Arc Browser

AppWizard
November 20, 2024
Google has introduced a native Google Drive for Desktop application specifically for Windows on Arm computers, marking it as the second app optimized for this platform after the Chrome browser. The app is currently in beta, and users may experience bugs, so Google recommends using non-production data or having backups. The app offers functionality similar to its x64 version but lacks the Outlook Meet plugin. It allows for efficient syncing between cloud storage and local devices. Other recent Arm-compatible applications include Arc Browser, NordVPN, and Notion, while the Quick Share app operates through emulation. The Google Drive app is available for download through Google's official link.
Winsage
October 19, 2024
Qualcomm has canceled its Snapdragon Dev Kit, a compact Windows on Arm PC originally set for release in June, citing that it "has not met our usual standards of excellence." Customers will receive full refunds for their orders. The launch faced multiple challenges, and Qualcomm has not provided specific reasons for the delays. Some developers received units before the announcement, with one noting performance comparable to Apple's M3 Pro but lacking Linux support and having peculiar resale restrictions. A missing HDMI port was identified as a potential issue, with suggestions that it may have caused production delays and failed FCC compliance testing. The dev kit was intended to help developers adapt applications for Windows on Arm, with notable successes in native Arm64 applications. The cancellation raises concerns about Qualcomm's strategy for desktop PCs as it approaches its upcoming Snapdragon summit.
Winsage
October 17, 2024
Several popular applications have been optimized for Windows on Arm, including NordVPN, Arc Browser, Foxit PDF Editor, and Notion, which now run natively on Windows 11 on Arm devices. Native applications typically offer better performance and efficiency compared to emulated ones. The Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus processors support a wider range of applications, contributing to the growth of the Windows on Arm app library. Microsoft and Qualcomm have collaborated to improve program performance on Arm devices, leading to a rise in native app availability. Some applications still rely on emulation, but many popular apps are transitioning to native Arm versions.
Winsage
October 12, 2024
Microsoft announced Windows 11 version 24H2 at its recent event, introducing new AI features for Copilot+ PCs and expanded native application support, including the Arc browser. The Browser Company confirmed that Arc is now available for installation on any ARM devices, allowing users to download it from arc.net. The latest Arc version supports ARM processors on Windows, includes fixes for tab management, and has an open beta for Arc Search on Android 12 or later. Arc is compatible with Windows 10 and 11, and optimizations for ARM devices are expected to improve performance on both new and older models, including the Surface Pro X and Surface Pro 9 5G.
Winsage
October 12, 2024
Arc Browser is now fully compatible with Windows ARM, allowing users to download and install it directly from the official website. This native support is expected to enhance performance and optimize resource utilization on ARM devices. Arc has also resolved a crash issue related to tab management and introduced Arc Search, which is available on Android devices running Android 12 or later. The demand for software compatible with Windows on ARM is increasing, although the selection of native applications remains limited. Arc Browser, built on the Chromium framework, emphasizes user privacy and offers features like tracking prevention and incognito mode, aiming to provide a fast and modern browsing experience.
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