A new Edge build hits the Dev channel of the browser. With version 90.0.818.0, Dev channel users receive the ability to sort the list of Collections, drag and drop files out of the Downloads flyout, and more.
Windows 10 Build 19043.867 (21H1) is available in the Beta channel
In addition to today's security updates, Microsoft released one more patch to fix vulnerabilities in the upcoming "21H1" feature update. Currently, the newest OS is being tested in the Beta channel. The patch is 21H1 Build 19043.867 (KB5000802).
Microsoft releases these security updates for Windows 10
Microsoft today released a set of patches for supported Windows 10 versions. Patches resolve a vulnerability in the printing subsystem, and also include a number of other security fixes and general improvements.
Microsoft unifies Edge desktop and mobile codebase
Microsoft Edge offers the same user experience on all desktop platforms, excluding a few Microsoft Account-specific features missing on Linux. However, on mobile platforms things are different. On Android, Microsoft Edge is still on Chromium 77. On iOS, the browser uses an entirely different engine due to Apple's restrictive policies. This fragmentation makes developing the browser much more challenging and slower. To maintain all three versions and release new features simultaneously, Microsoft has to code a single thing three times. The first is for desktop, the second is for Android, and the third is for iOS. To get rid of this obstacle, Microsoft is working on unifying the codebase between all platforms.
Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge now supports Wikipedia
Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge use lots of shared code thanks to the underlying Chromium project, but the latter offers more exciting and unique features. The Immersive Reader is one of the tools that set Edge apart from the mainstream competition. It allows users to customize the reading experience and make it more accessible. Microsoft continually improves Immersive Reader and adds new capabilities. Besides, it actively enhances compatibility with different websites. Wikipedia is the latest such addition.
AMD processors are coming to 13-inch Surface Laptop 4
15-inch Surface Laptop 3 is the only computer from Microsoft that runs on AMD CPU. According to the recent report from WinFuture, Microsoft is about to end this exclusivity. In the upcoming Surface Laptop 4, the company will offer AMD configurations in both 13-inch and 15-inch form-factors. Users will be free to choose what CPU they want in both sizes.
Surface Laptop 3 received battery life improvements with the latest firmware
If you own a 13-inch Intel-based Surface Laptop 3, Microsoft has a few firmware updates for your computer. These do not bring new features or significant changes, but you will enjoy the battery life improvements, fixes for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi stability, audio refinements, and security patches.
Microsoft releases Windows 10 build 21327.1010 to test servicing pipeline
Microsoft has released a new cumulative update for Windows 10 build 21327, which was recently released to Insiders in the Dev channel. It doesn't include new features. Microsoft's intention is to test their servicing pipeline.
Surface Go and Laptop Go receive new firmware updates
If you own one of the most affordable Surface computers, there are a few firmware updates for you on Windows Update. Right after updating the first and second-gen Surface Laptop, Microsoft is updating the original Surface Go, Surface Go 2, and the recently introduced Surface Laptop Go device. As usual, do not expect new features or significant changes. Today's firmware updates bring only fixes, minor improvements, and fresh drivers.
Users report broken File History after the latest Patch Tuesday updates
File History now shows the Your data is not yet backed up error message.
It looks like February Patch Tuesday for latest Windows 10 versions was not the smoothest one. Microsoft has already confirmed that the KB4601319 update can break some webcams. Now, users report the broken File History feature after installing the latest updates on Windows 10 2004 and 20H2.
