Roger Capriotti, Author at Microsoft Edge Blog https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev Official blog of the Microsoft Edge Web Platform Team Tue, 25 Nov 2025 20:00:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.4 https://winblogs.thesourcemediaassets.com/sites/33/2021/06/cropped-browser-icon-logo-32x32.jpg Roger Capriotti, Author at Microsoft Edge Blog https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev 32 32 Shop smarter with Copilot in Edge this holiday season https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2025/11/25/shop-smarter-with-copilot-in-edge-this-holiday-season/ https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2025/11/25/shop-smarter-with-copilot-in-edge-this-holiday-season/#respond Tue, 25 Nov 2025 20:00:37 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/?p=26106 The holiday season is upon us and with that comes a lot of excitement, planning, and of course, shopping. Between planning parties and putting up decorations, where is the time to go down your shopping list? Microsoft Edge is here to help with a new

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]]> Your personal, AI-powered shopping assistant - right in your browser Copilot is seamlessly integrated into Microsoft Edge and starting today we are offering tools like Cashback, Price Comparison, Price History, Product Insights, and Price Tracking directly within Copilot in Edge, in the US only. You can interact with Copilot from the top right-hand corner of your browser window. Think of Copilot in Edge as the shopping assistant you’ve always wanted, helping you save time and money, and shop with confidence. When you’re on a supported retailer page1, you can click on the Copilot icon and Copilot will show you a product insights card with information such as price comparison with other retailers, price history for the item you’re looking for, and product insights to help you make your decision better. You’ll be able to set price alerts for the items you want, so you can get the best price on what you’re looking for. Because Copilot is conversational, you’ll also be able to ask follow-up questions and more details all within the same side pane - everything in one AI-powered experience right in your browser window. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGBP0rEe3Vw

Get even more with Copilot Mode in Edge

We know you’re pressed for time, especially during this busy season. This is why I’m excited today to announce that in addition to the features listed above, for users in the US, Copilot Mode in Edge can now notify you if there is a better price available elsewhere and if there are any cashback deals. Shopping for gifts often means comparing different options, which usually entails having multiple tabs open in search of the perfect present. Copilot Mode in Edge can proactively notify you when a better deal is available at another retailer and help you put those savings toward more holiday treats. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sq9-3HhUkhs You can toggle on Copilot Mode from the website and you’re fully in control. You can choose to turn the experience on and off as you wish through your Edge settings. If you choose not to turn on Copilot Mode, you can continue to browse on Edge as usual. Learn more about other Copilot Mode features here.

Happy shopping!

I hope these tools have arrived just in time to help you shop smarter, save you time, save you money – and bring more joy and fun back into the holiday season. Stay tuned for more news from us as we continue to innovate and bring you ways to shop with confidence. Remember, if you’re running a Windows PC, you already have Microsoft Edge installed, so check it out and see why Microsoft Edge is the smarter way to browse. For those who want to try Microsoft Edge and are on a macOS, mobile or Linux device, download it and let us know what you think!2 1 Feature experience and functionality may vary by website. 2 You can share your feedback from the browser window by going to ... menu > Help and feedback > Send feedback.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2025/11/25/shop-smarter-with-copilot-in-edge-this-holiday-season/feed/ 0 Microsoft Edge Game Assist is now available https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2025/05/29/microsoft-edge-game-assist-is-now-available/ https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2025/05/29/microsoft-edge-game-assist-is-now-available/#respond Thu, 29 May 2025 19:03:52 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/?p=25805 Today, we're thrilled to announce that Microsoft Edge Game Assist is now available to everyone on Windows 11. We announced the preview of this in-game browser built for PC gaming last November and since then have received valuable feedback to make it

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]]> Built for a seamless, immersive gameplay experience We know that staying focused on your game is important, yet you also need to look up game guides, connect with friends, or even listen to music if you want while you play. Alt-Tabbing from the game to the desktop is common practice, but it takes you out of your immersive experience. Depending on the game, it can also be quite slow or may even cause issues with the game. Today, we're excited to announce that Microsoft Edge Game Assist is available worldwide1, allowing you to quickly access the web without leaving your game. Say goodbye to Alt-Tab and simply press Win+G to open Game Bar and start using Microsoft Edge for a more seamless and immersive experience. Game Assist is the first in-game browser built specifically with PC players in mind, featuring tips and guides for many of the top PC games, easy access to essential sites like Discord, Spotify, and Twitch, and more — all right in your game. Everything you need is on one screen so you can stay focused on the action without interruption. You can also pin Game Assist above your game to reference guides or watch videos while you play. And because it's connected to your Edge browser, you'll have instant access to your favorites, passwords, history, and more - ensuring everything you need is always within reach. https://www.youtube.com/embed/aD16ctt9jzU

