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Announcing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 21354 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 21354 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. Starting with today’s build, Windows Insiders will notice that the name of the branch we are releasing builds as shown on the desktop watermark at the lower right of the desktop from has changed to CO_RELEASE. Just like we did back in October when we released builds from the FE_RELEASE branch, we can change which branch we flight builds from. As our engineers work in development cycles internally, we may prioritize work being done in a specific branch and may need to move Insiders between branches. We are treating these builds the same as we would treat builds from the RS_PRERELEASE branch. What’s new in Build 21354 New personalization options for news and interests on [ more… ]

Free Season 6 update for Halo: The Master Chief Collection now available Season 6: Raven, the latest season for Halo: The Master Chief Collection, has arrived with a lot of new content. This time around PC gamers can celebrate the heroic exploits of Fireteam Raven with unique themed armor sets, vehicle skins and weapon skins. You’ll also find more customization options with new in-game back accessories, animated nameplates and animated visors. Get all the details at Halo Waypoint. Source: Free Season 6 update for Halo: The Master Chief Collection now available

For the first time in more than a decade, Alienware launches an AMD-based laptop Alienware has announced two new Windows 10 gaming laptops: the redesigned Alienware m15 Ryzen Edition R5 and Dell G15 Ryzen Edition. Both come with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Laptop GPUs. Gamers can select up to QHD 240Hz or FHD 360Hz panels to deliver smooth gameplay on the m15, which supports the Alienware HD (1280×720 resolution) camera with dual array microphones and Windows Hello IR support. There’s also an optional ultra-low profile mechanical keyboard co-developed with Cherry MX that creates a distinctive typing experience and supports per-key RGB lighting. The Alienware m15 Ryzen Edition R5 is available in the U.S. with select configurations on April 20 starting at $1793.98. The new G15 borrows an Alienware-inspired thermal design to maximize airflow for optimal cooling and heat dissipation. [ more… ]

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint support of Windows 10 on Arm devices is now generally available Microsoft announced on Monday that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint now supports Windows 10 on Arm devices. This expanded support is part of the company’s efforts to extend these capabilities across endpoints. Arm devices are designed to take full advantage of the protections available in Windows 10 such as encryption, data protection, and next gen antivirus and antimalware capabilities. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint compliments these features with a cloud-powered enterprise platform that helps security teams prevent, detect, investigate and respond to advanced threats, while delivering secure and productive end user experiences. Head over to the Microsoft Security Blog to find out more and sign up for a free Microsoft Defender for Endpoint trial. Source: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint support of Windows 10 on Arm devices is [ more… ]

Save on gaming PCs, PC games and more at the Microsoft Store Spring Sale The Microsoft Store Spring Sale, which runs through April 15, kicked off a few days ago with major savings on Xbox accessories and gaming PCs (such as select Surface Pro 7 (i7/16/256) + Type Cover, starting at $599.99). Now, the savings continue with the addition of PC games, discounts on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership, movies, apps and more. Save up to 75% on PC games such as Ark: Survival Evolved, Age of Empires III and Forza Horizon 4 Ultimate Edition. You’ll find in-game deals on favorites like March of Empires and Asphalt 9. Also, get your first month of Xbox Game Pass for PC for $1. Find out more over at Xbox Wire. Source: Save on gaming PCs, PC games and more at the Microsoft Store Spring [ more… ]