Last Friday, Microsoft released an optional cumulative update to users of Windows 10 version 1903 'May 2019 Update', which is build 18362.329. After installing the update, a lot of users have been reporting about high CPU usage by Cortana and SearchUI.exe. Microsoft has finally confirmed the issue and is about to ship a fix in an upcoming release.
Microsoft To Remove Adobe Flash from IE11 and Edge by December 2020
As you may remember, in 2017 Microsoft had announced that they will discontinue the Adobe Flash plugin and remove it from their browsers, Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge. As of now, Microsoft has deprecated both the classic Edge app and Internet Explorer, and is actively working on the Chromium-based Edge version. The company has shared a few more details on what will happen in December 2020.
Microsoft Edge Chromium Stable Branch is updated with build 77.0.235.17
The stable Edge Chromium branch has received a new update. It looks like this branch shares the updates with the Beta channel. As of now, Edge build 77.0.235.17 is available both in the Beta and Stable branches.
More New Windows 10 Icons: File Explorer, Groove Music, Solitaire
Microsoft continues their work on updating icons for built-in Windows 10 apps. A set of new icons has been revealed that features the updated icon appearance for File Explorer, Groove, and Solitaire following the modern Fluent Design.
Enable Loading of userChrome.css and userContent.css in Firefox
How to Enable Loading of userChrome.css and userContent.css in Firefox
Starting in Firefox 69, the browser does not load userChrome.css or userContent.css by default. Users who use these files to tweak and customize their Firefox may want to re-enable them. Thankfully, it is easily can be done. There is a special option you need to turn on the about:config page.
Firefox 69 is out, here’s what’s new
Mozilla is releasing a new version of their popular Firefox browser to the stable branch. Firefox 69 includes improvements made to performance, content blocking, and tracking protection. Also, the browser changes the behavior for Flash.
Skype 8.52.76.76 Allows Scheduling a Call for Groups
Microsoft is releasing a new Skype Insider Preview version to Insiders. The app version 8.52.76.76 includes two new features: the ability to schedule a call for groups, and drag-n-drop support for conversations.
Movies & TV and Weather Apps Receive New Colorful Icons
Microsoft continues to update icons for the built-in apps. Movies & TV and Weather is receiving brand new colorful icons, following Camera, Mail, Calendar, Snip & Sketch, and Microsoft Office.
A New Lock Screen Layout Has Been Discovered in Windows 10 Build 18970
As you may remember, build 18932 of Windows 10 '20H1' introduced a new hidden lock screen with a search box. In the recently released Insider Preview build 18970, there is a new element layout in addition to the search box.
Enable or Disable Sound Output Device in Windows 10
How to Enable or Disable a Sound Output Device in Windows 10
In Windows 10, the user can specify the default sound output device. This can be speakers, a Bluetooth device, headphones, or other audio device connected to your PC or built into your device. Today, we will see how to disable or enable a sound device in Windows 10.