Vivaldi 7.0 browser is now available, presented with updates and improvements. The browser is based on the Chromium engine and is compatible with Linux, Windows, and macOS. The project is released under an open license with changes made to the Chromium code base. The browser interface is written in JavaScript and utilizes various technologies like React library, Node.js, and Browserify, along with NPM modules.
Developed by former Opera Presto developers, Vivaldi aims to provide a customizable and functional browser with a focus on user data privacy. Key features of Vivaldi include ad and tracker blockers, note and history managers, private browsing mode, end-to-end encrypted synchronization, tab grouping, side panel, extensive configuration options, horizontal tab view, and experimental built-in email client, RSS reader, and calendar.
The latest Vivaldi version includes about 120 improvements, such as:
- The new interface design allows users to customize the appearance and functionality of the browser. Users can switch between compact and standard interface layouts and adjust design settings according to their preferences. View image
- A new widgets panel in the express panel tab includes features like date/time, notes, bookmarks, stickers, calendar, and the ability to add website widgets. Users can also create their own widgets using technical guidelines provided. View image
- The built-in feed reader now supports folder organization for news feeds based on categories or topics. Users can watch YouTube videos within the client without ads, listen to videos in the background, and view content in full screen or enhanced mode. View image
- A new pop-up button in the email client allows users to quickly access the latest received emails. View image
