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Halo Infinite Multiplayer Beta now available for everyone
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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As a thank you to the Xbox community for 20 years of support, 343 Industries has launched the free-to-play Halo Infinite Multiplayer Beta and Season 1 three weeks early, available starting now for all players on Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. It will also be available via Xbox Cloud Gaming later on Monday. Players can enjoy the Season 1 content including all maps, core modes, Academy features and Battle Pass, and all of their progress carries over into the full Halo Infinite launch on Dec. 8. Head over to Xbox Wire for details. Continue reading...
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Halo Infinite now available on PC, console and Xbox Game Pass
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Halo Infinite is available now on PC on Windows and Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Game Pass, which includes console, PC and Cloud Gaming (Beta). The game invites you to step inside the armor of the Master Chief, confront the most ruthless foe he’s ever faced and protect humanity, no matter the cost. Halo Infinite is also the franchise’s most accessible game yet, with free-to-play multiplayer and the full campaign available on day one with Xbox Game Pass. To find out how to get started, head over to Xbox Wire. Continue reading...
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Craig Duncan, head of Xbox Game Studios, is the featured guest on the latest Official Xbox Podcast. Host Tina Amini interviews Duncan, who shares updates on several games, including Avowed, South of Midnight and Doom: The Dark Ages. Head over to Xbox Wire to watch his interview.View the full article
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Help users resume your app seamlessly after a Windows update
by Guest Yutong Liao- 0 replies
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Windows PCs require a restart to apply each month’s security updates. Today we’re offering tips and best practices that can help you make sure your applications seamlessly resume after a restart and keep your app users happy. Some users manage Windows updates (and restarts) for themselves. Others prefer that their PCs automatically restart when not in use. In either case, users typically prefer to find their applications exactly as they left them after an update. Their flow on Windows is more productive and fun when apps restore their state, position and pending operations following an update. What does this mean for you as an application developer? If your app is documen…
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Here’s how Microsoft’s device partners are investing in our planet
by Guest Nicole Dezen, CVP, Device Partner Sales- 0 replies
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Every year in the month of April, we celebrate Earth Day. Living in the Pacific Northwest, as the snow begins to melt and the landscape brightens, I reflect on what a privilege it is to live in such a beautiful place. The theme for this year’s global Earth Day is “Invest in Our Planet,” and I believe it represents such an important reminder for us all – to invest. So, when the time comes to celebrate the Earth and recognize the amazing progress Microsoft and our partners are making to reduce our carbon footprints, change business practices to be more environmentally responsible and create more sustainable products, I jump at the opportunity. I’m so proud of the commitment…
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Holiday Shopping and Planning Made Easy with AI-Powered Edge
by Guest Roger Capriotti- 0 replies
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Microsoft Edge is here to help you navigate the busiest time of the year. From finding the best deals on your shopping list, helping you prepare for holiday travel, or even giving you ideas for a DIY ugly holiday sweater, Edge has the built-in tools you need to shop smarter and accomplish more than you thought possible, all while staying safer online. Here is a quick guide on how Edge's AI-powered tools can help you make the holiday season more joyful: [HEADING=1]Find the Perfect Gift[/HEADING] We all have that one person in our lives who is difficult to shop for but to whom we always want to give the most thoughtful gift. Copilot in Edge, conveniently built into your b…
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Holidays start with Microsoft Store
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With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to enjoy seasonal treats, hang up festive decorations and relive childhood classics. Yet, alongside the joy, there’s the ever-growing to-do list: finding recipes for meals, managing budgets, planning holiday gatherings and so much more. The season is about togetherness and connection, and whether it’s helping to bring traditions to life or tackling tasks, so you have time to enjoy festivities, Microsoft Store is here to support you. From Surface laptops and Xbox consoles and accessories to movies, TV shows and gift cards – we make shopping simple and stress-free. For early savings on the season’s hottest tech, shop today…
