As of this writing, Windows 10 on ARM is an ARM64 platform, which only supports 32-bit x86 apps via a built-in emulator. It is not possible to run traditional 64-bit apps in this OS. Earlier, we mentioned that this will eventually be changed. Finally, Microsoft today announced that the change goes live in November 2020.
Windows 10 Build 19042.546 released (20H2, Beta & Release Preview)
In addition to Windows 10 Build 20226 in the Dev channel, Microsoft has released Windows 10 build 19042.546 to the Beta and Release Preview channels. The update is released as a cumulative update and does not include any new features. Microsoft is finalizing Windows 10 version 20H2 before it hits the production branch.
PowerToys 0.23 is out with bug fixes only, no conference muting tool yet
Microsoft has released a maintenance update for the stable version of the PowerToys suite. While previously the company has announced the conference muting tool coming to the stable PowerToys, this release doesn't include it. It only comes with bugfixes and general improvements.
Microsoft is rolling out new Settings page for the Your Phone app
Recently we have covered a change that was coming to the Your Phone app. Microsoft was internally working on a new Settings page for the built-in Your Phone app. The updated Settings have the options arranged by categories, and a new 'My Devices' section. The change has officially become available to Insiders.
Windows 10 Build 20226 is out with Storage health monitoring
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 20226 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. This build introduces Storage health monitoring to protect user data.
PowerShell 7.1.0 RC 1 is available for download
PowerShell 7.1, the upcoming version of the cross-platform scripting solution available on Windows, MacOS, and Linux, is getting closer to its release. Today, its Release Candidate version 1 has become available for download.
Skype 8.65 is able to recognize ‘Raise hand’ gesture, has Background Blur on Android, and more!
Microsoft today released Skype Insider version 8.65, a new major update to the app with several new features. Version 8.65.76.73 is notable for such features as Raise hand, support for Background Blur on Android, Smart suggestions on iOS, and a few more.
Unlock Windows 10 20H2 features in Windows 10 version 2004 without upgrading
How to Unlock Windows 10 20H2 features in Windows 10 version 2004 without upgrading
While Windows 10 version 20H2 development is actually over, and the OS is coming in a few weeks to the public, you can get its features right now if you are running Windows 10 version 2004. Similar to versions 1903 and 1909, Windows 10 version 20H2 'May 2020 Update' and Windows 10 version 2004 'October 2020 Update' share the underlying files, so it is a matter of a single registry tweak to get features like the new colorful Start menu right in Windows 10 version 2004 without upgrading the operating system.
Quinto Black CT v3.6 is out with new features, now comes with an installer
A new release of the popular Quinto Black CT skin for the good old Winamp player is available. Version 3.6 is the first release that comes with an installer that allows choosing the skin components. Besides the installer, it also includes a number of new features and fixes.
Microsoft Edge now allows pinning the Favorites bar
Microsoft has ported yet another feature of the classic EdgeHTML app to its modern Chromium-based successor. Now it is possible to pin the Favorites bar, so the flyout will stick to the right edge of the browser and remain visible on the screen.