Get help navigating a challenging level

We've all been there. You're deep into a game and suddenly stuck on a tough level. Rather than leaving your game and Alt-Tabbing to find a game guide, simply press Win+G to launch Microsoft Edge Game Assist to find what you need. Game Assist is also game-aware and will suggest tips and guides when you play enhanced games2, helping you make the most of every session. Quickly glance at the guide and then dismiss Game Bar to continue with your game or pin the walkthrough above the game so you can follow along while you play. Game Assist also makes it easier to search the web (or a site) by automatically filling in the name of your game when you hit Ctrl+G or select Paste game title in the right-click menu. Game Assist screenshot

What you need in one place

Microsoft Edge Game Assist is about more than just guides. Multitasking while you play is incredibly common, whether you're chatting with friends, listening to a podcast, watching a TV show, pulling up your quest notes, or just looking something up while you wait to respawn. With Microsoft Edge Game Assist, we're bringing the full web into your game. Access your favorite sites like Discord or Twitch, watch a live stream in picture-in-picture, or get in the zone with the perfect Spotify playlist. Everything is designed to help you stay in your game, multitask with ease, and access the web when you need it. Game Assist screenshot

Your feedback helps us get to the next level

Your feedback during the preview phase was invaluable. We've read your suggestions, followed up on bug reports, and replied whenever we could. With your help, we improved the look and feel of Game Assist, streamlining the interface to put more of a focus on the webpage. We've enhanced Game Assist for over 80 games, added keyboard shortcuts including the aforementioned Paste Game Title, and added easy access to favorites, history, and even extensions. We believe this progress has leveled up the experience, and we ask that you keep sending us feedback to help us improve it even more. We hope you're just as excited about Game Assist – and saying goodbye to Alt-Tab - as we are. Simply press Win+G to open Game Bar and start using Microsoft Edge Game Assist or learn more. Whether you've been an Edge fan for a while (thank you!) or this is your first experience with our browser, be sure to explore everything AI-powered Microsoft Edge has to offer to help you get more out of your online experience. 1 Game Assist is available where Edge is available. Enhanced game content is available English-only at this time. Game Assist experience may also vary depending on game and geography. 2 Enhanced games list]]> https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2025/05/29/microsoft-edge-game-assist-is-now-available/feed/ 0 2024 Year-in-Review: A look back at your year with Microsoft Edge https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/12/19/2024-year-in-review-a-look-back-at-your-year-with-microsoft-edge/ https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/12/19/2024-year-in-review-a-look-back-at-your-year-with-microsoft-edge/#respond Thu, 19 Dec 2024 20:10:19 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/?p=25610 As the end of the year approaches, we’re excited to share with you our 2024 Year-in-Review  to not only look back on our year together but also to help you

