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Journey to the irradiated remnants of Pittsburgh in Fallout 76: The Pitt
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Fallout 76’s Expeditions update is here, inviting players to go beyond the borders of post-nuclear Appalachia and explore new territory. "Go on a journey to The Pitt, a city built upon the irradiated remnants of Pittsburgh that players first encountered in 2009 as downloadable content for Fallout 3," writes Parker Wilhelm, PR and marketing content manager for Bethesda Softworks. "Battle vicious Trogs and other hazards as you navigate violent tensions between the local union faction and the wild fanatics that besiege them." The launch of Expeditions also includes an all-new season for players to dive into. Rack up S.C.O.R.E. and unlock Pitt-themed cosmetics, currency and m…
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Developers, meet Microsoft Store Ads
by Guest Zahara Kondo- 0 replies
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[HEADING=2]Reach the right customers at the right time with your games and apps[/HEADING] Content is at the heart of the Windows PC experience. Consumers typically visit the Microsoft Store to learn more about a wide variety of PC apps or games, from productivity apps that accelerate work to creativity apps that empower innovation, games that incentivize connection, and more. Because most consumers live a multi-screen life—moving from smartphones to PCs and back again—the lines between “mobile” and “desktop” have blurred. In turn, the behaviors consumers are accustomed to on mobile are transferable to the way people expect apps on PCs to look, feel, and function. Develop…
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Releasing Windows 11, version 23H2 to the Release Preview Channel
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today we are making Windows 11, version 23H2 Build 22631 (Windows 11 2023 Update) available in the Release Preview Channel for Windows Insider Program for Business participants to validate on devices in their organizations. This update is delivered as an enablement package as we shared back in July and will be released in the fourth quarter of 2023. This new update will have the same servicing branch and code base as Windows 11, version 22H2 and will be cumulative with all the newly announced features including Copilot in Windows (in preview)** plus additional changes such as: Chat is now Microsoft Teams (free). Microsoft Teams (free) is pinned b…
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Collaborating with the Office Performance team for better web performance tools
by Guest Microsoft Edge Team- 0 replies
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On the Microsoft Edge team, we spend a lot of time working with product teams across Microsoft to support them in building great web experiences, and jointly raising the bar for how these apps perform for everyone, whatever device they may use. In this post, we’ll review some new DevTools capabilities we have recently built in partnership with the Office Performance team, which enable concrete performance improvements in production web experiences. There are many ways to measure the complexity of a web app and its code base, but when it comes to performance, the following indicators tend to play an important role: The number of nodes in the DOM tree. The number of styl…
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Is your IT team making trade-offs to support the new world of flexible work?
by Guest Melissa Grant, Senior Director, Product- 0 replies
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In the last few years, we’ve witnessed a significant shift in how IT decision makers support their organizations. With the rapid acceleration of distributed workforces, companies are dealing with a matrix of vendors and point solutions born out of necessity. But the need to improve security, provide employees with flexibility in device choice while keeping them productive, and get employees up and running more quickly to accelerate time to value is driving vendor consolidation with the goal of reducing costs and complexity. Companies looking for integrated, flexible work solutions don’t need to make trade-offs: the right solution brings value to employees by giving them c…
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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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Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.1631 to the Release Preview Channel
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.1631 (KB5025305) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements: [ADDED] New! This update adds a new toggle control on the Settings > Windows Update page. When you turn it on, your device will opt in to receive future non-security updates as soon as they are available. For commercial customers, the toggle is disabled by default. New! This update changes firewall settings. You can now configure application group rules. New! This update adds animations to a few icons on the Widgets taskbar button. These animation…
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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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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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Get to know Windows 11 Widgets with these 11 faves
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Widgets, new with Windows 11, aim to make your life easier by focusing on what you want to know. They help you zero in on what’s going on in your life and in the world, at a glance. The Windows Resource Center has picked 11 example Widgets to show you their power and versatility. They include Calendar, Entertainment, Sports, Traffic and more. Head over to the post to check them all out. Continue reading...
