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Jan 15, 2020 Microsoft today announced the first stable launch of its Edge browser built on the Google Chromium open source project. Microsoft Edge can be downloaded on both Windows machines and Macs. Jan 15, 2020 The Chromium version of Microsoft Edge arrives with two limitations that could make it a tough sell for users, at least in the short-term. One of Microsoft Edge's most important features is sync, which keeps your browser history, favorites, passwords, and other data the same across all of your devices. 2020-3-9 Microsoft Edge Chromium may be vastly superior in contrast to its predecessor with better performance and wider cross-platform availability. But you can't overlook the fact that there are other. May 20, 2019 Microsoft's Chromium-powered Edge browser is now available on macOS. As time goes on, more adjustments will undoubtedly be made to Edge's Mac port based on feedback from users. If you decide to. 2019-7-27 我们希望您今天就能够预览（Edge for MacOS），期待您的反馈和参与Microsoft Edge Insider社区。 基于Chromium核心的Edge for Mac版本带来Macbook Pro的Touch Bar功能支持，你现在可以在Touch Bar控制媒体播放暂停或Edge的标签页切换。. 2020-1-16 Microsoft makes the best macOS software. Windows 10 native Microsoft Edge is garbage. I also have been testing Microsoft Edge Beta (still am) for the past 2 months on a work image in Window 10 Enterprise 1903/1909 build and it's a LOT faster for both intranet/sharepoint sites and external sites vs Chrome and Firefox (latest build).
-->Your job does not end with ensuring your site runs great across Microsoft Edge and Android. Even though Device Mode is able to simulate a range of other devices like iPhones, we encourage you to check out solutions for emulation provided by other browsers.
Summary
Jan 15, 2020 Microsoft launched Edge based on Google's Chromium open source project for Windows 7, Windows 10, and macOS. This is Edge 79 stable.
- When you do not have a particular device, or want to do a spot check on something, the best option is to emulate the device right inside your browser.
- Device emulators and simulators enable you to mimic your development site on a range of devices from your workstation.
- Cloud-based emulators enable you to automate unit tests for your site across different platforms.
Browser emulators
Browser emulators are great for testing the responsiveness of a site, but each does not emulate differences in API, CSS support, and certain behaviors that you see on a mobile browser. Test your site on browsers running on real devices to be certain everything behaves as expected.
Firefox Responsive Design View
Firefox has a responsive design view that encourages you to stop thinking in terms of specific devices and instead explore how your design changes at common screen sizes or your own size by dragging the edges.
EdgeHTML Emulation
To emulate Windows Phones, use the Microsoft Edge (EdgeHTML) built-in emulation.
Use IE 11 Emulation to simulate how your page may look in older versions of Internet Explorer.
Device emulators and simulators
Device simulators and emulators simulate not just the browser environment but the entire device. Each are useful to test things that require OS integration, for example form input with virtual keyboards.
Android Emulator
##### Figure old 1 > Stock Browser in Android Emulator > ![Stock Browser in Android Emulator][ImageAndroidEmulatorStockBrowser] -->At the moment, there is no way to install Microsoft Edge on an Android emulator. However, you may use the Android Browser, the Chromium Content Shell, and Firefox for Android which we review later in this guide. Chromium Content Shell runs the same Chromium rendering engine as Microsoft Edge, but comes without any of the browser specific features.
The Android emulator comes with the Android SDK which you need to download as part of Android Studio. Then follow the instructions to set up a virtual device and start the emulator.
Once your emulator is booted, click on the Browser icon, and test your site on the old Stock Browser for Android.
Chromium Content Shell on Android
##### Figure old 2 > Android Emulator Content Shell > ![Android Emulator Content Shell][ImageAndroidEmulatorContentShell] -->To install the Chromium Content Shell for Android, leave your emulator running and run the following commands at a command prompt:
Now you are able to test your site with the Chromium Content Shell.
Firefox on Android
##### Figure old 3 > Firefox Icon on Android Emulator > ![Firefox Icon on Android Emulator][ImageAndroidEmulatorFirefoxBrowser] -->Similar to the Chromium Content Shell, you are able to get an APK to install Firefox onto the emulator.
Download the correct .apk file.
From here, you are able to install the file onto an open emulator or connected Android device with the following command:
iOS Simulator
The iOS simulator for Mac OS X comes with Xcode, which you install from the App Store.
When you are done, learn how to work with the simulator through Apple Developer documentation.
Note
To avoid having to open Xcode every time you want to use the iOS Simulator, open it, then right-click the iOS Simulator icon in your dock and select Keep in Dock. Now just click this icon whenever you need it.
