As 2024 wraps up, Microsoft Edge reflects on a year of innovation and user engagement. With AI integration, users engaged in over 10 billion chats and auto-translated 38 trillion characters. Edge’s features saved users over $400 annually and protected personal data. Looking ahead, Edge aims to empower users in 2025 with new tools to achieve their goals.
2024 Year-in-Review: A Look Back at Microsoft Edge
As 2024 draws to a close, Microsoft Edge reflects on a year filled with innovations and user engagement. This recap highlights the browser’s transformative features and the impact they have had on users.
What’s New in Microsoft Edge?
This year, Microsoft Edge introduced several AI-powered enhancements. Notably, users engaged in over 10 billion AI-powered chats through Copilot, making information access more intuitive. The integration of AI has revolutionized how users interact with their browser, streamlining tasks and improving productivity.
“We’re on a mission to give you a smarter, AI-powered browser that helps you get through what you need to do faster.”
Major Updates and Features
Edge has also made significant strides in language accessibility. Users auto-translated over 38 trillion characters, allowing seamless content consumption in preferred languages. This feature has made the web more inclusive, catering to diverse audiences globally.
Additionally, the introduction of the Drop feature enabled users to share 46 million messages and files across devices effortlessly. This cross-device functionality enhances collaboration and ensures users remain connected.
Saving Money and Staying Informed
In 2024, Edge users saved an average of $400 per year through its shopping features. This financial benefit, combined with the ability to view over 800 million articles on MSN, kept users informed and inspired daily.
“Whether your 2025 goals include travel, getting organized, or saving money, this is the perfect time to start fresh.”
Security and Performance Enhancements
Security remains a top priority for Microsoft Edge. Users benefited from features like sleeping tabs, which saved over 7 trillion megabytes of PC memory. Moreover, the browser prevented over 1.8 trillion trackers on mobile devices, ensuring safer browsing experiences.
With 7.3 billion passwords protected monthly by Password Monitor, users can browse with confidence. Edge’s built-in security features also blocked over 1.4 billion phishing and malware attacks, reinforcing its commitment to user safety.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As we approach the new year, Microsoft Edge encourages users to explore its AI-powered tools. The 2025 Planning Tool offers ideas and inspiration to help users achieve their goals. With Edge pre-installed on Windows PCs, it’s an excellent time to discover why it’s the smarter way to browse.
For macOS, mobile, or Linux users, downloading Edge is just a click away. Share your feedback directly from the browser to help shape future updates.
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