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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25201
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25201 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]TL;DR[/HEADING] We are releasing ISOs for this build – they can be downloaded here. We are beginning to rollout expanded view for Widgets. We’re beginning the roll out to a small set of Insiders in the Dev Channel first so not everyone will see it right away. We are also beginning to roll out an update to the Game Pass widget that supports signing in with your Xbox profile and shows your recently played games from the Game Pass library. [HEADING=1]What’s new[/HEADING] [HEADING=2]Expanded View in Widgets[/HEADING] Need more space in your widgets bo…
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Multi-player votes and in-depth narrative choices set As Dusk Falls apart
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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When As Dusk Falls debuted in July, it culminated eight years of conceptualization and introduced an independent studio. It also showed off a video game in which hundreds of people can play together across platforms – and through their collective choices, create different outcomes for the characters in an interactive crime drama that spans three decades. This is the first game from the INTERIOR/NIGHT studio, headed by Caroline Marchal, its CEO and creative director. “I’m very proud that this is our first game as a studio,” says Marchal, who acts as the showrunner for this specific game. “It’s not often you can make a first impression, and I wanted ours to be bold.” As…
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Sea of Thieves Talk Like a Pirate Day coming Sept. 17
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Sea of Thieves Season Seven Community Day is set to come ashore on Sept. 17. As a Talk Like a Pirate Day special, the event will offer rewards available across the weekend, with in-game and out-of-game surprises for your pirating pleasure. "This latest Community Day will feature a generous Renown boost from the very beginning, speeding up your progress through Season Seven’s 100 levels of earnable rewards," writes Rare's Christina McGrath in a post on Xbox Wire. "But as with our very first Community Day, it’s gold and reputation that will be significantly boosted by our community tweet-along this time. That multiplier will be in your hands as all players work together to …
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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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WebView2 is now Generally Available for WinUI 2 (UWP) apps
by Guest Microsoft Edge Team- 0 replies
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With the recent release of WinUI 2.8, WebView2 is now Generally Available for desktop UWP apps. Support for this platform was a top ask from our WebView2 customers, and we're thrilled to provide a stable platform offering for customers to build and ship production apps for UWP with WebView2. PowerApps is one of the first WinUI 2 apps to use WebView2 in their production app, using WebView2 to power their entire UI experience. PowerApps allows customers to build apps quickly with a drag-and-drop UI and then deploy with one click to many platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, and the web. We are excited to see more apps being built on this platform and moving to a modern…
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Windows Terminal Preview 1.16 Release
by Guest Kayla Cinnamon- 0 replies
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The Windows Terminal team is back with another release for you! This release introduces version 1.16 to Windows Terminal Preview and updates Windows Terminal to version 1.15 with these new features. As always, you can install Windows Terminal and Windows Terminal Preview from the Microsoft Store, from the GitHub releases page, or by using winget. Here’s what’s new: Screenshot from the Windows Terminal launch video [HEADING=1]Theming[/HEADING] We’ve added even more customization possibilities with the introduction of [iCODE]themes[/iCODE]. It could be brown, it could be blue, it could be violet sky… [iCODE]themes[/iCODE] is a global property that can cont…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.598 and 22622.598
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.598 and Build 22622.598 (KB5017390) to the Beta Channel. Build 22622.598 = New features rolling out. Build 22621.598 = New features off by default. As a reminder, Insiders who landed in the group with new features turned off by default (Build 22621.xxxx) can check for updates and choose to install the update that will have features rolling out (Build 22622.xxx). [HEADING=1]Changes and Improvements in Build 22622.598[/HEADING] [HEADING=2][settings][/HEADING] For the time being, you will no longer be able to uninstall apps with inter-dependencies (e.g., Steam and gaming apps runn…
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Play on Motorola’s new Edge smartphones with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Motorola has announced its newest line-up of smartphones: the edge 30 ultra, edge 30 fusion and edge 30 neo. All three provide a new platform for cloud gaming via membership of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, where you can immerse yourself in hundreds of high-quality games, with new ones being added all the time. Take cloud gaming to the next level with 5G and WiFi connectivity, long-lasting battery life and fast charging speeds up to 125W for uninterrupted gaming sessions. Experience your favorite games in full immersion, combining endless-edge displays that deliver ultra-smooth refresh rates up to 144Hz and powerful stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos sound. Edge 30 ultra is th…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25197
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25197 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]TL;DR[/HEADING] We are re-introducing tablet-optimized taskbar and System Tray updates. These changes are beginning to roll out so not all Insiders in the Dev Channel will see these changes right away. We are releasing a couple of app updates to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]What’s new[/HEADING] [HEADING=2]Tablet-optimized taskbar[/HEADING] We’re re-introducing the touch-optimized taskbar that’s designed to make you feel more confident and comfortable using your device as a tablet. Your taskbar will automatically transition to thi…
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Kick off your adventures in Disney Dreamlight Valley
