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Windows 11 nears cross-device Android app resume with Spotify and Office handoffs
technology1 month ago

Windows 11 nears cross-device Android app resume with Spotify and Office handoffs

Microsoft is expanding Windows 11’s cross-device resume beyond OneDrive sessions to hand off Spotify playback, Word/Excel/PowerPoint work, and Edge browsing from a phone to a PC; the feature, in Release Preview testing since August, brings macOS‑like Handoff to Windows and is complemented by MIDI 2.0, improved voice typing, and Windows Hello ESS in the same update.

Intel Bartlett Lake Leaks: P-Core-Only Embedded Lineup Delivers Up to 12 Cores at 5.9 GHz
technology1 month ago

Intel Bartlett Lake Leaks: P-Core-Only Embedded Lineup Delivers Up to 12 Cores at 5.9 GHz

A new leak outlines Intel's Bartlett Lake, a P-core-only lineup for embedded/edge use, with Core 5, Core 7, and Core 9 SKUs offering up to 12 Performance cores, up to 36 MB L3 cache, and turbo clocks up to 5.9 GHz; the flagship 273PQE reportedly has 12 P-cores, while Core 7 variants have 10 and Core 5 variants 6–8 cores. Official launch hasn't been announced, and some vendors may list these chips unofficially in the DIY market.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series: Design Changes and Launch Updates
technology3 months ago

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series: Design Changes and Launch Updates

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S26 series around February, with the Galaxy S26 Edge being scrapped from the lineup, possibly to be released later outside the main series. The Galaxy S26 Plus has returned to its original role, and the series will feature either Exynos 2600 or Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipsets, with Qualcomm expected to power the majority of devices.

Microsoft Edge Game Assist: Revolutionizing In-Game Browsing for Gamers
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Edge Game Assist: Revolutionizing In-Game Browsing for Gamers

Microsoft has introduced Game Assist, a new feature for its Edge browser, aimed at enhancing the gaming experience by integrating with the Windows Game Bar. This "game-optimized" version of Edge can overlay on games, offering game-specific guides and information. Currently in beta, it supports a limited number of games and requires using the Microsoft Edge Beta as the default browser. The feature aims to streamline access to gaming resources, though its requirement to set Edge as the default browser may limit its adoption.

Microsoft Edge's New Tactic to Reclaim Chrome Users
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Edge's New Tactic to Reclaim Chrome Users

Microsoft Edge is once again attempting to import Chrome tabs without user consent, as a new update prompts users to bring over data from other browsers. This follows previous instances where Edge automatically launched and imported Chrome data, raising concerns about Microsoft's tactics to push Edge over Chrome. Despite user backlash, Microsoft continues to implement strategies to encourage Edge adoption, including making it difficult to switch default browsers in Windows 11 and using misleading prompts.

Microsoft Revives MSN Brand with New Logo, Retires 'Microsoft Start'
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Revives MSN Brand with New Logo, Retires 'Microsoft Start'

Microsoft is reviving the MSN brand, replacing the "Microsoft Start" branding in its Edge browser with a new MSN logo. This move unifies Microsoft's news content services under the MSN brand, reversing a 2021 decision to rebrand many MSN services as "Microsoft Start." The change will not affect functionality, and the MSN.com homepage will continue to serve as the central hub for Microsoft's news content. The MSN brand, which has been a staple since 1995, remains a nostalgic and recognizable name despite its diminished prominence.