Microsoft has released a maintenance update for the stable version of the PowerToys suite. While previously the company has announced the conference muting tool coming to the stable PowerToys, this release doesn't include it. It only comes with bugfixes and general improvements.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Microsoft is rolling out new Settings page for the Your Phone app
Recently we have covered a change that was coming to the Your Phone app. Microsoft was internally working on a new Settings page for the built-in Your Phone app. The updated Settings have the options arranged by categories, and a new 'My Devices' section. The change has officially become available to Insiders.
Windows 10 Build 20226 is out with Storage health monitoring
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 20226 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. This build introduces Storage health monitoring to protect user data.
PowerShell 7.1.0 RC 1 is available for download
PowerShell 7.1, the upcoming version of the cross-platform scripting solution available on Windows, MacOS, and Linux, is getting closer to its release. Today, its Release Candidate version 1 has become available for download.
Skype 8.65 is able to recognize ‘Raise hand’ gesture, has Background Blur on Android, and more!
Microsoft today released Skype Insider version 8.65, a new major update to the app with several new features. Version 8.65.76.73 is notable for such features as Raise hand, support for Background Blur on Android, Smart suggestions on iOS, and a few more.
Unlock Windows 10 20H2 features in Windows 10 version 2004 without upgrading
How to Unlock Windows 10 20H2 features in Windows 10 version 2004 without upgrading
While Windows 10 version 20H2 development is actually over, and the OS is coming in a few weeks to the public, you can get its features right now if you are running Windows 10 version 2004. Similar to versions 1903 and 1909, Windows 10 version 20H2 'May 2020 Update' and Windows 10 version 2004 'October 2020 Update' share the underlying files, so it is a matter of a single registry tweak to get features like the new colorful Start menu right in Windows 10 version 2004 without upgrading the operating system.
Quinto Black CT v3.6 is out with new features, now comes with an installer
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Microsoft Edge now allows pinning the Favorites bar
Microsoft has ported yet another feature of the classic EdgeHTML app to its modern Chromium-based successor. Now it is possible to pin the Favorites bar, so the flyout will stick to the right edge of the browser and remain visible on the screen.
Add or Remove Vertical Tabs Button on Toolbar in Microsoft Edge
How to Add or Remove Vertical Tabs Button on Toolbar in Microsoft Edge
Recently, Microsoft has added the vertical tabs option to the Edge browser. It is an alternative layout of the tab row, where the tabs are arranged vertically. There is also an option to collapse the tab bar, so tabs turn into website icons. For users who prefer the classic horizontal tab row, Microsoft has added the option to remove the vertical tabs button to save the space.
Windows 10 now promotes Microsoft Edge in the Settings header
The Settings app in Windows 10 includes a header that comes with a few icons that show the current status of OneDrive, Windows Update, and the number of rewards for Windows Insiders when the device is involved in Microsoft's early access program. With build 20221, Windows 10 shows an extra icon that now promotes the Edge browser (its Chromium version).