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Hot Wheels expansion comes to Forza Horizon 5
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Forza Horizon 5: Hot Wheels is available now in the Forza Horizon 5 Premium Add-ons Bundle, Premium Edition and Expansions Bundle. If you don’t have any of those bundles, you can buy the standalone Forza Horizon 5: Hot Wheels expansion directly for $19.99. “This is our first big expansion for Forza Horizon 5 and features our fastest, most extreme, gravity-defying tracks, new biomes to explore and tons of new cars and features,” writes Mike Brown, creative director of Forza Horizon 5, Playground Games, in a post on Xbox Wire. “Hot Wheels Park features a ton of new and diverse biomes: from the rugged Giant’s Canyon; to the frozen tundra dripping into the molten lava in the…
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How inclusion drives innovation in Windows 11
by Guest Carolina Hernandez, Windows Accessibility Leader- 0 replies
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Earlier this year we announced four exciting features coming to Windows 11 designed for and with people with disabilities: system-wide live captions, Focus sessions, voice access and more natural voices for Narrator. As those features start to become available today, we wanted to pull back the curtain and share a bit more about how the culture of inclusion within the Windows engineering team has helped to foster the development of more inclusive and delightful Windows experiences for everyone. That culture has three main ingredients: people, process and ambition. [HEADING=1]The makeup of our team: as diverse as the communities we aim to empower[/HEADING] On the Windows …
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How to get new experiences for Windows 11
by Guest John Cable- 0 replies
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Today, Pavan Davuluri announced the latest Copilot+ PC innovation and the availability of the Windows 11 2024 Update. We are excited to continue to bring the power of AI and new experiences to Windows 11 and enhance what you can achieve using Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11. In this blog, I’ll share more information on the coming availability of new features and apps for Copilot+ PCs, details on how to get the Windows 11 2024 Update and details for commercial and education customers. [HEADING=2]Coming availability of the newest AI experiences for Copilot+ PCs[/HEADING] We continue to introduce new AI features that light up more natural and conversational engagement with you…
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How to get the latest Windows 11 innovations
by Guest John Cable, Vice President, Program Management- 0 replies
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Today, Yusuf Mehdi announced the latest Windows 11 innovations that bring the power of AI to enhance what you can achieve using your PC, plus many new features and experiences ranging from accessibility to security. Windows is a tool that more than a billion people around the world use to connect, learn, play and work. In this blog I’ll share how to get the new Windows 11 features, details on our approach to availability and further Windows roadmap information. [HEADING=1]How to get the latest innovations[/HEADING] We are committed to delivering continuous innovation to Windows 11 to provide you with the best experiences, when new features are ready, via our familiar p…
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How to get the Windows 10 2022 Update
by Guest John Cable, Vice President, Program Management- 0 replies
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We know the important role your PC plays every day for hybrid work, learning, entertainment and gaming, and we are committed to supporting our customers using Windows 10. Today, we are announcing the availability of the Windows 10 2022 Update (also known as Windows 10, version 22H2). Based on customer feedback we are providing a limited scope of new features and functionality delivered via a familiar, fast and reliable update experience. Version 22H2 will continue the recent Windows 10 feature update trend of being delivered in an optimized way using servicing technology. [HEADING=1]A scoped and streamlined update[/HEADING] Windows 10, version 22H2 is a scoped release f…
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How to get the Windows 10 November 2021 Update
by Guest John Cable, Vice President, Program Management- 0 replies
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Today marks the beginning of the Windows 10 November 2021 Update availability. We continue to listen to customer feedback to adapt Windows to meet your needs as part of our ongoing support for Windows 10, and have scoped the November 2021 Update to focus on productivity, management and security. Today, I’m sharing how we will deliver the November 2021 Update, how to get it, details on the revised Windows 10 update release cadence including the new Windows 10 Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) edition, and some positive news on the pace of the Windows 11 rollout. [HEADING=2]Our approach to update availability and rollout[/HEADING] Hybrid and remote environments for worki…
