On September 3, 2024,
Mozilla released Firefox 130, marking a major step forward in the browser’s evolution with AI integration and enhanced security. The key highlight of this release is the introduction of “Firefox Labs,” a new experimental feature that allows users to seamlessly interact with various AI chatbots while browsing.
| Firefox 130 Features | Significance |
|---|---|
| AI Chatbot Integration | Users can add popular AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Anthropic Claude to the sidebar for seamless browsing assistance. This allows for quick access to AI without leaving the browsing environment, enhancing productivity and multitasking. |
| Firefox Labs | A new experimental section in Firefox settings that allows users to test upcoming features before they are widely released. It empowers users to explore and contribute feedback on future browser features, fostering innovation. |
| Picture-in-Picture Auto-Open | Automatically enables PiP mode on active videos when switching tabs, enhancing video-watching convenience. This improves user experience for those who multitask or need continuous access to video content. |
| Local Weather Display | Shows local weather directly on the new tab page for U.S. and Canada users with the ability to select specific locations. This provides a convenient overview of real-time weather updates for users without requiring external apps. |
| Text Translation Enhancements | Improves translation tools by allowing users to translate selected portions of text after completing a full-page translation. This enhances browsing accessibility in multilingual contexts, especially useful for content translation. |
| Security and Performance Fixes | Includes critical security updates and patches to fix vulnerabilities, ensuring safer browsing. This strengthens privacy and security, addressing potential cyber threats. |
AI Integration: Chatbots
Users can now integrate some of the most popular AI chatbots directly into their browsing experience. Among the available options are:
- Anthropic Claude
- HuggingChat
- Google Gemini
- ChatGPT
- Le Chat
- Mistral
These chatbots, designed for different user preferences, can assist with tasks like summarizing articles, answering questions, or offering AI-driven insights while users navigate the web.
The following languages are now supported by Firefox translation:
- Catalan
- Croatian
- Czech
- Danish
- Indonesian
- Latvian
- Lithuanian
- Romanian
- Serbian
- Slovak
- Vietnamese