Future Chrome release could remove the very worst ads on the internet

By Kamran Zia -

Update Google Chrome - Google Chrome app on a Pixel smartphone

The Google Chrome version 76 update is just around the corner, likely landing by the end of this month. However, there’s a new feature in the works that could possibly land with Chrome version 77 or even a later release.

That new feature will block “heavy” ads. The feature itself is called “Heavy Ad Intervention.”

Editor's Pick

15 best Android browsers of 2019!

Web browsers are one of the most important apps on any device. Having the right features and performance while browsing the web can literally change your entire experience. Finding the right one can be difficult …

When you’re browsing the web, you might come across an ad that uses up a lot of resources. This can cause the page your viewing to load slowly or even break the page entirely.

To help prevent this, a future version of Chrome will completely block ads of this type — specifically, advertisements that use more than 4MB of bandwidth or take up CPU resources for 60 seconds or more. Ads such as these will appear as empty boxes with text that says it was removed and a link to see more details on why.

According to Google, “heavy” ads make up less than one-tenth of one percent of all ads on the internet, so there’s a good chance you will never see this feature in action. However, it would be nice to know if it was there!

Stay tuned for our update on Chrome 76, which lands in a few weeks.

Download Chrome

Previous Google Chrome updates

Improved password generator, quick password lookup

June 5, 2018: Google Chrome 75 (75.0.3770.67) brings a new feature that allows you to create stronger and more unique passwords. It is also easier to look up your stored passwords using the new keyboard tool. In addition to these new features, Chrome 75 for Android also has a number of stability and performance improvements.

Improved Data Saver feature and new “Dino page” features

March 12, 2019: Chrome users with Data Saver turned on will now see a Lite icon in the URL bar when a page has been optimized for lower data speeds. Also, when you are offline and the “Dino page” appears, instead of just being stuck playing the same endless runner over and over again you can read saved articles directly from the Dino screen.

FileReader API zero-day exploit fix

March 1, 2019: Google has released a Chrome update which patches a serious “use-after-free” flaw related to the FileReader API. This API allows websites and other web-based services to read files stored on a user’s computer. But the flaw lets hackers break out and execute potentially malicious code on a device.

10th-anniversary update

September 4, 2018: Google Chrome is celebrating its tenth birthday with a bunch of improvements. Chrome v69 includes an updated, cleaner design, password generation on more sites, and mobile payments via third-party payment apps.

Find saved passwords

April 17, 2018: Chrome 66 adds a new feature that lets Android users find all saved passwords under Settings > Passwords.

More on Google Chrome:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Woman clawed by zoo jaguar while trying to take selfie, learns valuable lesson

By Kamran Zia -
Image
Slate A woman’s trip to the Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium, and Safari Park in Arizona was cut short when she was clawed by a captive jaguar (via CBS News ). The woman had climbed over a concrete barrier to get closer to the animal to snap a selfie with her smartphone. The woman was admitted to the hospital with her arm in “pretty bad shape,” according to medical responders. However, she was released shortly after with a series of stitches. According to witnesses on the scene — one of which captured a video of the woman writhing in pain after the jaguar clawed at her arm — the incident began when the unidentified woman climbed over a federally-regulated concrete wall that helps to keep a safe distance between the animal cage and the spectators. Once over the wall, the woman turned her back to the cage to snap the selfie. At some point shortly thereafter, the jaguar reached its two front paws outside the cage and grabbed the woman’s arm. The woman then tried to wrench it out of the
Read more

The 12 best TV shows on Netflix you can binge right now

By Kamran Zia -
Image
Looking for the best shows on Netflix can be hard given the huge selection the streaming service offers. This is why we have created a list of our favorite ones and are ready to share it with you! Netflix gave many critically acclaimed TV shows from regular broadcast and cable networks a second life. Some of the best television shows ever made are now available for binge viewing on the service. In addition, they have a healthy portfolio of original shows and mini series for your viewing pleasure. Best shows on Netflix: Breaking Bad Dracula Stranger Things Mad Men The Office (US) Twin Peaks The Witcher The Walking Dead Parks and Recreation The Good Place Black Mirror Russian Doll Editor’s note : This list of the best shows on Netflix will be updated as TV series leave and others make their debut on Netflix. 1. Breaking Bad Of all of the older shows streaming on Netflix, this series may have benefited the most. Breaking Bad is about a high-school chemistry t
Read more

10 best adult apps for Android (NSFW)

By Kamran Zia -
Image
The adult entertainment industry has come a long way in the last 20 years. Before, all you had were VHS tapes with videos that looked like they were shot in a mafioso’s basement with magazines that you had to ask actual people to get from behind the counter to give you. The horror. These days you can stream and download all the pornography you want, usually for free and in HD, and no one’s the wiser. With tech making it easier than ever to Netflix and chill yourself, it’s only natural that you’ve stumbled upon this page looking for the best porn apps for Android. Please note, if you’re under the legal age in your country, please leave. This isn’t for you. Also, since most of these apps aren’t available in the Play Store, it’s highly recommended that you exercise caution. Let’s get started! Don’t forget to protect your phone against potential problems with the best antivirus apps! Incognito mode gets you almost unlimited adult content. Check out the best Android browsers now! Apt
Read more