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How to get the Windows 11 2022 Update
by Guest John Cable, Vice President, Program Management- 0 replies
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Today, Panos Panay announced the release and availability of the Windows 11 2022 Update, the latest version of Windows 11. Windows is a key component of how more than a billion people connect, learn, play and work. In this blog I’ll share how to get the 2022 Update (also known as Windows 11, version 22H21), details on our approach to delivering continuous innovation including improvements to the update experience, and information for commercial and education customers. [HEADING=1]How to get the update[/HEADING] Starting today, the first major update to Windows 11 is now available for users who want to update. Our launch approach to Windows 11 leverages our well-establis…
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How to get the Windows 11 2023 Update
by Guest John Cable, Vice President, Program Management- 0 replies
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Today, we are announcing the availability of the Windows 11 2023 Update (also known as Windows 11, version 23H2). We are providing a limited scope of new features and functionality delivered via a familiar, fast and reliable update experience. Version 23H2 will continue the recent Windows feature update trend of being delivered in an optimized way using servicing technology. Windows is an essential way for more than a billion people to connect, learn, play and work. Today I’ll share details on version 23H2, explain how to get it, and provide information for commercial and education customers. [HEADING=2]A streamlined update[/HEADING] Windows 11, version 23H2 is a scoped…
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How to prepare for Windows 10 end of support by moving to Windows 11 today
by Guest Yusuf Mehdi, Executive Vice President, Consumer- 0 replies
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As we approach the end of support for Windows 10 on Oct. 14, 20251, we want to ensure you are well-prepared for the transition to Windows 11. This milestone marks an important step in our mission to provide the most modern and secure computing experience possible for everyone whether at work, school, or home, and our commitment to continually improving Windows security as part of Microsoft’s Secure Future Initiative (SFI). We are incredibly grateful for your loyalty and passion for Windows 10, and we are working hard to make it easy to move to Windows 11. This blog post is intended to help you prepare for Windows 10 end of support by outlining considerations for moving to…
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How to unlock new experiences on your Copilot+ PC
by Guest Nicci Trovinger- 0 replies
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Copilot+ PCs are our fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever and are generally available beginning today, June 18. Today, we’re excited to share more information about our new advanced AI experiences that enable you to do things you can’t on any other PC, helping you be more productive, creative and communicate more effectively. These experiences are only available on new Copilot+ PCs. [HEADING=1]Cocreator [/HEADING] [embed] ]View: https://youtu.be/c0AbNwlDgno[/embed] Everyone has an imagination and the ability to be an artist. Now, with Cocreator you can enter a text prompt and start drawing on the Paint canvas, and Cocreator will generate beautiful artwork base…
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How Windows speech-to-text and other tools can help address educational inequity
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Graham, a 12-year-old boy who lives in Kansas, has a neurological condition that renders him unable to read or write. But, thanks to Windows speech-to-text, Immersive Reader and other tools, he’s been able to look forward to the future. He now aces book reports and makes business cards for his lawn-mowing service thanks to those tools. He dreams of being a doctor. Features like these can help address inequity in schools, empowering students like Graham to find their voices and be game changers. See the video below. To learn more about Graham and some of the ways teachers are using technology to help address inequity in the classroom, visit Microsoft Stories. Con…
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Howl of the Wild map comes to Minecraft as part of new year’s celebration
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Minecraft's New Year's celebration continues with the introduction of the free Howl of the Wild map. The latest map from Mithey, "Howl of the Wild transforms you into a lone wolf, navigating through a magical forest filled with puzzles to solve, areas to explore and unlikely companions to team up with," says Sofia Dankis in a post on Minecraft.net. "This ambient adventure challenges you to collect, explore and solve problems creatively while you take in the beautiful views." Head over to Minecraft.net to find out more, download the new map and check out Dankis' interview with Mithey. Continue reading...
