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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 Terminal is now the Default in Windows 11
by Guest Kayla Cinnamon- 0 replies
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The day has finally come! Windows Terminal is now the default command line experience on Windows 11 22H2! This means that all command line applications will now automatically open in Windows Terminal. This blog post will go into how this setting is enabled, the journey of Windows Terminal along with its fan-favorite features, as well as give a huge thank you to our contributors who have helped throughout Terminal’s journey. In order for this behavior to take effect, you’ll need to be running Windows Terminal version 1.15 or greater. [HEADING=1]Default terminal setting[/HEADING] The setting for the default terminal is on the Privacy & security > For develo…
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The World Warrior skin pack lands in Minecraft Marketplace
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Beginning Feb. 18, Minecraft players can get the new World Warrior skin pack from the Minecraft Marketplace. “This incredible new pack from 57Digital and Capcom brings 35 of your favorite fighting characters like Ryu, Ken and Chun-Li from the arcade to the Overworld and celebrates a tale of fierce feuds and formidable foes,” writes Sophie Austin in a post on Minecraft.net. “These familiar faces have been on our screens even longer than Steve and Alex, and now you can play as one of them (or all 35!) in Minecraft.” As part of celebrating Capcom’s classic fighters, one free Character Creator item will be available for you to claim plus 12 paid character creator items so you…
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OneAPI/L0, OpenVINO and OpenCL coming to the Windows Subsystem for Linux for Intel GPUs
by Guest Steve Pronovost- 0 replies
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We are happy to announce, that in partnership with Intel, we are bringing support for hardware accelerated OneAPI/L0, OpenVINO and OpenCL on Intel GPUs to the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). Support for these APIs in WSL further increases the choices of compute APIs available to developers and ensures the best performance and functionality can be achieved on Intel GPU platforms. These enable Windows developers targeting applications or containers running on Linux to develop and test their workload locally on their Windows PC at near native performance using the tools and APIs they are used to. Hardware acceleration for these APIs is available for both Windows 11 …
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Reimagining the apps included with Windows 11
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Inbox apps are essential to the overall Windows experience, and we know how important these apps are to so many of your daily workflows. Over the past several months, we’ve updated many of these apps to match the new design of Windows 11 while also introducing exciting new features based on your feedback. We continue to be inspired by the ideas and feedback from the Windows Insider community and all of our customers and are committed to bringing even more new app experiences in future updates. Today, we wanted to take a moment to revisit some of these new app experiences together as well as introduce another updated app to Windows Insiders—the all-new Sound Recorder. …
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Microsoft Flight Simulator turns 40, introduces free Halo Infinite Pelican add-on
by Guest Steve Clarke, Editor- 0 replies
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Microsoft Flight Simulator, the longest-running game franchise at Microsoft, announced on Sunday its plans to celebrate its 40th anniversary this November. “With more players than ever enjoying the incredibly detailed aircraft and authentic representation of our planet, Microsoft Flight Simulator forged new territory with versions now available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and mobile devices via Xbox Cloud Gaming,” writes Jorg Neumann, Head of Microsoft Flight Simulator, on Xbox Wire. “The 40th Anniversary Edition, a completely free offering for those who already own Microsoft Flight Simulator or play it via Xbox Game Pass, is a comprehensive celebration of the franch…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25115
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25115 to the Dev Channel. IMPORTANT: With this build getting released to the Dev Channel, the window closes for you to be able to switch from the Dev Channel to the Beta Channel since your device will be on a higher build number than what is provided in the Beta Channel. If your device installs this build and you decide you want to switch, you have 10 days or until we release a newer build to the Dev Channel to roll back and switch to the Beta Channel. If you do not roll back within 10 days or your device takes another new build, the only way to switch to the Beta Channel is to do a clean inst…
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Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.754 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 22621.754 (KB5018496) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2. This update includes the following improvements: New! We added a new consent form for those of you enrolled in Windows Hello Face and Fingerprint. You have new choices for your biometric data. You can keep storing your biometric data or open Settings to delete the data if you have not used your face or fingerprint for authentication in over 365 days. You also have these options if you upgraded to Windows 11 and have not yet seen the new Hello Learn More Privacy text. New! We added improvements to the Microsoft Ac…
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Announcing the Microsoft Store App Awards Winners!
