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As part of the April 2019 Update, version 1903, Microsoft is now making available Windows 10 build 18353 for devices enrolled in the Fast ring of the Windows Insider Program. This is the 29th preview releasing to testers, and it’s a small update that only includes minor fixes. Windows 10 build 18353, according to the software giant, adds microphone and audio input support when using Windows Sandbox. In addition, you can now use Shift + Alt + PrintScreen keyboard shortcut in Windows Sandbox which activates the ease of access dialog for enabling high contrast mode....

Microsoft has been working on a new version of the Calendar app, and it’s now available as a preview with the latest preview build of Windows 10 in the Fast ring. The new version of Calendar features a completely redesign interface with a new top header, and you can now choose from over 30 different themes and color schemes. The month view now includes an agenda pane, on the right side, allowing you to quickly see all the events of a particular day....

Among many of the feature requests for Windows 10 that Microsoft receives every day, blur + transparency was one of them. Now, it seems that the software maker is responding to this request and is bringing blurred transparency (similar to the Aero Glass effect found today in Windows 7) into Windows 10. Windows 10 build 10102 reveals that Microsoft is finally adding a new blur effect to the Start menu and taskbar to accompany the transparency effect....

After a long time waiting, Microsoft today is releasing the first preview of Windows 10 for phones. Those wanting to install and test the new version of the operating system in their phones have to download the Phone Insider app from the Windows Phone Store. After launching the Phone Insider app, make sure you sign in with your Windows Insider account (Microsoft Account). Microsoft is working to bring the Windows 10 Technical Preview to as many phones as possible, but currently here is the list of phone supported to test the first preview of Windows 10:...

Although Windows 11 hasn’t been officially announced, an early build (21996) recently leaked onto the web giving us a glimpse of what Microsoft has been working on for the next version of its operating system. Among the new features and changes for the desktop experience, the company seems to be also updating the out-of-box experience (OOBE). This is the experience to complete the initial setup of Windows 11 with a new account, privacy settings, and custom preferences after a clean installation or set up a new computer....

Windows 11 build 22000.613 rolls out as update KB5012592. The update brings notifications improvements and a slew of fixes. This release also includes the non-security changes available with KB5011563. Microsoft has released the update KB5012592 for computers running the stable version of Windows 11 with many fixes, security patches, and new features. The update KB5012592 bumps the version number to build 22000.613, and according to the changelogs, the update delivers the fixes and improvements available with the March 28 update preview KB5011563, plus new security improvements....

Windows 11 update KB5006674 has performance issues with AMD processors. Microsoft and AMD are working to fix the problems. The issues could cause a performance impact of up to 15 percent or more. Shortly after Windows 11 became available for eligible devices, AMD revealed that many of its processors (including Ryzen chips) have a compatibility issue that can translate on up to 15 percent of impacted performance. Now, during the October 2021 Patch Tuesday, Microsoft has released the first quality update for the new version, and it appears it is making the problem worse....

We’ll all knew this was coming, today Microsoft made available the final version of Windows 8 to subscribers in TechNet and MSDN, but if you aren’t a subscriber, like many of us, don’t feel blue because the software giant has also made available for download a trail version of the operating system. This is a 90-day trail of the Windows 8 Enterprise edition, anyone can download it right now and it is a version that will allow all users, including developers a sneak-peek of the final OS final version before launch on October 26th....

Have you been considering getting a word processor app on your Android device? Word processing apps aren’t just limited to iPads. If you want to view documents like Word files, spreadsheets, PDF files, and PowerPoint presentations, or create new documents on your tablet or phone, there is likely an app out there that’s right for you. Here are a few of the best and most popular Android word processor apps....

Some aspects of the Xbox 360 have changed since its launch in 2005, such as the addition of an HDMI port, built-in Wi-Fi, support for 1080p, and two total redesigns of the system—the Slim system and later the “E”—but the core of the hardware hasn’t changed much. It’s impressive that an initially underpowered system (compared to its main competitor the PS3) pumped out good-looking games and had an impact on the industry with its emphasis on digital media distribution and online gameplay....

