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Windows 11 update brings advertisements to the start menu

Microsoft is embedding ads from apps listed in its store on Windows 11's Start menu with the hope it will encourage devs to make more apps for the platform. But just like in the past, many don't like ads to be placed in their operating system as it comes in…

Tom’s Hardware

Why is US threatening to ban TikTok and will other countries follow suit?

Joe Biden signs into law bill requiring Chinese owner to sell app’s US operations

The Guardian - UK

An ex-Microsoft OS engineer almost got fired for adding ZIP file support to Windows 30 years ago, but the company has never updated it🫠

Microsoft veteran Dave W. Plummer recently recounted how he added ZIP file support to Windows 30 years ago, and how it almost cost him his job at the tech giant.

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Google really needs to launch a new Nest Hub Max, and it might just happen

A new Nest Hub Max model was identified in an update to the Google Home app, and signs point to a refresh being on the horizon.

Android Central

Senate passes bill banning TikTok if parent company does not sell it

Bill gives app owner ByteDance a year to divest, and while Biden is expected to sign it, the company plans to fight it

The Guardian - US

Google fires more employees over protest of cloud contract with Israel

The company has now fired around 50 employees over the protests, a group representing them says.

Axios

PSA: It doesn't matter if your computer runs on ARM, all of your apps will work on Windows 11

Windows devices running on Arm processors from Qualcomm and Microsoft can run x86 and x64 apps in Windows 11 with a clever trick that means your productivity isn't negatively affected.

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Microsoft accused of "quietly wrapping apps... with some malware-looking .NET executable wrapper," but tech giant says it's just a new Store installer

Microsoft just changed how you install apps through the web-based version of the Microsoft Store. The new experience reduces the required number of clicks but has caused some controversy.

Windows Central

Google Drive dark mode is finally here, and it's glorious! Here's how to turn it on

Dark Mode has finally come to Google Drive. Here’s how to turn on this long-awaited feature.

Tom’s Guide

Adding ZIP file support to Windows 30 years ago almost got the creator of Task Manager fired

Former Microsoft engineer and Task Manager creator Dave Plummer added ZIP file support to Windows, but initially through his own independently-sold kernel extension, VisualZIP.

Tom’s Hardware

Windows 11 on Arm users will soon have a new web browser, and you can try it today

Vivaldi is now testing a version of its browser optimized for Windows 11 on Arm. Once stable and bug-free, the new version of the browser should be more efficient and perform better than Vivaldi running through emulation.

Windows Central

Japan Doctors Sue Google Maps Over 'Punching Bag' Reviews

Around 60 doctors in Japan have accused Google Maps of ignoring vitriolic reviews of their clinics in a class-action lawsuit touted as the first of its kind.

International Business Times

The Windows 10 Settings app is the latest attack vector Microsoft will use to push you to sign up for a cloud account

Microsoft has started testing a notification in the Windows 10 Settings app that encourages you to use a Microsoft account.

Windows Central

What are Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), and how do you install them on Windows 11?

On Windows 11, you can use Microsoft Edge to install any website or web tool as a Progressive Web App (PWA), and here is how you can complete this task.

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Google Drive dark mode: How to turn on this long-awaited feature in 4 clicks

Bless the stars! Google Drive finally has a dark mode, and in a few simple steps, you can turn it on and save yourself from eye strain.

Tom’s Guide

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 may have just leaked with this key spec

A mystery device with a 650mAh battery showed up on a couple certification websites. Evidence suggests it could be the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2.

Android Central

Google preps mysterious Assistant feature for the Pixel Tablet

Google appears to be working on a fresh way to interact with Pixel Tablets called "Look and Sign," and it appears to be related to "Look and Talk" on the Nest Hub Max.

Android Central

Google Photos preps 'Collections' tab and new a spring cleaning feature

Code in Google Photos on Android spilled a tab revamp and more coming for user galleries.

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Google's bullying is predictable, self-defeating, and barely justifiable

Just as Google's anti-Canada policy put journalists out of work to protect the bottom line, its CJPA policy to block California links in its home state will have a devastating impact on the state's news orgs. It'll also hurt Google's credibility, and the blow will be self-inflicted.

Tom’s Guide

Windows 11 just got a major speed boost — here’s how

The Microsoft Store is getting faster on Windows 11, and now you might want to use it to download apps.

Windows Central

Here's how you can make the Microsoft Store 40% faster with just a few clicks

An update to the Microsoft Store makes pages load 40% faster on average and brings several other performance improvements. The latest update is now generally available following a brief period of testing among Insiders.

Broadcasting & Cable

Google Starts Hiding California-Based News Sites From Search

Google's 'test' is a response to a proposed state law which would -- gasp! -- force tech giants to pay for news content they re-distribute

Android Central

Rumor claims the Pixel Fold successor could go by a different name

Windows Central

Microsoft, please, enough with the ads — For once, I'm not experiencing FOMO with these new additions for Edge Insiders

Microsoft has seemingly started testing Copilot-themed ads on Edge Canary via the new update for Edge Insiders. The ad features recommendations highlighting how you can leverage Copilot's capabilities "for more efficient Settings," including a new way to launch the service.

Tom’s Guide

Windows 11 is getting more ads in the latest preview

The preview build’s Start menu ‘Recommended’ panel will soon show apps that Microsoft thinks you should download from its store.

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