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As hybrid work continues to evolve, it is imperative that organizations bring people together wherever they are – both inside the office and out – to communicate, collaborate and co-create. For years, Microsoft has invested in hardware and software solutions to meet emerging customer needs. Years ago, we envisioned a concept we referred to as the “magic window,” a suite of technologies and techniques, which, at its simplest form, was about connecting people and removing barriers of geography and communication style. With Surface Hub 2S, our customers experience this vision – collaborating using Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Whiteboard, Windows and more. Today we are proud to announce updates to Surface Hub 2S that make this experience even...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.588 (KB5011563) to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. This update includes the following improvements: New! We displayed up to three high priority toast notifications simultaneously. This feature is for apps that send notifications for calls, reminders, or alarms using Windows notifications in the OS. As a result, up to four toast notifications might appear simultaneously–three high priority notifications and one normal priority notification. We fixed an issue that turns off auto-startup for Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps after you upgrade the OS. We fixed an issue that causes SystemSettings.exe to stop working. We fixed an issue that...

You can now check out a new map in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition that celebrates the Minecraft x Lacoste apparel collection. This map features a tennis court, a parkour course, a “fill the gaps” minigame, a scavenger hunt and a giant crocodile. The apparel collection comes out March 16 and includes a range of activewear, accessories and footwear. The Minecraft aesthetic inspired all the designs, and you can mix and match the different items to create perfect comfy everyday outfits. Buy what you like at Lacoste.com or in select retail stores around the world. Find out more at Minecraft.net. Continue reading...

Two Point Hospital players can now check out a new expansion called “Speedy Recovery,” which is available now for PC in the Microsoft Store and on Steam. In this DLC, players will experience a new game mode, as they take command of a fleet of innovative ambulances, designed for every and any emergency. As incidents pop up via a new Dispatch button, players must use their ever-growing and improving ambulance squad to deliver patients to hospitals all over Two Point County, while also curing their ailments. Race past new and familiar Two Point locations to pick up sick patients, from the cold Pointy Mountains to the tropical islands of Pebberley Island. Go the extra mile and dispatch shiny new road ambulances like the Big Healer or avoid...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1618 (KB5011543) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. Search highlights in Windows 10 We recently introduced an update for Search in the Windows 11 Insider Preview that highlights interesting moments in time. This feature, search highlights, is now coming to Windows 10. We are taking a phased and measured approach and broad availability will occur in the coming months. Search is right there on your taskbar—your window to discover what's trending online, in the world, and in your organization. Of course, you can still type to start searching for your apps, files, settings, and quick answers on the web. The taskbar search box and...