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Google Chrome vs. UC Browser – Best Speed and Safety Comparison

There are two browsers with a large amount of users worldwide, both of which use an open-source project called Chromium. Let’s take a look at Google Chrome and UC Browser, which put together amount to more than 1.5 billion users. In order to find out what their similarities and differences are, we will try to compare both browsers by focusing on some of their key features.

Availability

Google Chrome is compatible with Android, Windows and Linux operating systems, whereas UC Brower can run on Windows, BREW, Symbian, Android, Samsung BADA, iOS and Tizen.

Speed

When it comes to Chrome, it is equipped with Data Saver, a system that blocks background data usage and optimizes the speed of browsing. On the other hand, thanks to Speed Mode and Cloud Boost, UC can help you get the most of even the slowest internet connection.

Data Saver

Both Chrome and UC Browser have a data saver feature available for users, which compresses webpages before they are loaded by the browser. This comes in handy especially when you want to make sure that you will not exceed your data usage.

Downloading options

While Chrome saves every file in the default location, UC Browser allows you to select the place on your device where you want to save the file.

Safety

Talking about security, UC Browser does not have a good press, as it has been involved in sensitive user data leaks. Overall, it has many vulnerabilities. Google Chrome, on the other hand, is a safe browser that actively blocks phishing websites. Incognito browsing is supported by both Chrome and UC, with one difference: unlike UC, Chrome opens selected pages in a new tab.

Summary

Even though both browsers are based on Chromium, they are not that similar in many aspects. While both have certain features managing data usage and speed, what separates them is that UC Browser is more versatile, whereas Google Chrome is much more secure than the other.

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Houdini Semi-jailbreak for iOS 12 Beta Working Soon

We already know that CoolStar is working on releasing an Electra jailbreak for iOS 11.3.1 and that the Houdini iOS 11.3.1 semi-jailbreak is out in the public domain.

Now we have some updates regarding the Houdini tool that seems to be already working on iOS 12 beta devices. The developer of the Houdini semi-jailbreak, Abraham Masri, has recently released an update for Houdini that has been received very well by the jailbreaking community. This is of course enough to prove that “jailbreaking isn’t dead” and that there is still a battle going on between Apple and the jailbreak community.

Thus, this newest update comes with tremendous excitement, as it is obvious that iOS 12 has its vulnerabilities that will be exploited even more in the future.

The information that we have so far comes from an image that was shared by Masri himself, showing Houdini running on an iPhone that already has iOS 12 installed. Also, based on a secondary post that reads “Just to be clear, the exploit used in the screenshot is not very powerful. It allows Houdini to write anything outside the sandbox but not read”, it looks like a new exploit is being used in order to allow this version of Houdini to function on iOS 12.

Another thing that we saw revealed in the post is that this semi-jailbreak tool may not be very “powerful” yet. Nevertheless, we are excited to see that Masri already started working on trying to liberate Apple’s iOS 12 platform. As we can probably expect, Apple will continue to launch new versions of iOS 12 into the testing community. They will certainly try to make the newer versions of the software as secure as possible.

We can definitely count on both security researchers and developers to create the jailbreaking tools that the community needs. Also, while the iOS 12 platform is still in beta, we cannot expect anything final and official to be launched. But we do hope things will get updated for when iOS 12 goes live to the public later this year.

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iOS 11.3.1 Jailbreak Tool Electra – An Update After the Exploit Release

The jailbreaking community has been impatiently waiting for another update about the Electra iOS 11.3.1 jailbreak tool. From the news that we have gathered so far, we know by now that Electra for iOS 11.3.1 is bound to happen. This is due to the latest Ian Beer exploit, a confirmed public release and we know of this from CoolStar as well.

According to the latest posts from CoolStar, all the needed components to update Electra already exist and at the moment he is working on renovating the tool. CoolStar has also confirmed that all the important pieces for the jailbreak have been put together and now he just has to put them all in the right place, while making sure that Electra will be able to perform in an efficient way. The jailbreak tool has to sustain all supported devices and firmware editions.