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]]> 2024 Year-in-Review  to not only look back on our year together but also to help you get ready to tackle your goals for next year. Let’s face it, we are all managing endless to-do lists and responsibilities amidst an ever-growing amount of information and content. While all that information might seem helpful in the context of growing to-do lists, it can also feel overwhelming. At Microsoft Edge we’re on a mission to give you a smarter, AI-powered browser that helps you get through what you need to do faster, and navigate the wealth of information available easier, so you can spend your time doing more of what you love. Here are just some of the ways that you have all used Edge this year to help you do so much more:
  • You unlocked the power of AI, accessing Copilot right within the Edge browser window and engaging in over 10 billion AI-powered chats this year.
  • You made the web work for you by auto-translating over 38 trillion characters to consume content in your preferred language.
  • And because web life doesn’t happen on just one device, you shared 46 million messages and files across devices with Drop.
  • Powering through to-do lists and saving time is great but, so is saving money. On average, you all were shown over $400 per year in savings using Edge shopping features.
  • In 2024, you also stayed informed and inspired everyday with over 800 million articles, stories and updates viewed on MSN.
  • You satisfied your curiosity and continued expanding your knowledge as Bing reached over 140M daily active users.
  • Above all, you took advantage of Edge’s fast, efficient performance tools and browsed with confidence:
    • You saved over 7 trillion megabytes of precious PC memory by using sleeping tabs.
    • You stayed safer on-the-go with over 1.8 trillion trackers prevented on the Edge mobile app.
    • You kept your personal information safer with over 7.3 billion passwords protected each month with Password Monitor.
    • You browsed with confidence as Edge helped block over 1.4 billion phishing, malware and scam attacks with its built-in security features.
We always enjoy looking back at how you used Edge, but we are even more excited to start another brand-new year together. Whether your 2025 goals include travel, getting organized, learning something new, saving money or improving your health habits, this is the perfect time to start fresh and discover Edge’s AI-powered tools to help you achieve more than you thought possible. Be sure to check out our 2025 Planning Tool for ideas and inspiration. We look forward to being part of your journey. Remember, if you’re running a Windows PC, you already have Microsoft Edge installed, so check it out and see why Microsoft Edge is the smarter way to browse. For those who want to try Microsoft Edge and are on a macOS, mobile or Linux device, download it and let us know what you think!1 1 You can share your feedback from the browser window by going to … menu > Help and feedback > Send feedback.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/12/19/2024-year-in-review-a-look-back-at-your-year-with-microsoft-edge/feed/ 0 Holiday Shopping and Planning Made Easy with AI-Powered Edge https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/11/21/holiday-shopping-and-planning-made-easy-with-ai-powered-edge/ https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/11/21/holiday-shopping-and-planning-made-easy-with-ai-powered-edge/#respond Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:01:56 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/?p=25587 Microsoft Edge is here to help you navigate the busiest time of the year. From finding the best deals on your shopping list, helping you prepare for holiday travel, or even giving you ideas for a DIY ugly holiday sweater, Edge has the built-in tools

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]]> Find the Perfect Gift We all have that one person in our lives who is difficult to shop for but to whom we always want to give the most thoughtful gift. Copilot in Edge, conveniently built into your browser, can create a list of ideas with just a prompt. Simply ask Copilot, "what are some great gift ideas for my teenage nephew?" and you'll get a curated list of suggestions. You could even add a bit more detail to get even more refined suggestions like "what are some great gift ideas for my teenage nephew who loves gaming and movies?" Once you've found the perfect gift (or gifts!), Edge brings built-in shopping tools right to your fingertips, helping you get the best deal on the perfect gift.

Stay on Budget

On average, shoppers are shown over $400 per year in savings using Microsoft Edge. If you are someone who enjoys finding the best deals on your shopping list, Edge is the browser for you. With built-in shopping tools such as coupons, price tracking, price comparison, price history, and cashback, you can be confident you are getting a great deal. For example, once you've found the perfect gift for your nephew, clicking on the blue tag on the address bar Edge will show you available coupons, compare prices on other retailers, cashback options, and more. It is all designed to save you time and money. So, if there are coupons for the site, you won't need to manually search for and enter coupon codes one by one as Edge will automatically apply them at checkout with a single click. For those who shop on the go, coupons and cashback features are also available on the Edge mobile app. You can also start your shopping journey on Bing — the only major search engine offering cashback. The same shopping tools you know and love from Edge, like coupons and cashback, are also available on Bing, so you get the same powerful shopping experience across your browser and search engine. Shopping illustration

Stay Safer Online

While shopping online is incredibly convenient, it can cause worry about the safety of our personal information. When it comes to secure online shopping, Microsoft Edge has the tools to help keep your information safe — and even streamline your online shopping. Say, for example, you're at the airport, needing to buy a last-minute gift before you board. If you're on your laptop, chances are you're connected to the public airport Wi-Fi. Microsoft Edge can help protect your information by encrypting your data with Edge Secure Network (VPN)1. What's more, Edge is also equipped with features that not only keep your personal information safe, but also add convenience while you shop. With Wallet and Autofill, you can keep all your information on hand, helping you prefill address and payment methods, while also keeping them stored securely — giving you peace of mind and saving you time. If you're on your mobile device, Wallet and Autofill are also available on the Edge mobile app helping you stay safer online while you shop on-the-go. VPN illustration

Tackle Your Holiday To-Do List

The holidays come with endless to-do lists, and Copilot in Edge can be your go-to holiday planning assistant, helping you discover ideas, tips, and information to get through your tasks quickly. For example, if you're going to an ugly sweater party and signed up to bring cookies, simply ask Copilot in Edge, "Please give me ideas for an easy ugly holiday sweater I can DIY" and/or "Can you find me a yummy recipe for vegan oatmeal chocolate chip cookies?" In no time, you'll have ideas to work with to be ready to serve the best cookies, and ugly sweater look - and hopefully get time back to focus on other things on your to-do list, or simply enjoy the season.

