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‘Ice Age’ comes to Minecraft
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Inspired by 20th Century Studio’s movies and crafted by 4j Studios, the frost-covered world of "Ice Age," alongside its huge host of huggable characters and a vast, explorable map, is coming to Minecraft. "Cast your eyes towards a glittering horizon and you’ll see saber-tooth tigers prowling the glaciers, prehistoric pigs snuffling around the trees, vultures swooping through the skies and a dark shadow lurking beneath the ice-blue waters," writes Sophie Austin on Minecraft.net. "This expansive map rebuilds some of the most iconic locations from all the movies – including the new Adventures of Buck Wild – in brilliantly blocky ways. And you’ll want to investigate it all, b…
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‘Lost Sands’ Sea of Thieves Adventure live now until June 9
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Sea of Thieves fans: Help determine the fate of Golden Sands. The next Sea of Thieves Adventure, "Lost Sands," is now live. From now until June 9, side with Merrick and secure vital supplies to help restore the stricken Outpost, or ally with the Servant of the Flame to ensure it remains in ruins. "Whichever path you choose, expect Golden Sands to be a lively destination for the duration of ‘Lost Sands’ as both sides seek to exert their will upon the waves," writes Chris "Brawler" Allcock on SeaOfThieves.com. Head over to SeaOfThieves.com to watch the trailer and find out more. Continue reading...
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‘Meet Windows 11’: New video series helps with basics, personalization, apps and tools
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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If you’re just starting out with Windows 11 – or looking for refreshers on making the most out of it – there’s a new video series that will help you with staying organized, keyboard shortcuts, personalizing your experience, apps and tools. “Meet Windows 11” recently debuted with three short videos that will get you up and running on Windows 11. The first one goes over basics such as universal search, desktop groups and Microsoft accounts. The second video helps you personalize your Windows experience by suggesting several features, such as creating collections for websites you browse, choosing desktop backgrounds and using widgets. The third video explores new and refresh…
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11 tips to get the most out of Windows 11
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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On Sept. 20, the Windows 11 2022 Update rolled out in more than 190 countries. This first major update to Windows 11, which launched in 2021, shows how Windows keeps evolving and adapting. The newest steps on that journey focus on making the PC easier and safer to use for everyone; empowering people to be more productive; making Windows the best place to connect, create and play; and delivering added security, management and flexibility to the workplace. The 11 features below highlight those key areas: System-wide live captions*: Now the live captions are displayed at the top of the screen, right under the camera on most systems, which makes it easier to follow the capt…
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2024 – A year in recap – Windows Accessibility
by Guest Shweta Gupta- 0 replies
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The Windows Accessibility team is on a mission to make Windows 11 the most inclusive version yet and create a digital environment where everyone is empowered to achieve more. We remain committed to prioritizing feedback and insights from the disability community for our products as we continue to evolve Windows for the future. From performance improvements in Narrator and enhanced spelling and correction improvements in Voice Access, to a dedicated focus on improving reliability and core functionality across all assistive technologies, significant strides have been made in addressing the diverse needs of our customers. Today as we celebrate International Day of Persons wi…
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As the end of the year approaches, we’re excited to share with you our 2024 Year-in-Review to not only look back on our year together but also to help you get ready to tackle your goals for next year. Let’s face it, we are all managing endless to-do lists and responsibilities amidst an ever-growing amount of information and content. While all that information might seem helpful in the context of growing to-do lists, it can also feel overwhelming. At Microsoft Edge we’re on a mission to give you a smarter, AI-powered browser that helps you get through what you need to do faster, and navigate the wealth of information available easier, so you can spend your time doing more…
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3 legendary Persona games coming to Windows PC, Xbox Game Pass beginning this fall
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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To celebrate 25 years of Persona, Sega is bringing the worldwide hits Persona 5 Royal, Persona 4 Golden and Persona 3 Portable to Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and with Xbox Game Pass. "Starting this fall, fans will get to experience this beloved RPG [role-playing game] series," writes Stacy Lee, Communications Manager, Sega, in a post on Xbox Wire. "To kick things off, on Oct. 21, don the mask of Joker and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts when Persona 5 Royal arrives with Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows PC." Find out more about each Persona title on Xbox Wire. Continue reading...
