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https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/10/5e70c9ee5f9aa2266ee663963dba1713.jpg Earlier today, Yusuf Mehdi announced the Windows 10 October 2018 Update, the newest feature update for Windows 10. I’m excited to share our October 2018 Update rollout plans, how you can get the update today, plus some new update experience enhancements. How to get the Windows 10 October 2018 Update As with prior Windows 10 feature rollouts, our goal is to deliver the October 2018 Update in a phased and controlled rollout to provide a great update experience for all. We are beginning the global rollout out via Windows Update in the coming weeks. As with previous rollo…
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https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/10/a4ff74c59aa5b23444e17e4fcb0308f6.jpg Today we shared our vision for a new era of personal productivity; unveiled Surface Pro 6, Surface Laptop 2, Surface Studio 2 and Surface Headphones, and announced availability of the Windows 10 October 2018 Update and new Office 365 experiences. As we work to deliver on our company mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet to achieve more, we have increased our focus on helping people across their work and personal lives. Offering tools for whole life experiences has never been more important as many of us are living a digital lifestyle that presen…
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https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/1678ff3471d8cc13e3c019d209f4e10b.jpg People have always been fascinated by robots. Today advanced robots are complementing our lives, both at work and at home. Warehouse robots have enabled next-day deliveries to online shoppers, and many pet owners rely on robotic vacuums to keep their floors clean. Industries seeing benefits from robots are as diverse as manufacturing, transportation, healthcare and real estate. As robots have advanced, so have the development tools. We see robotics with artificial intelligence as universally accessible technology to augment human abilities. Microsoft is at ROSCon 2018 i…
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Hello from Microsoft Ignite 2018! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18247 (19H1) to Windows Insiders who have opted in to Skip Ahead. Please note: This build won’t be available for PCs running 64-bit Windows 10 Home and Pro editions in Czech (cs-cz). General changes, improvements, and fixes for PC We fixed an issue resulting in Narrator text to speech not making sense when reading Narrator’s Quick Start pop up in Japanese. We fixed an issue resulting in app icons sometimes becoming invisible in the taskbar in recent flights. We fixed an issue that could result in an IME not working in Microsoft Edge the first time it was launched. We fi…
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https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/0ec9e36f6cb9f6995801fd3eb1010ec2.jpg Want to game on-the-go without sacrificing performance? Check out the new Samsung Notebook Odyssey Z. Powered by Windows 10, the new notebook combines an ultra-slim design with an innovative cooling system and top-tier hardware for next-level performance. In addition to being great for games, it’s designed for other processor-intense activities like video editing and 3D rendering. “Today’s games are more intense, immersive and graphic-rich than ever before, and gamers need technology built specifically for them,” says Alanna Cotton, senior vice president and general manager…
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It’s great to be back in Orlando for Microsoft Ignite. This is Microsoft’s biggest event for IT pros and enterprise developers with more than 26,000 people joining us from over 100 countries. Ignite is all about our customers—of course they attend, but we also give the mic to customers to participate in Satya’s and other executives’ keynotes, as well as sessions and workshops. Literally hundreds of sessions at Ignite are led by customers, such as Buhler, Shell, H&M and others. We made a lot of announcements this morning for and with our customers. A few quick highlights: We continued to share how we’re making security a priority for customers by declaring an en…
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18242 (19H1) to Windows Insiders who have opted in to Skip Ahead. General changes, improvements, and fixes for PC We fixed an issue resulting in the background of notifications and the Action Center losing color and becoming transparent in the last two flights. We fixed an issue where thumbnails and icons might not be rendered if there were any video files saved to the desktop. We fixed an issue resulting in the back button in Settings and other apps becoming white text on a white background if you hovered over it. We fixed an issue resulting in certain apps crashing when you tri…
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Today, I had the opportunity to speak to press and analysts in San Francisco about our vision for business applications at Microsoft. In addition, I had the privilege to make two very important announcements: the upcoming availability of new Dynamics 365 AI applications, and our very first mixed reality business applications: Dynamics 365 Remote Assist and Dynamics 365 Layout. Our vision for business applications at Microsoft We live in a connected world where companies are challenged every day to innovate so they can stay ahead of emerging trends and repivot business models to take advantage of new opportunities to meet growing customer demands. To innovate, or…
