AI-powered review…
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Mozilla’s Orbit: The AI Add-on for Firefox Shutting Down This Month
Orbit, the AI assistant add-on for Firefox developed by Mozilla, is set to cease operations on June 26, 2025. After over six months in beta, the tool has facilitated users with capabilities such as page summarization and content inquiries through its interactive interface. The decision to shut down Orbit stems from the introduction of a…
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Mozilla Shifts Focus: The End of Pocket & Fakespot to Prioritize Firefox Development
Mozilla has announced the closure of its "read it later" service, Pocket, which it acquired in 2017. The shutdown will take effect on July 8, 2025, though existing users will have until October 8, 2025, to export their saved content. According to Mozilla, the decision to close Pocket stems from an evolution in how people…
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Firefox Enhances New Tab Experience with Custom Image Upload Feature
Mozilla has recently introduced new personalization features for the Firefox New Tab page in version 138, allowing users to set custom background images. Previously, users could select from a limited set of curated images or solid colors, but now they have the freedom to upload their own images. This enhancement caters to those who prefer…