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30 days of PWA: Fall in love with Progressive Web Apps
by Guest Microsoft Edge Team- 0 replies
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If you recently started your journey learning web development and if you are interested in building apps without having to also learn about iOS, Android, or desktop app development, then you’re about to fall in love with Progressive Web Apps. Starting on February 14th 2022, we ran a series of blog posts which lasted for 30 days, and covered all aspects of Progressive Web Apps development: what they are, how they’re built, what special powers they have, how to create, debug, test and optimize them, and how to publish them to app stores! Whether you just started with web development or have experience already, there should be a little bit for everyone in this blog series.…
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6 things to know about the new Surface devices
by Guest Yasmine Boukerma & Linnet Banda, Microsoft- 0 replies
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Just in time for the holiday season, new Microsoft Surface devices are available to experience and shop. Whether you’re looking for yourself or someone you love, finding the right tech can feel overwhelming. To help make it easier, we asked our product experts at the Microsoft Experience Center in New York City for the top things to know about the new Windows 11 devices. We must start off by highlighting our two brand new Surface devices that are available today: Surface Laptop Studio 2 is the ultimate multitasking powerhouse with the coolest form factor in town. Whether you’re a professional or a student, this laptop has your back and delivers high-performance for ever…
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6-foot, 9-inch ‘The Mountain’ joins medieval madness for upcoming launch of Age of Empires IV
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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What can you do while waiting for the Oct. 28 launch of Age of Empires IV? Join the pre-launch hijinks of course. The World’s Edge team behind the game has booked a castle and built a giant fully functional trebuchet, which it will use to fling a load of assorted items including armor, a sheep (plushie-form only; no animals will be harmed) and other ammunition. Joining the fun is former World’s Strongest Man and star of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, a.k.a. The Mountain. Head over to Xbox Wire to read all about it and find out how to watch the festivities on the Xbox YouTube channel. Continue reading...
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7 new default skins come to Minecraft
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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To help everyone see themselves in Minecraft, the team has created more options that better reflect the community. As a result you will now be able to make your way through Minecraft in seven new default skins. "Hopefully, you will see a bit of yourself in these skins and will grow to love them just like Alex, Steve and everything else that makes up the blocky world that is Minecraft," writes Sofia Dankis on Minecraft.net. Head over to Minecraft.net to check out the new skins and find out more. Continue reading...
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When Mats Steen was a little boy, he loved a small ceramic fox. In his native Norway, a fox is a “reven.” His mother, Trude, says he carried everywhere. Back then, he could still walk on his own. He was 7 years old when a wheelchair arrived at his house. His parents anticipated he would need it soon, as his muscles weakened due to a rare condition, Duchenne muscular dystrophy. He hated the wheelchair, so it stayed in the hallway. Even though he was stumbling and falling, he didn’t want to use it. Eventually, he had to. [caption id="attachment_179309" align="alignnone" width="1024"] A World of Warcraft avatar carrying a Reven Pack, an in-game charity fundraiser. (Scree…
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A new docuseries, Power On: The Story of Xbox, explores the origins and evolution of Xbox
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Twenty years ago, a small group within Microsoft took on a seemingly audacious ambition at that time: to create a video game console from scratch and take on much more established competitors. Despite many obstacles, Xbox was born. And, over two decades, it became a lasting presence ubiquitous in gaming and pop culture throughout the world. But until now, the full story of those humble beginnings, stops and starts hasn’t been told from a comprehensive inside perspective. “Power On: The Story of Xbox” is a new six-part docuseries that’s streaming for free so anyone can check out that tumultuous journey – hearing directly from those who were there when it all started, some …
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A new era of the PC
by Guest Panos Panay, Chief Product Officer, Windows +- 0 replies
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The last two years have had a profound and durable impact on how we live our lives, with the PC playing a more meaningful role than ever. Recently a friend reflected that he never would have expected that his eight-year-old son would become proficient in Teams and OneNote or that his seventy-two-year-old mother would become an Instacart convert. New behaviors that were born out of necessity have evolved into habits as people and organizations reevaluate their priorities through a new lens. A new hybrid infrastructure now exists – across work, school and life – enabling more flexibility in where and how people spend their time. And the PC is the hub. This is driving a new …
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A new wave of innovation with Edge, your AI-powered browser
by Guest Roger Capriotti- 0 replies
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It’s been such an exciting year for Edge and Bing. We’ve worked diligently to bring you rich, AI-powered innovation to help you find, create and achieve beyond what you ever thought possible. Yesterday, we announced another iteration of AI-powered features across Bing and Edge, and today, I’m eager to tell you more. Like advancements in shopping, to help you find what you need at the best price, and new ways help you get more done with browser actions, Tab Auto-grouping, Inline Compose and PDF view in Bing Chat on the Microsoft Edge mobile app. And because we need smarter ways to get more done at work, we’re excited to tell you more about Bing Chat Enterprise on the Micro…
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A preview of WSL in the Microsoft Store is now available!
