The suite is being rolled out in different packages, each one with a different set of applications, features and prices. The most noticeable change here, besides the product itself, is that in the U.S., UK and many other well-established markets, buying a boxed version of Office will not include a physical DVD as anyone would expect. Instead the software giant is simply wrapping a product code in a box, which then users have to use to download the installation files....

These new changes are visual improvements to match the design language of Windows 11. For instance, OneNote will incorporate the mica material around the frame, adding blur and using the desktop wallpaper to shine the colors through the interface. You will also see rounded corners, a redesigned ribbon menu with a new simplified view, and new animations. The app will also update the navigation pane, pages, section tabs, notebook drop-down, and full-screen mode, among other elements....

People Presence is a new feature in to help users see who else is working on the same notebook or in the same OneNote page simultaneously, no matter which client they are using. Syncing is also improving with the latest update, which makes edits sync between devices almost in real-time. Source Microsoft All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk....

Today, the company released an emergency patch which they assure mitigates the vulnerabilities with security alert CVE-2013-0422 and CVE-2012-3174. The update also changes the default security setting for Java to “High”, which means that from now on, users will need to acknowledge any Java applets before they can run in the computer. Oracle also recommends to apply the update as soon as possible, since it does not take a lot skills for someone to create something that could put your system at risk....

If you’re not familiar, Progressive Web Apps are a modern approach to design apps. Essentially, these are web apps with features that make them behave pretty much like native apps. Some of these features can include push notifications, background data refresh, offline support, and more. Starting with the Redstone 4 update, Windows 10 will include support for Progressive Web Apps thanks to EdgeHTML 17, which is the rendering engine behind Edge that enables Service Workers, Push, Cache APIs, and other technologies to allow this new type of apps to run in the desktop....

Although using Bluetooth to connect your mouse is more convenient, and you save a USB port in the process, there are some limitations. For example, when using Bluetooth more often than not, you’ll come across connectivity problems, such as stutter, lag, or freeze as you try to move the pointer around or the peripheral will stop responding entirely. Alongside the connectivity problems, because of most Bluetooth chips being embedded with the wireless network adapter, sometimes there are driver conflicts or configuration problems....

Sticky Notes has been around for years, but starting with version 3.0, the app introduces a new design with a Sticky Notes tray to quickly find and organize your notes, and more importantly, the app now syncs your notes across devices using your Microsoft account. Even further, Sticky Notes now also syncs to your Android device through OneNote. In the latest beta version of the popular note-taking app, you’ll find a new Sticky Notes button that lets you access your notes....

The update for Surface Book 2 is dated August 14, and it improves Windows Hello experience and fixes processor throttling. The firmware for Surface Pro X addresses security, improves system stability, and enables the Eye Contact feature. Both updates are available for devices running Windows 10 version 1903 or higher. Surface Book 2 firmware update The following improvements are available for Surface Book 2: Intel AVStream Camera 2500 30.18305.6.12414: Improves the Windows Hello camera experience and resolves stability issues....

A recovery image is a package that contains the Windows 10 installation files, in addition to device drivers, and default applications specifically designed for the Surface Book 2. Once you download the image, you can copy the files to a USB flash drive, which you can then boot from and reset the device offline. In this guide, you’ll earn the steps to download the Surface Book 2 recovery image from Microsoft....

These updates are available for devices running Windows 10 version 1903 and higher releases, and they are meant to address problems and improve components like camera, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. According to the company support page, the update for Surface Studio 2 was released on April 7, the one for Surface Pro 6 was made available on April 8, and the one for Pro 7 and Surface Book 3 on April 9....

If you’re thinking on doing your own repairs, think again, as iFixit rates Surface Pro 1 out of 10 for how easy it is to repair. The masters of teardown advice that upgrading the SSD is almost impossible, due to the risk of breaking the cables that surround the device. However, Microsoft didn’t glue or solder the battery, so the good thing here is that if you’re not scared about voiding the warranty and you feel that you have what it takes, you can open the Surface and swap the battery....

LibreOffice: the free alternative to Microsoft Office 2013 worth considering: There is a free alternative to Microsoft Office 2013 and its name is LibreOffice, which is a free open source project with all the office applications you need to get the work done. Watch This: How Microsoft visions the future in 5-10 years: Like in previous years, Microsoft has released yet another video showcasing how we might be using technology in 5 to 10 years, and according to the software giant, it’s all about freeing applications from the screen and move them around devices via gesture and speech....

Welcome to Pureinfotech: Tech Recap edition. Each weekend I will bring you a compilation articles of the week, including how-to guides, features, tech news, and more. This is simply a list with a brief description of pieces you might have missed or you might just want to read again. Windows 8.1 Guide: Start screen overview and improvements Microsoft is letting Xbox 360 users test the new Xbox Live service and dashboard Windows 8....

If you are an early adopter of Windows 8 check out the Netflix and IRC Windows Store app. And Firefox made it to version 16, but not without some bumps in the road. Last but not least, download seven great Halloween wallpapers for your computer desktop. All this and more… Here is all of what you might have missed: We need your input to help us bring you more great content: Do you have a tech question, Windows errors, suggestion or some feedback?...

And in other articles we have a great collection of winter Windows 7 theme collection; on software we reviewed TCPEye, a great free network tool that monitors and alerts you about programs accessing the internet, and finally if you need to find or change Windows or Office product keys, Enchanted Keyfinder is the utility you were looking for. Here is what you might have missed: Windows 7 Themes Desktop fun: Best winter Windows 7 themes collection...

What’s next If you are still one of the remaining users in WLM, you should start taking care of business like making sure you download all the files stored in the service, because after Feb. 13th, all data in the cloud service will no longer be accessible; sync between computers and remote desktop will also stop working. As Microsoft points out, if you are actively using Mesh, files should be updated in your computer....

It’s worth noting that you should uninstall any previous version of the modern VLC, before installing this new release. Also this version is only compatible with x86 and x64 PCs, a version for ARM-based devices running Windows RT still under development. Here is what’s new with VLC for Windows: libVLC 2.2.0 core Redesign user interface Performance improvements Use of Winsock for networking instead of WinRTsock Windows 8.1 widgets Code upgraded to Universal apps for future release of Windows Phone 8....

Microsoft Teams expands to regular users with the same work experience, but with features designed for consumers. You can download the app as preview on Android and iOS. Since Mixer was not able to scale, Microsoft is shutting down the video game live streaming platform permanently on July 22 and partnering with Facebook to transition the community to Facebook Gaming. Also, the company has announced that is permanently closing all is physical retails stores across the world....

In addition, the company published the virtual press event video recently held for the media. During the event, Panos Panay, Microsoft’s Windows and Devices chief, talked about everything you need to know about Surface Duo, including the best tips to get started and the technology inside the new phone form factor. You can check this guide to learn more about the tech specs of Surface Duo and other details. This week, Microsoft also confirmed that its new Xbox Series X will launch in November 2020, and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can now get early access to the upcoming Xbox cloud gaming service....

In addition, the software giant published the Windows 10 ISO file for build 18290 for users who are stuck upgrading, or they are coming from an expired preview. Windows 10 version 1809 and previous versions received a new cumulative update to fix a specific problem with Windows Media Player and patch security vulnerabilities. Microsoft revealed that has intentions to bring support for Chrome extensions to the Chromium version of Microsoft Edge for Windows 10....