Microsoft Edge Tests Apple Account Sign-In in Latest Canary Build

Microsoft Edge may soon support signing in with an Apple account. Flags found in the latest Canary build, suggest that users could soon sync bookmarks, history, and other data between an iPhone and a Windows PC using their Apple account.

This follows the recent rollout of Google account sign-in support in Edge. The feature was first highlighted by Leo Varela, who often tracks new browser features. Microsoft did not initially plan to support non-Microsoft accounts within Edge.

Apple Account Sign-In for Edge And How It Would Work

Signing into Edge with Feature Details and Availability data across devices for users who run a Windows 11 PC alongside an iPhone, a common combination. Google account support rolled out recently, and Apple account support now appears to be on the way.

Edge does not require users to sign in, but syncing data and certain features need an account.

After ending Windows Phone, Microsoft focused on bringing its services to Android and iOS, acquiring apps like Wunderlist and SwiftKey to strengthen its presence on mobile devices.

Some Microsoft apps now lag behind competitors. The publication suggests that supporting Google and Apple accounts may signal that Microsoft is acknowledging that most users prefer to stay within Google and Apple ecosystems, even when using Edge.

At the moment, Apple account sign-in is only available as a flag in the Edge Canary build, which is the most experimental version of the browser. There is no information yet on when or if the feature will reach the stable release.

As with other Canary features, it may change or be removed before a wider rollout. Microsoft has not officially confirmed Apple account support for Edge.

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