[partiallypro]

It looks nice so far, but Microsoft really needs to drop the E logo, and maybe even the Edge name. Both already have negative connotations; and I don't think Microsoft can now claim that it makes it easier to find access to the internet. Especially when Chrome and Safari on tablets and phones look nothing like the iconic blue E, and yet late age boomers can still figure out the devices.

[s_y_n_t_a_x]

I'm not so sure that all old consumers can find another browser icon. Most in my experience look for the E.

[abrowne]

That's what they said when they announced the Edge name – if they didn't choose an E- name (and logo), literally millions of people wouldn't be able to get on the web.

[ghostly_s]

Now try to imagine providing support for one of these users and explaining no, you're clicking the wrong shade of blue 'e'.

[samdixon]

I agree with this sentiment. Edge was an extremely fast browser and I think it lost before it was even released simply by using similar branding to Explorer.

[ghostly_s]

Edge lost because, even in April 2019, it is a buggy pile of shit that lacks fundamental features it's competitors have and chokes on web pages constantly. (I'm forced to use it for work.)

[samdixon]

In truth I didn't use edge much myself, but for the slim number of uses the speed was nice.