However, it is important to remember that CoolStar will work for now on creating a jailbreak tool for individuals who have a paid Apple Developer account. For the moment, these users will be prioritized. So most probably the public will not be able to have access to the iOS 11.3.1 jailbreak tool.

Nonetheless, this is not to say that users should pay $99 for a paid developer account from Apple. CoolStar actually advised people not to do this and wait for additional information about a public-facing release.

There has been no timeframe provided for the expected release. As you can probably imagine, having all the necessary components of the jailbreak tool is maybe just half of the work. Putting all pieces together, fixing technical glitches and developing something that supports all compatible firmware models and devices requires a lot of hard work. The tool has to be stable and reliable before it is launched to the public.

We will keep you updated if any additional progress is made. We also advise you to have your device prepared on iOS 11.3.1, while Apple is still signing the firmware.

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SnapTube Latest Update Download Available with Enhanced Performance and Stability

We live in a world where people don’t watch TV all day long and instead rely on online videos to keep themselves entertained. However, this comes at a cost since online videos require a stable internet connection or mobile data in order to load and we can be sure that no one like spending all their mobile data on YouTube videos.

SnapTube

Luckily, SnapTube is here to save the day because this app gives everyone the tools to download online videos. To make things even better, SnapTube is entirely free to use and it supports all the biggest video streaming platforms in the world with names such as Vimeo, DailyMotion, Vevo and so on.

New 4.40.0.4401310 Update

Since we are talking about SnapTube, we need to mention that a brand-new update has been released. The new update changes SnapTube’s version number to 4.40.0.4401310 and it is available in the form of APK. SnapTube fans should hurry up and get their hands on it because the new update is packed with software tweaks and bug fixes.

Improved Performance and Stability

The folks who are in charge of SnapTube put a high price on the user experience that the app offers and this is why they release so many software tweaks and bug fixes. Therefore, SnapTube fans who are looking for a better version of the app should get the new update.

Android Package Kit (APK)

As previously mentioned, the new SnapTube update is available only in the form of APK. This means that Android users are the only ones who get access to it ahead of time and that they are required to manually download and install the update.

In addition, SnapTube fans who wish to install the new update need to make sure to enable “Install apps from unknown sources” option which can be found in the Settings panel of all Android powered smartphones.

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Opera Mini Beta 35.1.22 Update Download Available with New Stability Improvements

Opera Mini is a renowned mobile browser that offers a premium web surfing experience to iOS and Android powered devices. What makes Opera Mini special is the fact that it’s been specially developed for smartphones that don’t ship with high-end hardware specs. Despite being targeted towards mid-ranged smartphones, this browser is packed with lots of cool features that make it easier for people to find the online content that they are looking for.

Opera Mini Beta 35.1.2254.128133 Update

One of the best things about Opera Mini is the browser’s stability. The developer team behind Opera Mini is constantly releasing new updates for the browser and these updates contain software tweaks and bug fixes.

Even though Opera Mini is a premium level browser, some issues still manage to pop up every now and then. However, the developers move quickly and get rid of them through new updates. With that in mind, Opera Mini has just received a new update which changes its version number to 35.1.2254.128133.

Improved Stability

There’s nothing more annoying than trying to surf the web in your free time or simply looking for some valuable information only to have the browser crash in the middle of the process. Fortunately, this is never going to happen with Opera Mini since the latest 35.1.2254.128133 update comes with a handful of bug fixes and software tweaks that prevent malfunctions from ever happening.

APK Update                                                                       

We should also mention that the new update is exclusive for Beta testers who use Android-powered devices. The update is available in the form of APK which is an acronym for Android Package Kit. Moreover, eager Opera Mini users who want to download the new update should be happy to know that everyone can enroll in the beta program.

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