The Browser Company has launched the Windows version of its Arc web browser, marking a significant milestone in its journey. The Arc web browser, which was initially available only for Mac, has now been extended to Windows users, opening up a new world of browsing possibilities.
The Arc web browser is designed to replace your current browser and offers a unique browsing experience. It features a sidebar with the most-used web pages pinned at the top, Spaces for organizing different sets of tabs for various tasks, profiles for separate browsing data and preferences, and a split view for opening multiple tabs in a single window. It also supports a picture-in-picture video player, allowing users to watch videos while browsing other tabs.
One of the standout features of Arc on Windows is the Peek feature, which provides a quick link preview from the pinned and favorites tabs without clicking on the link. The Windows version also supports touchscreens, a feature not available in the Mac version. However, it lacks some features present in the Mac version, such as Little Arc, a floating browser window for temporary uses.
The Browser Company has built the Windows version in Swift, a programming language originally designed by Apple for iPhone and Mac apps. This decision allows the company to maintain feature parity between the Mac and Windows versions more easily in the future.
The Browser Company has also introduced Arc Sync, a feature that allows users to access their sidebar, spaces, folders, and tabs across devices. This feature is also available on the Windows version, enhancing the browsing experience for users.
Despite the recent launch, Arc for Windows has already garnered a user base of over 150,000 people. The company plans to extend support to Windows 10 and aims to achieve feature parity between the Mac and Windows versions. It also plans to release an Arc Search client for Android, indicating its ambition to expand its presence across platforms.
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