{
  "id": 15953777,
  "title": "I tried Samsung Browser on my non-Samsung phone; it almost convinced me to switch",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/i-tried-samsung-browser-on-my-non-samsung-phone-it-almost-convinced",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-21T21:00:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Android Police",
    "slug": "android-police",
    "url": "https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-browser-vs-chrome-firefox-brave-comparison/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "I recently tried Samsung Browser on my non-Samsung phone, and it almost convinced me to switch from my current mobile browser. Despite not owning a Samsung device, I was intrigued by the positive reviews and decided to give Samsung Browser a try. The setup was straightforward: I installed the Samsung Browser app on my phone and immediately noticed a polished web experience. However, one significant limitation stood out – Samsung Browser's strict adherence to the One UI design, which limits customization options for non-Samsung users. The browser's layout is designed for one-handed use, with the bottom-centric layout making all options reachable easily. This is perfect for modern smartphone screens and allows for a seamless one-handed browsing experience. Speed is another factor that caught my attention. Samsung Browser outperformed my other mobile browsers, loading complex websites quickly, even on my midrange phone. Additionally, the browser offers extensive customization options, including the ability to place the address bar at the bottom and customize the toolbar. However, one aspect that disappointed me was the limited availability of extensions. Unlike other mobile browsers, Samsung Browser's add-on support is restricted to Galaxy device users, as the Galaxy Store, where extensions are downloaded, is exclusive to Samsung phones. As a result, non-Samsung users are left with a limited selection of extensions, which undermines the overall simplicity and customization of the browser. While Samsung Browser excels in smooth scrolling, one-handed navigation, and layout customization, its reliance on Samsung devices for full functionality is a drawback. Despite this limitation, I continue to use Samsung Browser occasionally for its smooth browsing experience and consider switching full-time when I have access to the full range of extensions.",
  "summary": "One missing feature is a deal-breaker",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}