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Samsung Internet

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Samsung Internet
Company typeSoftware
IndustryWeb browser
Founded2012
FounderSamsung Electronics
Headquarters
Seoul
,
South Korea
Area served
Worldwide
ProductsWeb browser for Android devices, Microsoft Windows (briefly)
ParentSamsung Electronics
Websitehttps://developer.samsung.com/internet


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Samsung Internet is a web browser for Android devices, built on the Chromium platform and developed by Samsung Electronics. Initially launched in 2012, it served as a fundamental mobile browser exclusively for Samsung Galaxy smartphones.[1][2]

By 2016, Samsung reported approximately 400 million users active monthly. As per StatCounter, its share in the mobile browser market was near 4% globally in October 2024, after reaching a peak of 7% in 2019.[3]

In November 2023, Samsung Internet became available on Microsoft Windows through the Microsoft Store, but the app was unexpectedly removed in January 2024 without any official statement.[4]

Version history

In 2012, Samsung Internet supplanted the default Android browser on Samsung Galaxy models.[5]

5.4 Chromium 51 May 2017[13] Tab navigation via swipe gestures, quick menu access, enhanced navigation page (exclusive to China), and content blocker status indicators within menus were implemented.[14] 6.0 Chromium 56 September 8, 2017 6.2 Chromium 56 October 30, 2017 6.4 Chromium 56 February 19, 2018 Introduced a download manager and enabled Web Bluetooth by default.[15][16] 7.0 Chromium 59 March 7, 2018 Added high contrast mode, bookmarks bar functionality, and extended DeX support. 7.2 Chromium 59 June 7, 2018 Included WebGL2 support, Intersection Observer API, WebAssembly capabilities, and Protected Browsing feature.[17] 7.4 Chromium 59 August 19, 2018 Introduced Intelligent Scan authentication, a tailored Reader Mode experience, and improvements to Download History.[18] 8.0 Chromium 63 August, 2018 Featured Intelligent Scan integration alongside an upgraded download manager and augmented AR support. 8.2 Chromium 63 December 21, 2018 Enhanced Download Manager and Reader Mode; introduced quick access synchronization through Smart Switch.[19] 9.0 Chromium 67 February 20, 2019 Added support for One UI interface.[20] 9.2 Chromium 67 April 2, 2019 Removed previous "video assistant" quick menu extension; introduced redesigned app icon and user interface enhancements focused on one-handed use; incorporated Smart Anti-tracking; added option to enable Save All Images; resolved bugs and improved stability. 9.2.10.15 Chromium 67 May 19, 2019 Included +10/-10 second seek controls for YouTube videos on the web; optimized RAM consumption; addressed bugs related to Dark Mode and Iris auto-login during DeX Mode. 9.4 Chromium 67 July 22, 2019 Implemented QR Code reader; tablet-specific Tab Manager; Notification Manager for Web push alerts; per-tab history navigation; video autoplay control; ability to rename shortcuts when adding to home screen; Save All Images pause/resume function; plus bug fixes and performance improvements.<ref>{{Cite web ...

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Version Based on Release date Key enhancements
1.0 Chromium 18 2012 Debut version utilizing Chromium engine, offering essential browsing functions.
1.5 Chromium 28 First public release derived from Android browser.
2.0 Chromium 34 Integrated Samsung-specific extensions atop Chromium.
3.0 Chromium 38 August 2015 Introduced Quick Access, Navigation Page, Shortcut Promotion Banner, Audio Notifications, and Data Saving Mode[6]
4.0 Chromium 44 Early 2016 'Secret mode', content cards, floating video playback, video history tracking, web push notifications, service workers support, custom tabs, and content blocker extension were added.[7][8]
4.2 Chromium 44 October 4, 2016 'Secret Mode' gained Iris Scanner integration and Web Auto Login; also introduced Web Content Provider Extension, QR Code reader, Video Assistant, and support for 360° videos.[9]
5.0 Chromium 51 December 16, 2016 'Web payment' functionality and an improved Video Assistant were included.[10][11]
5.2 Chromium 51 February, 2017 'Samsung DeX' compatibility, CloseBy feature, deep integration of Web Payment with Samsung Pay, and Progressive Web App badges were introduced.[12]
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