Category: Mozilla
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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…
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Mozilla Declares Google Search Deal Essential for Firefox’s Continued Survival
Mozilla has highlighted the critical importance of its long-standing search partnership with Google for the continued existence of its Firefox web browser. According to Mozilla’s 2023 financial report, approximately 75% of their revenue comes from these “search deals.” Although this figure has decreased over time, the reliance on Google’s financial contributions raises concerns about Firefox’s…
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Mozilla Introduces New ‘Terms of Use’ for Firefox Users: What You Need to Know
Mozilla is set to introduce a ‘Terms of Use’ policy for Firefox, marking a significant shift for the popular open-source web browser. This development follows recent changes in its leadership as part of efforts to diversify the organization. Mozilla explains that while they have traditionally relied on their open-source license and public commitments, the evolving…
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Mozilla Announces Leadership Changes and Strategic Plans for Diversification
Mozilla Corporation’s president, Mark Surman, has unveiled a strategic plan to navigate the challenges facing the company, focusing on growth, revenue generation, and maintaining relevance in the tech landscape. Surman emphasized that Mozilla’s success hinges on strengthening Firefox while simultaneously exploring new revenue sources and innovating its mission. To achieve this, the organization intends to…
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Unveiling Mozilla’s Innovative AI Detector Add-On for Firefox
Mozilla has introduced a new tool for Firefox called the Fakespot Deepfake Detector, designed to help users identify whether the text they encounter online is generated by a human or an AI model. While this detection tool is not flawless, it utilizes Mozilla’s proprietary ApolloDFT engine and various open-source detection models to analyze selected text.…
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Mozilla’s Revamped Branding Shines in Stunning Animation
A few months back, I shared that Mozilla is undergoing a brand revamp featuring the non-profit organization’s iconic red dinosaur mascot. Now, I have a bit more insight to share. A reader named Nicolas recently pointed me towards the website of the global design agency Jones Knowles Ritchie, which Mozilla has engaged to refresh and…
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Mozilla Revives Nostalgia: Introducing a New Logo with a Dinosaur Twist
A new Mozilla logo appears to be on the way, marking the company’s first major update to its word-mark since 2017. The existing logo, which incorporates the internet protocol “://”, was chosen based on community feedback and has become synonymous with the non-profit company. But German blogger Sören Hentzschel, a keen observer of Mozilla, recently…
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Mozilla Firefox 129 Released: New Features and Improvements You Need to Know
The Mozilla Firefox 129 open-source, free, and cross-platform web browser is now available for download ahead of its official release on August 6th, 2024, so it’s time to look at the new features and improvements. Mozilla Firefox 129 is a minor update that only improves the Reader View with a “Text and layout” menu that…
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Mozilla Firefox 128 Released: Exciting New Features and Improvements You Need to Know
Mozilla has released the final build of the Firefox 128 open-source web browser, which will be officially announced on July 9th, 2024. Let’s explore the new features and improvements. Highlights of Mozilla Firefox 128 include a revamped dialog to clear user data, initially planned for Firefox 126. The new dialog allows users to easily clear…