Plan Your Holiday Travels

Traveling for the holidays can add another layer of complexity and stress to an already busy time of the year. And believe it or not, this is another aspect of the holidays Edge can help with — not just in the obvious browser tasks, like booking travel and stay, but also providing you helpful and thoughtful guidance on how to plan and prepare for your upcoming trip. For example, maybe this is your first time traveling to visit family with your baby. With just one click on your browser window, you can access Copilot in Edge and either type or voice your prompt — like, "Hi Copilot! What do you suggest as a packing list for traveling with our baby for the first time?" In just a few seconds, you will see (or hear) a list of useful suggestions — and it can even provide tips for navigating family dynamics. Beyond helping you plan, Edge can also help you stay organized as you book your travels. With Workspaces, you can collaborate with your travel group to decide on flights and stays. Those you share the workspace with will see the same browser content you see, updated in real time. We hope Edge's AI-powered tools can help you with all aspects of the holidays and hopefully give you time back to enjoy the magic of the season. To learn more, visit Holiday Shopping with Microsoft Edge | Microsoft Edge and please continue to send us your feedback as we work to create web experiences and tools to give you a smarter way to browse. Remember, if you're running a Windows PC, you already have Microsoft Edge installed, so check it out and see why Microsoft Edge is the smarter way to browse. For those who want to try Microsoft Edge and are on a macOS, mobile, or Linux device, download it and let us know what you think2!
1 Users signed into Edge with their personal Microsoft account automatically receive 5 GB of free VPN data protection every month. To conserve your VPN data limit, content streaming sites such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO, and more, will not be routed through the Secure Network VPN service. 2 You can share your feedback from the browser window by going to Settings and more (...) > Help and feedback > Send feedback.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/11/21/holiday-shopping-and-planning-made-easy-with-ai-powered-edge/feed/ 0 More magical experiences from AI-powered Edge to personalize and streamline the way you browse https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/06/20/ai-powered-edge-to-personalize-and-streamline-browsing/ Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:58:16 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/?p=25504 Microsoft Edge is doubling down on our vision as the AI-powered, smarter browser. We keep innovating to make browsing more convenient, fast and fun. For us, AI is not just a trendy word. We are leading the way in using this magical technology for our

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]]> Today, we're excited to announce new AI-powered features available in Microsoft Edge that can help you enhance and express your creativity, stay focused, and get more done. Check out our latest features below.

Now available: Personalize your browser experience with AI-generated themes

Over the years, we've made a wide variety of browser themes available to allow our users to personalize their experience. We've also seen how AI can help you express your creativity and make things your own. This is why today we're excited to announce we're taking browser personalization to the next level with the official launch of Edge Theme Generator. You are now able to create your own personalized Edge browser theme, using generative AI, and powered by Microsoft Designer. Now, anything you can imagine, you can turn into your very own custom browser theme. From designing a beautiful summer landscape to help you get through your workday or even prep for fantasy football season with your very own custom image to rep your team, Theme Generator can help you create it. You will also be able to customize the color of your browser frame to match your browser theme. To get started, simply visit the theme generator website and in the prompt box, describe the theme you want to create and Edge will generate it for you. Don't have anything specific in mind? Not to worry, you can also have Edge surprise you by creating a theme on your behalf. There are also prompt templates available if you need inspiration. And if you're particularly proud of your custom theme, be sure to share it on your social channels – another user can even apply your theme to their browser. We cannot wait to see all that you'll create! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rukSVLO3eoY

