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Windows 11 build 22504 includes improved theming and customizable emoji
Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 build 22504, improving theming support for more input methods and more deeply customizable emoji.
With another week comes yet another Windows 11 update for Insiders, this time being build 22504. Hot on the heels of rolling out a new Media Player app yesterday, this build includes some improvements to theming in certain parts of the OS, as well as the ability to customize some emoji.
Xbox Cloud Gaming is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles
Microsoft has announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming is now rolling out on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles with the November system update.
Microsoft is once again expanding the reach of Xbox Cloud Gaming by bringing it to Xbox Series X|S and One consoles starting today. This gives players the chance to try out games before downloading them, or play through them entirely while saving space on their console.
Windows 11 Insiders can now try the new Media Player app
Microsoft has begun rolling out a new Media Player app for Windows Insiders testing Windows 11 in the Dev channel. It replaces Groove Music.
Microsoft is rolling out a new Media Player app for Windows 11 Insiders enrolled in the Dev channel. The company had initially shown off the app during a Windows Insider webcast, which it then quickly hid before publishing it again. Now, it's finally available, and it carries version number 11.2110.34.0. This app requires Windows 11 build 22471 or newer to install, so it won't work if you try to sideload it on older versions.
Windows 10 version 21H2 comes with a single known issue for print servers
Microsoft has released Windows 10 version 21H2 to the general public, but there's a known issue you may want to know about.
Microsoft is rolling out Windows 10 version 21H2 today, and it comes with a handful of features specifically meant for business users. This includes support for new Wi-Fi security standards, new Windows Hello capabilities, and more. However, as with most Windows 10 releases, version 21H2 doesn't come without its known issues.
Here's how to install Windows 10 version 21H2 right now
Want to get Windows 10 version 21H2 as soon as possible? Here are a few ways you can download the new update without waiting.
Microsoft has just begun rolling out Windows 10 version 21H2, the next feature update for users still on Windows 10. Even though Windows 11 is out now, Microsoft is still providing updates for Windows 10, specifically for business users. The focus is on Windows 11 now, especially for consumers, but if you want to get Windows 11 version 21H2 right now, there are a few ways to do it.
Dynabook refreshes its Satellite Pro C40 and C50 laptops with Windows 11
Dynabook has announced a new pair of laptops running Windows 11, the Satellite Pro C40 and C50, powered by Intel Tiger Lake processors.
Dynabook, the PC manufacturer formerly known as Toshiba, has announced the latest iterations of its more budget-oriented Satellite Pro laptops. The new Dynabook Satellite Pro C40 and C50 come with Windows 11 out of the box and include Intel's 11th-generation processors along with other fairly high-end specs. Dynabook laptops are geared towards businesses, and naturally, the inclusion of Windows 11 Pro is a big part of the appeal.
How to install the new WhatsApp app on Windows
Want to use the new WhatsApp app for WIndows, but don't know how to install it? Here's what you need to do to get started.
Recently, WhatsApp launched a new beta version of its app for Windows 10 and 11, featuring a brand-new design and features. This new is built using native Windows technologies, instead of using the old web-based app, and it includes new features like video chats and the ability to draw pictures and share them with other users. If you've never used WhatsApp on a PC, though, setting it up can be a complicated process. In this guide, we'll show you how to install and set up the new WhatsApp app for Windows.
You can now pre-order the powerful HP Envy 34 All-in-One
If you've been waiting to buy HP's powerful all-in-one PC, you're in luck,. The HP Envy 34 is now available for pre-order.
The HP Envy 34 All-in-One, a powerful AiO desktop PC, is now available to pre-order from the company's website. HP announced the Envy 34 a couple of months ago, and we got the chance to go hands-on with it. This is a powerful desktop PC in an all-in-one form factor, complete with a high-resolution magnetic camera. When we got to preview the device, it came with an Intel Core i9-11900, a GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card, 128GB of RAM, and 2TB of storage, which was a truly beastly machine.
This is a sneak peek at the new WhatsApp for Windows [Update: Now available]
A series of images and short videos have been shared online showing off a new UWP version of WhatsApp for Windows 11 and 10.
Images and videos of a new WhatsApp app for Windows have surfaced online, showing a completely new UI and some new features for Windows 11 and 10 users. The information comes from Aggiornamenti Lumia, which has often revealed many Windows apps and features ahead of official announcements.
You can now buy the Surface Duo 2 Pen Cover to charge the Surface Slim Pen
Microsoft has opened up orders for the Surface Duo 2 Pen Cover, giving you a way to store and charge the Surface Slim Pen 2 on the phone.
Microsoft has just launched the Surface Duo 2 Pen Cover, giving you protection for the dual-screen smartphone as well as a convenient way to store and charge the Surface Slim Pen 2. The case is listed on Microsoft's website and Best Buy, though only the former allows you to order it right now.
Windows 11 build 22000.346 rolls out to Insiders with new Fluent emoji
Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 build 22000.346 to Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview channels with new emoji and fixes.
