Firefox version 121 stands out with a multitude of new features and improvements. This version brings notable progress in browser use and online security. What will convince you to change browsers or to continue using that of the Mozilla Foundation if this is already the case?
THE Mozilla Firefox browser is renewed with the version 121, succeeding version 120 which brought important bug fixes, such as fixing slow start-ups and excessive CPU consumption on sites like Google Maps. Version 121 goes beyond, with memory management optimizations, better responsiveness when navigation between tabsand a user interface update for more fluid and intuitive navigation.
Following the initiative already undertaken in version 120.1.1, for Android usersFirefox 121 offers increased flexibility with the integration of a widest range of extensions. This development makes it easy to install ad blockers, personalized themes, or even enhanced security tools. These additions not only improve the visual appearance of the browser, but also its functionality, allowing users toadapt the browser to their specific needs.
Firefox 121: Strengthened security and improved user interface
There user protection is reinforced in this version thanks to the functionality Review Checkr based on AI, designed to identify fake online reviews which was recently integrated into version 120. In addition to these improvements, Firefox 121 introduces features focused on ease of use. It is now possible toenable or disable automatically the hyperlink underlininga handy feature for enhanced visual navigation or to avoid theaccidental opening of pages. Another new feature is the addition of a floating button allowing you to easily remove media from PDF files. These new functions, accompanied by various security fixes, contribute to safer and more user-friendly browsing.
In addition to the features mentioned, Firefox 121 offers improvements in terms ofaccessibility and compatibility. Adjustments have been made to facilitate access to visually impairedwith notable improvements in the voice reading and keyboard navigation. It is in particular the macOS users who benefit from it, facilitating their navigation without the use of hands. In parallel on Windowsthis version now natively includes support for decoding AV1 video codecs. With the aim of improving the video playback performancethis feature uses hardware resources, such as the graphics card for example, instead of relying only on the software processor. Unlike a traditional extension, this support does not require additional installation.