19 Jun 08 Behind Google's Chrome Intentions and Outcome…

We all want to know what Google is thinking and what their goal is with this Chrome browser.  Personally, I thought Google did a great thing by making it open source.  For god sakes, you can now basically create your own browser based on the Chromium and maybe even add your family album as Google gadgets plugin.  (or whatever)

The same thing can be said of Firefox, of which some companies have took advantage and even made a Web Browser-based SQL database browser called Kirix Strata. (It’s built on the Gecko, the open source engine behind Firefox.  You can find details here.)

By open-sourcing it, Google’s already ahead of the competitions like Microsoft while Mozilla is also open source and has been proving itself in the open-source world for years.

I think in 2-3 years, Google can easily blow the market away from everybody not because Chrome browser is awesome right now, but because it will be 5-10 times more awesome by then.  Knowing the number of people who work on the Google search engine as a mass collaboration of engineers to build a highly scalable search engine system, I think this Browser market is already in their hands as they have proved once before with GoogleMaps overtaking YahooMaps with its itsy bitsy pixel mapping technology . (although Yahoo now has the same technology, their maps are almost identical to Google except StreetView and some other features, which make GoogleMaps better.

We will keep a keen eye on how this all turns out, stay tuuuuned by subscribing to the blog! Tags:3 years, browser market, Chrome Rumors, chromium, competitions, firefox, gadgets, gecko, google, google search engine, itsy bitsy, keen eye, mapping technology, mozilla, open source world, scalable search, search engine system, strata, streetview, yahoomaps

14 Jun 08 Google Chrome Comic is Viral Marketing at its Best!

Although you might get a laugh from the bastardized versions of Google Chrome Comic, the comic itself is a viral marketing feat at its best.

Why?

Well, take a look at this marketing strategy where a company sends out fake employee badges and fake company organization chart just to get the bloggers’ attention.  (I actually had chance to talk to one of the founders of the company at the Web2.0 show)

In a similar fashion, Google sends out their Chrome Comic Book to all types of bloggers, developers, and press people before you can even download the browser itself.

What happened after that is you know what.    (Yes, very badly bastardized versions of the comic indeed but the fire spread wildly through the blogsphere causing people like me to make a blog about the Chrome)

I think Google Chrome will keep going strong as long as the Chrome developers (Chromers) respond to wanted features and bugs quickly. Tags:bugs, Chrome Rumors, comic book, company organization chart, developers, employee badges, fashion, founders, google, laugh, marketing strategy, viral marketing, web2 0

14 Jun 08 Microsoft Office Live doesn't support Google Chrome Browser, a scandalous conspiracy by Microsoft?

I found this tip that Microsoft’s (MSFT) Office Live doesn’t work in Google’s (GOOG) Chrome browser and for me that was kinda hard to believe as I know OfficeLive only uses Javascript and AJAX to run its site.

Anyways, I tried it myself and above is what I get with Homer Simpson saying, “Dope!”.  (You need to sign in to get the error meesage btw.)

I think this is either Microsoft never intended for another browser to come into the market OR they hate Google and they will do anything they can to stop Chromers.

Well, Microsoft should fix it real soon if they get this message but otherwise, Chromers will have to stay away from Microsoft’s products and rely on Google Docs and GMail instead.  (Well Google can always make IE not work in Google…. that would really make people stop using IE… what a brilliant marketing strategy although very cruel.)

Chromers, fight back and blog about this! :p Tags:ajax, btw, Chrome Rumors, conspiracy, docs, dope, goog, homer simpson, marketing strategy, microsoft, microsoft office, msft

12 Jun 08 Firefox 3.1 and IE8 adding Google Chrome's Incognito Stealth Mode!

Google Chrome might lack in terms of experience in comparison to Mozilla Firefox 3.1 and Microsoft’s IE8 but it turns out Firefox and IE will be implementing Chrome’s incognito stealth mode.

The incognito steath mode in Google Chrome browser (Ctrl+Shift+N in Google Chrome opens a new “incognito window”) allows users to surf the web anonymously, the browser skipping caching, saving passwords, and other important information that might possibly harm the user.  (Of course, for you porno freaks, this is a perfect way to “hide” your traces.)

It’s a simply concept but Google’s Chrome browser has included as a standard option.  It’s not surprising that Firefox 3.1 and IE8 will have the same feature as it’s not too complicated to implement other than “not storing any of users’ data”.

September 11, 2008 (Computerworld) Mozilla Corp. will respond to rivals Google Inc. and Microsoft Corp. with a private-browsing mode in Firefox, according to notes posted on its Web site, and is on track to deliver one in 3.1, the version that will likely go beta next month.

via computerworld Tags:Chrome Rumors, computerworld, firefox, freaks, google inc, ie8, incognito, microsoft, microsoft corp, mozilla, passwords, private browsing, rivals, september 11, stealth mode, traces

06 Jun 08 Anatomy of Google Chrome Logo?

There a lot of buzz on the internet starting with someone saying that the Google Chrome looks like a Simon, Pokeball from Pokemon, and some people simply hating it.

Well to clarify where most of the Google Logo came from, we decided to do some color matching with Google’s original logo here:

As you can see, all the colors were taken from the original Google logo.

