←back to thread

Chrome for Android doesn't have extensions, but Edge now has a whole store

60 points soumikmahato | 4 comments | 14 Mar 25 18:19 UTC | HN request time: 0.9s | source

Microsoft edge's latest build version 134.0.3124.57, just added a whole new web-store for Android user unlike google. Extensions are great for adding a tiny bit of functionality to a browsing experience without dedicating an entire app to run in the background. For instance, some users like to use VPNs securely tied in from the browser itself rather than running the full-scale app.
1. modzu ◴[14 Mar 25 19:56 UTC] No.43366581[source]▶
how the hell does anyone use a browser on their phone without a bottom address bar (a la firefox)? do i just have tiny hands??
replies(3): >>43366719 #>>43367624 #>>43367786 #
2. ewoodrich ◴[14 Mar 25 20:09 UTC] No.43366719[source]▶
Personally I’ve used a Magsafe Pop Socket style grip for the last 5 years so my thumb naturally hovers over the center of the screen. Ergonomics of phones sucked in general for me as screens got bigger and bigger until I started using it.
3. j_maffe ◴[14 Mar 25 21:44 UTC] No.43367624[source]▶
Yeah that part is maddenning. I've been using a side-swippable cursor thing to reach the bar at the top.
4. gausswho ◴[14 Mar 25 22:08 UTC] No.43367786[source]▶
You're not alone. Boggles my mind. I'm on GrapheneOS and they still won't bring it to Vanadium so petty me sticks with Firefox.