by Guest Pete Brown- 0 replies
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Since launching the new Microsoft Store on Windows last year, we’ve welcomed thousands of great desktop apps and games. We are excited to introduce the Microsoft Store App Awards and recognize select developers and apps. We're excited to introduce the Microsoft Store Community Choice Awards, which are nominated by the community, and the Microsoft Store Editor's Choice Awards, which are apps recognized by Microsoft. Although gaming is always incredibly important to us and our customers, for these awards, we're focused on apps. [HEADING=1]Microsoft Store Community Choice Awards[/HEADING] Earlier this year, we asked you to nominate your favorite apps in the Microsoft Store…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.1537 and 22624.1537
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.1537 and Build 22624.1537 (KB5022910) to the Beta Channel. Build 22624.1537 = New features rolling out. Build 22621.1537 = New features off by default. REMINDER: Insiders who were previously on Build 22623 will automatically get moved to Build 22624 via an enablement package. The enablement package artificially increments the build number for the update with new features getting rolled out and turned on to make it easier to differentiate from devices with the update with features off by default. This approach is being used for the Beta Channel only and is not indicative of any chan…
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Small business owners can find security, reliability and sustainability with Windows 11 PCs
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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Microsoft’s mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more includes empowering small and medium-sized business owners with the technology they need to participate and thrive in an inclusive, digital economy. SMBs, so often the backbone of local economies and communities around the world, are celebrated every year through National Small Business Week. This year, that’s April 30 to May 6. Small business owners who believe technology is key to their successful digital transformation look to security and reliability as intertwined and important factors in deciding which PCs to use as they grow. With Windows 11, they can reduce risk from c…
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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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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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Student researchers work with ALS community to evolve DuoRhythmo music app for everyone
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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For Dr. Alper Kaya, the darkest days of his life happened about 10 years after he found out he had ALS. Based in Turkey, the ophthalmologist felt fortunate in that the disease progressed slowly, after the initial diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis in 1990. He could still perform surgeries, help patients and play classical guitar – one of the constants in his life, ever since he was a teenager. After about a decade, he lost the use of his hands to do those things he loved. He lost hope, too. At the time, it felt unbearable. But with the help of his daughter, he found other ways to make music again. Assistive technology gave him the ability to blow into a MIDI wind …
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Say it in a video: Dropbox Capture makes it easy to show rather than tell
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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How often do you share a screenshot to help others understand a problem or issue versus spelling it out in a lengthy email? If you’re like a lot of people, you may find sharing images an easier way of conveying a message and collaboratively finding solutions. With Dropbox Capture, an app available in the Microsoft Store to download onto Windows 10 and 11 PCs, you can record screenshots and videos, mark them up, and invite others to comment and markup through a shareable link that doesn’t require a sign-in. Users save time by consolidating feedback in one location. Aside from being a time saver, it’s also a tool that organizations can use as part of their onboarding or tra…
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Save big on back-to-school tech from Microsoft Store
by Guest Microsoft Store Team- 0 replies
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With summer in full swing, students and parents are preparing to kick off back-to-school shopping to get ready for the exciting year ahead. We know parents and students are always on the hunt for a great deal, and this year, as inflation continues to rise, parents’ stress over the shopping season has increased by 7% in recent weeks alone. To help families breeze through shopping with confidence, Microsoft Store is offering back-to-school savings – starting July 11 through Sept. 11 – including discounted laptops, PCs and accessories, all supported by an extended price promise and return window. Microsoft Store’s top back-to-school deals and savings include: [HEADING=2]Sa…
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Forza Horizon 5 now available on PC, Xbox consoles and with Xbox Game Pass
by Guest Steve Clarke, Writer- 0 replies
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Forza Horizon 5 is available now on PC on Windows and Steam, Xbox consoles and Xbox Game Pass including console, PC and Cloud Gaming (Beta). You can download the game today and choose from the following bundles: Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition or Premium Edition. Head over to Xbox Wire for details on the bundles, images from the game’s action in the ever-evolving landscape of Mexico, and to view the trailer. Continue reading...
