Windows 10 MKV support: This is a popular open standard container that is picking up speed on high-definition videos. In Windows 8.1, users still need to install extra codecs or download other software such as VLC to be able to play MKV video files, in Windows 10, MKV will come baked in without extra software or configuration. Windows 10 High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC): With the fast-growing adoption of 4K video, it’s necessary a video compression standard for better video quality while keeping file size smaller....

The company explains that devices will be affected if they have installed the September 16, 2020 or later cumulative update, and then they are updated using the media or an installation source that doesn’t include an update released on October 13, 2020 or later integrated. If you have a device connected to Windows Update or Windows Update for Business, then this problem shouldn’t be an issue, since they always receive the latest version of a new feature update....

Starting July 29th, every Microsoft Store in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada will open their doors to celebrate the release of Windows 10 with many in-store activities, including giveaways, refreshments and different events. The company will be offering a “free upgrade assessment” for your PC or tablet, and a series of Get to Know Windows 10 workshops. On celebration of launch of Windows 10, the first 50 Windows Insiders to visit a Microsoft Store on July 29 will get an exclusive Windows Insiders t-shirt (first-come first-served), and in addition, the store will be offering a Windows Insider Exclusive store offer, valid in-store only July 29- August 2....

Head of the Windows Insider program, Gabriel Aul announced on October 20th that the team is ready to ship a new build of the operating system for phones. However, just like with previous releases, build 10572 includes a bug that blocks users on the current preview to install the next version. As such, users must roll back to Windows Phone 8.1 in order to install Windows 10 Mobile build 10572....

Seeing the recent name choice for version 1803 (April 2018 Update), the new name reference makes a lot of sense, and it seems that Microsoft is following a new pattern when it comes to naming its feature updates. If the name ends up sticking, we can only assume that the next feature update is likely to arrive sometime in October. The “Windows 10 October 2018 Update” is expected to include a number of smaller set of features and improvements compared to the April 2018 Update, including a cloud-powered clipboard experience, dark theme for File Explorer, redesigned Game Bar, and a slew of new settings....

According to a documentation page from Microsoft (spotted by Thurrott.com) details a complete list of the limitations with the version of Windows 10 for ARM-based devices. However, it appears that the list was published by accident, because Microsoft quickly removed the page, and there’s now only a cached copy of the list. Windows 10 on ARM limitations Only ARM64 drivers are supported — While ARM OS has the capabilities to emulate x86 user-mode apps, drivers implemented for other architectures (such as x64 or x86) are not currently emulated and thus not supported on this platform....

KB4103721 bumps the build number to 17134.48, and according to the company, it only addresses a few issues related to App-V, VPN, time zone, Remote Desktop, and patches some security vulnerabilities. Unfortunately, the update doesn’t make any mention that the update fixes recently reported problems, such as the freezing issue with Google Chrome and Cortana, or graphics problems with certain Dell computers. Alongside this update, KB4103727 is also rolling out for Windows 10 Fall Creators Update fixing several problems with that version....

KB4462932 bumps the version number to build 16299.755, according to the company fixes some regional settings, problems with apps, networking, and a lot more. Windows 10 build 16299.755 Microsoft has announced KB4462932 in the Windows support site, and it’s referred as “October 18, 2018—KB4462932 (OS Build 16299.755)”. If you’re already running the Windows 10 version 1709 on your PC, this update will address these problems: Addresses an issue in which searching using Microsoft Outlook Social Connector returns nothing, which causes the People’s pane results to always be empty....

KB4487044 bumps the version number to build 17763.316, and according to the software giant fixes problems regarding authentication, Windows Hello for Business, and an issue that allows users to bypass the Lock screen when using HoloLens. In addition to this cumulative update, Microsoft is also pushing updates for older versions of Windows 10, including for version 1803, 1709, 1703, 1607, and 1507. Update KB4487044 for Windows 10 version 1809 Microsoft has announced KB4487044 in the Windows support site, and it’s referred as “February 12, 2019—KB4487044 (OS Build 17763....

The KB4580386 update brings the version number to 18362.1171 and 18363.1171 depending whether you’re running version 1909 and 1903 respectively. According to the changelogs, the quality update brings the Meet Now in Skype to the taskbar. This is a feature that was introduced with the Insider preview build 20221, and it allows you to quickly connect with family and friends using video or voice, and the call can last up to 24 hours without having to sign up or download additional components....

