Chrome, enough

OK, we have those topics that everyone is talking about (even about the inspiration behind its logo!), but it really tires me out now to hear about new browsers. I like to have good tools for work, so I do test them all, as I did with Chrome, but I am getting to the stage where only Firefox 3 is suitable for my needs (sorry, Flock - you have a good team, but still need to work on it a bit).
I need to get rig of all others from my laptop, I mean look at this list!

Five different web browsers it way too much!

Firefox 3 stays, decided!
There are few interesting things about the Chrome launch itself though...I liked the idea of the cartoon. I see there are browser themes available already, and Google privacy terms and conditions issue got me interested though.. hm... I wonder if Google will make it to the top three:) Thoughts?

Flock 2 in beta

Those of you who follow me on Twitter might know that few days ago I gave up waiting on feedback to my e-mail to Flock guys and decided to use Firefox 3. Actually, I still think it's a great browser, BUT! The very same Flock person picked up my mentioned tweet and responded immediately - which something bloggers like:) and deserves appraisal. I was given a chance to try out the beta 2 version of Flock and must admit that it works better on my Vista now. I am still trying it out (I really like the blog posting options on Flock - mainly when my xx wifi provider is shit and the connection dies every few seconds and I need to post quickly on few servers), but I noticed two reasons against using it on an on-going basis.
1. Flock does not allow me to upload a pic to the posting window directly - for me it's pain in the neck, since I am a photographer and I like posting my own s....hizzle:)
2. I have just discovered Zemanta Firefox add-on which is simply very, very cool and I am still enojying using it for tagging!

I am impressed by the outreach of Flock guys, so I will keep using both for a while (Flock from home probably, due to my shitty connection) and keep an eye on Flock's improvements. It has potential, so let's see.

Compromise: Flock and Firefox 3

I am forced to compromise. After long weekend away from my laptop I finally managed to grab my dongle and test a few browsers. I must admit my sentiment towards blogging with Flock stays the same, so I am leaving it purely for those and social networking purposes. I decided to use Firefox 3 for work and serious browsing, since this software seems to be most developed and reliable so far. Let me know if I made a good choice, or shall I look for more options still...tempted to get them both in Polish though.

Update: I have just been contacted by Evan from Flock, who asked me about my issues with their browser - appologies, but it is private communication via comment, so I deleted it, and responded to him via e-mail. It's good to know Flock guys are interested in our problems and willing to potentially sort them out. Thanks, Evan!

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