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Vivaldi 7.5 brings stability improvements to mobile browsers

Vivaldi Technologies releases maintenance update focusing on bug fixes and user experience.

Luis Rijo

• 5 min read
Vivaldi 7.5 mobile browser displaying reading list and web browsing on dual devices with enhanced UI
Vivaldi 7.5 mobile browser displaying reading list and web browsing on dual devices with enhanced UI

Vivaldi Technologies released version 7.5 of its mobile browsers for Android and iOS on July 10, 2025. The update prioritizes stability improvements and interface refinements rather than introducing major new features.

According to Jon von Tetzchner, co-founder and CEO of Vivaldi Technologies, the company has spent the past six months concentrating on bug fixes and performance improvements. "We're rolling out Vivaldi 7.5 for Android and iOS today. A release that reflects what we've been focused on all year: making your mobile browser faster, more stable, and more aligned with the way you use the web," von Tetzchner stated.

The update follows the company's broader strategy targeting technically inclined users and former Opera browser users who became dissatisfied with Opera's transition from the Presto layout engine to Chromium. Vivaldi maintains an employee-owned structure without external investors, allowing the company to make decisions focused on user needs rather than shareholder profits.

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Summary

Who: Vivaldi Technologies, an employee-owned browser company founded by Jon von Tetzchner and Tatsuki Tomita, released the update targeting technically inclined users and former Opera users seeking customization options.

What: Version 7.5 mobile browser update featuring stability improvements, sync enhancements, tab management fixes, and interface refinements for both Android and iOS platforms without major new features.

When: The announcement occurred on July 10, 2025, with immediate availability for download on both Android and iOS app stores.

Where: Global release affecting Vivaldi's approximately 3.5 million active users across Android and iOS mobile platforms, building on the company's Norway-based operations.

Why: The update reflects Vivaldi's six-month focus on improving browser stability and user experience rather than adding new features, addressing user feedback about performance and reliability issues.

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Android improvements include sync and tab enhancements

The Android version receives several refinements to core functionality. Settings now include a close button for easier navigation, displayed by the identifier VAB-10591. The sync system allows users to rename their devices through functionality labeled VAB-10908, while signup processes have been updated to match vivaldi.net's current design.

Tab management sees multiple improvements in version 7.5. The Tab Stacking feature and New Tab Position settings now properly link together under VAB-11316. The Tab Switcher addresses a bug where users couldn't close the final tab when displayed in list view, resolved through VAB-11239. Bottom padding for the tab switcher has been removed when list view is disabled.

Reader View becomes enabled by default through VAB-11242, expanding accessibility for mobile content consumption. The Settings menu incorporates additional refinements including search engine nickname displays and improved navigation when exiting zoom and language settings.

Underlying the interface improvements, Vivaldi 7.5 for Android updates to Chromium 138.0.7204.55, maintaining compatibility with modern web standards while incorporating security patches from the latest Chromium release.

iOS version focuses on sync reliability and interface polish

The iOS release addresses fewer issues but targets critical functionality areas. Sync improvements include fixes for account creation within browser settings and encryption password functionality, addressed through VIB-1275 and VIB-1281 respectively. The signup page receives updates to match vivaldi.net's design consistency.

iPad users benefit from improved keyboard shortcut support, specifically fixing CMD+L functionality for address bar access in full screen mode through VIB-1259. The New Tab button receives touch target improvements through VIB-1274, enhancing usability on touch interfaces.

The iOS version also updates to Chromium 138.0.7204.55, ensuring parity with the Android release regarding web compatibility and security updates.

Browser customization remains core differentiator

Vivaldi continues emphasizing extensive customization capabilities that distinguish it from competitors in the mobile browser market. Users can modify interface elements including background colors, theme schemes, address bar positioning, and tab arrangements. The browser automatically adjusts color schemes based on visited webpage designs.

The company maintains built-in ad blocking, popup blocking, and tracker blocking without requiring extensions. These features work alongside a comprehensive email client supporting IMAP and POP3 protocols, feed reader functionality for RSS and Atom feeds, and integrated calendar management.

According to market share data from Cloudflare, Chrome maintains dominance with 64.7% global market share in Q4 2024, while Safari holds 16.7%. Alternative browsers like Vivaldi operate in a competitive environment where privacy-focused browsers face ongoing challenges with major platforms.

Technical foundation and web compatibility

Both mobile versions build upon Vivaldi's architecture combining Chromium's foundation with proprietary modifications. The browser supports Chrome Web Store extensions on desktop versions, though mobile platforms have different extension capabilities due to platform limitations.

Vivaldi's development approach differs from mainstream browsers by rejecting artificial intelligence integration trends. The company explicitly avoids large language model implementations, citing concerns about energy consumption, privacy implications, and content accuracy. This stance contrasts with recent developments where competitors launch AI-powered browsers targeting premium user segments.

The browser's cross-platform synchronization enables data sharing between desktop and mobile versions. Users can sync bookmarks, settings, browsing history, and tab states across devices while maintaining local control over their data.

Market positioning amid browser diversity

Vivaldi's user base includes approximately 3.5 million active users globally as of December 2024, according to company statistics. The browser targets users seeking alternatives to mainstream options, particularly those valuing extensive customization and privacy features.

Recent industry developments include regulatory changes affecting browser choice in European Union markets. Apple introduced enhanced browser selection screens for iOS users, potentially increasing visibility for alternative browsers like Vivaldi among European mobile users.

The marketing community's attention to browser diversity reflects evolving user expectations regarding privacy, customization, and feature richness. While Chrome and Safari dominate usage statistics, specialized browsers serve specific user segments requiring advanced functionality or enhanced privacy protections.

Version 7.5 represents Vivaldi's commitment to incremental improvement rather than feature expansion. The update cycle demonstrates the company's focus on stability and user experience refinement, particularly important for mobile platforms where performance directly impacts daily usage patterns.

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