Which Browser?

Yesevil · Mar 20, 2016

As the title suggests, just enquiring as to which browsers people are using.

I used to use chrome but found it slowed down my phone with multiple tabs open.
Currently on stock browser on S7, but looking for a change with more features

AZgl1500 · Mar 20, 2016

I have used most of them, and my default is now Ghostery, it is fast, stops junk adverts, easy to use, supports tabs.

* Ghostery Privacy Browser - Android Apps on Google Play

Thom · Mar 20, 2016

When still using Chrome ... did you try a Wipe Cache Partition deleting all temporary files and not touching ferment files, apps, or settings?

When performance is an issue it is always the first thing I suspect.

... Thom

Hadron · Mar 20, 2016

I have 3 browsers which I use: Firefox, Ghostery and NB Pro. Of those 3 Ghostery is my most-used browser, for the reasons @AZgl1500 has given.

aysiu · Mar 20, 2016

Firefox.

MLSS · Mar 20, 2016

Chrome doesn't run great on my phone.

pool_shark · Mar 20, 2016

I switched back to Dolphin a few days ago, after the last Chrome update.

jefboyardee · Mar 20, 2016

I've used Firefox on my PC for years so it was a given to add it to my Droid.

steiny180 · Mar 21, 2016

... stock browser ...

El Presidente · Mar 21, 2016

I think the mobile version of Chrome is terrible and as mentioned by Gmash in another thread recently, I can't understand why it's so popular. :/

I flit between the stock browser on my G4, Pale Moon, Firefox and Naked Browser.

For ages, I hated Naked browser but decided to give it another try recently and haven't looked back.

Dorian2kx · Mar 21, 2016

Boat browser for me

tube517 · Mar 21, 2016

Stock or Chrome.

Will try Ghostery.

AZgl1500 · Mar 21, 2016

I used to use Boat browser, but Ghostery puts it to shame...

* Browser: Ghostery Privacy Browser - Android Apps on Google Play

tube517 · Mar 21, 2016

AZgl1500 said:
I used to use Boat browser, but Ghostery puts it to shame...

* Browser: Ghostery Privacy Browser - Android Apps on Google Play

Boat went downhill a few years ago. Used to be a very light browser. No more.

Ghostery is nice. Just installed it and browsed a few sites. Very nice.

Yesevil · Mar 21, 2016

Many thanks all, I'll give ghostery a try

Yesevil · Mar 21, 2016

Thom said:
When still using Chrome ... did you try a Wipe Cache Partition deleting all temporary files and not touching ferment files, apps, or settings?

When performance is an issue it is always the first thing I suspect.

... Thom

Cheers mate, I'll try this if I go back to chrome

Thom · Mar 21, 2016

I used BOAT for years until mikedt pointed out where it came from and where my data was going.

I now use Chrome.

... Thom

AZgl1500 · Mar 21, 2016

Thom said:
I used BOAT for years until mikedt pointed out where it came from and where my data was going.

I now use Chrome.

... Thom

I knew there was a very Valid Reason that I uninstalled it

mikedt · Mar 21, 2016

Yeh, FYI BOAT means Beijing Office Automation Tech. Co. Ltd.

They're monetized by phoning home your data to servers in the PRC, and selling it to whatever third-parties. Just like Cheetah Mobile. Something I don't particularly want happening when browsing sites using a VPN. That's why I don't use Dolphin, DU(Baidu), UC, etc. either.

I use Chrome or Naked browser.

Stuntman · Mar 22, 2016

I use Chrome. I don't have any issues with it. I haven't gotten the latest update.

If I need Flash, I use Dolphin.

I also used Opera Mini. This will be very fast because the Opera servers render the web pages and then sends the images to your phone. I used to use it on slower phones and it will make slower phones feel faster. Not sure if this is necessary for an S7.

andruoid · Mar 23, 2016

I've been searching for something other than Chrome as I'm tired of how much Google tracks and knows about you. I'm cutting as much cord as I can. So far, Ghostery is the answer. Only thing Google on my phone is Play.

dontpanicbobby · Mar 24, 2016

I'm back to Chrome from Boat

Masta_Siege · Mar 26, 2016

Just thought I would Throw UC Browser into the mix. Works great for me and comes in either lightweight or full feature on the Google Playstore. If you are just looking for a fast, clean, & reliable browsing experience then I highly recommend it.

Dazg300 · Mar 26, 2016

Opera for me across all platforms

mikedt · Mar 26, 2016

UC Browser, NOPE!... especially for my browsing in this country. And I've had serious second thoughts about using and recommending Opera quite recently.
http://money.cnn.com/2016/02/10/technology/chinese-group-opera-browser-bid/index.html
FYI Kunlun is 1Mobile Market, NOT usually recommended here on AF, and neither are any "free" snake-oil/spyware Qihoo apps.

FWIW I used to use Opera all the time, especially on Nokia Symbian phones.

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