Floorp

Floorp underwent significant changes between versions 11 and 12, with the latter being lighter in development and easier to maintain by multiple people.
Floorp 12 uses a new base system called Noraneko, which allows for faster development and cleaner code.
Some users were disappointed by the forced updates that broke existing configurations.
Users had various questions and requests regarding issues like bookmarks disappearing, PWA functionality, and RAM usage.
There was a mix of positive feedback and concerns about features like workspaces sync, auto-hide toolbar, and AI implementation.
Users appreciated the developer's responsiveness to issues and the speed of new patches released to smooth out the new version's experience.

Firefox Alternatives

LibreWolf and Vivaldi have committed to never implement AI, serving as alternatives to Firefox.
Waterfox, Zen browser, and Natsumi were also mentioned as Firefox alternatives, each with its own features and user preferences.
Some users praised features like vertical tabs and tab groups in Firefox or Floorp, while others expressed concerns about memory usage and compatibility issues.
AI in browsers was a divisive topic, with some users strongly opposing it and preferring browsers without AI implementations.

Brave received mixed reviews, with some praising its ad-blocking capabilities and others expressing concerns about its performance.
Edge and Chrome were also mentioned as viable alternatives, each with its own pros and cons.
DuckDuckGo and Opera GX received mentions alongside other less common browsers like Mullvad Browser and Clover X.
There were discussions about browser memory usage, compatibility with websites, and the importance of privacy and security features in browser selection.

Users expressed disappointment and criticism towards Mozilla Firefox for potential AI implementations and other changes that some viewed as counter to the browser's principles.
There were concerns about Mozilla's direction, potential data selling practices, and the impact on user privacy and data security.
Some users considered switching to alternative browsers like Waterfox, LibreWolf, or other forks of Firefox for a more privacy-focused experience.
The controversy raised discussions about company decision-making, user trust, and the future of privacy in the browsing experience.

Opinions on AI in browsers varied, with some users strongly opposing it due to privacy concerns and others expressing more openness to its potential benefits.
Concerns were raised about the impact of AI on user data, privacy, and the overall browsing experience.

There were various technical questions and requests related to browser features like tab layouts, toolbars, and page colors across different browsers.
Users sought advice on optimizing browser settings, addressing memory usage issues, and customizing the browser interface based on personal preferences.