Skyfire may be the hot stuff as of late in Android web browsing world, but there’s always someone else vying for that #1 title. For Android users whom are a bit more daredevilish, opting to try out new and obscure apps, the Dolphin browser is a worthy option. To most using Dolphin now, it doesn’t seem that obscure. But a few months back it was quite a different story. Also, a few months back, Dolphin was a much less capable browser.
Today however the Dolphin team is turning over a new leaf tab with the release of Dolphin HD. This update is a much, much nicer looking browser albeit being a bit heavier in the resource department. One other sticking point we might as well get out at the beginning is the Android 2.0+ requirement. Sorry Cupcake/Donut users, no dice for you. Then again, being a more resource intensive app, those older phones generally have crappier processors which in turn would result in an overall crappy experience. Everything happens for a reason, right?
But there’s joy to be had, specifically in the large assortment of new features.
- Multiple tab support
- Full multi-touch support
- “Flick” thumb nail navigation menu
- Browser extensions
- YouTube video downloader
- Widgets
I’ve been messing around with it for a few minutes and can confirm that while being a bit on the resource intensive side, the added features make up for it. At least for me, my Droid is still chuggin’ along without much stress at all. Older devices that make the 2.0+ cut may not be so lucky. Hopefully as time goes on, the Dolphin team can tighten the browser’s belt a few notches for legacy users.
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