The Digital Press

Apple's Safari browser was first released in 2003, marking the start of a long journey amid fierce competition and rapid web technology evolution.

Why it matters: Safari became Apple's default browser across macOS and iOS, shaping user experience and web standards on Apple devices.

The big picture: Safari evolved from early web browsers like Netscape and Internet Explorer, integrating innovations like JavaScript, cookie management, and plugin controls.

Stunning stat: In 2005, Apple’s homepage took over 16 seconds to load in Safari 1 but used only 6.8 MB memory; today it loads in seconds using 200+ MB.

Commenters say: Users reminisce about early browsers, debate Safari's keyboard shortcuts, praise its integration, but also express frustration over missing features and compatibility issues.