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Gamers can now begin their adventures in Disney Dreamlight Valley if they’re an Xbox Game Pass member or have purchased a Founder’s Pack Edition for Windows PC, Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S. "Whether you’re bringing your own personal magic to the Valley or exploring the Realms of some of your favorite Disney and Pixar characters, you’ll have no shortage of things to see in this dream world," writes Gameloft Lead Producer Manea Castet in a post on Xbox Wire. "Over the course of our Early Access period, you can expect there to be multiple free updates which will add new characters and customization items, as well as new locales and stories to immerse yourself in. Of course, …
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25193
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25193 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]TL;DR[/HEADING] We’re beginning to roll out Xbox subscription management in Settings to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. Details below. This build includes another good set of fixes to improve the overall experience for Windows Insiders. Be sure to watch this month’s Windows Insider webcast featuring the Xbox Game Bar team! [HEADING=1]What’s new[/HEADING] [HEADING=2]Introducing Xbox subscription management in Settings[/HEADING] With this build, we are introducing a new Xbox subscription management experience within Windows 11 Settings app. I…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.590 and 22622.590
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.590 and Build 22622.590 (KB5017846) to the Beta Channel. Build 22622.590 = New features rolling out. Build 22621.590 = New features off by default. As a reminder, Insiders who landed in the group with new features turned off by default (Build 22621.xxxx) can check for updates and choose to install the update that will have features rolling out (Build 22622.xxx). [HEADING=1]Fixes in Build 22622.590[/HEADING] [HEADING=2][General][/HEADING] We fixed the issue causing Control Panel to not launch from the Start menu, Search or if pinned to the taskbar in the previous flight. As a r…
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The new sidebar in Microsoft Edge helps you multitask smarter
by Guest Microsoft Edge Team- 0 replies
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At Microsoft Edge, we’re always thinking of ways to help you make the most of your time online – and often times, this involves multitasking. But, multitasking is hard to do well – you start with writing an email, and then you toggle to another tab to grab a link … and next thing you know, you’ve lost your focus and are buried in a new task. That got us thinking: how can Microsoft Edge help you strike the right balance of focus and function? And today, we’re excited to announce that we’ve introduced the sidebar in Microsoft Edge to help you achieve more without losing your flow. The new sidebar in Microsoft Edge lets you access tools and features side-by-side within your …
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IFA 2022: Lenovo introduces latest 16-inch ThinkPad X1 Fold and new ThinkBook 16p Gen 3
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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If you’ve been curious about foldable Windows 11 PCs, Lenovo’s new ThinkPad X1 Fold provides the screen real estate and viewing experience of a 16-inch laptop that can convert into a sub-13-inch laptop that is light and compact enough to easily carry around and store. There are many modes in which you can enjoy it at its full size: unfold into landscape with a stand, rotate into portrait (for working with long documents, simultaneous social feeds, websites and more) and book mode (for proofreading articles or browsing digital bestsellers). Other modes available on this PC are classic clamshell (aka laptop) and tablet. Regardless of the mode you prefer, Windows 11 will ru…
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Update to Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 (August 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 all Windows Insider channels (U.S. and Japan only). This update (version 2207.40000.8.0) will improve general input issues, networking, windowing, security and reliability including several updates to the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app. [HEADING=1]What’s New[/HEADING] New compatibility shim to allow apps to maintain aspect ratio but still support resize Accessibility improvements to the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app New compatibility shims in the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app Fixed problems with restarting apps Apps that …
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Microsoft joins NOAA’s Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador Initiative to help improve America’s readiness and response to weather events
by Guest Derek Cheng, Vice President of Content Services- 0 replies
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Microsoft announced today that it has joined the Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador initiative with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This initiative is NOAA’s successful, long-running program to formally recognize partners who are improving the United States’ readiness, responsiveness and resilience against extreme weather, water and climate events. Weather by Microsoft Start powers experiences integrated into Microsoft 365, the Microsoft Edge browser and over 1.4 billion Windows devices worldwide. Using industry-leading machine learning and AI, Microsoft combines multiple observational datasets with its proprietary algorithms designed to generate …
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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 …
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Peace Builders featured in Minecraft’s week-long Worlds of Learning event
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Between Aug. 30 and Sept. 6, Minecraft Marketplace is going back to school and celebrating learning with a host of educational treats, including a free map from Minecraft Education and the Nobel Peace Center. "Log in to play the free Peace Builders adventure created through a Minecraft Education partnership with the Nobel Peace Center," writes Sophie Austin in a post on Minecraft.net. "Meet four ground-breaking Nobel Peace Prize laureates: Jody Williams, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, journalist Carl Von Ossietzky and the United Nations Refugee Agency, and help restore peace to your Overworld." Head over to Minecraft.net to find out more. Continue reading...
