The October 2019 firmware update, according to the company, finally resolves the issue where dedicated graphics adapter would disappear unexpectedly from Device Manager. In addition, the new update also fixes the problem where the processor will throttle down significantly. Here’s the list of changes available with the Surface Book 2 firmware update for October 2019: Surface Base 2 Firmware Update – Firmware: 1.75.139.0 improves battery stability. Surface System Aggregator – Firmware: 182....

What’s new on the Surface Pro? Although at first glance, the device looks identically to its predecessor, Microsoft says that there more than 800 new custom parts. These new parts introduce a lot of refinements that makes the Surface Pro lighter (1.69 pounds), thinner (8.5mm) with rounded edges, and more powerful than before. As for the tech specs in the 2017 model of the tablet, Microsoft is adding Intel’s 7th-generation Kaby Lake (U-series) processor, and while some of the models, including those featuring a Core m3 and Core i5 have completely fan-less design, the Core i7 model will have fan, but very quiet ones according to Microsoft....

Surface Pro 4 incorporates a larger screen, 6th Generation Intel Skylake processors, Windows 10, specially crafted camera for Windows Hello, a new Surface Pen and a pen storage. Microsoft’s Panos Panay unveiled the Surface Pro 4 during the Windows 10 Devices event in New York City, who also reminded us that with Surface the challenge of whether to choose a tablet or a laptop as our main computing device is gone....

According to iFixit, if you needed to repair your Surface Pro 4, you could theoretically replace the Solid-State Drive. Then the battery is attached with a strong adhesive that makes the entire replacement process very hard. You could replace a few parts, but you still have to get inside of the tablet, which is not easy. The Surface Pro 4 uses non-standard connectors that make the display removal a complicated task, but iFixit notes that the procedure to remove the display is easier than the Surface Pro 3, because it uses less adhesive....

According to the device support website, the updates for Surface Book 3 and Surface Laptop 3 are meant to address problems with wireless networking, Bluetooth connectivity, patch security vulnerabilities, and improve security. The one for Surface Pro X resolves an external display connection problem, Device Manager error, and marges support for both SQ1 and SQ2 devices. Then the update for the Surface Duo includes fixes Android UI stability improvements, patches security vulnerabilities, and fixes several problems with the device....

Microsoft made available a “Fix it” (KB2794220) to temporarily resolve the new vulnerability in Internet Explorer 8, 7 and 6 — Check out the article to download the workaround (Note that IE10 and version 9 aren’t affected). Thinking on getting a job in technology? Then you should download the new colorful infographic to help you find your dream career at the largest software company in the world, Microsoft. Also, learn how to get started programming your first Windows 8 app in HTML and JavaScript with a free ebook, courtesy of Microsoft Press....

Many people are currently using the developer preview of Windows Phone 8.1, but what many probably don’t know is that this new update also brings an improved Internet Explorer 11. According to the software maker the new version of IE 11 brings quickly access to websites, unlimited tabs, in-line video playback for YouTube, better sync, download files capability, and a lot more. This week also I shared with you how to download Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8....

As we are coming closer to Microsoft releasing Windows 10 to the public, we’re now hearing that the company is already working in the next wave of updates for its new operating system. The project is called “Redstone” and it’s a two-part update arriving in 2016. The first part of the update is supposed to release in June and the second part of the update should arrive in October of the same year....

The software giant also publishes new documentation to explain how the Windows 10 activation works, and what’s the difference between the new “digital entitlement” and the old product key activation method. Early this week, Microsoft “accidentally” listed the upcoming Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL in the online store confirming some rumors that have been circulating for several weeks. Also a new video rendering shows the upcoming Lumia 950 XL in 360 degrees....

Did you noticed that Surface comes with Windows RT? What you may not know is that Windows RT share many characteristics of Windows 8, including the user interface, but it is not Windows 8. To understand what I mean check out the article that will help to make a better decision when purchasing your new device. Also this week the software giant updated its software managers for mice and keyboards, consolidating the two with Mouse and Keyboard Center 2....

While the site is open to everything tech related, the primary focus is Windows for consumers, and this year more than ever PUREinfoTech delivered a lot of great articles with the only goal of help you get the most out of your gadgets. There has been a number of big announcements and product releases, and those that stood out made it to the homepage. PUREinfoTech has come a long way, and it’s not just another regular blog, it’s a great resource to help you on Windows, Xbox, Surface, and a number of other products and other things tech....

If you are just starting in windows 7, below we listed a of couple articles and some instructions to help cover the basics: How to customize desktop, folders, and libraries icons in Windows 7 Step by step creating and sharing Windows 7 Themes And to not leave anybody out of the game, here is how to change a desktop wallpaper in Windows 7 as well: Harvest Time – Microsoft Windows Personalization Gallery Harvest is a wonderful theme pack, perfect for Thanksgiving, and it comes with 15 beautiful, colorful, and great resolution wallpapers....

Now the app client is back, as Tweetro+, but there is a catch, the Windows 8 app now will reach users pockets, that’s right, now users will have to pay $9.99 (early bird special), or $12.99 in a couple of weeks — that is at least a fat million dollar if the app sale reaches the next 100,000 users –. This is the last thing that the developers may wanted to do, but moving forward, they will have to pay to Twitter to get access to their API library....

If you already visited Pureinfotech today and you read the latest how-to articles on Windows 8, but you want more, this is your lucky day: The software giant has just published the video of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on their site for streaming or download. Visit this Microsoft News Center to watch the event or click the image below. Source Microsoft News Center All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied....

In the YouTube clip above you can notice that the tech giant added the support to show the desktop wallpaper in the Start screen, together with the new Start button animation when moving back and forth between experiences, and Microsoft is also adding the option to go straight to All Apps page when you click the Start button instead of the tiled Start screen. Source YouTube All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied....

Windows 10 build 18363.327 from the 19H2 update rolls out in the Release Preview ring, but just as a test update. Microsoft revealed that will be hosting a new press event in October to introduce new Surface devices. In addition, the company announced that will be bringing its exFAT file system to the Linux kernel. Windows Terminal version 0.4 releases with a bunch of new improvements. Businesses still running Windows 7 machines will continue to receive free security updates after January 2020, for an additional year, but as long as they have an active qualifying subscription....

If you’re part of the Windows Insider Program, Microsoft made available Windows 10 build 19555 in the Fast ring with several changes, but not new features. Ahead of the official release, Microsoft also released a preview of the upcoming Xbox One February Update revealing various changes, including a redesigned home screen and improvements to manage games and more. Surface Pro 7, Surface Laptop 3, and Surface Studio (first and second generation) received new firmware updates with changes to improve the overall experience....

Windows 10 version 1909, 1903, as well as previous versions, including version 1809, 1803, and 1709 receive an optional update to address problem that may display a limited or no internet connection status in the notification area on computers that use a manual or auto-configured proxy, especially with a Virtual Private Network (VPN). As part of the Windows 10 version 2004 development, you can now watch the walkthrough video with everything is coming with the first semi-annual update....