Edge Workspaces gets a boost with AI

We've seen so many examples of Copilot in Edge helping people be more productive and streamlined as they browse. Copilot can help you find what you're looking for, faster. It can help you write an email and get it ready to send on your behalf. It has begun to make your day to day easier, freeing up time for you to do more of what you love. And today, we want to share an exciting new feature to not only help you get more done, but also streamline your collaboration with others, reducing friction. Edge Workspaces already helps you get more done whether you're collaborating with others or tackling something solo – it keeps all the information you need for a project in one place through saved windows, so you can stay focused and organized across tasks. Today, we're excited to share the integration of AI with Edge Workspaces – which means now you'll be able to set up and start using your own workspace even faster. To get started, simply type your query into the Bing search bar, like "plan a trip to Croatia". From there, you'll see a pop up asking you if you want to create a new Edge Workspace with AI for the trip. Once you select "New Workspace", it will open automatically showing your original search along with prepopulated tabs formatted into tab groups, all from the power of AI. What's better, you can invite others to this dedicated space. So, if you're going on that trip to Croatia with family or friends, they too can access it, and be able to see all the options you've found for lodging and things to do, eliminating the need to share links via text or email back and forth. Those with access to the workspace can also add tabs and make updates at their own pace, and all these updates can be seen across those in the group in real time, allowing everyone to stay on the same page. This feature is now in preview, and we'll continue to add more search queries and roll out to more users over time. Also, remember that while AI generated Workspaces is still in preview, user-generated workspaces are already generally available to help you get more done, together. Learn more about Edge Workspaces. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VB_vscPNA-E We are operating at the Edge of possibility with so much more on the horizon. So, stay tuned for more. Please continue to send us your feedback as we work to create web experiences and tools allowing you to browse smarter. Remember, if you're running a Windows PC, you already have Microsoft Edge installed, so check it out and see why Microsoft Edge is the smarter way to browse. For those who want to try Microsoft Edge and are on a macOS, mobile or Linux device, download it and let us know what you think1!
1 You can share your feedback from the browser window by going to Settings and more (...) menu > Help and feedback > Send feedback.]]> Latest (and greatest) AI-powered tools in Edge you didn’t know you needed https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/02/29/ai-powered-tools-in-edge/ https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/02/29/ai-powered-tools-in-edge/#respond Thu, 29 Feb 2024 17:03:05 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/?p=25445 Advances in AI technology can be intimidating and maybe even overwhelming, but they do open up a whole new set of tools to help you tackle your day.

At Microsoft Edge, we've been developing AI-powered tools to help you browse smarter and achieve mor

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]]> Find exactly what you're looking for, faster Microsoft Copilot tops this list, as your everyday AI companion, saving you time on common tasks like starting a draft message or finding the information you need, faster. However, did you know that Copilot can do even more when accessed in Edge? In Edge, you can not only ask Copilot for information, but you can also ask questions about information you're viewing on the browser - at home or on the go. Let's say you're using Copilot to do research on starting a garden. While viewing that "Gardening 101" article, you can get explanations on certain portions by simply highlighting the text to ask Copilot. And that's not all – this past month we've added even more functionality to Copilot that's only available in Edge:
  • New to Copilot in Edge is video highlights. Copilot in Edge can now help you find exactly what you need within a video in less time. Take the gardening example. Say you find a good beginners guide video; Copilot in Edge will break it down for you into clickable time stamps, so you can jump to the parts of the video that matter most to you or go back to specific parts you want to rewatch. You can also ask Copilot questions about the video like, "what does this video say about best time of the year to start a garden?" This is a time saver – not just for DIY projects, but training videos and more - even catching sports highlights!
  • You can now use screenshots in Copilot to find exactly what you want. For example, say you find a photo of a plant you love, but have no other information, simply use the screenshot tool in Copilot in Edge and give prompts like "What is the name of this plant?" This functionality is now generally available in Edge.
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Keep your browser organized

The browser is a key part of our online life. We do everything in it: work, learn, manage finances, entertainment, shopping – and we often do these tasks in the same window. It is not surprising that keeping tabs organized becomes more of a necessity. Turns out, AI can also help you keep your browser organized. Aside from being able to align tabs vertically and pin tabs, Edge can also automatically organize your tabs into groups using the power of AI. Tab auto-grouping is an AI-powered tool we launched back in September of last year, and we've received great feedback so far. With tab auto-grouping you can organize your tabs in less time. For example, as you go deeper into your gardening research, it is likely that you'll have many tabs from articles to shopping to videos, which you'd like to organize and keep for future reference. To access tab groups, simply select the Tab Action Menu located next to your tabs and then select Organize tabs to let Microsoft Edge group them by relevance and assign them a name and a color. You can also give Copilot the prompt in chat to group similar tabs, and it will get it done for you in no time. Tab groups are automatically pinned by default, so if you close your browser, they will be there when you return. Also, we make sure you're getting the best browser performance by putting inactive tab groups to sleep, therefore allowing active groups to perform better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MClr0xnm3C0

