The rise of vertical tabs and the future of your browser

Endless tabs, constant notifications, and digital burnout are pushing browsers to their breaking point. Based on a survey of 1,000 users, Shift CEO Neil Henderson shares seven predictions for how browsing will change in 2026.

Vertical tabs aren’t just a trend, they’re a smarter way to navigate an overloaded digital life. As the industry catches up, Shift goes beyond the layout switch and gives you full control to rebuild your browser around your workflow.

What’s causing digital burnout? The 2026 State of Browsing Report reveals our browsing habits are taking a toll, what’s next for AI browsers—and why 81% of users are ready to switch their browser.

Cait manages support tickets and testing all day, which means her browser setup needs to be reliable and fast. Rather than abandoning her Chrome habits, she adapted them in Shift, using Spaces, color cues, and shared app shortcuts to create a workflow that feels familiar and efficient.

Doug keeps Shift running smoothly, and his browser reflects that same clarity. In this My Shift Setup, he shows how dedicated Spaces, a clean layout, and a few smart tweaks turn Shift into a workspace that keeps him focused and organized throughout the day.

Who says tabs have to live at the top? This QA Engineer flipped his browser and found focus in the bottom-right corner. Turns out, efficiency looks better upside down.

Most resolutions don’t fail because you lack discipline, they fail because your digital environment is built to distract you. The anti-resolution is simple: redesign your workspace, not yourself.

Leaving your corporate job isn’t a leap, it’s a rebuild. The freedom is real, but so is the discipline it demands. The key is to prepare, make the transition smartly, and use the right tools to keep your new solo life organized and grounded.

We’re not overworked, we’re overloaded. Tech fatigue creeps in when too many tabs, tools, and accounts compete for focus. Learn how to rebuild your tech stack for clarity, flow, and focus.

From AI music generation with Suno to effortless scheduling with Notion Calendar, discover the 5 apps set to dominate 2026 and how to integrate them seamlessly into your setup.

Black Friday 2025 isn’t about chasing every deal, it’s about shopping smarter. From the best shopping apps to cash-back tools and resale platforms, this guide shows how to save money, stay organized, and keep your browser (and your budget) under control during the most chaotic shopping season of the year.

As a student, you probably don’t want to hear the word “learning” anymore. We get it. However, there are some really innovative apps...

Job searching doesn’t have to drain you. Learn how to build your resume, organize your tools, and stay balanced with help from AI and Shift.

Key Takeaways: AI note-taking tools help enhance productivity by capturing key meeting details, transcribing conversations, and identifying action...

Unless you’ve been in hibernation, you no doubt have heard the term “AI”. Artificial Intelligence, or AI, refers to computer systems that can perform...

The engineer behind Shift’s Carbon Meter explains how the tool estimates your browsing footprint, what the model includes, where it falls short, and how these insights drive carbon-neutral browsing.

The Browsing Footprint Calculator is a two-minute quiz that uncovers the hidden environmental cost of your digital habits.

So which business leaders are doing the right things (and which ones continue to simply prioritize profits)?