Ink Workspace is an important part of the Windows 10 operating system for stylus/pen users. It allows them to do a number of activites like sketching, annotations, handwritten notes and so on. It is getting some improvements in the upcoming Windows 10 Creators Update.
Category: Windows 10
Skype for Linux Alpha 1.12 comes with hostless group calling
Microsoft has released Skype for Linux Alpha version 1.12. This new application is a completely redesigned Skype version which has nothing common with the previously available Skype 4.3. In this version, the application got improvements for group calls.
Install Paint 3D Preview in Windows 10 Non-Insider Build
As you may already know, the new Paint 3D became available for Windows Insiders some time ago. It is a Universal app which offers a number of unique features for the end user. To try out the app, you had to join the Windows Insider program. Finally a way to install the app for regular, non-insider build was discovered.
MSN Weather app gets a transparent live tile on Windows 10 Mobile
The MSN Weather app from Microsoft recently got an update for Windows 10 Mobile Insiders on the Fast ring. Aside from minor fixes and performance improvements, there's one highly requested feature that's worth mentioning: with version 4.17.72.0 rolling out, Microsoft is finally bringing a transparent tile to the MSN Weather app on Windows 10 Mobile.
Microsoft may reveal more about third party VR plans at WinHEC
Earlier this year, Microsoft announced its plans to bring Windows Holographic to 3rd party hardware from partners. This includes not only VR-ready PCs from Windows OEMs, but also head-mounted displays (HDMs): the company is actively working on HDM specifications in collaboration with Intel. The goal of this project is to create a new hardware category for consumers allowing almost everyone to get into the world of Virtual Reality without spending large amounts of money on buying a compatible device.
Windows DVD Player gets a major update on Windows Insider Fast Ring
When Microsoft shipped the original version of Windows 10 to the market in July 2015, there was a lot of talk about the separate Windows DVD Player app which was going to be sold in the Windows Store for $14.99. Most user reviews says the app is too basic for the amount of money they're charging and lacks many features that other DVD software includes for free. Microsoft hadn't done anything to the app lately so it was considered abandoned. However, last week Microsoft released a major update for the Windows DVD Player which includes some playback tweaks and improvements to the overall user experience.
Test remote network port connection in Windows 10
In Windows 10, there is an ability to check the connection to a certain port on a remote machine. This is possible thanks to PowerShell. So, no third party tools are required and you can do it natively.
How to Backup and Restore Boot Configuration in Windows 10
Since Windows Vista, a new boot loader was introduced to the Windows operating system. It is controlled by the bcdedit tool and has Registry-based entries and options. It has many different configurable parameters. Here is how you can backup and restore its options.
How to disable Ink app suggestions in Windows 10
With Windows 10 Creators Update, Microsoft has added a new feature to show suggestions about Ink and Pen apps. If you are not happy to see them, here is how you can disable Ink app suggestions in Windows 10.
Changes in Windows 10 build 14965 which were not announced
The recently released Windows 10 build 14965 features a number of changes which do not appear in the official change log. Enthusiasts discovered some interesting changes which show the progress of certain features being built under the hood. Let's see what they are.