Shop online with confidence

If you're looking to shop for all the products you'll need to start gardening, Microsoft Edge is the best place to start. With built-in tools like coupons, price comparison, price history, and cash back, shoppers can save over $400 per year with Microsoft Edge. Edge is also equipped with Copilot to deliver AI-powered shopping assistance, comprehensive buying guides, smart product comparisons, review summaries, and more. Our goal is to make it easy to get the right product at the right price and enjoy the thrill of every purchase on Edge. I cannot move to the next item on our list without talking about our newest shopping (and security feature): Wallet. This Microsoft Edge tool combines shopping convenience and data security. Wallet is designed to be the one place where you store your payment methods, passwords, and more. With Wallet, you can also access your Microsoft Rewards or Cashback balances or use online payment security measures like virtual cards1 to protect you from hacks and leaks. It all works seamlessly with the data you have already securely stored in Microsoft Edge. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQmqqXqcrjA

Explore the web in ways that work best for you

Read aloud is another fan favorite we'd like to remind you about. We've heard customers love using it as a hands-free way to cook with their favorite recipes, and it's made a big difference in terms of making web content more accessible to all. In fact, it's helped users read more than 150 million articles every year. Read aloud is one of our original AI-powered tools and is designed to allow you to step away from the screen and listen to content while performing other tasks. From an accessibility perspective, it can help improve your reading comprehension by hearing content at your own pace, in your desired language. With Read aloud, you can be out working in your yard and listening along to a step-by-step article on getting the soil ready for planting. Because, yes, that is right, read aloud is not just available on desktop, it is also available in the Edge mobile app – both on iOS and Android. And even if your connection is spotty in the yard, it works offline2. You can also adjust the pace to faster or slower and customized voice options, and it even works with PDFs. To access Read aloud on desktop, simply click on the Read aloud icon on your Edge tool bar to get started. On mobile, you can access from the main menu, or from the address bar icon. Screenshot of the Read aloud feature in Edge To learn more, visit aka.ms/edge-ai-powered and please continue to send us your feedback as we work to create web experiences and tools to give you a smarter way to browse. Remember, if you're running a Windows PC, you already have Microsoft Edge installed, so check it out and see why Microsoft Edge is the smarter way to browse. For those who want to try Microsoft Edge and are on a macOS, mobile or Linux device, download it and let us know what you think3!
1 Available only for eligible card issuers. 2 Read aloud is available in both online and offline modes, however, fewer voice options are available while offline. 3 You can share your feedback from the browser window by going to the Settings and more (... menu > Help and feedback > Send feedback.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2024/02/29/ai-powered-tools-in-edge/feed/ 0 Microsoft Edge: Looking back at an unforgettable 2023 https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2023/12/28/microsoft-edge-looking-back-at-an-unforgettable-2023/ https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2023/12/28/microsoft-edge-looking-back-at-an-unforgettable-2023/#respond Thu, 28 Dec 2023 20:00:14 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/?p=25413 As 2023 comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment and reflect on what a remarkable period it has been. We've had a year of innovation, creativity, growth, and ushering in the era of AI – all with the goal of helping you achieve more than you eve

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]]> progress we've achieved, together, during the last year. Here is a recap of our year at Edge, and how you contributed to making 2023 the most memorable year yet!
  • This year, Edge and Bing users engaged in more than 1.9 billion Copilot chats. That's equal to the total number of websites that existed on the internet last year!
  • And users created over 1.8 billion AI-generated images, which is 1800x more than the entire combined collection of the Louvre and Metropolitan Museum!
  • We didn't lose sight of keeping you safe online. Edge stopped over 127 million phishing attacks. That's the equivalent of four phishing attacks stopped every second for an entire year.
  • And as the best browser for shopping, we also saved users money… a lot of money. Edge users in the US found a yearly average savings of $400, and worldwide shoppers were offered a total of more than $4 billion in savings on Edge.
  • We can't forget about gaming. Users played almost 9000 years of casual free games. That's over 4.7 billion minutes played on Microsoft Edge since the feature was launched.
  • In fact, more people played the Edge surf game, daily, than the entire population of Huntington Beach, California, the original "Surf City".
  • And finally, gamers earned a whopping 148 million rewards points on Edge – that's enough to pay for 1000 years of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate!
We believe that 2023 will be remembered as the moment we began to harness the power of AI in our daily lives, unlocking new ways to achieve more than we thought possible. And that this era will be as important as PC was in the 80s, web in the 90s, mobile in the 2000s, and cloud in the 2010s. This year, we combined years of AI research with customer feedback to deliver breakthrough innovation, delivering truly magical experiences and reimagining browsing as we know it. In 2023, Microsoft Edge became your AI-powered browser. As we look ahead, we are more enthusiastic than ever about the innovation we'll continue to deliver, allowing you to find, create and do beyond what you imagined. Thank you, and cheers to an unforgettable year. Stay tuned for what's next from Microsoft Edge, your smart browser. Remember, if you're running a Windows PC, you already have Microsoft Edge installed, so check it out and see why Microsoft Edge is the smarter way to browse. For those who want to try Microsoft Edge and are on a macOS, mobile or Linux device, download it and let us know what you think!]]> https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2023/12/28/microsoft-edge-looking-back-at-an-unforgettable-2023/feed/ 0 From shopping to entertaining, AI-powered Microsoft Edge helps you tackle the holiday season, while preserving the joy of it https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2023/11/13/ai-powered-edge-holiday-season/ https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2023/11/13/ai-powered-edge-holiday-season/#respond Mon, 13 Nov 2023 17:06:08 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/?p=25378 This time of year can be magical, nostalgic, and joyful. So much time spent with family and friends, celebrating, and making new memories. It is a great time to reflect on what the season is all about, which is spending time with those we love. But l