Microsoft Edge (EdgeHTML)
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Modern IE VM
Microsoft Edge (EdgeHTML) Virtual Machines (VMs) enable you to access different versions of EdgeHTML and IE on your computer via VirtualBox (or VMWare). Choose a virtual machine on the download page.
Cloud-based emulators and simulators
If you are not able to use the emulators and do not have access to real devices, then cloud-based emulators are the next best thing. A big advantage of cloud-based emulators over real devices and local emulators is that you are able to automate unit tests for your site across different platforms.
- BrowserStack (commercial) is the easiest to use for manual testing. You select an operating system, select your browser version and device type, select a URL to browse, and it spins up a hosted virtual machine with which you may interact. You are able to also run multiple emulators in the same screen, enabling you to test the look and feel of your app across multiple devices at the same time.
- SauceLabs (commercial) enables you to run unit tests inside of an emulator, which may be really useful for scripting a flow through your site and watching the video recording of this afterwards on various devices. You are also able to do manual testing with your site.
- Device Anywhere (commercial) does not use emulators but real devices which you are able to control remotely. This is very useful in the event where you need to reproduce a problem on a specific device and are not able to see the bug using any of the options in the previous guides.
Note
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The original page is found here and is authored by Meggin Kearney (Tech Writer) and Paul Bakaus (Open Web Developer Advocate at Google Tools, Performance, Animation, UX).
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There's a new browser launching today, January 15, across various platforms including macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android. It's the new version of Microsoft Edge, the company's first browser that's based on the open-source Chromium project, the technology behind the industry-leading Google Chrome.
Since last summer, I've been using the Microsoft Edge public beta on my MacBook Pro alongside Apple Safari, my default browser for nearly two decades. For this okay, boomer, even the thought of ditching an Apple product for one made by Microsoft was like considering an invitation to join the dark side. Nonetheless, flirting with Microsoft Edge turned out to be a positive experience.
With the first Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browser now available to the public, I plan on continuing my Microsoft adventure for various reasons. Still, I'm not ready to ditch Apple Safari either for the reasons noted below.
Good start
Microsoft Edge
Price: Free download.
Bottom line: Even as an unfinished product, Microsoft Edge is on the right track. Mac users should take it for a test drive and not feel guilty about it.
The Good
- Easy setup and import
- Robust, flexible security tools
- Access to Chromium-based extensions
The Bad
- No Apple Pay integration
- No iCloud password integration
- Syncing isn't a finished product
Packed with features
What is Microsoft Edge?
Originally, I thought the best way to review Microsoft Edge for Mac was to compare it to Apple's Safari. After much thought, I decided against taking this approach, although I do plan on writing a separate article for iMore explaining the key differences between the two browsers. For this review, I'll focus instead on Microsoft Edge's broad features, then unpack its biggest strengths and weaknesses and why you should consider adding it to your Mac.
All about Chromium
Any discussion on Microsoft Edge needs to begin with one about Chromium. This web browser project was originally developed by Google. Like all successful open-source projects, it's been steadily improved by many third-parties, of which Microsoft is only one.
With Chromium, Google has long promised a 'lightweight and fast' internet experience. From there, it has largely been left to others to make browser-specific features worth considering.
Today, Chromium serves as the starting point for many browsers, not just Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome. These include Amazon Silk, Brave, and many others.
A security and privacy win
Microsoft Edge: What I like
The first Chromium-based version of Microsoft Edge is packed with high-profile features. No doubt, those on the surface will get most of the attention. However, I've been most impressed with what's going on behind the scenes.
Hackers will always target web browsers and I don't expect that will ever change. While nothing is 100 percent secure, Microsoft is doing its part to push its Edge browser closer to absolute security through tracking prevention and a so-called SmartScreen tool.
Tracking prevention
In Microsoft Edge, you get to decide how much free rein web trackers have while you're surfing. The trackers, which collect data about how you interact with a site, includes a mix of good and bad actors. Unfortunately, separating the two isn't always easy. At launch, Microsoft Edge offers three levels of tracking prevention, Basic, Balanced, and Strict.
Under Basic, Microsoft blocks trackers it thinks are potentially harmful, while allowing others that are intended to personalize your web content and ads. The Balanced approach, which Microsoft recommends for most users, blocks harmful trackers and those from sites you haven't visited. The trade-off is you receive a less robust and personalized experience compared to the Basic option.
In the ‘User Name’ field, give your full Gmail address, including ‘@gmail.com’ or ‘@yourdomain.com.’. 
Incoming Server, check Override default port and Use SSL to connect (recommended) and change port to 993.