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17763 (RS5) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. General changes, improvements, and fixes for PC The build watermark at the lower right-hand corner of the desktop is no longer present in this build. This doesn’t mean we’re done… We fixed an issue where touching a Flash element in Microsoft Edge with two or more fingers could result in the tab crashing. We fixed an issue where thumbnails and icons might not be rendered if there were any video files saved to the desktop. We fixed an issue where certain Bluetooth audio devices wouldn’t play sound in apps that also used the micropho…
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https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/467454d954745d38c04a03342f99da9d-1024x576.jpg Microsoft Edge on iPhone, iPad and an Android tablet and phone Want to enjoy Microsoft Edge while you’re on-the-go? You can do that, thanks to the Windows 10 April 2018 Update. To get Microsoft Edge on your Android phone, tablet, iPhone or iPad, head over to the apps store on your device and download Microsoft Edge for free. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/e1edc76abd036521eaf55eefb6c0b935.gif Then use Microsoft Edge on your phone or tablet to read EPUB books you’ve saved. Or start reading a webpage on phone or tablet, send the …
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17760 (RS5) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. Meeting the challenge of game compatibility The Windows Compatibility Team is pleased to announce that the Windows 10 October 2018 Update will be fully compatible with all major Tencent games. Game compatibility can be challenging due to the complexity of the games and reliance on anti-cheat services. We’ve done this by partnering closely with Tencent to test these games, investigate issues and produce fixes. Our hard work has paid off: we are pleased to say that this will be a successful release for our shared customers! We encoura…
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Technology has already transformed the world we live in. Computers are ubiquitous, from the machines on our desks to the devices in our pockets and in our homes. Now, breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning are helping scientists treat cancer more effectively, farmers figure out how to grow more food using fewer natural resources, and give people from different countries the ability to communicate across language barriers. In many ways though, we’re only just beginning to tap into the full potential AI can provide. This in large part is because AI development and building deep learning models are slow and complex processes even for experienced d…
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18237 (19H1) to Windows Insiders who have opted in to Skip Ahead. What’s new in Build 18237 Bringing acrylic to the Windows sign-in screen With today’s flight we’re adding acrylic, a type of brush from the Fluent Design System, to the sign-in screen background. The translucent texture of this transient surface helps you focus on the sign-in task by moving the actionable controls up in the visual hierarchy while maintaining their accessibility. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/8ee0a99a88529052e41b1e5a0ae8c7c2-1024x576.png Other Updates for Insider…
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17758 (RS5) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. What’s new in Storage Sense Starting with Windows 10, Storage Sense has embarked on a path to keep your storage optimized. We’re making continuous improvements in every feature update. From Build 17720 and later, we’re adding a new capability and making a few changes to Storage Sense’s behavior. Storage Sense now has the capability to automatically free up disk space by making older, unused, locally available files be available online-only. Learn more in the Storage Sense blog post here. General changes, improvements, and fixes f…
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When she’s not working, Marta Luis Burguete likes to hang out – upside down from the ceiling, as an aerial acrobat. In a new video tutorial, the Microsoft product specialist brings together her passion and her profession to show how to use a digital pen, a Surface Pro and Microsoft Office to edit a flyer, script and stage floor plan for an Aerial Circus School show. Check out the video tutorial below, in which she demonstrates how to use the digital pen to edit these plans and promotions for the show. She uses PowerPoint to edit the flyer with ink to text, ink to shape and ink replay, as well as to create the stage floor plan using the ruler, segment eraser and i…
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If you’re interested in setting up Windows Hello to sign in faster and more securely, you can do so, thanks to the Windows 10 April 2018 Update. Previously Microsoft account users had to navigate deep into Settings to find Windows Hello. Now, you can set up Windows Hello Face, Fingerprint or PIN straight from your lock screen by clicking the Windows Hello tile under Sign-in options. Check it out in action: https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/8e8d813d28c1d99454a8ce22d2822313.gif This feature is only available for users who use their Microsoft Account to sign in to Windows. It is not available for work or school accounts, or local accounts…
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Otto Knoke, who has been living with ALS for two decades, harnesses his data skills to help transform companies and modernize industries with the help of Eye Control, a feature in Windows 10 that allows him to type with his eyes. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/4dc780a0c11aa8346cc8ae120dec94f5-1024x576.jpg Otto Knoke and his friend and former colleague, Juan Alvarado, discuss a Power BI report Knoke created using eye-tracking software for Windows 10. The 60-year-old data analyst calls himself the “oldest nerd of Guatemala” and is well-known in the country’s business community, especially after he helped update the banking industry by br…
