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I used to use Brave, then used Bromite but that got abandoned. I think there's another fork of it, but ultimately I just use Firefox which has worked better for me overall.
Browsers are a big attack vector for exploits and security is very important. Firefox releases patches regularly and I don't have to worry about it being abandoned like some others. I disabled whatever telemetry / sponsored stuff they have enabled by default and feel it's a good balance of security & privacy + doesn't have the DRM crap chromium is trying to add.
Their extension support is nice too.
You're thinking of Chromite github link if anyone's looking for it.
Although I do agree, moving to Firefox is the simplest option and will cover the vast majority of people's needs.
What do you think would be the best ~not the simplest~ option?
Personally I used Bromite and switched to Cromite. Still the best mobile browser for Android IMO.
ABP built-in, userscript support, privacy/security enhancements, option for bottom address/tab bar, etc.
Problem is, it could end up going the way of Bromite as well, which would mean searching for a new browser again.
I'm excited for Waterfox Android, whenever that releases, as I switched back to Waterfox for my desktop browser recently, but there hasn't been any word on that lately so no clue when that'll happen.
Edit to add that I also love that Cromite has a desktop version. I always wanted a desktop version of Bromite, and I now have Cromite set up alongside Waterfox in case I need a chromium browser for compatibility. Once Waterfox Android releases, I'll have the perfect browser setup.
Oh I see! I didn't know Cromite had a desktop version! Thanks for sharing your thoughts :)
Yep! Note that if you end up running Cromite on Windows and want auto-updates, you'll have to download and set up a shortcut with chrlauncher as well as a custom config file. Only takes a few minutes though and works great once set up.
Bad thing that I don't use Windows that much, wish it had a Linux version. However I'll check it out when I use Windows to see how it goes. Thanks!
Yeahhh here's to hoping someone AURs it 😅