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Hello Windows Insiders, we are rolling out updates for Camera and Media Player to Windows Insiders on Windows 11 starting with the Dev Channel. Camera (version 2022.2206.2.0) The Camera app has been updated to match the beautiful new look and feel of Windows 11. In addition to the existing support for camera, video, document, and whiteboard capture modes, we are excited to introduce QR code and barcode scanning as well. Camera app in dark mode with new Windows 11 visuals. FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps > Camera. Media Player (version 11.2206.30.0) Back in March, we introduced CD playback support to Media Player. With the latest update, we are adding support for CD ripping as well. Supported formats...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25158 to the Dev Channel. TL;DR We are releasing ISOs for this build – they can be downloaded here. We are introducing notification badging with Widgets starting with this build. In addition to some general changes and improvements, this build includes a good set of fixes too. Be sure to check out our June Windows Insider webcast featuring the File Explorer Team here on demand! What’s new Notification badging for Widgets We’re beginning to roll out even more dynamic Widgets content to your taskbar with notification badging for Widgets. Below is an example of a notification badge for Widgets. Notification badging for Widgets on the taskbar. When you open...

The Age of Empires IV Season Two Update has arrived, bringing new content, additional ways to customize your gameplay and more, all available through Oct. 24. The first round of Season Two kicks off July 12 and runs for two weeks. Head over to AgeOfEmpires.com to find out how to take part in the new challenges and unlock exclusive rewards. Continue reading...

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: Save up to 50% off on select Windows 11 PCs Deals extend beyond Surface devices...

Dell’s new Windows 11 Inspiron Plus PC laptops are designed for boosting creativity and connection while providing immersive visuals and crisp audio. With Windows 11, they’ll be able to tap into many features that help them connect faster, be creative and/or productive and bring them closer to what (and who) matters most. The Inspiron 16 Plus features the latest 12th Gen Intel Core H-series processors and optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics for quick photo and video editing. When configured with a GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, it provides access to a powerful suite of NVIDIA Studio tools including Broadcast and Canvas apps. Inspiron 16 Plus In Windows 11, you can search the Microsoft Store to find favorite apps, movies, shows and...