Microsoft Edge Canary for Android now exposes an experimental flag that lets users play YouTube videos in the background without a YouTube Premium subscription, and the change — paired with an aggressive new ad‑blocking option in Canary — raises immediate questions about user convenience...
Microsoft Edge Canary for Android now includes an experimental flag that enables background video playback — a simple toggle that, in early tests, lets YouTube audio continue when you switch apps, change tabs, or lock your phone, without requiring a YouTube Premium subscription...
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Microsoft is quietly testing a Copilot‑inspired theme in Edge Canary that recolors the browser frame whenever Copilot Mode is active—another sign that the company wants AI‑powered browsing to feel like a distinct, branded experience rather than just a sidebar add‑on. Early builds expose a new...
Switching your default search engine in Microsoft Edge might seem like a minor tweak, but for Windows users, search choices blend directly into daily browsing, productivity, and even privacy. Microsoft Edge, the successor to Internet Explorer, has earned accolades for speed and security, yet its...
When users make the switch from browsers like Google Chrome or Firefox to Microsoft Edge, one of the key considerations is ensuring their digital life continues seamlessly—history preserved, favorites intact, and passwords ready for autofill. Microsoft has continuously improved Edge’s import...
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For many Windows users, juggling passwords across dozens of websites remains an ongoing challenge—even in an era of fingerprint logins and two-factor authentication. Microsoft Edge, the default browser for Windows, aims to tackle this issue with a robust yet user-friendly password management...
Microsoft Edge has emerged not only as the default browser for Windows devices but also as a competitive choice for users across platforms, especially as it builds upon the open-source Chromium project. As users consider transitioning from other browsers like Google Chrome, Firefox, or even from...
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Microsoft Edge has steadily evolved into one of the premier web browsers for Windows users, blending performance, feature depth, and seamless integration with the wider Windows ecosystem. Among its many user interface elements, the Favorites bar—just beneath the address bar—provides quick access...
Here’s a summary of diagnostic data collection in Microsoft Edge, based on the official Microsoft Support article:
What does Microsoft Edge collect?
Required Diagnostic Data:
Necessary to keep Edge secure, up to date, and performing properly.
Collected even if you opt out of optional diagnostic...
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For Android users frustrated by the persistent barrage of online advertisements, Microsoft Edge’s evolving extension support presents a promising—but sometimes confusing—solution. Over the past year, Microsoft Edge for Android has rapidly grown beyond being a routine Chrome alternative...
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The relentless march of artificial intelligence across the digital landscape is changing how we interact with everything from search engines to our everyday web browsers. Microsoft is undeniably at the forefront of this surge, spearheading what it calls Copilot—an evolving suite of generative AI...
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In the fast-evolving world of web browsers, Microsoft Edge has carved out a unique reputation as a forward-leaning, feature-rich Chromium-based browser for Windows users. However, as with any dynamic software ecosystem, the path to innovation sometimes demands letting go of older, less-used...
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Microsoft’s vision for its Edge browser has never been more apparent: artificial intelligence is set to permeate every corner of your web experience. This strategic push comes into focus with the arrival of Copilot Mode, an initiative that places AI front and center on the Edge new tab page and...
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Microsoft Edge has integrated Copilot, an AI-powered assistant, directly into its browser, offering users enhanced browsing capabilities. By default, Copilot is accessible via the sidebar, but for those who prefer a more immediate interaction, it's possible to set Copilot as the default...
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For many users, Microsoft Edge has cemented its position as a reliable and efficient web browser—outpacing many of its competitors. However, like a finely tuned sports car, even Edge can experience some drag. Slow load times, lagging performance, and a less smooth browsing experience can be the...
I was using the new Edge browser on my laptop today to try to find a solution to a problem and now I have a new problem. I got onto a website that put up a prompt to install some software that I don't want. The prompt only has an option to install the software and when the prompt went up on...
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