If you’re unfamiliar, MSDN is a subscription-based service aimed for developers, testers, and network administrators. In the case that you happen to have a subscription, starting immediately, you can download the ISO files for the consumer version of the Windows 10 May 2019 Update as well as the server version of the operating system to perform an in-place upgrade or a clean installation with the latest feature update. Update May 21, 2019: If you don’t have a MSDN subscription, you can now download the Windows 10 version 1903 ISO file using these steps....

MSDN is a subscription-based service aimed for developers, testers, and network administrators, and if you happen to have a subscription, starting immediately, you can download the ISO files for the consumer version of the Windows 10 November 2019 Update as well as the server version of the operating system to perform an in-place upgrade or a clean installation with the latest feature update. How to download Windows 10 version 1909 ISO using MSDN Use these steps to download the Windows 10 ISO directly to the service: Once you complete the steps, you can double-click the file to mount the ISO, and running the Setup....

According to the official changelogs (Windows Insider Preview link), the update KB5012643 includes changes to service the Secure Boot components, addresses memory leak problems, issues with BitLocker, some networking problems, and more. Update KB5012643 fixes and changes for Windows 11 These are the fixes and new features available with the latest update preview of Windows 11: Install Windows 11 build 22000.652 If you want to download and install the Windows 11 build 22000....

When you launch the app on Windows 11, the app will present the interface to start recording audio. You will notice a new visualization for audio when recording or playing audio. Also, there’s an option to select the microphone for the recording quickly. Opening “More options” (three-dotted) menu from the bottom-right, you can access the settings page that lets you change the recording to format to .m4a, .mp3, .wma, ....

The new information comes from a screenshot of a Facebook post — which, of course, doesn’t show the name of the person who posted to protect his/her identity –, that clearly shows the status of various Microsoft products, including: Windows 9, “Windows 365”, Office 365, and a few others. And interesting enough Windows 365 is shown with a status of “Alpha based on Windows Core”. If we look at Microsoft’s current Office 365 offering, it shouldn’t be a mystery that Windows 365 is just an attempt to offer the operating system on a monthly and/or even yearly basis fee model, where users will get free upgrades and more benefits....

According to The Verge report, boot-to-desktop will be disabled by default and users will have to change this behavior if they wish to sign-in straight to the desktop environment. The new functionality will not change the behavior of how users access the Start screen or Charms. As I mentioned before the functionality doesn’t appear in the leak version of Windows 8.1, however the “twinui-CanSuppressStartScreen” is in the registry also confirming it....

In a new blog post from Building Windows 8 site, Microsoft is letting users know that they are listening and paying attention to all the feedback, comments, and in the web reactions on Windows 8. Customization improvements on the Metro Start screen The software giant is in the works to let users customize the Start screen with more options in Windows 8 Beta. “The personalization of the Start screen is one of the features that we want to make great, and we’re still iterating on it and to make it better,” these were the words of Marina Dukhon, senior program manager lead on the Core Experience team, in a new post from the Building Windows 8 blog....

Simply download the app from the Microsoft’s Open Source community CodePlex, run it and with only one click you can switch back and forth without comprising the Windows’ registry. Download link Download Windows 8 StartMenu gadget All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info....

However, as Windows Central has reported, it seems that Microsoft is yet again modifying the terms, and it’s increasing the number of devices that you can install Windows Store apps (and games) to 2000 per account. While it might take a little bit of time until everyone sees the new change reflected in their accounts, many users already see the device limit increased to 2000 devices. In the past, users who reached the device limit were forced to remove devices from their accounts in order to install an app on a new device, but considering that nowadays we sign in to a number of devices with our Microsoft account (e....

There are many task management tools out there, but not too many that are free and meet basic criterias like, for example, being cross-platform, from the desktop computer to the smartphones, and from Windows to Mac that way you are not limited in which way you can access your tasks.Plus it has desktop client software, as well as a web app. This is when you can narrow your search to Wunderlist, a program that is FREE and is available for Windows, Mac OS X, Android, iPad and iPhone....