Windows 10 version 2004 '20H1', also known as 'May 2020 Update' was initially scheduled to be released on May 12. However, later the software giant shifted the release day to May 28. Microsoft has began preparations for the release, making the release information page available.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Skype received moderated groups and 3×3 video call grid
Microsoft has updated the Skype app with version 8.60, which now inlcudes a 3x3 video call grid, available in the desktop version of the app. There are also new global hotkeys, moderated groups, and other nice improvements.
Enable PWA Integration with Windows Shell in Microsoft Edge
How to Enable PWA Integration with Windows Shell in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft is working to integrate Progressive Web Apps (PWA) with Windows. Edge already allows installing them as regular apps with desktop shortcuts. A new change in Edge Canary provides a deeper integration of web apps by adding them to the 'Uninstall an app' list in Settings, and showing extra options for them, similar to Store apps.
Enable Windows Hello for Payments in Google Chrome
How to Enable Windows Hello for Payments in Google Chrome
To secure online payments in Chrome, Google is now rolling out support for Windows Hello authentication on Windows 10. It will be used to authenticate purchases in Google Chrome running on Windows 10 using Windows Hello’s options, such as a fingerprint, or face recognition.
Microsoft ads links to Office web apps to Edge New Tab page
Microsoft Edge has got a set of links to Office apps and Microsoft 365 web services on the New Tab page. There is an app launcher button that opens a new flyout with a set of links to web apps.
Enable Profile Picker in Google Chrome
How to Enable Profile Picker in Google Chrome
Google is working on a new experimental Chrome feature that allows opening a dialog with a list of available user profiles every time you open the browser. This can be useful if you have more than one profile, and want to differentiate your activities.
Translate Pages in Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge
How to Translate Pages in Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft has updated the Immersive Reader feature in the Edge browser with an ability to translate pages into your native language before reading them. Here's how to enable this feature.
Enable Protection Against Potentially Unwanted Apps in Windows 10
How to Enable or Disable Protection Against Potentially Unwanted Applications in Windows Security in Windows 10
With Windows 10 version 2004, Microsoft has added a new security feature which can extend the protection level of the built-in Windows 10 antivirus called "Windows Defender", part of Windows Security. In addition to its default features of scanning for malware using definitions, it is possible to enable detection of potentially unwanted apps (PUA).
New Cortana is no longer Beta on the Store
Microsoft is about to roll out a new version of their Cortana digital assistant with Windows 10 version 2004. With the latest update, the app lost the 'Beta' tag in the app listing. This indicates that Microsoft has finished its development.
Microsoft is using progressive rollouts for Edge Stable
Microsoft has revealed new information regarding the rollout procedure of stable Edge builds. Starting with version 83, the company will use 'progressive rollouts' by performing gradual rollouts of major updates to Microsoft Edge Stable channel over a span of few days.
