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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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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22518
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22518 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]TL;DR[/HEADING] This build will not be offered to ARM64 PCs due to an issue that causes these devices to rollback when attempting to update to this build. We’re working on a fix. This build has several new features for Windows Insiders to try out including Spotlight collection backgrounds, an updated entry point for Widgets with weather, and voice access. We’re making it easier to install WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) from the Microsoft Store. This build includes some general changes including updates to the input switcher. We also have a good se…
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Redesigned Notepad for Windows 11 begins rolling out to Windows Insiders
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are beginning to roll out the redesigned Notepad for Windows 11 to all Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. We are very excited to introduce to all of you the redesigned Notepad for Windows 11, which includes a number of changes we think the community will enjoy! First, you will notice a completely updated UI that aligns with the new visual design of Windows 11, including rounded corners, Mica, and more. We know how important Notepad is to so many of your daily workflows, so we designed this modern spin on the classic app to feel fresh, but familiar. [caption id=attachment_175424" align="alignnone" width="785] The redesigned Notepad for W…
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Cloud Site List Management experience for IE mode in Microsoft Edge now generally available
by Guest Microsoft Edge Team- 0 replies
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With a little over 6 months left until the Internet Explorer 11 (IE11) desktop application retires on June 15, 2022, customers around the world like you are making the transition from the legacy IE11 browser to the more modern and secure Microsoft Edge browser with Internet Explorer (IE) mode. Microsoft Edge gives your organizations—and importantly, your users—a dual engine advantage that supports both legacy and modern websites. In fact, Microsoft Edge is the only browser that offers built-in support for legacy Internet Explorer-based websites and applications. To help with the transition—and to help manage IE mode moving forward—we’ve been hard at work on new ways to…
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Sea of Thieves Season 5 now available
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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The latest season of Sea of Thieves includes a suite of new tools, features and updates. In Season Five, you can bury your own treasure and light up the sky with fireworks. You’ll also find new ways to immerse yourself in this world, new events and seasonal rewards. Get all the details over at SeaofThieves.com. Continue reading...
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Mexico Civilization comes to Age of Empires III
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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The latest release of Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition for PC has just arrived, bringing with it new downloadable content, Mexico Civilization, which includes the “Grito de Dolores” historical battle. Also included are unlockable U.S. and Mexico Explorer skins, six new U.S. cards, a new mod rating system and lots of AI improvements. Head over to AgeOfEmpires.com for all the details. Continue reading...
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22509
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22509 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]TL;DR[/HEADING] This build includes a set of improvements that make browsing the web in Microsoft Edge with Narrator easier. This build includes a good set of improvements including new layout options for Start, clock and date will now show on secondary monitors, and Settings changes. [HEADING=1]What’s new in Build 22509[/HEADING] [HEADING=2]Browsing the web in Microsoft Edge with Narrator is now easier[/HEADING] We have been working on a collection of improvements to web browsing with Microsoft Edge and Narrator. Specifically, typing in edit field…
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November recap includes Game Pass for PC launches, a special offer and performance prediction
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Another busy month has passed for PC gaming at Xbox. More Xbox Game Studio releases came out on day one through Game Pass for PC, including Forza Horizon 5, Halo Infinite Multiplayer Beta and Football Manager 22. And if you haven’t tried Game Pass for PC yet, you can get the first three months for $1. Finally, Xbox Insiders can find out how to predict how well a game will run on their PCs. Head over to Xbox Wire for a quick recap of anything you might have missed. Continue reading...
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Paint app for Windows 11 update for Windows Insiders brings updated dialogs and more
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are beginning to roll out an update to the Paint app for Windows 11 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. This update includes a good set of changes and improvements we think the community will enjoy! We have updated the “Edit Color”, “Resize and Skew”, and other dialogs to match the style of the new Windows 11 design and fit in with the new Paint app backdrop. [caption id=attachment_175408" align="alignnone" width="2473] New Edit Color Dialog in Paint.[/caption] [caption id=attachment_175409" align="alignnone" width="2206] New Resize and Skew Dialog in Paint.[/caption] We’ve made additional fixes in this release as well: Shift-click o…
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Caves & Cliffs: Part II update now available
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Caves & Cliffs Update: Part II is now available on Minecraft: Bedrock Edition on Windows 10, Windows 11, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and more. There's a lot to explore in Part II. The Overworld gets new terrain generation, an increased world height, dripstone caves, lush caves, larger ore veins and candles. For all the details, head over to Minecraft.net. Continue reading...
