Microsoft tries new trick to dissuade Edge customers downloading Chrome
If you find yourself looking for Chrome in Bing Search with Microsoft Edge, you would possibly begin seeing a brand new commercial that claims “All you want is true right here,” studies Home windows Newest.
The commercial features a desk that compares options between Chrome and Edge and tries to promote you on the browser by saying “Microsoft Edge runs on the identical know-how as Chrome, with the added belief of Microsoft.” You’ll additionally spot fast hyperlinks to apps like YouTube, Fb, Gmail, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Netflix.
It’s no secret that Microsoft actually, actually needs customers to stay with Edge and can do something it will possibly to discourage customers from switching to Chrome. Prior to now, Microsoft injected a clumsy ballot when downloading Chrome through Edge, and earlier this yr hid the Chrome obtain hyperlink in Edge. In the meantime, Microsoft is testing new methods to transform Chrome customers.
To be truthful, Edge has been bettering. Along with getting numerous AI options, Edge has gotten a lot sooner and can proceed to be supported even after Home windows 10’s finish of life. However cheesy ways like this are certain to show off anybody who’s nonetheless on the fence, and there aren’t many left.
This text initially appeared on our sister publication PC för Alla and was translated and localized from Swedish.