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HP announces its first EliteBook X in commercial lineup and first 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC: OmniBook Ultra Flip
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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At the 2024 HP Imagine event, HP announced its newest innovations, including its first 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC and the first EliteBook X in HP’s commercial PC lineup, also a Copilot+ PC. They will support Copilot+ PC experiences when available from Microsoft*. Copilot+ PCs are the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever. Users can accelerate their productivity and creativity with new AI experiences like Live Captions with translation, empowering them to communicate across languages with friends and family, or Cocreator in Paint inspiring people’s creativity to help bring their ideas to life. Copilot+ PCs also offer unmatched performance and battery life, and the highest st…
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HP launches hybrid-ready Windows 11 PCs and its most thermally advanced gaming laptop
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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If you’re looking for a Windows 11 PC built for working in a hybrid environment, check out the new HP Spectre x360 13.5-inch 2-in-1 laptop. HP also launched its most thermally advanced gaming laptop ever with the OMEN 16 and debuted its first Victus 15 Laptop for emerging gamers. The HP Spectre x360 PC has the latest in audio and visual advancements, as well as a touch display that will be familiar to smartphone users. When your Windows 11 PC comes with a touchscreen, you’ll be able to take notes or sketch with an optional digital pen and use multi-finger gestures, pinch-to-zoom, double tap, and press and hold for quicker navigation – and to create and easily manipulate d…
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HP’s Pavilion Plus 16 is that portfolio’s first 16-inch Windows 11 laptop
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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HP has introduced its first 16-inch Pavilion Plus laptop, which is expected to be available in October. This is the latest addition to the Pavilion Plus line, designed to drive creative content creation and collaboration on-the-go, with Windows 11 and the latest processors from Intel and AMD. Log in quickly with Windows Hello face recognition using the 5MP camera, while the dual array mic ensures your voice comes through loud and clear for meetings. The updated 2023 Pavilion Plus portfolio also incorporates sustainability in its design, using 20% post-consumer recycled plastics and 50% recycled metal. The Pavilion Plus 16 introduces a 16-inch 2.5K WQXGA display in an Int…
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Iconic franchises celebrate milestone birthdays with 6 weeks of content releases, activities and game discounts
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Starting Oct. 4, five iconic franchises celebrate milestone birthdays with six weeks of new content releases, community activities and game discounts. "From Microsoft Flight Simulator to Forza Horizon, each of these genre-defining franchises has taken us around the world or immersed us in the nuclear wasteland," writes Xbox Wire's Mike Nelson. "We’ve captured major activities from each franchise so new and old fans can celebrate with us." Head over to Xbox Wire and jump to each section for what's in store for Fallout's 25th anniversary, Forza Horizon's 10th anniversary, Dishonored's 10th anniversary, Age of Empires' 25th anniversary and Microsoft Flight Simulator's 40th A…
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If you’re holiday shopping for Windows 11 PCs, check out these laptops
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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As we head into the height of the holiday season, you might be in search of a new Windows 11 PC as a gift for your loved ones – or even for yourself. Luckily, there’s plenty of choices out there for you, but we’ve curated a few to give you a jump start on your shopping, with devices aimed at delivering the best ways to work and play wherever you are. And once you have it, you’ll find plenty you can do with it thanks to the most recent update on the operating system, such as snap layouts, Focus sessions and Clipchamp. (We made a cheat sheet of tips for you if you need help making the most out of Windows 11.) The Acer Aspire 3 is a budget-friendly laptop series powered by…
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IFA 2022: ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED with Windows 11 now available to order
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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At IFA 2022, ASUS shared the availability to order its 17.3-inch foldable OLED Intel Evo-certified laptop, a 2-in-1 Windows 11 PC, the ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED. It’s a device that aims to satisfy both work and downtime needs anytime, anywhere, with its versatility, power and security. Its design enables it to have two sizes of OLED display in one PC. It has a large 17.3-inch 2.5K touchscreen that folds in the middle to create two seamless 12.5-inch 1920 by 1280 displays. When it’s fully folded and closed along its 180-degree hinge, it's a 12.5-inch device. It comes with a full-size ErgoSense Bluetooth keyboard and touchpad that adds to the many ways it can be used – in …