As for the shape of Chrome logo, I guess it does kinda remind me of Simon mostly but Pokeball seems a little far fetched. (maybe those kids who watch Pokeman all day)

I think it’s important to note that Firefox and IE logos both are sorta circular so that might be why Google decided to make such a logo.

Yes, in all, I am tired of people blogging about the Chrome logo, (so we will stop here) I wish people concentrated more on the features.  If you really want to contribute to Google’s logo creation, we highly suggest you to apply for a job at Google first . Tags:anatomy, buzz, Chrome Rumors, colors, firefox, google, google logo, job, logo creation, logos, pokeball, pokemon, shape, those kids

05 Jun 08 Number One Reason I still use Firefox over Chrome!

(Image Credit: firefox10.com)

Here’s the number one reason I still use Firefox over Chrome:

Firefox Plugins.  I have to admit, without Firefox Plugins, I cannot use my Del.icio.us (fast enough), I cannot get my Toolbars, etc…etc…

One thing I do really wish was that Chrome had been based on Gecko instead of WebKit.  That way, all my Firefox plugins would work in Chrome (and vice-versa).  Maybe someone will figure out a way to hack it though. (and we are here 24/7 to cover that so please subscribe to our blog!)

What’s your reasons for still using Firefox?

Leave in thoughts in Comments section. (For ideas, check out this post on CNET) Tags:blog, Chrome Rumors, comments section, firefox plugins, gecko, image credit, one thing, toolbars, webkit

05 Jun 08 Google Fixes Chrome's EULA or ToS!

After what seems like a blunt error, Google quickly fixes their EULA or ToS to show that copyrights are retained for people who use Chrome to publish their documents and whatnot.

Here’s the new fix:

11. Content license from you
11.1 You retain copyright and any other rights you already hold in Content which you submit, post or display on or through, the Services.

And apologies from the Google team:

So for Google Chrome, only the first sentence of Section 11 should have applied. We’re sorry we overlooked this, but we’ve fixed it now, and you can read the updated Google Chrome terms of service. If you’re into the fine print, here’s the revised text of Section 11:

We say no worries, move on!

via googleblog Tags:apologies, Chrome Rumors, content license, copyrights, eula, google, no worries, section 11, tos, whatnot

05 Jun 08 Google Chrome Source Code Download Found!

Remember our frustrations on not being able to find the source code for Google Chrome Browser?

Well, it turns out one of our readers were smarter than us and here it is:

Download Google Chrome Source Code! Tags:Chrome Rumors, chrome source code, frustrations, google, google chrome source code, source code

04 Jun 08 What is Google Chrome Built On?

For those of you who have been wondering why Google named Chrome, I was wrong that it had anything to do with Firefox but I did find out that Google uses the same open-source WebKit used by Safari browser used on Macs and iPhones.

WebKit is basically an open-source browser you can download and build a browser yourself.  (using a compiler of course)

Now, for anyone to make the current version of Google Chrome from the WebKit, you can’t because there’s no download page for Google Chrome’s open-source packages yet.  (Yes, it’s open-source but it’s not open-source until you can actually download the source code)

I am sure Google is needs time for beta testing before they provide the public with open-source of Google Chrome but I am too eager to wait.

But don’t worry as we are here to cover any breaking news about Google Chrome.  Subscribe to our blog and stay updated on the latest news about Google Chrome!

Happy Chrome-ing! Tags:beta testing, blog, breaking news, Chrome Rumors, current version, download page, firefox, google, iphones, macs, open source packages, safari, source browser, source code

04 Jun 08 Google's Sergey Brin Hints Chrome will be on Android!

In a recent interview, Sergey Brin hints that Google’s new browser Chrome will be on the Android, another open-source operating system for cellphones from Google.

Although Google says they did not expect this and that the Chrome and Android were developed separately, I think Google will definitely be able to come up with a mobile version of Chrome to be used on the Android.

Why Chrome on Android?

Well, Android is a great way for Google to take control of the whole PDA/cellphone but having their own browser makes it even more lucrative for them.

The Google Chrome is made to execute Javascript and AJAX applications FAST , meaning if implemented on Android-enabled phones, the Chrome will be able to run faster than any other mobile browser.

Part of the reason stems from the fact that Javascript and AJAX are not supported well (or not at all) by most cellphone/PDA devices.  In fact, the only cellphone really capable of processing Javascript is the iPhone.

Another thing to think about is that a lot of PDA and cellphones nowdays can run any Java application. (JAD or JAR file)

By having the Google Chrome based on Java, Google could easily adapt Google Chome on mobile phones, Linux-enabled netbooks, and yes you name it buddy.

I am still not clear on the WebKit(The open-source browser Chrome is built on) but we will be getting to that next.

Happy Chroming!

Chrome and Android were developed largely separately, Brin said in an interview at the Chrome launch event Tuesday. “We have not wanted to bind one’s hands to the other’s,” Brin said. But you can expect that to change now that both projects are public and nearing their first final releases.

“Probably a subsequent version of Android is going to pick up a lot of the Chrome stack,” Brin said, pointing to JavaScript improvements as one area.

And the brand name likely will follow. “My guess is we’ll have ‘Chrome-like’ or something similar,” he said.

via cnet Tags:android, brand name, cellphone, cellphones, chome, Chrome Rumors, google, google chrome, iphone, jad, jar file, java application, launch event, mobile version, nowdays, open source operating system, pda devices, sergey brin, source browser, stack, webkit