14 DAY TRIAL // Vivaldi is without a doubt one of the best browsers on the desktop, and fortunately, the parent company is slowly but surely improving the experience on Android as well.
Version 5.6 is now available for download from the Google Play Store as well, and just as expected, the new version comes with lots of great improvements.
The first of them is the support for a configurable Menu Bar, which makes it possible to customize the layout just the way you want.
“We are now expanding this customization option to our Android browser, with the ability to edit the menu bar. You can easily rearrange, add or remove the functions that you need or use more often, tailoring the Menu Bar to your individual workflow. Choose from 2 menu bar presets or make your own custom menu bar displaying up to 5 items,” Vivaldi announced.
Then, the new Vivaldi version comes with support for Hardware Key Authentication.
The benefit is as obvious as possible, as a simple hardware security key that can be plugged into your USB-C port can guarantee safer logins without the need for passwords.
“Hardware security keys (also called security keys, U2F keys, or physical security keys) feature public-key cryptography and secure your online accounts more effectively. As more websites are moving toward this technology to implement 2FA and multi-factor authentication, we wanted to be sure you could use your key while browsing on Vivaldi,” Vivaldi says.
Vivaldi Social is also getting more polishing in this update, so beginning with this version, you can now access the UI in a more convenient manner.
“As more and more people seek alternative social networking options, we want to support social networks that aim for something better. That is why we launched Vivaldi Social, a new Mastodon instance for members of the Vivaldi Community and beyond. In Vivaldi 5.6 for Android, we give you even quicker access to Vivaldi Social from the browser – just tap on the new Vivaldi Social Speed Dial,” Vivaldi says.