In addition to the Web Media Extension package that adds support for Vorbis, Theora and Ogg codecs to Windows 10, Microsoft has released the AV1 Video Extension. It is now available in the Microsoft Store.
Firefox will get the direct extension removal feature
Firefox 64 is the upcoming version of the popular browser. As of this writing, it is available to users on the Beta channel. Its recent builds feature a nice option in the extension context menu that will allow removing an extension directly from the browser.
Chrome 71 will warn users about unclear subscription sign-ups
As you may remember, starting in December 2018, Chrome 71 will remove all ads on the small number of sites with persistent abusive experiences. In addition, the browser will warn users about web pages with unclear mobile billing services.
Improved Storage Settings Page in Windows 10 Build 18277
Yet another improvement has been spotted in Windows 10 Build 18277. The updated 'Storage' page in Settings allows the user to see disk usage at a glance, and take an action instantly.
Vivaldi 2.2: Better Widevine (EME) support on Linux
The team behind the most innovative Vivaldi browser released a new snapshot of the upcoming version of the app. Vivaldi 2.2.1360.4 includes a number of nice media improvements for Linux users, resolves a bunch of issues, and features the Chromium engine version 71.
Turn On or Off Camera and Microphone in Microsoft Edge Application Guard
Windows Defender Application Guard is an extra security feature of Windows 10. When enabled, it implements a sandbox for the built-in web browser, Microsoft Edge, in Windows 10. Starting in Windows 10 Build 18277, you can manage access to your camera and microphone while browsing using Application Guard for Microsoft Edge.
Easily Customize Action Center Buttons in Windows 10
Action Center is a useful feature of Windows 10. It stores notifications about all important events like updates, maintenance and security warnings in a single place. Action Center comes with Quick Action buttons - a set of buttons which allow you to manage various system functions quickly and instantly. With recent updates of Windows 10, you customize these quick actions right from the right-click menu.
Download Camera and Microphone for Microsoft Edge Application Guard
Camera and Microphone for Microsoft Edge Application Guard.
Use these Registry files to enable or disable Camera and Microphone access for Microsoft Edge with Application Guard in Windows 10. The undo tweak is included.
Windows 10 Build 18277 Released (Fast Ring)
Microsoft is releasing a new build from the development branch (the next Windows 10 version, currently known as version 1903, or 19H1). Insiders in the Fast Ring are getting Windows 10 Build 18277.
Windows 10 19H1 may bring call mirroring
The next feature update to Windows 10, currently known as '19H1', may get a new built-in app that will allow mirroring calls. Windows 10 already comes with the Your Phone app that allows the user to send and receive texts, and interact with photos from your gallery. The app may be its successor.
