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Microsoft Is Preparing To Uninstall The Legacy Version Of Its Edge Browser

Support for the old version of Microsoft Edge will end on March 9, 2021, which means no more security updates for the unpopular successor to Internet Explorer. To keep Windows users safe, Microsoft will uninstall the unsupported version of Edge on April 13, 2021 and replace it with the Chromium-based one.
The replacement will be part of the Windows 10 cumulative monthly security update (also referred to as the Update Tuesday release). “When you apply this update to your devices, the out of support Edge Legacy desktop application will be removed, and the new Edge will be installed,” explains Microsoft on its website.
Windows users who have already installed the Chromium version won’t notice any difference because the latest Edge installer automatically removes the legacy version at the end of the installation process.
“The new Edge offers built-in security and our best interoperability with the Microsoft security ecosystem, all while being more secure than Chrome for businesses on Windows 10,” the company adds.
Users who would like to run Edge Legacy and the new Edge as a side-by-side experience can skip the update, but Microsoft advises against it, stating that Windows cumulative monthly security updates provide important updates to the Windows 10 operating system.
The Chromium-based version of Edge was released on January 15, 2020. Since then, the combined market share of the legacy and new versions grew to nearly 8 percent, earning Microsoft the second-biggest chunk of the web browser pie, after Google Chrome (nearly 70 percent).
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One of the biggest advantages of the Chromium-based version of Edge is its support for Google Chrome extensions alongside Edge-specific extensions hosted by Microsoft. After enabling the “Allow extensions from other stores” switch in Settings, users can go to the Chrome Web Store and download any extension they want.
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Samsung Launches SmartThings Pro For Gulf’s B2B Sector
The platform offers AI-driven automation to schools, offices, and hotels, optimizing cooling and energy use while supporting smart city goals.

Samsung Gulf Electronics has introduced SmartThings Pro, an advanced smart technology platform designed to tackle the unique challenges faced by businesses operating in an extreme climate and fast-moving market. Expanding on the Korean tech giant’s existing smart home innovations, SmartThings Pro brings enhanced automation, efficiency, and intelligent management to commercial and public sector spaces.
Ayman Al Hamalawi, Director and Head of the Air Conditioning Division at Samsung Gulf Electronics, emphasized the platform’s impact: “SmartThings Pro represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of smart building management across the region. We have developed this platform with a deep understanding of the region’s specific challenges, particularly in managing cooling efficiency and energy consumption in our extreme climate. SmartThings Pro not only addresses these challenges head-on but also aligns with the ambitious sustainability goals and smart city initiatives of the GCC nations”.
Samsung is stepping up its game by offering enterprise-grade solutions to tackle the Gulf’s pressing concerns — rising temperatures, high energy consumption, and increasingly ambitious sustainability requirements. As global temperatures climb, businesses enter a frustrating cycle: increased cooling demands lead to higher energy use and therefore, greater carbon emissions.
SmartThings Pro counters this problem with an AI-powered HVAC management system, optimizing cooling performance while minimizing electricity consumption, especially during the region’s scorching summer months. The feature is known as “proactive loss detection and energy optimization” which offers detailed, location-based reports, enabling businesses to fine-tune their operations and cut unnecessary energy expenses.
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Like its home automation cousin, the SmartThings Pro platform seamlessly integrates multiple devices within commercial environments like hotels and office buildings. It enables centralized management of air conditioning, humidity levels, lighting, security cameras, smart signage, temperature controls, and even televisions. Additionally, SmartThings Pro supports third-party devices such as locks, speakers, and sensors, offering a comprehensive automation solution.
Overall, SmartThings Pro represents a major leap forward in commercial IoT technology, offering Gulf enterprises a competitive edge through advanced automation and sustainability-focused solutions. By combining Samsung’s AI expertise with real-world business demands, it creates an adaptable ecosystem that evolves with company needs. Enterprise clients also gain access to customizable APIs for seamless integration, unlocking smarter resource management.
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