Microsoft is releasing a new cumulative update for Windows 11 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview channels. This update, which brings Windows 11 up to build 22000.346, includes the new Fluent emoji Microsoft rolled out in the Dev channel a few weeks ago. It also includes a ton of bug fixes.
Microsoft blocks Edge redirect tool in Windows 11, but there's another option
Microsoft has blocked a popular tool that redirects Edge links in Windows 11, but an alternative app has worked around the restrictions.
Microsoft's attempts to force Windows users to make Edge their default browser have been somewhat questionable. Since relatively early on in the life of Windows 10, links from Windows search and Cortana were directed to Edge, which is still happening today. This has become even more prominent with Windows 11, as links in the Widgets pane are also designed to direct users to use Edge instead of their default browser. One way to fight against this is a tool called EdgeDeflector, which handles these custom links in place of Edge on Windows 10 and 11, redirecting them to the user's default browser.
Intel graphics driver adds support for 12th-generation Alder Lake processors
Intel has released a new version of its graphics driver for Windows 10 and 11, adding support for its new Alder Lake CPUs.
Intel is rolling out a new version of the graphics driver for its processors with integrated graphics and discrete Iris Xe GPU. The new driver, version 30.0.101.1069, adds support for Intel's 12th-generation Alder Lake processors, which were launched earlier this month.
The Xbox app will let you install PC games on any folder you want [Update]
Microsoft is reportedly working to allow users to install PC games from the Microsoft Store in any folder they want using the Xbox app.
Microsoft is reportedly changing the game installation experience for games on the Microsoft Store and the Xbox app for PC, allowing you to install them on any folder you choose. This is a big step in making the Microsoft Store a platform more similar to Steam when it comes to PC gaming. The information comes from The Verge, citing sources familiar with Microsoft's plans, but the company has also seemingly corroborated the report.
NVIDIA announces Omniverse VR and more alongside November Studio Driver at GTC 2021
NVIDIA has announced new Omniverse tools and features, including Omniverse VR, as well as a new Studio driver at this year's GTC.
NVIDIA is currently holding its GPU Technology Conference, or GTC, and during the event, the company unveiled some more news about Omniverse, its virtual world simulation and collaboration tool. After announcing and showing off Omniverse Avatar earlier this week, NVIDIA today announced Omniverse VR and other Omniverse-related news alongside the launch of the NVIDIA Studio Driver for November.
Microsoft Store Black Friday deals include up to $200 off the Surface Laptop Go
Microsoft has announced the Black Friday deals it will be hosting on its online store, including the Surface Laptop Go and Surface Go 2.
Black Friday is rapidly approaching, and Microsoft today announced the deals it's going to be running to celebrate the occasion. While Black Friday isn't officially until November 26th, many of the deals start early, and some are available today. If you're looking for some new tech and gaming gear, there are some good deals to be found on the Microsoft Store.
Microsoft releases Windows 10 build 19043.1348 – here’s what’s new
Microsoft has released Windows 10 build 19043.1348 along with uodates for all supported versions of Windows 10 with additional fixes.
As tends to happen on the second Tuesday of every month, Microsoft is releasing new updates for every supported version of Windows. That includes Windows 11, of course, but also a few versions of Windows 10. The only versions of Windows 10 that are still supported for consumer SKUs are 21H1, 20H2, and 2004, which are getting updated to build 19043.1348, 19042.1348, and 19041.1348, respectively.
Windows 11 Patch Tuesday update fixes unusable apps, AMD performance, and more
Microsoft has released a new cumulative update for Windows 11, labeled KB5007215, which includes some new fixes for the new OS.
Today is the once again the second Tuesday of the month, and that means it's time for Microsoft's Patch Tuesday. Every supported version of Windows is getting cumulative updates today, containing all kinds of fixes and security enhancements. It's a particularly big update for Windows 11, which is getting an update labeled KB5007215, which brings the build number to 22000.318.
The Dynabook E10-S is one of the first Windows 11 SE laptops
The Dynabook E10-S will be one of the first devices running Microsoft's new cloud-first operating system for education, Windows 11 SE.
Microsoft announced Windows 11 SE earlier today, as a specialized version of Windows 11 for K-8 students. This is a stripped-down, cloud-first version of Windows 11 meant to run on lower-end hardware, thus competing with Chromebooks in the education space. Microsoft is launching its own Surface Laptop SE alongside the new operating system, but partners are joining, too. Dynabook, for its part, is launching the Dynabook E10-S with Windows 11 SE.
Mozilla Firefox is now available on the Microsoft Store for Windows 11 and 10
Mozilla has announced that its Firefox browser is now available on the Microsoft Store, making it easier for users to download it.
Mozilla has announced that the Firefox browser is now available for download on the Microsoft Store on Windows 11 and Windows 10. This gives Firefox a new way to download the browser, which is potentially easier than opening another browser and finding the right website.