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]]> while protecting our sensitive data online. Microsoft Edge is here to help you recapture the essence of the holidays, giving you the tools to tackle your to-do list with ease so you can focus more on joy and connection this season. Remember, if you're running a Windows PC, you already have Microsoft Edge installed, so check it out and see why Microsoft Edge is the smarter way to browse. For those who want to try Microsoft Edge and are on a macOS, mobile or Linux device, download it and let us know what you think! Check out how Edge is your AI-powered assistant this holiday season.

A smarter way to find the perfect gift at the right price

It is no secret that shopping online is the status quo. The convenience of shopping in the comfort of your home, and the multitude of choices, makes it all very appealing. But it's not all rosy. More choices mean it can be very overwhelming to choose the right product at the best price. It gets even more difficult knowing what will fit our needs and what reviews to trust. All of this diminishes the convenience – and joy – of online shopping. Due to our powerful set of built-in features, Edge and Bing are here to help put the joy back into shopping, by making it easier for you to discover or find what you need in less time, all while experiencing the thrill of scoring great deals. With that in mind, I'm excited to announce the latest features available in Edge and Bing:
  • In September, we announced Copilot in Microsoft Shopping and today I'm pleased to share it is now rolling out and will be widely available soon, just in time to make your holiday shopping easier. Copilot in Microsoft Shopping is designed to be your own personal shopper and help you find what you need in less time. You can give it prompts like “what are some gift ideas for teenage boys?” and Copilot will ask you a set of intelligent questions to help narrow down ideas for gifts for your nephew. Coming soon, you'll also be able to simply share a picture of the product you're looking for, and Copilot will guide you to the right match. This experience is available on PC to start and will be coming to mobile soon. To access Copilot in Microsoft Shopping, simply open your Edge browser, then in the address bar enter https://bing.com/shop/ai to get started. Copilot in Microsoft Shopping is available on any browser, but to unlock the best experience (and savings!), we recommend Microsoft Edge. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JcTXbroi4SE[/embed]
  • It's not just the overwhelming number of choices on the internet that makes online shopping so challenging. Knowing what reviews and product ratings to trust can be time-consuming. In June, we announced Review Summaries and today I'm pleased to say that it's now widely available. Edge and Bing can do the work for you and help you shop with confidence, giving you a quick look at top insights and popular opinions about the product. To access Review Summaries, simply click on the Copilot icon from the Edge sidebar and ask it to summarize what people are saying about an item online.

