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Category: Software
Microsoft is launching the “Windows” app for Windows
Microsoft has announced the launch of a Windows app for Windows PCs, as well as macOS, iOS, iPadOS, web browsers, and Android devices. This app serves as a platform for streaming a Windows image from various sources, such as Windows 365, Azure, Remote Desktop, and more.
PowerToys might get a scheduler that changes Windows settings
There is a suggestion for a PowerToys new tool that could become as a nice addition to Windows Task Scheduler. It would allow changing OS settings with ease via a friendly GUI. The module, with a working name Settings Scheduler, would allow changing the Windows theme, mute and unmute the sound, turn the screen on or off, and so on. The actions run by a schedule or timer, so the user could pick what suites better.
Microsoft drops support for many email apps in its Outlook for web
Microsoft no longer supports basic authentication for the Outlook email service. So email apps that can only work with a username and password via IMAP and POP3 aren't supported any more. The OAuth 2.0 tokens are the only method supported for apps. This affects a galore of software, including Microsoft's own Outlook 2007, Outlook 2010, Outlook 2013, Outlook 2016 MSI, Outlook 2019 LTSC - all these versions are now obsolete.
The Sticky Notes app gets a major feature update
A new version of Sticky Notes is coming to users, finally featuring a dedicated shortcut to open it. It appears in the Start menu when you install or update OneNote. In addition, you can quickly copy a note, or make it always-on-top.
Xbox Game Pass Standard Plan Launches at $15 Per Month
Microsoft has launched a new subscription option, Xbox Game Pass Standard. It replaces the Basic plan and costs $15 per month. Being announced back in July 2024, it offers a middle tier between Xbox Game Pass Core (the successor to Xbox Live Gold) and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Windows Photos app gets a galore of improvements, already coming to Insiders
Microsoft has announced several improvements made to Windows Photos app, version 2024.11080.30001.0. The company has made it available for Windows 10 and Windows 11, and is rolling out it to Insiders across all channels, including Windows 10 Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview channels.
PowerToys 0.84 brings with it the long awaited Workspaces feature
A few days ago Microsoft has released a new PowerToys version 0.84 with several improvements and new features. The key change in this release is the addition of Workspaces - a new tool for organizing your apps on the screen.
Microsoft will soon host a special Copilot event to detail its future
Microsoft is set to unveil the future of its Copilot product via a special online event this month, which will be live-streamed on LinkedIn. The event, called The Microsoft 365 Copilot: Wave 2, will feature keynotes from Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Jared Spataro, Vice President of AI.
New Microsoft Teams app is available with unified personal and work experience
Microsoft has unveiled a new unified Teams app designed to eliminate the need to switch between different accounts for personal, professional, and academic use. The software is available for Windows and Mac.
