Today, a new version of the Windows Store app was released to Insiders on the Fast Ring. Its change log is quite interesting for anyone who tracks recent changes in appearance and behavior of Windows 10 Creators Update.
Cortana is getting massive change in Windows 10 Creators Update
In the upcoming release of Windows 10 Creators Update, Microsoft has decided to make significant changes to the built-in digital assistant, Cortana. The Redmond giant prepared a bunch of new features, which were discovered in the recently leaked Windows 10 build 14997.
There is Green Screen of Death in Windows 10 build 14997
A new discovery was made regarding the recently leaked Windows 10 Build 14997. Instead of a blue screen of death (BSOD), it shows errors on a green background. Here's the story behind it.
You can now use JavaScript and WebGL in your HoloLens apps
Even if Microsoft is already quietly working on a new hardware revision for its augmented reality headset, HoloLens, there is still place for improvements to be done to the current platform. That said, Microsoft is trying to attract even more developers by supporting more tools and technologies on its platforms. Almost a week ago, Microsoft quietly released the HoloJS framework on its GitHub page.
Get Copy Path Always Visible in Context Menu in Windows 10
You can add Copy Path context menu command in Windows 10 without even the requirement to hold down the Shift key when right clicking. With a simple Registry tweak, you can make Copy Path menu item always visible in the right click menu of File Explorer. This is very convenient and time saving. Let's see how it can be done.
Beam accounts will be merged with Xbox Live, new features and logo announced
Microsoft acquired the live streaming service, Beam back in August and it hasn't made any major changes to the platform so far. Last week, the company announced the first set of improvements coming in a few weeks to all of its users and available right now to Beam Pro subscribers. The service also introduced new branding assets and a new logo which you can see below.
A new Game Mode is coming to Windows 10
A new secret feature in the recently leaked Windows 10 Creators Update build 14997 was discovered today. The upcoming major update to Windows 10 is getting a special Game Mode to boost game performance and provide the best experience for gamers.
Updated Office apps for Android add SVG support and more
A few days ago, Microsoft started rolling out a minor update to its Office apps suite for Android devices, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Users of these apps can now use SVG (Scalable Vector Graphic) images in their documents and presentations. This new build is similar to the one that was released two weeks ago for Office Insider Program members and includes all of the latest changes from it.
Add Ribbon Command to Context Menu in Windows 10
You can add any Ribbon command to the right click menu in Windows 10. It is not a complicated trick, but involves Registry editing. Using the instructions below, you will be able to add any Ribbon command to the context menu of File Explorer.
Instagram now supports live video streaming on Windows 10 devices
The recent app update for Instagram on Windows 10 has finally added live video streaming support for both mobile and PC devices. Live videos were already available on Android and iOS and became really popular. It's one of the recent features the service has introduced to increase its popularity among active Snapchat users.
