Firefox Nova – our first look at the browser's big redesign

13 hours ago

Mozilla is working on a 'Nova' redesign for Firefox, featuring more curves and color.
The redesign includes rounded tabs, address bar, and a segmented, floating island UI element.
Hover effects in the menu and parts of the New Tab Page are also rounded.
Refreshed icons in the design are less angular than current stable builds.
Nova introduces pastel gradients in the tab bar and pops of color in menus and the new tab page.
Web content is 'framed' within a rounded container, similar to Firefox fork Zen.
Nova follows previous Firefox UI revamps like Australis (2014), Photon (2017), and Proton (2021).
The redesign aims for a softer, more approachable appearance, similar to Chrome.
Mozilla has not announced a release date for Nova, and the design is still under development.
The redesign may appeal to casual users but could alienate some of Firefox's ardent fanbase.

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