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The first issue affected external USB devices preventing the installation of Windows 10 feature updates. Some Reddit users reported that the Windows Update section is offering the same update over and over again. This fact took users by surprise since KB4497935 was already installed on their devices. They complained that Windows 10 mistakenly installed the update three times on their machines. Furthermore, when users manually check for updates, the update information section suddenly disappears....

This update focuses on improving the overall security level of your system. More specifically, it blocks Bluetooth connection that are not secure and adds some general security improvements to Windows 10’s main components. At the same time, KB4503293 also brings a few issues of its own. The good news is that these bugs are far and few between. KB4503293 reported issues KB4503293 won’t install There are some Windows 10 users who are still struggling to install this patch on their machines....

This security threat, when exploited, it allows attackers to run arbitrary code with system privileges and then create new users with full access, view, or delete personal data. In other words, this vulnerability is a serious security problem for anyone using the WPS service. You have to know that KB5004945 will show up as a direct update for Windows versions newer than v2004. Users with Windows 10 version 1909 will first get the KB5004946 patch and then the new emergency patch....

This delay has been blamed on the holidays by Linus, saying that they caused development to slow down. Thus, the release window is expected to be pushed back at least one week. Judging by the announcement, we can expect the usual filesystem updates, general kernel additions, and improvements to networking. A lot of improvements coming with 5.16 Did you know that there are lots of driver updates and two of them target Microsoft’s Surface line of devices?...

The Microsoft Band 2 comes with a variety of features and is compatible with Windows, iOS and Android smartphones via Bluetooth 4.0. It includes an optical heart rate monitor, a microphone, GPS, gyroscope, barometer, three-axis accelerometer and other sensors for ambient light, galvanic skin response, UV, skin temperature, as well as a capacitive sensor. Like its predecessor, it focuses mostly on activities related to fitness, but also provides smartwatch-like features....

Unfortunately, a new issue has been recently added on the list: it appears that many Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare pre-order bonuses are missing. Gamers complain that bonuses, such as camo, terminal, or supply drops, are nowhere to be seen. Unfortunately, for the time being, no clear explanation is available as to why this content is missing. The game publisher, Activision has yet to issue any comments on the matter....

MEGA privacy app’s features The app provides you 50GB of free storage space and your data will be encrypted and decrypted by your client devices only, and never by the company itself. In other words, they never become aware of what your online archive contains. You can upload your files from your smartphone or your tablet and search, store, download, stream, view, share, rename, and also delete your files. You will also be able to share folders with your contacts and check out their updates in real time....

Microsoft is planning to release a new operating system called Windows 11 at the end of this year. The company decided to do this because Windows 10’s extremely poor adoption rate. Our sources close to the company tells us that Microsoft even placed fake reports informing us that more than 200 million people have used Windows 10 so far in order to encourage more people to upgrade — unfortunately without any success....

At the Windows 10 event hosted by Microsoft, it specified the availability of this function for those receiving the Windows 10 Creators Update. With this unveiling, it looks like Microsoft is taking steps forward to facilitate its services for eSports and improve the ease of access to its entire customer base. Microsoft officials have been heard saying that Arena is meant to evolve in order for eSports to evolve on Microsoft platforms, the first step towards something bigger....

Based on the MSA, users must sign in regularly to their Microsoft accounts to keep it active. Failing to keep it active gives Microsoft the right to terminate the account as per the MSA (Microsoft Agreement Act). The service agreement is available on the help section of the Microsoft website and will be effective from August 30. Users also have the option to read the entire service agreement. What are the exceptions to the rule?...

The Points system and the Xbox.com PC Marketplace will be closed on August 22nd, so you should better spend your Microsoft Points balance prior to that date. As of you now, you have only one week before Microsoft completely shuts down the services. The Games for Windows Live client software, however, will not be affected, at least initially, letting you play previously purchased games and enjoy the content, as well....

However, courtesy of WalkingCat, some additional details concerning the project have recently leaked in the online space, expanding our current knowledge of the project. What is Microsoft Cloud PC? There are still a lot of unknowns regarding Microsoft Cloud PC, but from what we understand, it’s an Azure-based virtualization service that aims to provide users with Microsoft 365 apps access. In July, a job listing dated June 5 for a Microsoft Cloud PC program manager has been spotted....

App users received two new premium perks. Namely, we’re talking about the Drive Safety and Location Alerts features. What is the Microsoft Family Safety app? Microsoft Family Safety is a nifty app that enables you to protect your dear ones’ physical and digital lives. The app is available on iOS and Android devices since July 28, 2020, and can be downloaded and used for free. The app comprises handy features such as weekly activity reports, screen time limit controls, web browsing, and search filters, as well as purchase request emails....

A few days ago, the Windows Device Recovery Tool was not available for download to the users. The reason was reported to be a temporary glitch that forced Microsoft to pull down download links for Windows Device Recovery Tool. As a resultm users who were using Windows Phones and first-generation HoloLens devices were not able to recover their devices. Moreover, the current users who already had WDRT were also not able to use the tool as Microsoft’s firmware servers were also down at that time....

This is actually a hub for a new way of working in Office. Loop is the new branding for Microsoft’s Fluid work, blocks of collaborative Office content that can live independently and be copied, pasted, and shared with others. Not very different from Fluid, Microsoft’s Loop has three main elements: Loop components, Loop pages, and Loop workspaces. Components are live pieces of content that can exist across multiple apps, updated in real-time, and free for anyone to jump into....

Hotfixes, while never meant to be a permanent solution to software problems, were very useful for users who were facing a single issue with a program. It meant minor fixes could be dealt with quickly without the need to download large updates. Hotfixes were also popular with advanced users who had a Microsoft Premium Support agreement. It was possible to request specific hotfixes by filing a ‘Design Change Request’. These hotfixes were also delivered by the same engineering team responsible for codebases....

The company, whose CEO, Satya Nadella, recently shared an email with its employees over a reshuffle in its leadership, said it will purchase the photovoltaic energy in Virginia, United States. Microsoft’s president, Brad Smith, said in a statement that this is the second solar agreement in Virginia, which will then allow their data centers in the state to be powered fully by solar energy. The company’s total directly purchased renewable energy currently stands at 1....

As Windows Central reports, a new Surface All-in-One device will come in three sizes, including: 21-inch at full HD, 24-inch at 4K, and 27-inch at 4K. Besides alleged screen sizes, no other system’s specifications are known so far. But if Microsoft indeed decides to release this device, we should expect more than just “a regular All-in-One PC”. With Surface AIO, Microsoft apparently wants to make the Surface line even more diverse, and add All-in-One devices to already existing tablets and laptops....

Microsoft also launched a web page labeled msmwcmeetings.com, allowing MWC visitors to arrange meetings during the annual mobile showcase. At this point, it is still uncertain as to what they are planning for the event. It’s no secret the company has sold off or shuttered all of its phone factories, but it does not mean that Microsoft will be left out of the mobile party. MWC is the forefront for manufacturers to showcase their smartphones alongside add-ons ranging from accessories and other goodies....

One of the most important features of the ‘first wave’ of the Creators Update features for Windows 10 is better integration with Microsoft’s own streaming service, Beam. Xbox One users running the Creators Update will be able to stream their gameplay on Beam directly from the game bar. This option will make streaming Xbox One games easy for all users. The main reason for that is the way Beam works....