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Microsoft appoints new Windows Insider Program lead ahead of ‘new era’ for Windows 10 Amanda Langowski has been named new lead for the Windows Insider Program. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. What you need to know The Windows Insider Program has finally found its new leader. Amanda Langowski, previously in charge of the flighting system for the Windows Insider Program, and also coordinated several beta programs for Windows back in the day....

Microsoft Research prototypes modular mobile Xbox controller on video While this may never be an actual product, it’s a tantalizing showcase that Microsoft is at least exploring ways to improve Xbox gaming on mobile devices. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. A while ago,we covered some patentsfrom Microsoft Research that prototyped how a split-style Xbox controller could clip onto a variety of devices to provide more tactile controls....

Microsoft to give cloud priority to first responders during coronavirus outbreak If high demand causes constraints, Microsoft will give priority to first responders. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. What you need to know Microsoft announced over the weekend that it will prioritize first responders for its cloud services during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Microsoft is working with first responder organizations, governments, and monitoring its service demands to ensure needs are met....

Microsoft updates Bing coronavirus COVID-19 tracker with 32 languages, location support and more New features bring localized data and information to users around the world. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. What you need to know Microsoft’s Bing team has been putting in extra hours to make itsrecently announcedBing.com/covidtracker for the coronavirus pandemic even better. Over the weekend the team rolled out numerous new features to make the information presented more useful to those looking for more update to date information in an easy-to-use website....

Minecraft guide: How to find hoglins in the Nether Update Tame the hoglins, if you can. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. Minecraftis getting its first major update in a while, and it’s revampingthe Netherlike never before.The Nether Updateis adding new biomes, new blocks and items, and new mobs. One of those new mobs is clearly the most important addition to Minecraft in the Nether Update: the hoglins....

Minecraft guide: How to find piglins in the Nether Update Make sure you’re wearing gold. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. Piglins are one of the new mobs being added toMinecraftas part ofthe Nether Update. Like hoglins, they are also hostile, but there’s still a trick to it. If you know what to do, piglins can become a valuable ally for players inthe Nether....

Minecraft guide: How to keep your child safe online with parental settings Minecraft is “Better Together,” but only when we’re safe together. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. Minecraft is often lauded as one of the best games for family fun of all time, and there are few games as pleasant for children to play. However, Minecraft being safe doesn’t make the internet any moreso, meaning concerned parents may be looking for ways to further ensure their child’s safety whenever they play online....