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Apple to Add Safari Extensions to Mobile Browser Experience
The first browser to add mobile extensions
By Allison Murray Allison Murray Tech News Reporter Southern Illinois University Allison reports on all things tech. She's a news junky that keeps her eye on the latest trends. Allison is a writer working out of Chicago, IL, with her only coworker: her cat Norbert. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on June 11, 2021 03:27PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Internet & Security Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Apple’s Safari browser is getting a major update in iOS 15 that will allow mobile users to use extensions. Among the slew of announcements during this week’s 2021 Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple said that extensions are coming to Safari browsers on mobile devices and tablets. The addition of extensions will allow users to customize their mobile browsing experience by adding password fillers, text translators, and other convenient apps. Safari will be the first mobile browser to offer extensions, beating out other browsers like Google Chrome. Right now, you can only download separate apps that act as extensions or use the few built-in ones like Safari’s popup blocker and Reader View, but this will be the first time extensions are built into a mobile browser. The addition of mobile extensions means users will be able to use popular Safari extensions like Adblock Plus, HoverSee, WasteNoTime, Honey codes, and more. Aside from news of the extensions, Apple announced an entirely new Safari experience coming not only to the new macOS. but all Apple devices. The reimagined Safari will have a streamlined tab bar with the search feature built right into the active tab. The new tab bar takes on the color of the site you’re viewing, so it feels like a part of the page. ...Extensions will allow users to customize their mobile browser experience by adding password fillers, text translators, and other convenient apps. Tab Groups also are a new addition to Safari in iOS 15, allowing users to save tabs into specific topics or groups and pick them back up later, even across devices. You can view more of Lifewire’s complete coverage of WWDC here. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Install, Manage, and Delete Safari Extensions How to Remove Safe Finder From Mac How to Use Safari Extensions on the iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch The Best Web Browsers for the iPad iOS 15: Release Date, Features, and Supported Devices The Top 10 Internet Browsers for 2022 The 15 Best Safari Extensions of 2022 Check the Version Number of Apple's Safari Browser The History of iOS, from Version 1.0 to 16.0 What Is the Google Chrome Browser? How to Turn off Incognito Mode What Is macOS? The iPadOS Versions Guide How to Activate and Use Responsive Design Mode in Safari How to Manage Extensions in Popular Web Browsers How to Install Extensions in Safari for Windows Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies