Microsoft Edge has long been the punchline for slow and clunky browsers, but guess what? Microsoft finally got the memo that users don’t want to wait around! After a February update that switched Edge to WebUI 2.0 and slashed loading times by a whopping 40% across 13 different features, Microsoft just dropped another update that basically turbocharged the browser’s speed.
Picture this: the First Contentful Paint (FCP) time is now under one millisecond! Yes, you read that right — less than a single millisecond! That means visual elements pop up on your screen almost instantly, a dream come true for anyone who’s ever stared at a loading wheel in frustration. Microsoft says delays longer than 100 milliseconds seriously hurt user satisfaction, so this move is a huge win.
But wait, there’s more! Microsoft plans to roll out WebUI 2.0 to even more parts of Edge in the coming months, including print preview and extensions, promising an even smoother and faster experience.
While other browsers bombard users with ads and pop-ups, Microsoft is focusing on what really matters — speed and simplicity. Some users are already reporting fewer issues and a much better Edge experience than before.
Is this the end of the slow browser era? Microsoft is clearly trying hard to make it so. If you’ve been avoiding Edge, maybe it’s time to give it another shot. Or at least have a laugh at how far it’s come from its clunky beginnings.
So, what about you? Tried the latest Edge yet? Or still loyal to your favorite browser? Drop a comment and let’s see which side you’re on in this digital showdown!
