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A lighter version of the incredibly popular UC Browser designed to low end hardware and software

A lighter version of the incredibly popular UC Browser designed to low end hardware and software

Vote: (154 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: UCWeb Inc.

Version: 12.12.1.1222

Works under: Android

Vote:

Program license

(154 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

UCWeb Inc.

12.12.1.1222

Works under:

Android

Pros

  • Lightening fast downloads
  • Lightweight and small apk size
  • User friendly
  • Easy to use

Cons

  • Occasionally freezes and requires a restart
  • No low power mode yet

UC Browser Mini is a browser designed for lower-end Android devices that specifically run Android Go. Because these devices are often cheaper and less powerful than the main flagship models, they run a slightly different version of Android, and some apps like this one have been modified for the best user experience. The original UC Browser was already a powerful, feature-rich solution for surfing the web on your mobile device, but the UC Browser Mini takes it to a whole new level. It is an ultra-lightweight browser that doesn't take up much space, but it can speed up your browsing and streaming experience by a ton and remove annoying buffering.

Tons of features

Unlike many other so-called light-weight browsers, UC Browser Mini comes with all the features of a standard browser and more. For example, with UC Browser Mini, you can accelerate your download speed by using the app. This app will make multiple connections and allow you to download small pieces of the file at a time, which is a more efficient method. It also makes resuming downloads a simple process, which it will do automatically if your download stopped because of a dropped Internet connection. This makes your downloads faster and more efficient.

Another great feature in the UC Browser Mini is the data compression technology it uses. When you're visiting webpages, it will save your data and speed up your browsing. This can greatly reduce your cell phone bill and prevent you from wasting time while browsing. A feature that goes hand in hand with this is the ad blocker that is built into the app. By blocking ads, you can avoid wasting data and time loading them and remove the annoyance of seeing them, but this feature is optional if you still want to support all of the websites you visit.

Interface

UC Browser Mini is clearly designed with the user's experience in mind. The app's design is well flushed out with intuitive interfaces and buttons that make sense. It is very easy to view all of your tabs, switch them, or close them if need be. Additionally, you can access your bookmarks, downloads, and so much more with just a single tap. You can even change the theme to suit your fancy and make it easier on your eyes if that's what you want. It is one of the best looking browser apps available for Android.

Pros and Cons

While the app is good, it isn't perfect. Here are the best features and some of the shortcomings of the app:

Pros

  • Lightening fast downloads
  • Lightweight and small apk size
  • User friendly
  • Easy to use

Cons

  • Occasionally freezes and requires a restart
  • No low power mode yet