Microsoft is actively working on the next update for its set of utilities called PowerToys. Version 0.33 will bring several improvements to existing tools, such as PowerToys Run. Clint Rutkas, the PowerToys lead developer, shared more info about what is coming with the release 0.33.
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Microsoft To Do now allows sharing lists from personal to work accounts
Collaborative work is an essential part of any productivity-based app, especially task managers. So Microsoft To Do allows sharing yours lists with other people. Still, this feature was initially limited with sharing between personal accounts, or work or school accounts related to a specifc organization. After receiving countless user feedback about this feature, Microsoft finally allows users to collaborate regardless of the account type and location.
Thunderbird 78.8 released
The Thunderbird email app is updated to version 78.8. This is a maintenance release that comes with general improvements and 4 security fixes.
Microsoft Translator receives nine additional languages support
On the official Microsoft Blog, the company has announced nine new languages for Microsoft Translator. With this update, the service is now available in 83 languages, dialects, and writing systems.
Journal is a new inking app from Microsoft with these features
By the end of the last week, Microsoft Garage Project released a new experimental app named Journal. Journal is a free ink-focused application for Windows 10 with some neat advanced features. In contrast to OneNote, Journal focuses primarily on inking on devices with stylus support, such as Surface Pro 7 or Surface Book. Microsoft says the developers want to "unlock new capabilities not possible with physical paper or seen in today in most inking applications" and "explore how we can push new AI and new interaction techniques to make inking more delightful and accessible."
Facebook will delete your WhatsApp account if you don’t agree to new policies
The Facebook company has updated the official WhatsApp FAQ with additional information about what will happen to users who do not agree with the new Terms of Service. According to the Facebook-owned service, your WhatsApp account will be flagged as inactive and eventually removed if you do not accept new policies by March 15, 2021.
Notepad++ no longer supports Windows XP
A popular powerful and lightweight alternative to the default Windows Notepad, Notepad++, received an update to version 7.9.3. Among different improvements and bug fixes, there is one important compatibility change. Starting with the release 7.9.3, Notepad++ no longer supports good old Windows XP.
iOS 14 widgets for Microsoft To Do are now available
Microsoft To Do joins the quickly growing list of apps that support dozens of widgets on iOS 14. With the latest update, there are now three different types of widgets to choose from.
Google Drive File Stream is now known as Google Drive for Desktop
Google replaces two its apps, Drive File Stream and Backup and Sync with a new app, named Drive for Desktop. The new software is based on company's best enterprise solutions and adds new features for consumers.
Visual Studio Code 1.53 is out with wrap tabs, and more
Microsoft has released another update for its lightweight IDE, Visual Studio Code. This update brings a set of new features, including a long awaited 'Wrap editor tabs' option in the workbench, configurable tab decorations, and much more.