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Microsoft Edge makes it easier to share webpages between devices
Microsoft has started rolling out the latest public release of Edge, and it includes a handy feature for those who use the browser on multiple devices.
Igor Bonifacic06.22.2021
Apple, Google, Microsoft and Mozilla team up for a 'common vision' on extensions
Collaboration by Apple, Google, Microsoft and Mozilla should make it easier for extension developers to create tools that work across multiple browsers.
Richard Lawler06.04.2021
Microsoft says Edge is now the 'best performing' Windows 10 browser
The next release of Edge will be the "best-performing" browser available on Windows 10 when it arrives later this week, Microsoft claimed at its Build 2021 event.
Steve Dent05.26.2021
Microsoft Edge Kids Mode rolls out in the US
We learned in February that Microsoft was testing a Kids Mode for its Edge browser — as of today, it's now available for English users in the US.
Devindra Hardawar04.15.2021
What would the internet look like without third-party cookies?
With recent news about Google committing to disabling third-party cookies in Chrome, it seems like the internet as we know it is about to undergo a seismic shift — at least behind the scenes. What will it look like?
Cherlynn Low04.14.2021
Google and Microsoft team up to fix compatibility issues between browsers
Google, Microsoft and the broader web community are working together to make it easier for developers to build websites that work seamlessly across browsers.
Mariella Moon03.23.2021
Microsoft will match Chrome with more frequent Edge updates
The browser is moving to a four-week release cycle, starting with Edge 94.
Kris Holt03.12.2021
Xbox test brings Microsoft's Chromium-based Edge browser to consoles
Microsoft has started testing the Chromium-based Edge web browser on Xbox One and Series X/S game consoles.
Jon Fingas03.07.2021
Microsoft Edge's vertical tabs will arrive this month
Vertical tabs is making its way to all Edge users this month.
Mariella Moon03.05.2021
Microsoft Edge gets smarter about handling annoying website notifications
Microsoft is now taking a smarter approach with how Edge handles website notifications.
Devindra Hardawar02.17.2021
Microsoft starts testing a Kids Mode in its Edge browser
Parents can block or approve websites and Bing SafeSearch will be active.
Kris Holt02.16.2021Microsoft will uninstall its old Edge browser from Windows PCs on April 13th
On April 13th, Microsoft will release a cumulative monthly patch that will remove the legacy version of Edge from Windows 10 computers.
Igor Bonifacic02.05.2021
Microsoft Edge will notify you if your passwords have been compromised
Microsoft is introducing a new feature to Edge called Password Monitor so you don’t have to turn to a website like Engadget to find out one of your passwords has been compromised. In a way, Microsoft is playing catch up here. Both Chrome and Firefox have offered similar functionality for the past few years, as have Password managers like 1Password and LastPass.
Igor Bonifacic01.21.2021
Microsoft Edge beta is now optimized for your M1 Mac
Microsoft has released an Edge beta optimized for M1 Macs, promising better performance if you want a Chrome-alike browser.
Jon Fingas01.18.2021
Microsoft Edge now offers a built-in coupon tool
Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Microsoft is adding new tools to help Edge find the lowest price on products and take advantage of coupons.
Igor Bonifacic11.19.2020
Windows 10's October update is rolling out with a refreshed Start menu
Expect a new-look Start menu and Edge tabs to appear in the alt-tab window list.
Kris Holt10.20.2020
Microsoft Edge adds an online shopping comparison tool
Microsoft Edge's October update includes handy tools for comparison shopping and screenshotting an entire webpage.
Igor Bonifacic10.08.2020
Microsoft outlines recent Edge browser improvements
In a new post on the Microsoft Edge blog, the browser’s Principal PM Lead Kim Denny has outlined how the company made it faster and more efficient over the past few months. PGOs prioritize the most important parts of the code, while LTOs optimize memory usage. Microsoft also introduced improvements to the browser’s scroll animation and enhanced how scrolling looks, feels and reacts to your touch in general back in April.
Mariella Moon09.26.2020
Microsoft Edge on Linux preview is coming in October
Microsoft's Edge browser arrives on Linux as a developer preview in October.
Devindra Hardawar09.22.2020
Microsoft releases a final preview for Windows 10's October update
Windows 10's October 2020 update will change how the Start Menu looks, and bring more control to notifications.
Richard Lawler09.19.2020