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Windows 11 Tips: Get help with holiday shopping thanks to features built into Microsoft Edge
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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If you’re shopping for the holidays and you have Windows 11, you have some great tools at hand to help from getting overwhelmed. Through Microsoft Edge – the personal shopping assistance you always wanted – you can more easily find what you’re looking for, compare prices [1], apply coupons [2] and end up with savings that could add up significantly. The browser’s latest features can also keep your information safer online and help you spend with confidence. Organize links to product pages into Collections to make it easier to shop for certain people or projects (like redecorating a bedroom). Plus now, Microsoft Edge is taking a more proactive approach, by automatically k…
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Block Friday Sale now underway in Minecraft Marketplace
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Between now and 10 a.m. PT on Nov. 30, the Minecraft Marketplace is holding its annual Block Friday Sale. Each day three items will be marked down by 75%, so it will pay off to check in regularly throughout the week. And while you’re there, pick up the free Cozy Animals skin pack by 57digital. Head over to Minecraft.net to find out more. Continue reading...
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Full-time food and travel vlogger hopes others can learn from her journey
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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In the few years since TJ Lee left everything behind to travel the world – and share her adventures with an ever-growing number of online fans – with only a carry-on suitcase and a backpack, she’s learned a lot. The first year she worked entirely remotely and took on all sorts of freelance gigs to make money: social media management, photo headshots and building websites. But she spent days working on videos – only to be disappointed in the number of views they got. She’d get free products and experiences in exchange for making videos about them – but they’d end up taking much more time than the value of the things she got. Then, by more trial and error, she realized she …
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Express yourself with new emoji now available in Windows 11
by Guest Judy Safran-Aasen, Program Manager, Windows- 0 replies
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Today, new emoji are starting to become generally available in Windows 11. As our PCs continue to play a central role in our lives enabling us to connect with one another, using emoji in conversation brings personality and personal expression to our messages. Emoji has become more common across various forms of communication where many of us are working, learning and connecting remotely and want to bring friendliness and human touch to our conversations. These new Fluent style emoji being released in Windows 11 today feel personal and familiar, two of our Windows 11 design principles. A team of emoji designers, program managers, font experts and developers focused on crea…
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Sea of Thieves Feast of Bounty event underway through Nov. 29
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Ahoy Sea of Thieves fans: In this time of year for giving thanks, come together with your fellow pirates for the Feast of Bounty, a cornucopia of activities first to prepare for the feast, then to celebrate it heartily. The Preparation phase began Nov. 22, with pirates completing challenges such as cooking meat and collecting the Feast of Bounty Flag to ready themselves for the upcoming revelry. Then it'll be time to party, with the Celebration phase kicking off Nov. 25 and running until Nov. 29, with a new set of challenges to help all pirates enjoy the feast as much as possible. Head over to SeaOfThieves.com for the details and to get started. Continue reading...
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Releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.348 to Beta and Release Preview Channels
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.348 (KB5007262)to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. This update includes all the improvements previously noted here plus this additional fix: We fixed a known issue that might prevent apps, such as Kaspersky apps, from opening after you attempt to repair or update the apps using the Microsoft Installer (MSI). Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team Continue reading...
