Mozilla has quietly pushed the Firefox 115 Extended Support Release (ESR) safety net forward again: security updates for Firefox 115 on legacy desktops — specifically Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and older macOS builds — will continue through March 2026, with Mozilla planning a formal...
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Mozilla has once again pushed the safety net for users on older operating systems, confirming that Firefox ESR 115 will continue to receive security patches on Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1 and macOS 10.12–10.14 through at least March 2026 — a six‑month extension to the Extended Support Release that...
Mozilla’s decision to keep Firefox 115 ESR alive for older machines is the latest twist in a multi-stage, pragmatic approach to supporting users who remain on end-of-life operating systems — the Extended Support Release for Firefox 115 will now be maintained for Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1 and...
Firefox is getting a new layer of resilience on Windows 11, as Mozilla quietly prepares to roll out a smart “desktop launcher” allowing the browser to reinstall itself if it's wiped during a system upgrade or transition to a new device. This practical enhancement aims to solve a problem that's...
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Mozilla has set the internet abuzz with its latest move to integrate privacy-focused features directly into Firefox, aiming to blend user security and commercial opportunity in unprecedented ways. At the heart of this latest experiment is “Firefox IP Protection,” an initiative that not only...
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Mozilla’s latest experiment in the world of web browsing marks a significant shift in how users might interact with search engines, as the organization quietly launches a public test of AI-powered search—with Perplexity AI—within its latest Firefox release, version 139. Despite the relatively...
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Mozilla's Firefox browser for Android is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of a redesigned menu system, slated for release in version 141. This overhaul aims to enhance user navigation and accessibility, reflecting Mozilla's commitment to continuous improvement and...
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Few tech trends have so thoroughly rewritten the landscape as the rise of web browsers anchored in Google Chrome’s Chromium codebase. Chrome now commands a market share that dwarfs its rivals, with StatCounter reporting global usage holding at over 65%, and Chromium-based browsers like Microsoft...
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Mozilla’s Firefox browser has long been a staple for Windows users seeking privacy, speed, and extensibility. But as with any software evolving rapidly, even polished releases can surface unforeseen issues, especially when interfacing with the complex landscape of hardware combinations on modern...
Mozilla’s Firefox browser has long positioned itself as the champion of user privacy and transparency in the crowded web arena. Now, with the impending rollout of Firefox version 138.x across all major desktop platforms—including Windows, Mac, and Linux—the company is taking a bold, if...
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Mozilla has recently unveiled Firefox 139 Beta, introducing a suite of enhancements aimed at refining user experience and performance. This beta version focuses on bolstering HTTP/3 upload capabilities, improving PNG image handling, and expanding language support for extension pages.
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Here's a concise summary of the article and the news about Firefox tab groups:
Firefox has (finally) added tab grouping in version 138, a feature already present for years in browsers like Chrome, Edge, Opera, and Safari.
The feature allows users to organize tabs into color-coded groups, making...
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With Mozilla’s release of Firefox 138.0, the web browser landscape sees a fresh wave of improvements, focusing on user convenience, a more cohesive design experience, and a smarter approach to both privacy and cross-platform compatibility. With this version, Mozilla reaffirms its commitment to...
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For users who have grown accustomed to sticking with legacy versions of software, the world continues to evolve around them—sometimes with unforeseen and disruptive consequences. An upcoming change scheduled for March 14, 2025, is about to illustrate this reality for countless Firefox users...
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Mozilla is diving headfirst into the email battlefield with a bold new strategy. The Thunderbird team, long known for its reliable desktop mail client, is now pioneering Thundermail—an open-source email service designed to challenge established giants like Gmail. With a focus on privacy, modern...
Mozilla is set to disrupt the traditional email landscape once again by transforming its longstanding Thunderbird client into a full-fledged communications platform. In an ambitious bid to take on the likes of Gmail and Microsoft 365, the company has unveiled a suite of new features and...
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Mozilla’s latest overhaul of Thunderbird is not just a software update—it’s an ambitious reimagination of what an email client can be. For Windows users accustomed to the robust ecosystem built into Microsoft’s products, Thunderbird’s evolution offers a breath of fresh, open‑source air amid the...
Mozilla’s whimsical spirit rarely goes unnoticed, even among the stalwarts of the tech world. This time, the excitement centered on an aborted April Fools’ Day surprise—a quirky “Derp Fox” logo designed to scramble expectations on the Firefox New Tab page. While the official rollout never...
Firefox is venturing into new territory with its promising Taskbar Tabs, aiming to redefine the way Windows 11 users interact with web apps. Imagine transforming any website into a streamlined, app-like experience that sits conveniently on your Windows taskbar—no clutter, no distractions, just...
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Older Firefox versions are in for a wake-up call. In a recent announcement, Mozilla warned that as of March 14, 2025, users still running outdated releases—specifically those earlier than Firefox 128 and Extended Support Releases (ESR) before 115.13—will see key functionalities disabled. For...