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New Updates for Notepad and Media Player for Windows Insiders
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, we have rolled out updates for Notepad and Media Player to Windows Insiders on Windows 11. [HEADING=1]Notepad[/HEADING] We are rolling out changes to Notepad that we think the community will enjoy! Native ARM64 support: We’ve improved the Notepad experience on ARM64 devices on versions 11.2204 and higher available in all channels. You’ll see faster and better performance when you use the app. Improved performance: In addition to the improved performance on ARM64 devices, you’ll notice additional performance improvements—especially when scrolling very large files or replacing large amount of text—across all devices in version 11.2205 and higher…
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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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Welcome to the best browser for gamers
by Guest Liat Ben-Zur, Corporate Vice President- 0 replies
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[HEADING=1]New gaming features in Microsoft Edge, the best browser for gamers[/HEADING] Did you know there are more than 3 billion gamers in the world? That is almost half of the population on the entire planet! This global community of people share a passion for gaming, and it only continues to grow: Two-thirds of Americans — people of all ages, races, genders, abilities and backgrounds — play video games, which shows the diversity of players. Seventy-five percent of U.S. households have at least one gamer and watching online gameplay is as popular as watching broadcast sports. Microsoft is all in on gaming and as we recently announced, we’re building a platform for the…
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Windows Terminal Preview 1.17 Release
by Guest Christopher Nguyen- 0 replies
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The Windows Terminal team is back with our first release of the year! This release introduces version 1.17 to Windows Terminal Preview and updates Windows Terminal to version 1.16 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 in Windows Terminal Preview 1.17: [HEADING=1]Dropdown Menu Customization[/HEADING] Windows Terminal now supports dropdown menu customization! Shoutout to @fwest98 for this feature! This feature includes support for adding folders, adding separators, and adding profiles. You can now arrange the dro…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25217
by Guest Brandon LeBlanc- 0 replies
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25217 to the Dev Channel. [HEADING=1]TL;DR[/HEADING] Developers can start building and testing 3rd party widgets on the latest Insider Preview builds in the Dev Channel and the WinAppSDK 1.2 preview 2 release. Details and links below. This build includes a few input-related changes and fixes. Some Insiders are seeing a sneak peek of a new video calling experience for Chat on Windows 11. Details below. We are beginning to roll out a Microsoft Store update that includes a few improvements including highlight games included with Game Pass. [HEADING=1]What’s new[/HEADING] [HEADING=2]Deve…
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Edge features to help you stay organized and power your productivity
by Guest Roger Capriotti- 0 replies
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Life seems to be moving at a faster pace, with demands for our time growing and multitasking being the norm at home and at work. Here at Microsoft Edge, we understand the crucial role that a web browser plays in your online life, and we strive to build features that help you make the most of your time. Yesterday, we announced the limited public preview of Edge Workspaces, which allows you to browse the web in a shared space along with your friends and family to get more done, together. Today, we are excited to share more of what is new in Edge to help you stay organized and productive. First, Edge is now the first and only browser with an integrated AI image generator. We…
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Dell updates XPS portfolio with the new XPS 13 and XPS 13 2-in-1
by Guest Athima Chansanchai, Writer- 0 replies
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For those who are looking for a Windows 11 PC that is both versatile and up to multi-tasking in a hybrid and mobile world, check out Dell’s updated XPS 13 and upcoming XPS 13 2-in-1. The XPS 13 is Dell’s thinnest and lightest 13-inch XPS laptop and can easily fit in your backpack, bag or purse. The device features enhanced sound with larger speakers, performs at a higher level with 12th Gen Intel Core processors and delivers up to 12 hours of battery life. With Windows 11 installed on it, you’ll be able to use features such as Snap Assist and Desktops to juggle Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. You can also use Widgets to easily get to information such as weather, you…
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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...