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ICYMI – Build 14986, BUILD 2017, and Windows 10 on ARM-based computers!?

2016-12-10 KENNETH 0

ICYMI – Build 14986, BUILD 2017, and Windows 10 on ARM-based computers!? What a time to be a Windows developer. This week we got a new Windows Insider Preview Build, new options added to the Desktop Bridge, expanded access to customer segmentation and notifications, and finally some big news coming from the Windows Hardware Engineer Conference (also known as WinHec 2016). More details below! Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14986 In the latest Insider Preview Build, you’ll find a treasure chest of updates. Our favorites include improvements to Cortana, the Windows Game Bar, Ink and enhancements to the Windows 10 experience in Asia. Click the link in the above title to read the blog post! Desktop Bridge – Options for bringing Win32 Apps to the UWP Use the Desktop App Converter to gain access to UWP APIs and simplify your [ more… ]

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Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition launches on Windows 10 with Xbox Play Anywhere

2016-12-10 KENNETH 0

Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition launches on Windows 10 with Xbox Play Anywhere That’s right, you read the headline correctly – Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition releases for Windows 10 today. Previously available only on Xbox One, the Definitive Edition packs up ALL the content we’ve ever released – every character (psst, there are 26), stage (20 in full glory), costume, color, trailers and tracks – and puts it all into one box of awesome goodness. As an added bonus, it also comes with behind-the-scenes videos, never-before-seen concept art, and a full universe map so you can read the bios and backstories of all your favorite characters. With this release, Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition is now an Xbox Play Anywhere title – which means if you purchase the digital version (this also means current players on Xbox One) you can play on [ more… ]

This Week on Windows: The Magnificent Seven, a new car pack for Forza Horizon 3 and more

2016-12-10 KENNETH 0

This Week on Windows: The Magnificent Seven, a new car pack for Forza Horizon 3 and more We hope you enjoyed this week’s episode of This Week on Windows! Head over here to get Adobe Photoshop Elements 15 for 30% off, learn how to find your favorite holiday music with Microsoft Groove or catch up on the latest Xbox and Windows 10 devices – built to make it easy to play anywhere, connect socially around your favorite games, and even take your progress with you during holiday travels. Don’t miss Microsoft Stores’ 12 Days of Deals through Friday, Dec. 16 Whether you’re looking to knock out the last items on your gift list, find a new game for a friend or treat yourself to some of the coolest gadgets, the Microsoft Store has you covered. With great savings on some of the most sought-after gifts [ more… ]

Remix3D Preview Community Spotlight

2016-12-10 KENNETH 0

Remix3D Preview Community Spotlight Flying pigs, bunnies with wild eyes and ninja cats. In 3D. Since the launch of Paint3D, people have been creating and remixing crazy 3D creations. Today we’re highlighting some of our favorite weird and wonderful designs. If you are eligible to join the Remix3D Preview community, you can download and remix any of these models (and more!) to kick start your own creations. Could it “bee” any easier? When we set our remixers loose on our various creations, everything from cats and dogs to sharks and starfish, we saw a number of unique hybrids come to life – including this multi-legged bee, complete with matching yellow feet. And his happy facial expression shows how easily you can give personality to any kind of object you want. Fly the friendly skies With just a few simple pieces [ more… ]

Get five albums for free and nine for 99 cents each from the Windows Store

2016-12-09 KENNETH 0

Get five albums for free and nine for 99 cents each from the Windows Store We’re excited to let you know that we’re giving away five albums for free and nine holiday albums for 99 cents each in the US, available now in the Windows Store.* Check out the whole collection of free albums and the holiday albums for 99 cents here, or keep reading! Don’t miss these five albums, yours for free Halsey – Badlands (Deluxe) Badlands is American singer and songwriter Halsey’s first studio album, and includes the songs “Castle,” “New Americana,” “Hurricane” and more. Avenged Sevenfold – The Stage The seventh studio long-player from the veteran California-based metal ensemble, and their first new collection of music to feature ex-Bad Religion drummer Brooks Wackerman behind the kit, Stage sees Avenged Sevenfold rolling up their sleeves and delivering an [ more… ]