by Guest Craig Loewen- 0 replies
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The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) preview is now available in the Microsoft Store as a store application for Windows 11 machines! Installing WSL through the store will allow you to get the latest WSL updates and features faster, and without needing to modify your Windows version. Read on to see how that’s possible and what this means for WSL! [HEADING=1]Is this a new version of WSL?[/HEADING] This is the exact same WSL that you know and love, all that we’ve changed is where it gets installed and updated from. We’ve created this as an initial preview to help ensure quality before making this generally available. [HEADING=1]Why would you want to install WSL fro…
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A principled approach to app pinning and app defaults in Windows
by Guest Tali Roth & Aaron Grady- 0 replies
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Today we’re reaffirming our long-standing approach to put people in control of their Windows PC experience and to empower developers to take advantage of our open platform. We want to ensure that people are in control of what gets pinned to their Desktop, their Start menu and their Taskbar as well as to be able to control their default applications such as their default browser through consistent, clear and trustworthy Windows provided system dialogs and settings. Third party applications running on Windows and Microsoft’s own apps and features will have access to methods for pinning to these key user experiences and access to directing users to change defaults. Apps may …
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Ability to access your Android phone in File Explorer begins rolling out to Windows Insiders
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, Today we are beginning to gradually roll out the ability to see your Android phone in File Explorer to Windows Insiders with Android phones across all Insider Channels. With this new experience, you will be able to wirelessly browse through all your folders and files, including media that is on your Android phone. You can open them, copy them to your PC, copy PC files to your phone, rename files, move them, and delete them. [caption id=attachment_177208" align="alignnone" width="1024] File Explorer showing the new entry point for accessing your Android phone.[/caption] To use this feature, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: Your Andr…
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Acer announces eco-advances along with new Windows 11 PCs for gamers, creators
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Acer today announced major updates to its Windows 11 laptop line-up, with new designs and support for industry-leading technology: 13th Gen Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs. The new Predator Triton 17 X and Predator Helios Neo 16 are made for gamers and creators alike, with powerful new components and premium display options. The thin and powerful Predator Triton 14 is designed for work or play, while its sleek, understated design makes it ideal for any environment. And the Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition brings glasses-free, stereoscopic 3D to the world of gaming, infusing new life into more than 70 modern and classic titles, with mor…
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Acer Pluton-powered TravelMate devices are here
by Guest David Weston, Vice President of Enterprise and OS- 0 replies
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The global threat of cybersecurity continues to plague organizations of all sizes, with new data showing adversaries have been using zero-day exploits in 2021 at more than double the previous recorded volume in 2020. Password attacks are one of the most common entry points for attackers and Microsoft reported that in 2022 over 921 password attacks happen every second – nearly doubling over the prior 12 months. Microsoft processes 24 trillion signals every 24 hours and has blocked billions of attacks in the last year alone, while tracking ~250 unique threat actors across observed nation-state, ransomware and criminal activities. To stay protected in the face of these mount…
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Acer refreshes Predator Orion 7000 gaming PCs with new 13th Gen Intel Core processors
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Designed for hard-core gaming enthusiasts and creators, the Predator Orion 7000 series of Windows 11 desktop PCs have been refreshed with the latest 13th Gen Intel Core processors, which deliver advanced computing and multi-tasking capabilities. The device also includes one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, providing access to hundreds of high-quality PC games. Windows 11 and a boosted performance core helps maximize gaming, productivity, entertainment and creativity needs, while delivering the same fully-immersive graphics and best-in-class connectivity. Find out more at Acer. Continue reading...
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Acer refreshes Windows 11 PCs for work and play: Swift Edge 16 and Predator Triton 16
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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If you’re looking for Windows laptops, Acer has announced two refreshed PCs for work and play: the Swift Edge 16 and the Predator Triton 16. Powered by the latest AMD Ryzen 7040 Series processors, which keep this Windows 11 laptop running longer when unplugged, the Swift Edge 16 also makes the most of up to AMD Radeon 780M graphics for immersive visuals. [caption id=attachment_178329" align="alignnone" width="1024] Swift Edge 16[/caption] When it comes to working on the go, security is paramount. Thanks to the built-in Microsoft Pluton security processor, enabled by default, this PC can provide added protection to defend against sophisticated attacks, while the fingerpri…
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Acer reveals latest additions to TravelMate series of Windows 11 laptops for students
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Students who are learning in school and at home need PCs that can give them features they need to succeed in their studies, such as data security, powerful processors, HD webcams and technology that reduces eye strain. But those devices also need to be rugged enough to stand up to the hybrid learning experience, which includes frequent movement through hallways, sports fields, commuting and at home. Acer’s latest additions to its TravelMate B series of Windows 11 laptops check off all those boxes, as they’re military-grade standard MIL-STD 810H-compliant, that means they could withstand drops as high as 48 inches (122cm). Reinforced I/O ports and spill-resistant keyboards…
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Acer’s most recent Windows 11 lineup includes innovative gaming laptops, Swift 3 OLED and TravelMate
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Acer’s latest lineup includes innovative laptops for gaming, work and all aspects of modern life through new and refreshed Windows 11 PCs across the Predator, Swift, Spin and TravelMate series. The Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition gaming laptop brings glasses-free, stereoscopic 3D to the world of gaming. Through the new SpatialLabs TrueGame application, gamers can play 50 supported games at launch in a 3D mode on the device. Rooms will appear more spacious, and objects genuinely layered, in real-time, without the need for special glasses. A combination of an eye-tracking solution, a stereoscopic 3D display and real-time rendering technologies creates the SpatialLab…
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Achieve more: Here are the best Windows devices to power your small business
by Guest Nicole Dezen, CVP, Device Partner Sales- 0 replies
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This week is National Small Business Week, a chance to celebrate the entrepreneurs and all that your businesses bring to our communities. As a former CEO of two small businesses myself, I know it takes courage and resilience to turn a vision into reality. It also requires powerful and flexible tools and secure technology to run an organization, having the right tools enables you to focus on your customers and growing your business. I am proud that Microsoft and our partners deliver incredible Windows 11 Pro devices, cloud services and experiences purpose-built for small businesses. Since Microsoft’s inception, we have relied on the strength and scale of our partner ecosys…