alexalex Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Android Browser Faceoff: Speed, Features, and Usability One of the many nice things about Android is that you can install your own essential apps, like a browser, as your better default option. But do third-party alternatives like Firefox, Opera, or Dolphin actually deliver a better browser? Dolphin HD: Tabs on top instead of in "windows"; near-perfect compatibility with Android-friendly mobile sites; helpful add-ons without a speed sacrifice. Firefox Mobile: Almost essential if you're using Firefox on the desktop; also recommended for heavy webapp users (like Gmail mobile). Opera Mobile: Definitely handy for Opera desktop users; perhaps the best looking of all the alternatives. Opera Mini: Most helpful as a "keep handy" browser, for limited/slow mobile connections or nearing data use caps. Standard Android 2.3 Browser: If add-ons, syncing, and data crimping don't hold any special appeal. http://lifehacker.com/#!5785273/android-faceoff-which-browser-wins-out-on-speed-features-and-usability Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Choto Cheeta Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 I find the default Android browser working best for me... :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhav Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 I'll be on Fx Mobile once I upgrade to a newer Android phone. Looking forward to addons and sync Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun N. Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 I don't really browse that much on my phone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digitalx Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 wonder why they didn't add miren browser... https://market.android.com/details?id=cn.miren.browser&feature=search_result Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardcore Til I Die Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 You forgot to add that dolphin is fastttt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nubs Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 You forgot to add that dolphin is fastttt They have speed tests out that show it's really not that fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acnpt Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 With the Android browser is there any way to jump to the top?, like on iOS you can tap the top bar. Rather annoying having to scroll back up :pinch: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etempest Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 I usually prefer the "mini" versions. I usually end up back to Dolphin for compability / user interface. I like oprea, but usually come across rendering issues off and on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morebaker Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 I like skyfire for the way it handles flash videos. http://www.skyfire.com/product/android Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2III7 Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 love the default 2.3 browser but hope they make switching between tabs easier in the future, it's really a pain atm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Singh400 Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 I've yet to find ANY Android browser that is faster than Miren. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammy2 Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 I've yet to find ANY Android browser that is faster than Miren. You clearly haven't tried xscope ... When I load some websites they recognize it as chrome, telling me to install chrome add ons. Xscope is the best in my opinion for everything, real computer mode and the only real computer mode ive come accross. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardcore Til I Die Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 They have speed tests out that show it's really not that fast. Loads faster than the default browser for me in real world use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Singh400 Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 You clearly haven't tried xscope ... When I load some websites they recognize it as chrome, telling me to install chrome add ons. Xscope is the best in my opinion for everything, real computer mode and the only real computer mode ive come accross. I'll try xScope tonight :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nubs Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 Loads faster than the default browser for me in real world use. I believe right now, the latest version of Opera has the fastest speeds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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