Mozilla Firefox v132.0 Official Release: New DRM Brings 4K Streaming to Netflix and More
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The Mozilla Foundation has officially rolled out the latest version of its browser, Mozilla Firefox v132.0. The update is being distributed in stages, but users who can't wait for the automatic update can manually download the offline installer package for immediate access.
A standout feature of Firefox v132.0 is its incorporation of new Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology, including support for Windows PlayReady. This significant upgrade means Firefox users can now enjoy 4K content from video streaming sites like Netflix with unparalleled clarity.
Microsoft PlayReady, a comprehensive content protection software developed by Microsoft, encompasses encryption, output protection, and DRM. Firefox's adoption of PlayReady technology ensures enhanced support for select websites, offering improved performance and battery efficiency for video streaming and playback. However, the Mozilla Foundation has yet to disclose the full list of supported websites and streaming media partners, indicating that the initial offering may be limited with plans to expand over time.
For users who prefer to opt out of the new DRM feature, Firefox provides an easy solution. Simply navigate to about:config, set the media.eme.playready.enabled to False, and restart the browser to disable the DRM technology.
Key Updates in Mozilla Firefox v132.0 Include:
- Support for Microsoft PlayReady, enabling 4K and other high-resolution DRM-protected content viewing.
- Enhanced wide color gamut WebGL for a broader spectrum of colors.
- Improved tracking protection to block third-party cookies and other tracking elements.
- The release also includes various security fixes.
To download Mozilla Firefox v132.0, visit: https://ftp.mozilla.org/pub/firefox/releases/132.0/
Additional Updates:
- WebRender hardware acceleration is now available for most SVG filter primitives.
- Firefox blocks icons delivered via HTTP if the site fails to load using HTTPS.
- The context menu's "Copy without tracking parameters" option is unavailable if the link contains no tracking parameters.
- HTTP/2 server push is disabled by default, with its experimental option set to False.
- Support for post-quantum key exchange mechanisms in TLS 1.3.
- Support for certificate compression, reducing data size and enhancing TLS handshake speed.