With Strict tracking, Microsoft blocks harmful trackers and the majority of all trackers across most sites. Under this scenario, your surfing experience becomes even less personalized. Depending on the site, the limit could also disable video and login capabilities.
Like Microsoft, I believe the Balanced approach is optimal for most users. Nonetheless, I'm impressed Microsoft has moved past an all or nothing approach when it comes to tracking. Better still, you can switch back and forth between the three levels at will depending on your circumstances or location.
SmartScreen and Application Guard
Meanwhile, with built-in Microsoft Defender SmartScreen technology, Microsoft Edge can protect you from accidentially visiting locations online previously reported as phishing or malware websites. The tool also sends out an alert if you attempt to download potentially malicious files.
For those in a work environment, Microsoft has given IT professionals even more control over SmartScreen. For businesses, there's also the Application Guard, which is designed to help prevent web-based attacks using hardware isolation.
Looking beyond privacy and security, there's no denying Microsoft has spent a great deal of time during the beta process to create a setup process simple enough for anyone to complete. As part of this, it made it easy to import data from other browsers. Current Apple Safari users, for example, can import favorites, bookmarks, and browsing history, while Google Chrome users also have the ability to import payment and password information, addresses, settings, and more.
As part of the Microsoft Edge setup process, you can also create an informative web page that shows up on new tabs. The page offers a Microsoft Bing web search box, quick links to your most visited web sites, and a full Microsoft News page. You can change the tab page to match one of three canned layouts or make it your own by creating a more customized version. The new page is a nice touch and one of the key reasons to consider making a switch.
Lots of extensions
Another benefit of using the Chromium-backed Microsoft Edge browser is compatibility. Not only can you take advantage of Microsoft's new extension store for Edge, but you can also install content from the Chrome Web Store. The compatibility means you now have access to over 190,000 extensions and web apps. At last count, Safari offers less than 100.
Extensions make a web browser even more useful and offers a great way to further customize the experience. Available extensions include web security tools, translators, password generators, and much more.
iCloud averse, lacking features
Microsoft Edge: What I don't like
The Chromium version of Microsoft Edge arrives with two limitations that could make it a tough sell for users, at least in the short-term.
One of Microsoft Edge's most important features is sync, which keeps your browser history, favorites, passwords, and other data the same across all of your devices. Unfortunately, sync isn't fully supported at launch. No doubt, Microsoft will correct this omission soon, but it's a head-scratching omission from such a high-profile launch.
There's no easy fix to the second limitation, which affects only Apple users. Microsoft Edge, unlike Apple Safari, doesn't support iCloud. Because of this, there's no way to bring over your iCloud Keychain username and passwords to the new browser. You also can't use Apple Pay. Because of the former, I have found it nearly impossible to fully embrace the Microsoft Edge browser and choose it over Apple Safari. However, if you use a third-party password manager such as 1Password, this limitation isn't important.
Beyond these pain points, Microsoft Edge is a nearly perfect browser and I can't wait to see where it goes from here. I'm also excited about trying the refreshed iOS version, available on the App Store.
Speedy, but ..
I'm not the type who puts a lot of weight on software benchmarks because those tests are heavily influenced by hardware. Because of this, I'll leave it to others to fully analyze the performance of Microsoft Edge and compare it to other browsers on the market, including Apple Safari.
With that being said, during my limited tests, I didn't see much of a difference between the two browsers. Like other Chromium-based browsers, Microsoft Edge on Mac is quick. However, it didn't seem any faster or slower than Apple Safari. Your situation could differ depending on the age of your computer, which is certainly worth keeping in mind.
A mostly great product
Microsoft Edge
As 2020 begins, a plurality of Mac users now use Google Chrome as their browser of choice, followed by Apple Safari. In total, the two browsers control 93 percent of the market on macOS. That could soon change thanks to the arrival of Chromium-based Microsoft Edge.
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If you're a current Chrome browser user ..
The new browser has been designed with privacy and protection in mind. At the same time, it firmly embraces the third-party integration and speed that has made Chrome the most popular browser on desktops overall.
If you're a current Apple Safari user ..
Thanks to limitations from Apple, Microsoft Edge can't import all content from Safari, such as passwords. However, if you're willing to look past this and want to jump head first into open-source Chromium web browsing, you should give Microsoft Edge a try. Offering perhaps a fresher experience than Safari with more privacy features, the newest browser for Mac is beautifully designed, fun to use, and customizable to match your unique tastes.
Download it
Microsoft Edge
A worthy alternative.
Microsoft Edge could give Google Chrome and Apple Safari a run for web browser supremacy on a Mac.
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