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Xbox gets hands-on with ROG Ally, which goes portable with Windows 11 and Game Pass
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Introduced last month and launching May 11, the ROG Ally is a portable Windows 11 gaming device that’s getting a lot of buzz. Xbox’s Jeff Rubenstein took it for a spin and re-discovered “that childlike wonder” of playing games anywhere. In a post on Xbox Wire, Rubenstein focuses on Game Pass and how the Ally differentiates itself from other handheld gaming devices: by running the full version of Windows 11. “As soon as I signed in, the ROG Ally seamlessly detected that I’m a Game Pass Ultimate member, and even automatically connected to my home Wi-Fi – it’s the little things! Of course, it’s the big things too, like access to all the games I’ve previously purchased from t…
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Shop now! Microsoft Store back-to-school tech deals are here
by Guest Microsoft Store Team- 0 replies
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Back-to-school season is here! Parents and students are welcoming a new school year, new classes, new workloads and most importantly – new supply lists! It can feel daunting to select the perfect device to set students up for success in the classroom and beyond. Microsoft Store is here to help with free personal shopping appointments and device setup with product experts and steep back-to-school savings running July 11-Sept. 10 on select Surface products. To help you shop with confidence, Microsoft Store purchases are supported by a 60-day return window and a low-price promise***. Microsoft Store’s top back-to-school deals and savings include: [HEADING=1]Great deals on S…
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Lenovo updates smart solutions with Microsoft Teams display and Windows-based collaboration bar
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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At Information Systems Europe 2023 in Barcelona, Lenovo revealed a new solution aimed at helping people collaborate better at home and in the office: ThinkSmart View Plus. Powered by the Qualcomm QCS8265 chipset, this integrated device runs Microsoft Teams as a standalone 27-inch multi-touch display with premium video, audio and whiteboarding features. With Microsoft Teams Display, users can access a secure and flexible Microsoft Teams experience, which provides access to Teams chat, calendar and files. With this feature, they can join meetings through the device and screenshare between their PC and the ThinkSmart View Plus to simultaneously look at content and presenter…
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Sea of Thieves fans: Toast the passing of another year with Grogmanay
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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From Dec. 27 to Jan. 11, Sea of Thieves players can grab a grog (OK, three) and unlock unique cosmetics and more as part of Grogmanay. "For this year’s event, the Bilge Rats want the cheer to flow liberally so they’re offering rewards to pirates who complete Challenges while sufficiently lubricated with grog," says a post on SeaOfThieves.com. "Larinna’s also got a special Voyage leading to a cache of Bilge Rat-inspired fireworks – talk about capping things off with a bang!" Head over to SeaOfThieves.com to find out how it all works. Continue reading...
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Gaming creators with disabilities connect and learn through Xbox pilot program
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Bee Poshek found community as a full-time streamer and content creator after the pandemic disrupted a completely different career path. “As an educator, one of my favorite aspects of teaching was kind of stripped out from under me – not getting to see students in person,” says Poshek, who was working at a university in Wisconsin. “I didn’t get to connect with them in that way or have deeper conversations. I also felt like students were going through some of the hardest things that I’d ever seen them go through and the systems in place were not giving me the tools I needed to really be able to help them.” Poshek, who uses they/them pronouns, burned out. Their disabil…
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Update to Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 (April 2023)
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Today we are shipping an update (2303.40000.3.0) for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels. This update will improve reliability, security and enable picture-in-picture (PIP). [HEADING=1]Picture-in-picture[/HEADING] For apps that use the Android PIP feature, the subsystem now supports this behavior. With the flexibility of having apps in windowed mode and all of the great Windows resize and snap features, this makes multitasking within Android apps even easier. [HEADING=1]What's New[/HEADING] Picture-in-picture mode supported A new "Partially running" system setting added to WSA Settings app, which runs the subsystem with minim…
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Update to Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 (October 2022)
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to the Windows Insider Dev and Beta Channels. This update (2209.40000.26.0) will improve security, camera, general reliability, and performance. [HEADING=1]What’s New[/HEADING] Improvements to the Camera HAL Improvements to clipboard stability Improvements to multi-threaded (>8 core) performance Improved security for graphic streaming Reliability improvements for package launches Security updates for ANGLE and GSK Annotated telemetry with package installation sources Window with legal information has been fixed Security updates to the Linux kernel Enhanc…
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Free Character Creator items now available for fashion-conscious Minecrafters
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Hey Minecraft fans: are you in the mood for a pink blouse, chain bracelets and creeper face mask? Or maybe a ragged scarf and brown boots? You’re in luck; different tops, bottoms, outerwear, gloves, accessories and footwear are now available for you to mix and match thanks to a slew of free Items that just dropped in the Character Creator dressing room. Head over to Mincraft.net to find out how to get your virtual hands on the new items. Continue reading...
