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Examining the Influence of AI in Microsoft’s F23Q4 (Premium)
Yesterday, Microsoft disclosed its financial results for the final quarter of its fiscal 2023. Let’s take a closer look at this quarter, focusing on the consumer businesses that are significant to us here at Thurrott.com. We will also examine whether the cost of AI is starting to impact the company’s bottom line. To begin with,…
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Bug Fixing Updates Released for Windows Insider Beta Channel
Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 builds 22631.2115 and 22621.2115 for Insiders on the Beta Channel. These builds come with bug fixes, although last week’s flight introduced new 23H2 features such as the ability to use Windows Ink for handwriting. Among the bug fixes included in these builds, is a solution for inaccurate brightness settings…
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Google Expands Beta of Play Games on PC, Introducing New Games and Expanding to New Markets
Google Play Games Beta on PC has made a major announcement, unveiling several significant updates. With hundreds of new games added, the platform now offers a vast selection of gaming options to users. Not only that, but Google Play Games Beta on PC has also expanded its reach, becoming available in 60 new markets. This…
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Use iMessage on a PC with Phone Link for iOS, though there’s one catch
Microsoft has announced that Phone Link for iOS is now available to all Windows 11 customers. Previously, Phone Link was limited to Android smartphones, but now iOS users can also tap into their iPhones from a Windows PC. Phone Link allows users to remotely access their smartphones from a Windows desktop using a Bluetooth and…
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10 Compelling Reasons to Avoid Upgrading to Windows 11
Microsoft Windows upgrades often receive negative reactions, and although Windows 11 has faced less criticism compared to previous versions, it is not without its flaws. The main issue revolves around its hardware requirements, while minor complaints involve interface changes that long-time users may find frustrating. Despite these drawbacks, Windows 11 functions similarly to Windows 10,…
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What Can You Anticipate at Microsoft Build 2023?
UPDATE 5/23: Here’s the latest information that Microsoft and its partners have disclosed so far: Original Story: Microsoft Build commences in Seattle on Tuesday, and considering Microsoft’s extensive coverage on AI, Bing, and ChatGPT, the conference may not feature any major news announcements. Build is primarily a developer conference, focused on educating developers about new…
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Preview of Windows AI Copilot Launches Next Month, with Bing AI Plug-Ins to Follow
The Microsoft Build developer conference this year is heavily focused on AI, thanks to Microsoft’s partnership with OpenAI. Over 50 new products are being announced, including Windows Copilot and Bing plug-ins. Windows Copilot is being touted as the first PC platform with centralized AI assistance, allowing users to easily take action and get tasks done.…
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Microsoft Surface Pro X Cameras Stop Functioning
UPDATE 5/30: Microsoft issued a temporary fix for the camera problems on the Microsoft Surface Pro X, but some features and image quality may be affected. Original Story: Are the cameras on your Microsoft Surface Pro X not working? You’re not alone. As reported by The Verge, the cameras on every Surface Pro X have…
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Windows to Receive Built-in RAR File Support and Enhanced RGB Lighting Controls
To enhance the functionality of Windows 11, Microsoft is incorporating features that allow users to open compressed files and control RGB lighting on their PC accessories without the need for third-party apps. According to Microsoft Chief Product Officer Panos Panay, these improvements will be implemented using the open-source project libarchive to provide native support for…