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https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/29ef1bb49d2fc1941c2a757adcad7eb5-1024x570.jpg Simone Biles made history in August by being the only woman to ever win five national all-around titles in the U.S. Gymnastics Championships. The Microsoft News team has a mission to keep the world informed, with nearly half a billion people coming to MSN and Microsoft Edge every month to find out what’s going on around the globe. Each day, Microsoft News editors work with more than 1,000 premium publishing partners (such as “The New York Times,” “Fox News,” “USA Today” and “Sports Illustrated”) to curate the best news and high-quality, credible journalism acr…
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17755 (RS5) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. Text from your PC – stay connected with Your Phone app No need to dig for your phone to text. Leave it in your pocket, bag, or purse. Your Phone app now gives you instant access to your most recent photos and texts from your Android phone. Snap a pic on your Android, see it on your PC. It’s just easier. Text your friends, group message, and type with a keyboard—Your Phone app allows you to view, send, and receive the SMS from your Android, on your computer. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/c5ecba8e663e5b…
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18234 (19H1) to Windows Insiders who have opted in to Skip Ahead. What’s new in Build 18234 Microsoft To-Do gets ink support! Capture and complete your tasks naturally with Ink! We’ve added support for handwritten input to allow you to capture your tasks seamlessly in Microsoft To-Do (Version 1.39.1808.31001 and higher). Ink support is now available to #WindowsInsiders! Become an Insider to try it out and let us know what you think! Redirecting... pic.twitter.com/8DERbhDJdN — Microsoft To-Do Help (@MicrosoftToDo) September 4, 2018 Please try it out and let us kno…
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https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/f01527afe6bbe9584a7d30ac66a3a5b5-1024x683.jpg Xbox Wire takes a look at some of the hottest Windows gaming hardware announcements across various events—bringing them all into one, easy place for you to see and read about. The last few weeks have seen a handful of new gaming laptops, GPUs, monitors and more announced at gamescom and IFA for PC gamers of all varieties. Check out Xbox Wire to see this new hardware. The post Looking for new PC gaming hardware? Check out this roundup appeared first on Windows Experience Blog. Continue reading...
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17754 (RS5) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. General changes, improvements, and fixes for PC The build watermark at the lower right-hand corner of the desktop is no longer present in this build. This does not mean this is the final build as we are not done yet. We’re just now beginning the phase of checking in final code to prepare for the final release. We fixed an issue resulting in reduced Action Center reliability in recent flights. We fixed an issue where if you opened one of the taskbar flyouts (like network or volume), and then quickly tried to open another, it wouldn’…
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The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly changing the world around us and transforming business for the better. Here at Microsoft we’re all in, committing $5 billion to IoT over the next four years. Windows is an essential part of this movement having powered both connected and non-connected devices for years – and it will be part of the new generation of intelligent devices that leverage the power of the cloud and comprise IoT. As we will discuss throughout this year’s IoT in Action event series, companies need secure devices that can be quickly provisioned, easily managed and seamlessly connected to the cloud to support their overall business strategies. Let’s talk ab…
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For gamers around the world with accessibility needs, the Xbox Adaptive Controller is now available at Microsoft Stores and GameStop Online for $99.99. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/09/d5c39381b91980ec88810590609c43aa.jpg Xbox Adaptive Controller “The Xbox Adaptive Controller is a product that was ideated and pioneered with inclusivity at its heart,” writes Gabi Michel, Xbox Adaptive Controller program manager. “We iterated on and refined it through close partnership with gamers with limited mobility and fan feedback, as well as guidance and creativity from accessibility experts, advocates and partners such as The AbleGamers Charity, The…
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Windows HD Color is all about bringing HDR and wide color gamut (WCG) content to your Windows devices. You might already be enjoying HDR video on your Xbox One S and Xbox One X. Now let’s talk about how we’re starting to bring HDR video to your PCs with our most recent updates to Windows 10. For more background on HDR, see our previous blog post. What’s new with the latest Windows 10 Update? We’ve made some improvements to your HDR video experience on current generation internal displays. With Windows 10 April 2018 Update, we’ve focused on expanding access to more laptop devices as well as providing more out-of-the-box HDR video experiences: 1. Expanding acces…
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