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Microsoft Edge for Android now supports installing ANY extension... with some work
By Sean Endicott published
coming soon! Microsoft started testing support for running any extension in Edge for Android recently. The process requires several steps right now, but it shows a promising future for the browser.
I don't own a single PC game, but I'm thrilled for this Microsoft Edge gaming feature
By Sean Endicott published
Save some RAM Microsoft has a new Edge feature in testing that limits how much RAM the browser can use. You can set the option to restrict RAM access at all times or only when playing a PC game.
Microsoft could fix the Edge Sidebar with these 3 small changes
By Sean Endicott published
Sidebar Microsoft Edge features a Sidebar that lets you open tools, web apps, and websites in a panel without switching tabs. While this feature is handy, Microsoft could improve it with only a few changes.
Microsoft guts its Rewards Program further by raising redemption points for Xbox and other third-party gift cards (UPDATED)
By Kevin Okemwa last updated
MORE FOR LESS Microsoft has seemingly adjusted the points value for gift card redemptions and increased it by up to 33%. A $50 Microsoft gift card translates to 47,500 points up from 46,000 points.
Microsoft is looking to change how you can manage tabs within Edge
By Sean Endicott published
On your tab Microsoft is working on an improved tab actions menu within its Edge browser. The revamped menu is still in its early stages, however.
Microsoft Edge is getting better and worse all at the same time — Here's why
By Kevin Okemwa published
FOR BETTER OR WORSE Microsoft is about to add a separate search bar in Edge to enhance the browsing experience, but users aren't too happy about the new and "permanent" sidebar button.
Even heartbroken gamers are getting an anti-Valentine's Day gift from Opera, what's your excuse?
By Kevin Okemwa published
NO LOVE LOST Opera just unveiled a new extension for its dedicated gaming browser, Opera GX. The extension, HeartBlocker, helps users block out Valentine's Day vibes from their browsing experience.
Move over Chrome and Edge, Windows 11 has a new ARM browser
By Sean Endicott published
Be brave Brave now has a native ARM version of its browser on Windows.
I used extensions on Edge for Android for one week, and I don't know how I lived without them
By Sean Endicott published
so simple Microsoft started testing extension support on the mobile version of Edge recently. After one week, it's clear that Microsoft should have supported extensions from the start.
Hi Microsoft, please stop using 'harmful designs' and deceptive tactics to give Edge the competitive advantage over other browsers on Windows, says Mozilla
By Kevin Okemwa published
PLAY FAIR! A new report commissioned by Mozilla discloses that Microsoft uses harmful designs and deceptive tricks to get its Edge browser in front of Windows users, leaving its rivals at a disadvantage.
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