In the coming month, Microsoft Office applications will receive updates to their themes, introducing new color schemes, styles, and outlines. Additionally, the default font will be changed from Calibri to Aptos (previously known as Bierstadt). This marks the first change in default font since Office 2007.
YouTube now shows an anti-ad block screen with a Premium promotion timer
YouTube is currently testing a new version of warnings for free users, which includes a timer and prompts to upgrade to YouTube Premium. When the pop-up appears, a timer is displayed in the upper right corner, lasting for 30 to 60 seconds. The window highlights the benefits of a Premium subscription and offers options to "Allow YouTube ads" or "Try YouTube Premium."
Google Chrome 116 will support quantum-resistant encryption algorithms
Google Chrome version 116 will introduce support for quantum-resistant encryption algorithms. The algorithms include a hybrid key encapsulation mechanism, to enhance the security of symmetric encryption secrets exchanged over secure TLS network connections.
Firefox for Android will receive extension support, same its desktop version
Mozilla has announced that the Android version of Firefox will soon support an open extension ecosystem. The launch is scheduled for early September, with the complete deployment expected to be finished by the end of this year.
YouTube now blocks links in Shorts comments and descriptions due to spam
The issue of spam and scammers on YouTube has reached a critical point, leading the platform to prevent users from posting of links in comments and descriptions on Shorts. These restrictions will be implemented gradually for all users and will be fully enforced by the end of September. To address the issue, YouTube will provide content creators with an alternative method to link full videos to Shorts.
Google enables End-to-End Encryption for RCS in its Messages app
Google has announced that RCS (Rich Communication Service) messages will now be end-to-end encrypted by default, signaling a move towards replacing traditional SMS messaging.
You can now pin Windows 11 Widgets board, here’s how to enable this feature
Microsoft has updated the Web capabilities of Windows 11, so you can now pin Widgets board in order to make stay above other apps. The change is available starting in Windows 11 build 23521.
Release Preview Channel Insiders are getting new updates for Windows 11 and 10
Microsoft is updating all supported Windows versions for Insiders on the Release Preview channel. Two Windows 11 versions, and Windows 10 version 22H2 are now getting various improvements.
Windows 11 Build 22631.2191 (Beta) brings with it HDR wallpapers, Windows 365 Switch, and more
Two new Windows 11 Insider Preview releases are now available in the Beta Channel, Build 22621.2191 and Build 22631.2191 (KB5029336). The builds have the same features, but in Build 22631.2191 they are turned on by default, while in Build 22621.2191 they are turned off by default. Windows 365 Switch, HDR wallpapers, Narrator Natural Voices in more languages are among them.
Windows 11 Build 23521 (Dev) improves taskbar labels, Windows 365 Switch, and much more
Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23521 to the Dev Channel. It allows participating in Windows 365 Switch, enables Windows Copilot for AAD users, features an updated settings page for the Task Manager, allows use of accent color for Dynamic Lighting, and much more.