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New official trailer for Minecraft Legends released at gamescom
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Gamers looking forward to Minecraft Legends, the upcoming action strategy game set to expand the Minecraft universe, have a new trailer to feast their eyes upon. Released at gamescom, the "Fiery Foes" trailer reveals more of what you can expect when you pick up the hero’s banner in the game coming in 2023. Head over to Minecraft.net to watch the trailer and catch up on the world of Minecraft Legends. Continue reading...
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Microsoft Flight Simulator releases first-ever City Update, details for 40th Anniversary Edition
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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To celebrate the return of gamescom, Microsoft Flight Simulator on Thursday released its first-ever City Update, featuring five new photogrammetry German cities: Hanover, Dortmund, Dusseldorf, Bonn and Cologne. The free update can be downloaded now from the in-sim marketplace. The team also revealed details about the upcoming release of its 40th Anniversary Edition. Available for free on Nov. 11 to those who own Microsoft Flight Simulator or Xbox Game Pass members, the edition will feature helicopters and gliders for the first time since 2006. "In addition to the helicopters and gliders, we will introduce another highly-requested community feature: a true-to-life airliner…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25188
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25188 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]TL;DR[/HEADING] We are trying out a new touch keyboard setting in this build and Windows Terminal is now the default terminal. This build includes a good set of fixes to improve the overall experience for Windows Insiders. We’re also releasing another Microsoft Store update starting with Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel – details below. We have added a new known issue for this build where apps that rely on the .NET Framework 3.5 may be broken. If you have apps installed that use the .NET Framework 3.5 and need them to work, you may want to pause fl…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.586 and 22622.586
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.586 and Build 22622.586 (KB5016701) to the Beta Channel. Build 22622.586 = New features rolling out. Build 22621.586 = New features off by default. As a reminder, Insiders who landed in the group with new features turned off by default (Build 22621.xxxx) can check for updates and choose to install the update that will have features rolling out (Build 22622.xxx). [HEADING=1]Fixes in Build 22622.586[/HEADING] [HEADING=2][General][/HEADING] We fixed an issue causing DWM crashes (leading to black flashes or content stuck on the screen) for Insiders on 22622.575. We fixed an issue …
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Pre-orders begin for Pentiment, historical mystery role-playing game coming Nov. 15
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Obsidian Entertainment and the Pentiment team announced on Wednesday that the game will launch Nov. 15 for Windows 10/11 PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Steam, and with Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass. Pre-orders for the game are now open as well as pre-installs being available with Game Pass. "Explore history in the modern time through the style of illuminated manuscripts and early modern woodcuts," writes Mikey Dowling, director of Communications for Obsidian Entertainment, in a post on Xbox Wire. "Pentiment is a narrative-adventure game set in 16th century upper Bavaria in the time of the Holy Roman Empire. You will take on the role of Andreas Maler, a very clever journ…
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Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.457 to the Release Preview Channel
by Guest Shayeri Dhar- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.457 (KB5016695) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2. This non-security update includes quality improvements. Key changes include: New! We enhanced Microsoft Defender for Endpoint’s ability to identify and intercept ransomware and advanced attacks. New! We compressed a file regardless of its size if you have configured Server Message Block (SMB) Compression. New! We improved storage replication that occurs over low bandwidth or congested wide area networks (WAN). New! You can now view the usage history for the following resources from the Settings page: Camera M…
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QuakeCon 2022: Big savings, id Software and Bethesda PC classics
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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QuakeCon 2022 kicks off this week, and in addition to a host of fun livestreams on Twitch.tv/Bethesda, you can join over 20 million players, save big on select Bethesda favorites in the QuakeCon sale collection in Microsoft Store through Sept. 22, and check out classic games just added to PC Game Pass and Microsoft Store. Today, PC Game Pass and the Microsoft Store get more classic, with the addition of more than 10 PC games that set the standard for today’s most exceptional FPS and RPG titles, including Return to Castle Wolfenstein, Quake 4, The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard and more. Check out these games and more in the Bethesda Softworks Collection. Head over to …