YouTube is testing out a slightly stripped-down version of its Premium subscription service, dubbed YouTube Premium Lite, with availability limited to select European countries for the moment. First spotted by ResetEra user jelmerjt, Premium Lite looks to be a more affordable option for those who are solely interested in giving ads the axe. Rather than paying €11.99 per month for the full package, you’ll be able to pay €6.99 per month for ad-free viewing on both YouTube and YouTube Kids....

Product activation (often just activation) is the procedure by which a piece of software or operating system is proven to be legitimately installed. From a technical perspective, product activation usually means combining a product key or serial number with unique information about a computer and sending that data to the software maker over the internet. Then, the software manufacturer can validate whether the information matches up with their records of a purchase, and any features (or lack of features) can then be placed on the software....

The Samsung Flow app for Android allows seamless and secure content sharing between supported Samsung devices (tablets, wearables) and PCs. Using either Wi-Fi direct or Bluetooth, you can quickly send files back and forth, as well as sync and view notifications from your smartphone on your tablet or PC. The app offers a hotspot option that allows you to use your smartphone as a network access point, so your tablet or PC remains connected, even when it can’t access the internet....

Skype is a VoIP service that enables people to make and receive free voice and video calls over the internet using a computer, web browser, or mobile phone. VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) enables communication that goes around the standard methods of landlines and cellular plans. Whether you’re working from home or looking for a way to chat with others using video, Skype has broken traditional barriers to communication. Along with chatting with people in your in-app contacts, you can also use it to make international calls....

In this digital world, it is hard to find someone who does not have a computer in their home. Now, assuming you are one of them, you might have opened the program files (x86) folder on your computer and stumbled upon a folder that is named VulkanRT. You might wonder, how it comes to your computer? Definitely you did not authorize it. So, is it harmful to your computer? Should you uninstall it?...

You will find quite a few farming games on Roblox, but this one is all about wheat farming. Take a look at all available Wheat Farming Simulator Codes that you can redeem to become the richest farmer. You can use your rewards to upgrade your harvesting tool, discover/tame pets and keep leveling up. These codes are working as of Jan 6, 2022, when we checked. But Roblox codes tend to expire in 2 to 3 days....

Windows 10 is about to get a new user interface update later this year with the release of Redstone 3, and during the Windows Developer Day, Microsoft just offered a tiny preview of the new design language, which is internally known as Project Neon. Project Neon is a new refresh for the current user interface design language of Windows 10, and it’ll set new rules to streamline and make more beautiful the design of apps....

Microsoft is building a new launcher app to replace the Run command (Windows + R shortcut) on Windows 10 that looks a lot like the Spotlight feature on Apple’s operating system. The new launcher is expected to feature options to instantly search for apps and files across the system and supported plugins, since Microsoft will also allow developers to plug into the experience. In addition, it’ll also include support the use different search engines, which is quite different from the Start menu that uses Bing search and Microsoft Edge to open results exclusively....

Windows 11 build 25227 is now rolling out in the Dev Channel. The update introduces Start menu badging and new Widgets navigation. The flight also ships updates for various features, including accessibility settings syncing. Microsoft is making available the Windows 11 build 25227 for devices enrolled in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program with updates to existing features, various enhancements, and some issues. Build 25227 for Windows 11, according to the official changes, tries out the position of a new navigation pane for the Widgets board, adds badging alerts for the user profile menu in the Start menu, and introduces policies changes to improve the predictability of restarts for Windows Update....

The Darkmoon Faire in World of Warcraft Classic is the celebration of the wondrous and mysterious. Once again players can take part in this monthly event and stand to earn tons of rewards by participating in limited timed quests but taking part in the Darkmoon Faire is impossible if you do not know when it is held. This guide will show you the schedule of the Darkmoon Faire in World of Warcraft Classic....