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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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Releasing Windows 10 Build 19044.1381 / 19043.1381 to Release Preview Channel
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Build 19044.1381 (21H2) / Build 19044.1381 (21H1) (KB5007253) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. This update includes all the improvements previously noted here plus this additional fix: We fixed an issue that might affect devices that use Windows Hello for Business and are joined to Azure Active Directory (AD). These devices might experience issues when they access on-premises resources, such as file shares or websites. To check and see which version of Windows 10 you’re running, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2” or “Vers…
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Free Microsoft Flight Simulator Game of the Year Edition update becomes available
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Available starting Thursday, the Microsoft Flight Simulator Game of the Year Edition is a free update for existing players on PC and Xbox Series X|S. The update includes five new handcrafted aircraft, eight new airports, six new Discovery Flights and updated weather systems. It incorporates all six World Updates. Head over to Xbox Wire to dive deeper into what you can expect when you update the simulator. If you don’t yet have the game, you can buy the Microsoft Flight Simulator Game of the Year Edition, a great entry point to flight simming. Continue reading...
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Get your holiday shopping done with the best browser for shopping
by Guest Liat Ben-Zur, Corporate Vice President- 0 replies
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This year truly has felt like it’s flown by. I cannot believe we’re only six weeks away from the end of the year. Even crazier that come January, it will be two years since we launched Microsoft Edge. As our two-year anniversary approaches, I am excited to share with you how we continue to make Microsoft Edge the browser that puts you and your loved ones first. One area we’ve been focused on is making your shopping experience fast and seamless. A year ago, we announced our built-in autofill coupons feature and proactive price comparisons in certain countries to help you save time and money while shopping online. We’ve also continued to add to our suite of shopping feature…
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Caves & Cliffs: Part II coming Nov. 30
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Caves & Cliffs fans take note: Part II is coming Nov. 30. The update provides a makeover to the mountains and caves you know and love, with updated terrain generation, higher peaks, more elaborate cave systems and larger ore veins. And for those of you who find caves somewhat dark, the update brings candles for everyone. Caves & Cliffs Update: Part II will be available on Minecraft: Bedrock Edition on Windows 10, Windows 11, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and more. For all the details, head over to Minecraft.net. Continue reading...
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22504
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22504 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]TL;DR[/HEADING] We’ve expanded the 13 themes for the touch keyboard to other input experiences, including IMEs, the emoji panel, and voice typing. We have also added the ability for personalized combinations of emoji based on face and skin tones of family members, couples with heart, kissing, and people holding hands. Both experiences are beginning to roll out to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel starting with this build. We’re beginning to roll out the new design of the Your Phone app on Windows 11 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel first – detai…
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For family, friends, fun and getting things done: Shop the season’s Windows 11 devices
by Guest Nicole Dezen, CVP of Device Partner Sales- 0 replies
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The holiday season is a time for deeper connection with family and friends—something we’ve come to appreciate even more with the challenges of the past two years. I’m inspired by the resilience of humanity and by the incredible spirit of innovation that’s enabled us to find new ways of being, doing, connecting and enjoying the company of others, at work and play, in person and virtually. I’m also grateful. Grateful to work in this world of technology innovation every day. Grateful for the brilliant team who reimagined an elegantly simple, yet powerful, Windows 11 that delivers experiences people love. Grateful for our ecosystem of partners who are creating amazing new dev…
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Age of Empires IV roadmap lays out what’s next
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Age of Empires IV became available on Oct. 28, and the first patch for it officially released earlier this week. So what’s next? The game’s developers at World’s Edge and Relic Entertainment released a roadmap on Wednesday providing a quick glimpse at some of their plans for Winter 2021 and Spring 2022, as well as some feature requests the team is tracking based on your feedback. Head over to Xbox Wire to see what's coming. And turning from the future to today, be sure to check out Xbox Wire’s collection of tips to help get your Age of Empires IV army up to speed. Continue reading...
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Survey unwraps what moms really want this holiday season
by Guest Microsoft Store Team- 0 replies
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[HEADING=1]Eighty-eight percent of millennial moms would prefer to have more quality time with family and friends this holiday season than to spend time shopping for gifts[/HEADING] This year, Microsoft Store is on a mission to minimize holiday planning stress for moms so they can be more present for what matters—spending time with family and friends. To better understand and learn how to offer support, Microsoft Store commissioned a survey of 1,000 millennial moms in partnership with Wakefield Research* to find out what moms really want this holiday season. The results put a spotlight on mom’s holiday “mental load.” Read on to learn more about the survey and how Micros…