Tag: Windows 10

‘Fallout Shelter’ arrives on Windows 10 and Xbox One next week

Mobile games have been making their way to consoles at a semi-regular clip lately. Most recently it was Square Enix

Windows 10 took small step back among Steam gamers in January, fell below 50%

Windows 10 passed the 25-percent market share threshold for operating systems, but dropped back below 50 percent among Steam users in January. That should change with the upcoming Creators Update and its gaming improvements.The post Windows 10 took small step back among Steam gamers in January, fell below 50% appeared first on Digital Trends.

New Dell XPS 13 and 15 now available with fingerprint scanner, Windows Hello

If you've pre-ordered the updated XPS 15 notebook and want a fingerprint scanner, then you'll want to give Dell a call and update your order. the option is also available on the XPS 13 model.The post New Dell XPS 13 and 15 now available with fingerprint scanner, Windows Hello appeared first on Digital Trends.

Microsoft wants Windows 10 hardware makers to get creative in 2017

Microsoft has revealed what it wants to see from Windows 10 device makers during 2017. The company covers five categories of devices spanning creators, PC gamers, mixed reality, peripherals, and IoT gadgets.The post Microsoft wants Windows 10 hardware makers to get creative in 2017 appeared first on Digital Trends.

Microsoft wants Windows 10 hardware makers to get creative in 2017

Microsoft has revealed what it wants to see from Windows 10 device makers during 2017. The company covers five categories of devices spanning creators, PC gamers, mixed reality, peripherals, and IoT gadgets.The post Microsoft wants Windows 10 hardware makers to get creative in 2017 appeared first on Digital Trends.

Microsoft’s Project Neon visual design has Windows 10 developers revved up

A Windows 10 developer created a preview app that takes advantage of the Project Neon elements found in the latest build for insiders. Project Neon is Microsoft's new design language to provide a visually attractive experience.The post Microsoft’s Project Neon visual design has Windows 10 developers revved up appeared first on Digital Trends.

Windows 10 continues to gain OS market share, crosses 25 percent mark

Windows 10 continues to make slow but steady progress in taking over the reins from Windows 7. According to the latest NetMarketShare data, Windows 10 has passed the 25-percent mark.The post Windows 10 continues to gain OS market share, crosses 25 percent mark appeared first on Digital Trends.

Epic’s Tim Sweeney isn’t thrilled about the locked nature of Windows 10 Cloud

Epic Games co-founder Tim Sweeney hopped on Twitter to criticize the "cloud" version of Windows 10 targeting Chromebooks, which will supposedly be locked down, forcing users to depend solely on apps sold in the Windows Store.The post Epic’s Tim Sweeney isn’t thrilled about the locked nature of Windows 10 Cloud appeared first on Digital Trends.

Windows 10 Creators Update will bring a much-improved Microsoft Edge browser

Microsoft's Edge browser team hasn't been standing still, and the company's newest browser product is slated for some nice updates. Microsoft has posted a summary of all of the new Edge features coming with the Windows 10 Creators Update,The post Windows 10 Creators Update will bring a much-improved Microsoft Edge browser appeared first on Digital Trends.

The ghost of Windows RT may live on in Microsoft’s ‘cloud’ version of Windows 10

Last week brought reports that Microsoft is working on a cloud-based version of Windows 10. However, sources clarified that it won't stream to devices, but will be similar to Google's Chrome OS on Chromebooks.The post The ghost of Windows RT may live on in Microsoft’s ‘cloud’ version of Windows 10 appeared first on Digital Trends.

Windows 10 finally displays download progress for purchased apps

Turns out that Game Mode and streaming via Windows 10's built-in Beam app were only the tip of the update

The latest Windows 10 Insider Build will get you into game mode

Whether you're in the fast ring, or hanging back in the slow ring, there are lots of new features in Microsoft's latest beta update to Windows 10. Highlights include Game Mode, a settings panel just for PC gaming, and new emojis.The post The latest Windows 10 Insider Build will get you into game mode appeared first on Digital Trends.

Microsoft may use the cloud to fill its promise of one operating system for all devices

Microsoft is reportedly working on a "cloud shell" for Windows 10 to adapt the platform for the modern multi-device computing world. The news follows a previous report that Microsoft is working on an adaptive shell for Windows 10 too.The post Microsoft may use the cloud to fill its promise of one operating system for all devices appeared first on Digital Trends.

Beam, Windows 10 Game Mode tests start tomorrow on XB1 and PC

Starting tomorrow, Creators Update features coming in for testing are integrated support for Beam streaming on both platforms, Cortana updates

Microsoft is making Windows 10 security easier

It's easy to mock bad passwords and phishing scam victims, but PC security is hard to grok for the average

Microsoft is testing an ebook store on Windows 10

Microsoft has unveiled an ebook store in the latest Windows 10 Insider Preview, the first time it has dabbled in

Windows 10 is spamming Chrome users with a Microsoft shopping app

Microsoft really wants you to install and use its products on your computer. Beyond the myriad Start menu ads plaguing

Windows 10 is about to get a high-performance Game Mode

Microsoft made a big fuss out of the Windows 10 Creators Update's gaming features, and it's nearly ready to start

Windows 10 Creators update tracks your work on multiple PCs

Microsoft has showed off more of what's coming in the Creators update in April. The latest "Fast Ring" Insider Preview,

Windows 10 Creators Update will add tab previews and a night mode

Windows 10's Creators Update will have its fair share of pleasant surprises, apparently. Microsoft has released a new Windows

Dolby Atmos audio is coming to the Xbox One and Windows 10 next year

Earlier this week, Microsoft announced that Dolby Atmos surround sound support was coming to the Xbox One -- but only

With Windows 10 on ARM, Microsoft is coming for the Chromebook — and might win

Microsoft is taking on Chromebooks with a new ARM-based version of Windows 10, and everyone wins.Microsoft is coming for your

Windows 10 preview lets Cortana play music, turn off your PC

Cortana is the star of a big new Windows 10 Insider Preview build. Microsoft says that voice control of your

Windows 10 is coming to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon mobile chips

Microsoft's first attempt at bringing Windows to ARM-powered machines was, shall we say, not a good idea. But perhaps the

Microsoft expands its accessibility efforts on Windows 10

Microsoft is keen on making sure people with disabilities can use their products, and next year it's only going to

Apple Updates Boot Camp Drivers to Fix Major Issue Causing Blown Speakers on New MacBook Pros

Apple has released updated audio drivers to fix a major issue causing blown out speakers on new MacBook Pro models

4K Netflix is finally available on Windows 10 PCs

Netflix has been pushing out 4K content to its apps on streaming boxes and Smart TVs for awhile, but the

Microsoft hints at what you’ll need to run Windows 10 VR headsets

There's still much we don't know about Microsoft's plan to deliver virtual reality in Windows 10. At this point, we've

Microsoft’s Paint 3D app arrives on Windows 10 preview

Microsoft has incorporated its revamped Paint 3D app into the latest Windows 10 Insider Preview build. First announced as part

Ender Dragon is coming for your Windows 10 ‘Minecraft’ realms

Microsoft is all about unified apps these days and that applies to its $2.5 billion baby Minecraft, too. The Pocket

Windows 10’s virtual trackpad turns tablets into mice

Microsoft has begun testing out a new virtual trackpad feature in Windows 10, allowing users to turn their tablets into

The first VR-ready Windows 10 phone is incredibly basic

Google is leading the mobile VR race with its Daydream platform and headset, but Microsoft is getting ready to join