Previously quite disappointed with the "Google Search" browser for iPad, I didn't really have the courage to try its latest updated version at first, yet consider it as one of the strongest competitor of Apple, I've decided to give it a quick glance, and honestly, I am in love with it.
Despite being a browser without multiple tabs feature, the new Google (ommited the "search") is fun to use. It takes full advantage of iPad wide touch screen interface, transforming web browsing into a more interactive and intuitive experience. It enables you to browse the web by using sliding and swiping gestures unlike the conventional button type browsing.
In the plain white main page, there is a big search bar, and three simple blue buttons under it. They are "history", "application", and "Goggle". The "History" button leads you to a clear display of your browsing history, in the form of graphic, rather similar to the cover flow concept in Safari (you can also swipe to your left to reveal the history page). "Application" displays all google applications in tiles form, making it easy for you to access your favourite Google apps like Gmail, Picasa, Google +, Google Map, Google Translator, etc. One really convenient feature is that by tapping on the Gmail app, it actually link you directly to your iPad Gmail app (if you have it installed). Next, is the "Goggle" button. It is a brand new feature which let you search the web by capturing the image of an object using your iPad's rear camera. By I found this feature not so practical as the search result is not yet precise. I tried to capture my Sony Ericsson J108 handphone and the browser displayed results of other SE phone model. Though not yet practical, it is still a worthy feature, as it shows future potentials of mobile web browsing technology.
Overall, this new version of Google Browser deserves praises, as it shows us the beauty of modern web browsing.
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