I have been using Google Chrome since it's first launched and I couldn't deny how fast the loading mechanism it has in each and every tab. I have been using it every time that I want to perform my search or open any sites, however when it comes to blogging, I will still use Firefox. Not only that, I find that certain websites that I've tried to access (eg: online banking) do not recognized the browser as a valid one, thus it blocked me from accessing my page. *BUMMER*
Here, I would like to highlight a few missing stuff that Chrome doesn't have that hindered me on using the browser, which switch me back to Firefox, on and off.
[1] No ADD ONS
Yes, Chrome doesn't have any add-ons as all you may have know now after using it. I find it a trouble when I want to use my StumbleUpon add-on, as I got to switch back to Firefox Browser to do it. I am sure many of you have certain add-ons that you have been using religiously and you would love to have it in Chrome. I wonder when Chrome will have any add-ons development?
[2] Search engine (s)
Yes, search engineS. How to search for youtube.com in a drop down menu just like what Firefox has? It would be fun and easy to use if they have it.
[3] No HOME button
Well, did you guys see any HOME button lurking around? If yes, please guide me there!!!
[4] FIND function
I can't search without getting the correct information through it's FIND function whilst modifying my blogger template, thus I got to switch back to Firefox when doing it.
[5] DO you think Firefox is hotter?
Well, now I have 2 browsers on my desktop. Chrome for searching / browsing purpose while Firefox for using the add-ons and others. Firefox is still my default browser though. What about you? Which browser is your current default browser?
Very true, I felt that it hangs sometimes.. Anyway the firefox girl is hotter =PP
I strongly agree with what you said. But i still waiting for google to do something on chrome. Maybe we just need to wait ...
chrome is still in beta stage... i like it because it's fast but unfortunately too many function unavailable yet. surprisingly chrome doesnt have "cut" button. luckily i know shortcut button Ctrl+X...
come comment my post too ^^
ahmike: haha ~~ you found the girl hot yeah, not firefox eh?
4 a better w0r1d: perhaps we need to wait, i am crossing my fingers now, hopping for something good
slumberaja: ah yes..the wonder of shortcut key .... we are lucky to have that :D ...alright will comment on your post...
Found sth interesting related to chrome...
http://hackingtuts.com/category/google-chrome-cookbook/
Have a look...
1. I've heard rumours they started to implement basic GreaseMonkey functionality in Chromium code. And for now: http://blogote.com/2008/ideas/browser-ideas/how-to-install-greasemonkeys-script-on-google-chrome.html
2. Go to youtube.com -> Click on `wrench' button -> Options -> Basic -> Manage SearchEngines. You'll find there YouTube search - simply make it default SE temporarily. It'll stay on your SE list for ever. Customize it (i.e. add shortcut); just type the shortcut in Omnibox followed by Tab to search.
3. http://www.google.com/support/chrome/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=95314
5. There is NO default browser on my desktop. Cooperative mode will work always better than kill'em all mode `(|;-)
anonymous: yes very interesting indeed :D
anonymous: wow , a great way to find out on how to default the SE through youtube.
thanks, i am sure this will help others a lot :)
omg im doing exactly the same. firefox for the RSS feed bar and chrome for browsing and visiting most visited sites
tingtitlei: XD welcome to the crowd
Have you tried the ATT POGO browser?
http://www.pogobrowser.com/beta.php
I don't understand the Chrome hype. Yeah, it's pretty fast, I'll give it that. But that's about all. I can't customize it, it looks ugly, the user interface is TOO minimalistic. I don't get why they're trying to reinvent the wheel. Why do I suddenly need this "incognito" thing?
I'm a big fan of trying out new browsers, but Chrome simply has not impressed me.
Raz: no not yet, but will do it once I get some free time :D thanks for sharing
Wolf the Raccoon: everyone is into the Google-hype I guess. Wanting to try new stuff and checking out what Google has. I believe Google did quite a good job on the loading mechanism, however they have got to improve on other stuff to fight with other browser...
yeah?
What's with all the fuss bout google Chrome. It sucks for me too. :)
it just doesn't feel and operate right. Firefox all thw way.
Yeah for Firefox! Google has a home button, its just that you have to set it in the options. Anyway it also sucks for me too. =)
I uninstalled it after 25 minutes of using.