Google Chrome to Revolutionise South Africa Mobile Browsing
The launch of Google’s Chrome for mobile is a triumph indeed. The result of this advance is that cell-phones can take a massive leap towards becoming as capable as desktop computers. In terms of South Africa mobile usage, this fully-fledged browser might mean a further lessening of the digital divide. With the South Africa mobile subscriber base being thirteen times the size of its fixed-line subscriber base at the end of 2010, the advantage of being able to have the same web-browsing experience as that of desktop user is something that a lot of South Africans are in need of.
As the Internet is increasingly permeating every aspect of life, being able to access it on an equal footing is vital. Within the South African context, the lack of economic empowerment and an unbiased education system, as well as the shortage of access to utilities are hampering the country’s developments as well as societal inclusiveness.
Access to Internet in this digitally inclined world is something that studies conducted by educators, politicians and researchers have pinpointed as being essential to the progression of South African society. South Africa mobile phone operators and networks will be excited with the technological progression occurring.
Features of Chrome for mobile include the ability to open multiple tabs, link previews to avoid accidently selecting the wrong one, faster uploading time, and being able to sync seamlessly with a user’s desktop Chrome browser. For individuals moving between their phone and computer, being able to pick up where you left off will be useful in terms of time management and surfing the web on the go.
The consistent yearly increase of South Africa mobile numbers and usage will be encouraged by developments like the launch of Google’s Chrome for mobile. Being able to have a seamless web-browsing experience will lead to positive growth within South African society. The offer of hosted exchange services to small businesses and the ingenuity of ip pbx solutions are another example of the provision being made for economic growth. Catering for different needs is integral to encouraging expansion.
While Google has a financial interest in Chrome doing well, the browser is currently only selectively available to Android devices that have the latest system update; affectionately named Ice Cream Sandwich. The problem, however, should ultimately be solved through customers and manufacturers inevitably upgrading.
Google’s aim is to offer users the same web experience whether it be on desktop, tablet, or mobile phone. In a country that relies on mobile internet access, this could finally put South Africa mobile and desktop users on an equal footing.