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Google Chrome will Now Let Users Easily See How Much RAM are Tabs Consuming

Anubhav — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 01:49:10 +0000

Where multitasking on browsers has become a norm, managing system resources effectively is crucial. Google Chrome, a web browser used by millions, has introduced a nifty feature that lets users keep tabs on the memory usage of individual tabs, quite literally. This new update, as reported by 9to5Google, is a step towards providing users with transparent information about how much system memory their open pages are consuming.

You will just have to hover above the tab to see the consumption of resources

Previously, Chrome had launched a Memory Saver mode, which conserves system memory by limiting the resources used by inactive tabs. But this latest feature goes a step further by providing real-time memory usage data with a simple hover over a tab. This means you can now see which of your open websites are hogging system resources without the need to navigate through multiple settings.

This convenience is particularly useful for users who work with numerous tabs open and need to keep their computers running smoothly. It’s a feature that speaks to the everyday user’s needs—no need for technical know-how to monitor your computer’s performance. Simple, on-the-fly, and informative, it can help you decide which tabs to close when your machine starts to lag.

To access the Memory and Energy Saver modes, users can go into the browser’s settings under the ‘Performance’ section. There’s also an option to keep certain important sites always active, ensuring that critical pages are not reloaded every time you click on them.

The update is already available on the stable Chrome 119 channel and is expected to be accessible to all users soon. For those who can’t wait, there’s a way to enable it manually via Chrome’s experimental settings.

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Opera launches new Opera One web browser with built-in AI-powered Aria chatbot

Jeet — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 02:52:58 +0000

Opera has announced a new version of its web browser called Opera One. A major addition to the software is an AI-powered chatbot called Aria.

Similar to the Bing chatbot in Microsoft Edge, the Aria chatbot also resides within the sidebar of the browser and can answer questions using real-time information, give suggestions, and more.

Apart from the AI-powered chatbot Aria, the browser also comes with a redesigned look and feel and some new features which aim to make the browsing experience intuitive and productive.

It comes with a feature called Tab Islands, a new way of organizing tabs into groups that are related to each other. Users can create different Tab Islands for work, personal, etc., and can quickly switch between them.

The Aria chatbot, which can search the web, generate text, and write code, is powered by OpenAI’s GPT technology — the same technology that is powering Bing from Microsoft. To use the tool, users need to sign up for an Opera account if they don’t already have it.

Built on the company’s new Modular Design framework that is touted to offer more flexibility and customization, the web browser also comes with a built-in VPN, a battery saver mode, and more.

The company started testing this new Opera One web browser last month but now it is available for everyone. It is now available to download for Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Android users have to Immediately Update their Chrome browsers to patch severe vulnerability

Divyansh Mehta — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:52:26 +0000

Android smartphone users need to quickly update the Chrome browser to the latest version available in the Google Play Store. Such a measure is necessary for all users because a vulnerability with a “high” severity rating might allow a malicious app to commandeer your phone, claims MUO. Google claims that it won’t speak publicly about the problem until the patch has been implemented by the vast majority of Chrome users.

The exploit can be fixed by updating Chrome on your Android smartphone to version 103.0.5060.71. Go to Settings > Apps > See all apps > Chrome to find out which version of Chrome you are presently using. The Chrome version that is currently installed on your Android phone should be visible if you scroll to the bottom.

You should update the patched version of the browser as soon as you can if the version you are running is older than the 103.0.5060.71 listed above. However, there is a significant red flag: Chrome cannot be removed from Android.

The vulnerability seems to be connected to Web RTC. This platform enables the sharing of voice, video, and unspecific data. The platform is used by developers to create speech and video apps.

This is a severe problem that, according to reports, has been exploited by malicious attackers. CVE-2022-2294 is its CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) number. According to Google, “an attack for CVE-2022-2294 exists in the wild.”

Steps to update Chrome browser on Android devices

Open the Google Play Store and tap the profile symbol in the upper right corner of the screen.
Select Manage Apps and Devices.
Tap on See Details under Updates Available.
Check for Chrome updates. Tap on the Update icon if there is one. Close the screen and try again later if there is no change.
If you do get to install an update, use the instructions at the top of the post to determine the version number on your phone. Check to see whether it is 103.0.5060.71 or above.

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