Khaberni - In a bold step, OpenAI, the owner of the AI model "ChatGPT," launched its new browser "ChatGPT Atlas" as part of its competition with the search giant Google and its most popular browser "Chrome" which has dominated the browsing arena for more than a decade and a half.
According to "Android Headlines," the new AI browser is currently only available on "MacBook" devices or any computer running "MacOS."
In this context, many technicians tested the new browser immediately after it was announced in the latest live broadcast by "OpenAI," showing that "Atlas" is not only trying to mimic the Chrome experience but to redefine it in innovative and smarter ways.
The full benefits of the new browser can be experienced by trying the following four features:
1- A smart sidebar integrated with ChatGPT:
Although Google recently provided access to its robot "Gemini" via Chrome, the experience remains disjointed due to pop-up windows that interrupt browsing flow.
In contrast, "OpenAI" adopted a smoother approach with "Atlas," where "ChatGPT" appears in a sleek sidebar that does not disrupt the user experience; a single click in the top corner is enough to start chatting without leaving the page, making AI a natural part of the daily browsing process.
2- Scrollable tabs:
One of the most striking features in "Atlas" is the scrollable tabs, which, unlike in Chrome, where tabs shrink until their titles disappear, the new browser maintains full-size tabs that can be navigated simply by scrolling, achieving fluidity and speed—a feature long desired by users.
3- Displaying full URL addresses with one click:
It may seem like a simple feature, but it's important for many professional users, as in "Atlas," it’s possible to activate or hide the display of full link addresses easily via a direct toggle switch in the settings menu.
This flexibility makes dealing with long links easier, especially for journalists, researchers, or workers in the field of cybersecurity who need to see every part of the link accurately.
4- Support for Chrome extensions and security features:
Although "OpenAI" has not officially stated so, the "Atlas" browser is built on the same "Chromium" core used by "Google Chrome" and "Microsoft Edge," meaning Chrome store extensions can be directly installed without any modifications, along with receiving the same security updates periodically released by Google.
This step gives the new browser the users' trust from the first moment, without sacrificing performance or security.
Challenges
Despite these strong features, "Atlas" is not without some downsides; so far, the browser does not support switching between multiple "Google" accounts, a fundamental feature for many users who rely on more than one personal or professional account.
Also, the frequent reminders to upgrade to the paid version have irritated some reviewers, considering it an annoyance that detracts from the smooth experience.
