alternativeto

alternativeto, 10 months ago to random

⚡ Firefox has outperformed Google Chrome in terms of speed in a recent assessment by Speedometer, a tool that measures a browser's web app responsiveness. This challenges the perception of Firefox as a slower browser.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/7/firefox-outperforms-chrome-in-speed-for-the-first-time-according-to-a-speedometer-assessment/

alternativeto, 9 months ago to random

🪦 Microsoft is discontinuing WordPad after almost 30 years. They recommend using Microsoft Word for rich text and Windows Notepad for plain text, but you can also explore our complete list of alternatives: https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/9/microsoft-has-finally-announced-the-end-of-the-road-for-wordpad-a-windows-staple-since-1995/

alternativeto, 11 months ago to privacy

#MicrosoftEdge is raising #privacy concerns as it has been discovered that the browser is sending every picture viewed online to Microsoft.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/6/edge-sends-image-you-view-online-to-microsoft-and-raises-privacy-concerns/

alternativeto, 4 months ago to random

The Nitter project, a privacy-oriented X/Twitter front-end, has been discontinued by its owner. The decision is linked to X/Twitter's move to disable the creation of guest accounts, on which Nitter was heavily relying.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/1/privacy-oriented-x-front-end-nitter-is-shutting-down-following-changes-to-guest-accounts/

alternativeto, 9 months ago to random

#Brave's in-browser AI assistant, Leo, is now available for testing in the Nightly desktop channel. The AI, based on Meta's #Llama 2 model, offers interactive features such as video transcripts, article summaries, and reading assistance.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/8/brave-announces-its-in-browser-ai-assistant-leo-is-now-accessible-in-the-nightly-desktop-channel/

alternativeto, 7 months ago to random

YouTube has escalated its campaign against ad blockers, leading to an increase in user complaints. The platform is urging users to whitelist YouTube or deactivate ad blockers, or subscribe to YouTube Premium. https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/11/youtube-escalates-ad-blocker-campaign-globally-while-promoting-its-premium-subscription/

alternativeto, 7 months ago to random

Password manager #Dashlane is limiting its free plan from November 7, 2023, to store only 25 passwords per device, down from unlimited. From December, email and chat support will be exclusive to paid users.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/10/dashlane-restricts-free-plan-to-25-passwords-per-device-starting-next-month/

alternativeto, 9 months ago to random

Range of emotions

alternativeto, 7 months ago to reddit

#Reddit is considering blocking Google and Bing crawlers, in order to make AI companies pay for its data, stating that “Reddit can survive without search”. Without an agreement, Reddit posts will not appear in search results anymore.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/10/reddit-contemplates-cutting-off-google-and-bing-to-monetize-data-used-by-ai-companies/

alternativeto, 7 months ago to random

Checks all the boxes

alternativeto, 7 months ago to random

Secure email provider @Tutanota has rebranded as Tuta, making it the only secure email provider with a four-letter .com domain. The company will also gradually introduce a new logo and refreshed look and feel for their platform.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/11/privacy-focused-email-provider-tutanota-rebrands-to-tuta-and-announces-full-redesign/

alternativeto, 8 months ago to windows12

A leak suggests that Microsoft's upcoming #Windows12 may adopt a paid subscription model, marking a significant shift for the Windows operating system. However, this is just speculation, and Microsoft has not confirmed this.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/10/microsoft-might-move-windows-12-to-a-subscription-model-according-to-a-new-leak/

alternativeto, 11 months ago to random

🔫 Xonotic, the free and open source FPS arena shooter, has released version 0.8.6 with two new maps, performance optimizations, AI and visual upgrades, and new game modes including Mayhem, Survival and Team Keepaway.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/6/xonotic-0-8-6-new-maps-game-modes-and-security-fixes-in-this-essential-upgrade-for-fps-fans/

alternativeto, 8 months ago to random

#Comic HTML programmer

alternativeto, 5 months ago to random

Twilio plans to discontinue the desktop versions of its two-factor authentication app Authy from August 2024. The company suggests users transition to its mobile applications or consider alternatives.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/1/twilio-will-discontinue-authy-desktop-applications-from-august-2024/

alternativeto, 8 months ago to chess

#Opera has partnered with Chess.com to integrate the game into its web browser interface, available on both desktop and Android versions. The feature allows users to play #chess while browsing the internet.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/9/opera-partners-with-chess-com-to-integrate-chess-content-in-desktop-and-android-browsers/

alternativeto, 9 months ago to rust

#Rust has released version 1.72 of its programming language, featuring the ability to conditionally enable code using the cfg operator and removing the limit on const evaluation time.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/8/rust-1-72-0-has-been-released-with-new-features-and-plans-for-windows-support-update/

alternativeto, 8 months ago to random

Google will discontinue the Basic HTML view of its #Gmail service in January 2024, requiring users to use modern browsers. The decision has faced criticism from users with accessibility needs, slow connection, or old hardware.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/9/google-to-deprecate-basic-html-view-of-gmail-in-january-2024-sparking-criticism/

alternativeto, 7 months ago to random

Social media platform Pebble, once a competitor to Twitter, has announced its shutdown due to intense competition. Despite Twitter's recent controversial policies, Pebble struggled to compete against alternatives such as Mastodon, Bluesky, Hive, and Instagram Threads. https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/10/twitter-alternative-pebble-previously-t2-social-shuts-down-amidst-intense-competition/

alternativeto, 9 months ago to random

We just passed 1500 followers on our Mastodon account, thank you very much guys! 🥳

We're still on Twitter/X, but we're especially active here, so don't hesitate to follow us if it's not already done. 🙂

And for those of you who don't know, we also have a Discord server: https://discord.gg/VS45yNS

alternativeto, 5 months ago to random

From January 29th, 2024, Amazon will introduce ads into its streaming content. Customers can avoid ads by paying an additional $2.99 per month. https://alternativeto.net/news/2023/12/prime-video-will-include-ads-starting-january-2024-with-an-ad-free-option-for-an-extra-fee/

alternativeto, 11 months ago to random

We just passed 1000 followers on Mastodon, thank you very much guys, this means a lot! 🥳

alternativeto, 3 months ago to random

Mozilla has released its latest monthly update for its Firefox browser, version 123.0, featuring improvements to translation features, user accessibility, and developer-friendly features https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/2/mozilla-releases-firefox-123-0-with-improved-translation-and-advanced-developer-tools/

alternativeto, 3 months ago to random

Microsoft has complied with the EU's Digital Markets Act by allowing users to uninstall or disable certain features and apps, including Edge, Bing Search, and OneDrive https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/3/microsoft-complies-with-eu-s-dma-allowing-uninstalling-of-onedrive-edge-bing-and-more/

alternativeto, 19 days ago to random

Mozilla has announced that Firefox will soon include tab grouping, vertical tabs, a new profile management system, customizable new tab wallpapers, improved privacy settings, faster performance, and AI-generated alt-text for images in PDFs.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/firefox-will-add-tab-grouping-vertical-tabs-and-profile-management-in-the-coming-months/