Samsung Internet extends beyond the mobile world with a new version, available in the Microsoft Store for Windows PCs.
If you've used the Samsung Internet app on a Galaxy device, then you probably know that it's a reliable web browser that's an ideal tool if you're not tied to Google 's ecosystem of extensions and accounts .
Now, this trusted browser is available for use on PCs through the Microsoft Store. If you own a Windows PC, you can download the browser for free from your device's app store. This is the first time it's available for PC users, and the Microsoft Store provides a simple way to install the browser in seconds.
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If you want to log in to your existing Samsung account, you'll need to download another app from Samsung. The process seems a bit complicated, but it works.
Commonalities between Samsung Internet and Google Chrome
Samsung Internet for Windows PCs bears a striking resemblance to Google Chrome in its layout. At the top is a bookmarks bar and an address bar. On the side, a bookmarks section opens, very similar to Chrome's side panel. Extensions, account options, and settings are located in almost the same places.
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Even when it comes to tab options, Samsung Internet seems to be based on the way Chrome works. Basically, the same options appear when you right-click on an open tab, including the grouping tools introduced in newer versions of Chrome.
The image that stands out here is the screenshot that Samsung is using on the Microsoft. If you guessed that it's a screenshot of Chrome on a computer, you're right. It's worth noting that Samsung decided not to include a screenshot of its own app, raising doubts about the authenticity of the mobile-gone-desktop web browser.
Overall, Samsung Internet stands out from most browsers with several features, even though many look similar. It stands out as a browser that provides a fast experience on the computer if you are looking for an alternative to Chrome.
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