Windows 10 19H1 Preview Build 18353 Here is the list of improvements and fixes you can expect with today’s latest build: We’ve enabled microphone in Windows Sandbox, which among other things will improve several accessibility scenarios.We’ve added functionality to configure the audio input device via the Windows Sandbox config file.We’ve fixed an issue in which the Windows Sandbox time zone was not synchronized with the host.We’ve enabled the Shift + Alt + PrintScreen key sequence in Windows Sandbox which activates the ease of access dialog for enabling high contrast mode....

Windows 10 Preview Build 20150 Here’s a look at the general changes and improvements included in today’s new build: With this week’s build, we’ll be starting to roll out the new search box on the default app settings pages As part of this, we’ve done some work to improve the performance of the search box.The new Korean IME is now available again for Insiders to use.Based on feedback, we’re updating the text of the Settings > Privacy > Location page to clarify that the icon displayed when your location is being used will be displayed in the taskbar....

Windows 10 Build 20226 Today’s build contains storage health monitoring improvements. “This feature is designed to detect hardware abnormalities for NVMe SSDs and notify users with enough time to act.” There are also improvements to Your Phone settings where there is a new Settings page. In addition to the features listed above here is the list of changes and improvements for this build: We’re starting to roll out a change that will turn off theme syncing....

As we mentioned last week, Insiders shouldn’t expect any new features in any releases moving forward. “We are now at the point of the development cycle for the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update where our focus is now on stabilization for release to the world. This means that we intend to release new builds to Insiders more quickly and that these builds will include mostly bug fixes.” Dona Sarkar writes in today’s article announcing this build....

Windows 11 Preview Build 22489 Microsoft is introducing a new Microsoft account page. It is available by going to Settings > Account. In the blog post, Microsoft explains: “Clicking this new entry point brings you to a new settings page that displays information related to your Microsoft account, including your subscriptions for Microsoft 365, links to order history, payment details, and Microsoft Rewards.” Here is the list of improvements and changes contained in today’s new build:...

Microsoft today delivers a second cumulative update (KB3081436) that the company says will improve functionality and resolve security issues. Here’s a look at how Microsoft describes this most recent update: Of course this update will be delivered and installed automatically, but if you want to manually update now, head to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update to download it. A restart is required to complete the updating process....

The memo starts with a story about a man working on an oil platform in the North Sea. The man decides to risk jumping into the cold waters and try to save himself, rather than stay up, when the platform starts burning. This is a metaphor for Nokia needing to think in a completely different way; rather than allow itself to be swallowed by the competition. The Nokia CEO talks about Apple gaining the high-end market and completely “changing the game”, and about Android’s huge growth and the fact that Google draws most of the industry innovation....

When you try to watch/play Bandersnatch on the Apple TV, you will be greeted with several Black Mirror characters saying, “I’m sorry.” That is followed by a message from Netflix letting you know what to look for on your device in order to enjoy the full interactive viewing experience. The screenshot below is what you need to look for — a red badge with a star-burst logo in the upper-right corner....

Ever wanted to get a better idea of what a place looks like from the air but you lack the money to charter a private helicopter? That’s no problem with Google Maps’ latest update, Earth view. Now you can see all of the data from the Google Earth application in your web browser. All it takes is a little plugin. To try it out you’ll need to install the Google Earth Plugin for your web browser....

Bloomberg, quoting two people with knowledge of the matter, say that the company won’t release a new Xbox model until E3 2013, earliest, as it is still making money from the current model. This ends speculation about a new model being announced this year’s E3. The same source says that the new model will probably be shown at next year’s E3, and it will be on the market not long after that....

What Is It? This game is all about logic. Nothing to shoot or collect. You’re given a series of puzzle pieces that have to form one solid “noodle.” The goal is to create the noodle with the least number of moves in the quickest way possible. As you progress, the game gets harder. The developers don’t always add more puzzle pieces, but the game gets more complex. I think of it like Monument Valley without the scenery....

Note: You and the recipient will need to have HTML mode enabled to see the backgrounds. How to Add a Background Picture to Messages in Outlook First, launch Outlook and start a new email. To add the background click the Options tab on the Ribbon. Then click Page Color. The background changes as you hover over each color. To add an image click Page Color » Fill Effects. The Fill Effects screen opens....

For everything to work, you’ll need to make sure network sharing is enabled and your Xbox 360 is powered on. Play Media to Xbox from Server from the Modern UI From the Windows 8 / RT modern UI, I use a free app called My Explorer. It’s an easy to use file explorer for the modern / metro-style UI that lets me get to my server and other drives and network locations quickly....

Currently it doesn’t look like the install media will come on DVD, but on a USB flash drive instead. Although, Gabe Aul said on Twitter: ” Once you upgrade W10 w/ the free upgrade offer you will able to clean reinstall Windows 10 on same device any time.” When the big day comes, we assume you can purchase it via the Windows Store in ISO format that you can then burn to DVD, but that hasn’t been confirmed....

In Adobe Reader, ALT + LEFT instantly takes you back to your “Previous View.” Consider it a back button for a PDF. So, let’s say you are in a Table of Contents and you click a hyperlink that takes you to Chapter 6. Want to go back to the Table of Contents? Just hit ALT + LEFT and zip, you’re there. ALT + RIGHT does the opposite. It takes you to your “Next View” in the same way that the Forward button in a web browser works....

Set Volume Restrictions on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch Go to Settings > Music and scroll down and tap Volume Limit. Then adjust the slider to a lower level that you want the device to max out at. Next go back to the main menu in Settings and tap General, scroll down and tap Restrictions. When you set up Restrictions on iOS, you’ll need to enable a four digit passcode. Make sure to pick something secure that your kid won’t know....

First you need to find the channel codes. To find new channels join a Roku forum, Yahoo Group or check out an online database of hidden channels. After you have the code for the channel you want to add, log into the Roku website. Under My Account click Add a Private Channel. Enter in the channel code. For example, if you want to add the Woot channel, type: BPPIM into the Add Channel field....

If you were expecting the same smartphone with a smaller screen, sorry to let you down. But this does have some great specs, making it an interesting idea for those that love the design of the S III, but think it’s too big to carry around in their pocket. The screen is a 4 inch one (800 x 480 pixels resolution) – the S III has a 4.8 inch touchscreen (1280 x 720 resolution)....

It’s that time of year where families come together, but for the “computer geeks” in the family, holidays can easily become “family tech support” weekend. The geeks at Google apparently share my duty… and to help keep everyone remain sane this year they’ve made a new site for teaching family members a little about computers . The site is called Teach Parents Tech and it’s packed full of simple how-to tech videos designed for the not-so-geeky....

For Facebook users on the old messages system, you won’t have this feature yet, in spite of what was announced last month on the Microsoft Office Blog. Old Facebook messages users can only attach links, photos and videos to their message, whereas new Facebook Messages users can attach anything and everything. But the magic happens when you attach a .doc, .ppt, .xls, .docx, .pptx or .xlsx file. On the recipient’s end, they’ll have a dropdown menu next to the attachment that lets them View on Office....