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The Magic Kingdom comes to Minecraft
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, the Magic Kingdom has come to Minecraft. Just like the real park in Orlando, Florida, the Minecraft x Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Adventure DLC map is large and varied. Filled to the brim with familiar Disney and Pixar faces, iconic attractions and magical scenery, the map includes fan-favorite attractions like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Space Mountain and more. For all the details and images, head over to Minecraft.net. Continue reading...
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Releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.2243 to the Release Preview Channel
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.2243 (KB5028245) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release). This update includes the following improvements: New! This update affects the Handwriting Software Input Panel (SIP), the Handwriting Engine, and the Handwriting Embedded Inking Control. They now support GB18030-2022 conformance level 2. Because of this, they meet the level 3 requirements. [ADDED] This update addresses an issue that might affect Win32 and Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps. They might close when devices enter Modern Standby. Modern Standby is an expansion of the Connected Standby power m…
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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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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23521
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23521 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]What’s new in Build 23521[/HEADING] [HEADING=1]Changes and Improvements[/HEADING] [HEADING=2][Windows 365][/HEADING] Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels can participate in the public preview of Windows 365 Switch. Windows 365 Switch provides the ability to easily move between a Windows 365 Cloud PC and the local desktop using the same familiar keyboard commands, as well as a mouse-click or a swipe gesture through Task View on the Windows 11 taskbar. Please read this blog post for all the details on how to participate. [caption id=attachmen…
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Intense rhythm FPS Metal: Hellsinger now available on Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Series X|S
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Get ready to take on the fiercest domains and demons in rhythm first person shooter Metal: Hellsinger, launching now with Xbox Game Pass and on Xbox Series X|S. "In Metal: Hellsinger you embark on an infernal journey of revenge through the eight Hells," writes Fucom's Marcus Hansson in a post on Xbox Wire. "The higher your multiplier, the more intense the music becomes and the more damage you deal, and at maximum fury, the vocals kick in for the full metal experience." Head over to Xbox Wire for all the details. Continue reading...
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Releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.1279 to the Release Preview Channel
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.1279 (KB5019157) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release). This update includes the following improvements: New! We provided the Quick Assist application for your client device. We fixed some persistent update failures for the Microsoft Store. We fixed an issue that affected some devices that are managed by an enterprise. It improved the reliability of app installations for them. We fixed an issue that affected Unified Update Platform (UUP) on-premises customers. It removed the block that stops them from getting offline language packs. We fixed an is…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23555 (Dev Channel)
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23555 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]Fixes[/HEADING] [HEADING=2][Copilot][/HEADING] Fixed an issue that was causing explorer.exe to crash when trying to open Copilot from the taskbar. [HEADING=2][Narrator][/HEADING] Fixed an issue that was preventing you from previewing Narrator natural voices in Settings. Fixed an issue that prevented Narrator from reading the time stamp on Start's recommended items correctly. [HEADING=2][Task Manager][/HEADING] Fixed an issue which was causing a Task Manager crash when changing Always on Top mode. NOTE: Some fixes noted here in Insider Prev…