Stay safer while you shop online

While we all enjoy the convenience and choices that shopping online offers, the flip side of this is it results in transactions using our private information, especially our credit cards. Microsoft Edge is loaded with security features and advanced controls designed to keep even the most tech-savvy users safer from online threats.
  • Let's start with our newest feature, Edge Secure Network. This feature gives you security protection that is smart enough to automatically turn on when you need it most. Edge Secure Network uses VPN technology to stop third parties and bad actors from accessing your sensitive information, so you can make purchases online, fill out forms, and keep your browsing activity away from prying eyes. A lot of us are probably traveling this season and sometimes accessing open Wi-Fi networks at airports or coffee shops. Edge Secure Network will turn on in those instances and even when you visit a website that isn't secured by HTTPS. To get started, sign into Microsoft Edge with your personal Microsoft account, and toggle on Edge Secure Network in Browser Essentials. This feature is built-in to the browser and free to use.The browser essentials sidebar in Microsoft Edge, showing the Secure Network section
  • With Password Health indicator and Password Monitor, we aim to give you peace of mind. These two features combined can help you keep an eye on potentially leaked log-in information and let you know if the password you're setting on retailer sites this holiday season is strong enough. This is so valuable because, let's face it, many of us have racked up quite a list of log-in credentials over the years. At Microsoft Edge, we want to provide tools that give you peace of mind and help you keep your credentials safer, while still enjoying the efficiencies that online shopping has to offer.The Passwords settings page in Edge wallet, showing a list of leaked passwords
  • Say you're wanting to check your bank account after a particularly long grocery and holiday shopping spree. But you're so tired from trying to juggle work, kids, and holiday prep that you add an extra letter to your bank's URL. A lot of scammers hope you do just that, standing up fraudulent sites with that misspelled URL and giving them an opportunity to steal your personal/financial information and/or trick you to buy false products. This is called typo squatting. Website typo protection keeps you safe from landing on a malicious site by suggesting the website you intended to visit. Now you can rest assured that you will get to the site you wanted to visit, with added peace of mind.
  • Lastly, one of the most tedious things we do online when shopping or booking travel is filling out all the information needed to check out. It takes precious time away from an already extensive to-do list and time with our loved ones. Autofill in Edge has gotten much smarter and can help you get through those holiday travel bookings much faster. As you're filling out your traveler details to book your flight, Autofill can now suggest completions when you type the first few characters in an online form field, so your saved info such as your passport number, frequent flyer account, and more can be quickly filled just by pressing right arrow or tab. Just go to Edge Settings > Profile to securely store and easily access your info.

Invitations, recipes, and all you need to entertain this holiday season

The best part of the holidays is spending time and making memories with our loved ones. And if you want to add party planner to your list of duties this season, with a little help, let Microsoft Edge spark your creativity, and save you time.
  • Copilot in Edge is your holiday planning assistant, helping you get through your to-do list in less time so you can enjoy the season. For example, if you are hosting a party, it is most likely that you'll need to send an invite, but it may feel daunting in the context of everything you have to get done. With Copilot in Edge, you can create a wow-worthy AI-generated image to add to your holiday party email invite. Simply access Copilot from the sidebar and give it your prompt to get started. Once you have your image ready, you can save a copy and email it to attendees or share on social media. Your guests will be delighted once they receive it, and your one-of-a-kind image will set the perfect, personalized tone for your upcoming soiree.Microsoft Edge, with Outlook in a tab, Copilot in Edge is in the sidebar and composed an email text
  • For that same party, Copilot in Edge can help you finalize many other details. For example, need the perfect mocktail recipe to go with your dinner menu? Copilot in Edge has your back. Let's say you are researching recipes that will work for your party. You can ask Copilot in Edge "what are some mocktails that would pair best" and Copilot will give you suggestions and find recipes for you. And every good dinner party needs the right music – Copilot will also help you build the perfect playlist for your gathering. With the help of Copilot in Edge, your dinner party will have every last detail sorted out, and only you will know that Edge and the power of AI allowed you to plan and prepare, smarter and more efficiently.Copilot in Edge offering mocktail suggestions by searching the web
  • Lastly, I wanted to share one of our latest features that has become an instant crowd favorite on social media. That feature is split screen. Let's face it, we never stop multitasking, and the holidays are probably the time of year that tests our multi-tasking limits. We recently launched split screen and since then, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. This tool allows you to simultaneously work on multiple tasks across two, side-by-side screens in one browsing tab with Microsoft Edge, helping boost your productivity and multitask more efficiently. That recipe you found with the help of Copilot? You can view it on one side, while on the other open a Word document in Edge to allow you to create a running grocery list for later. You can also view shopping pages side by side as you research the perfect decorations for your holiday gathering. All designed with you and your productivity in mind. To try split screen, simply select the split screen icon from the tool bar to get started.A tab in Microsoft Edge, split into two columns.
We hope these tools and features help you tackle your to-do list with more ease, and most importantly, joy this holiday season. To learn more, visit https://aka.ms/holiday-shopping-edge and please continue to send us your feedback as we work to create web experiences and tools to give you a smarter way to browse.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2023/11/13/ai-powered-edge-holiday-season/feed/ 0