Mozilla has announced the shutdown of Pocket, a read-it-later app it acquired in 2017, set to occur on July 8. Alongside this, the company will also discontinue Fakespot, a browser extension for identifying unreliable reviews. Although the decision lacks a specific rationale, Mozilla stated that user habits have transformed, prompting a focus on projects that better align with current online behaviors. Users have until October 8 to export their saved content from Pocket. Mozilla will continue to invest in enhancing the discovery of quality web content through other means, including a revamped New Tab experience.
Mozilla announced on Thursday that it's shutting down Pocket, a read-it-later app it acquired in 2017, on July 8. The company is also shutting down Fakespot, its browser extension that helps users identify unreliable reviews.
"Pocket has helped millions save articles and discover stories worth reading," Mozilla said in a blog post. "But the way people use the web has evolved, so we're channeling our resources into projects that better match their browsing habits and online needs."
While Mozilla did not provide a specific reason for shutting down the service, the company says it will continue to invest in helping people discover and "access high quality web content." Mozilla says it will do this through its New Tab experience, email newsletter, and more.
"This shift allows us to shape the next era of the internet - with tools like vertical tabs, smart search and more AI-powered features on the way," Mozilla says. "We'll continue to build a browser that works harder for you: more personal, more powerful and still proudly independent."
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