Two teenage brothers from Nigeria have built a web browser “fast enough” to rival Google Chrome. Hailing from Lagos, 13 and 15 year olds Anesi and Osine Ikhianosimethese a common problem among internet browsers.
Although browsers like Google Chrome work on high-end smart phones, these applications often slow down on low-end phones commonly found in the developing world. Using their love for coding and technology, the dynamic duo created Crocodile Browser Lite, that offers a “faster mobile web browsing experience” that rivals Google Chrome.
Currently ready for download in the Google Play store, the application has garnered rave reviews with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating, reported BET. They currently have over 500 downloads of their browser, but hoping to see it grow in the near future. “This is the best mobile Web browser I have ever used in my life. The user interface is excellent and it is so easy to open and close different tabs,” said David Rhodes, a reviewer and user of the popular app.
As self-taught problem solvers, the pair used educational websites such as Code Academy, Code Avenger as well as popular tech guides to create the app. Yet, this love of coding began far before Crocodile’s success. Anesi and Osine set their sights on creating their own technology company during their pre-teen years. With a popular app on the market, the Ikhianosime brothers now hope to further expand their budding technology company, Blu Doors, inspired by the Microsoft Windows platform.
The brothers, who attend Greensprings school in Lagos brothers, wish to attend Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to gain access to more educational resources in the tech realm.
