Touch Browser 1.10.5207.19901
This is especially true when it comes to web browsers and not few are those who are on the lookout for an Internet Explorer replacement on Windows Phone.
A viable alternative for that utility could be Touch Browser, an app that comes with many new functions and improvements that are not available in Microsoft's proprietary web browsing solution.
Well designed interface, optimized for practical use
This utility comes with a neat look and offers really smooth navigation through webpages, menus and settings. The tabs are displayed in the lower side of the screen and are transparent, so they do not interfere too much with the page loaded in the background.
As opposed to Internet Explorer, the address bar is placed in the upper part of the screen, which makes it more easy to access and use. The commands are all at hand in the lower part of the screen and a long tap on a hyperlink or on an image will reveal the context menu.
Open any website in a jiffy, manage bookmarks and save images on the fly
Touch Browser moves fast and loads the webpages accordingly. An important mention is that it even has superior compatibility in opening some websites under Windows Phone 8 as compared to Internet Explorer.
Marking a page as favorite needs only one tap on the star shown in the address bar, while the "Speed Dial" offers a good method of storing the most often visited pages, so you can open them faster.
Another handy feature of this app is the ability to save and share images, the two actions being available from the context menu of any picture.�
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Bottom Line
Design / UI9
With its nice background and seamless navigation, Touch Browser manages to provide a pleasant experience to its users, but some interface customizations would surely be great to have. |
Function9
This app works smoothly when browsing the web and it offers a good deal of features that are very useful for anyone. Extras like locking the orientation of the screen or the "Speed Dial" bring it more value. |
Security9
Touch Browser needs to know only the phone identity and other than that, all the user data is kept safe and untouched, so it scores well in this department also. |
Battery7
The power consumption can be a bit above average when used intensively to load flashy webpages or when downloading pictures from the web. |
Price9
The basic feature pack offered by this app is pretty solid and those who wish to have access to the premium features can purchase an upgrade for a small fee. |
Compatibility8
Touch Browser is made for devices powered by Windows Phone 8 or higher and the only notable requirement it has is a minimum screen resolution of 480 by 800 pixels, which is pretty common for these handsets. |
Specifications
- price:
- Free with IAP
- current version:
- 1.10.5207.19901
- reviewed version:
- 1.10.5207.19901
- developer:
- borneo mobile
- category:
- INTERNET & NETWORK
- os version req.:
- 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- Yes. unlock features, add extra functions
- hits:
- 680