Microsoft today released a new stable version of the Edge browser. Version 102.0.1245.30 doesn't bring much on the consumer side. There are a few new policies for IT pros, and security fixes.
Microsoft Edge receives a built-in note and file sharing feature called Drop
Microsoft is working on a built-in file and note sharing service for its Edge browser. The new feature is called "Drop". The data you are sharing via the Drop service will be synced across all your instances of Edge, regardless of the platform. E.g. a note filled in on Windows will be available on other Windows devices, along with Edge on Linux and Android running under the same Microsoft account.
Surface Laptop Go 2 specs leaked online
Today, the Surface Laptop Go 2 device was spotted in the catalog of a Korean online store. So we are just days away from its official announcement. Microsoft will probably present the new generation of affordable laptop in the Surface family on June 2, 2022.
Firefox 101 is out with the classic download prompt by default
A new version of Mozilla Firefox is here. The only alternative browser these days, it brings back the classic download prompt. Now the user can again choose what to do with a downloaded file. Previously, it was set to save it directly to the 'Downloads' folder. Besides, it comes with security fixes, with no drastic changes to other areas.
Edge will be able to import data from other browsers every time you launch it
Microsoft Edge has got another change made to its browsing data import mechanism. Earlier, importing your passwords and history from Chrome and Firefox could only be a one-time action. Now it can be set for each time your launch Edge, but only for Chrome.
How to find out SSD, NVMe or HDD in a Windows 11 computer
Many newcomers are often curious how to find out if SSD or HDD is installed in their Windows 11 computer. You can do it relatively quickly and easily. You don't have to open the PC case or disassemble your laptop. Yet the methods may not be that obvious.
How to Enable Desktop Stickers in Windows 11, build 22621 and above
You can now enable Desktop stickers in Windows 11, which are available starting in build 22621 in form of a hidden feature. Perhaps, you have already heard about stickers, which appear in the Dev channel since February.
Edge Dev 103.0.1264.2 is the last release from the 103 branch, comes with new features
Microsoft is about to switch to Edge 104 in the Dev channel, so they released the last binaries from the Edge Dev 103 branch. Developers are teasing "many new and exciting things" coming to the browser. As of now, the Dev channel hosts Edge Dev 103.0.1264.2, which comes with the following list of changes.
OneNote has received Windows 11-like design and new inking features
Microsoft has started testing a new version of OneNote of the Windows 11 design style. This appearance was first introduced last year along with intention to merge OneNote and OneNote for Windows 10 (from the Microsoft Store) into a single OneNote app.
Windows Subsystem for Android is coming to 5 more countries
Microsoft is expanding the availability of the Windows System for Android (WSA) to five more countries. Currently, it is only available in the US, but enthusiasts can get it working anywhere by installing it manually.
