Samsung Internet, renowned for its excellence as an Android browser, generated excitement among its users when a Windows version was unexpectedly launched on the Microsoft Store in November 2023. However, it appears that the release may have been unintentional or plagued with problems, as Samsung has now removed Samsung Internet from the Microsoft Store, leaving users perplexed.
Initially, the app could be accessed through a direct link but did not show up in search results. Presently, it is inaccessible through either method. Though the exact reason for its removal remains unknown, it is believed that the release was accidental. Samsung never officially announced the availability of Samsung Internet on desktop PCs, and its appearance on the Microsoft Store was discovered by diligent users on X/Twitter.
Some users noticed that the app presented them with Korean text, implying that Samsung might not have completed all the necessary work, including translating the interface. This suggests that the app was not fully prepared for release on Windows.
Reports indicate that the initial version of Samsung Internet for Windows was not as polished as its Android counterpart. Users experienced a lower refresh rate, resulting in noticeable lag. Additionally, certain features commonly found in modern browsers, such as cross-platform data syncing for website passwords, were missing.
One theory proposes that Samsung Internet may have been designed exclusively for release in Korea, which would explain the presence of untranslated Korean text during the browser’s launch. To determine if the app is available in your country, you can visit the Microsoft Store or use the store’s search bar to search for Samsung Internet.
As we gather more information on Samsung Internet for Windows, we will keep you updated. Stay tuned for the latest developments regarding this highly anticipated release.
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Microsoft Store: https://www.microsoft.com/
The source of the article is from the blog be3.sk