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Microsoft has updated the Preview version of its Word, Excel and PowerPoint apps on the Google Play Store today to add support for Android smartphones. The company had initially released its office suite of apps on the Play Store in late January this year, but for only selected Android tablets. Since the smartphone versions of the app are in a preview, they can only be downloaded by users after they join this beta community and then join individually join the Word, Excel and PowerPoint beta testing program from here, here and here, respectively....

First, decide what program you like, but wish wasn’t so expensive — like Photoshop. This expensive program offers tons of features, but if you’re not a professional, is it really worth the price? Tap or click here for free alternatives to Photoshop. But Photoshop isn’t the only program that offers free alternatives. If you’re really into video editing, it’s time to step beyond Windows Movie Maker, which was discontinued in 2017....

Windows 10 Preview Build 19645 Here’s a look at the general changes and improvements in today’s release: We changed the servicing model for the Linux kernel inside of Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 distributions. This build includes this change to remove the Linux kernel from the Windows image, and instead have it be serviced via Microsoft Update, the same way that 3rd party drivers (like graphics, or touchpad drivers) are installed and updated on your machine today....

Windows 11 Preview Build 22000.282 Here is the list of improvements and fixes contained in today’s new build: We fixed an L3 caching issue that might affect performance in some applications on devices that have AMD Ryzen processors after upgrading to Windows 11 (original release).We fixed an issue for a small number of users that prevents the Start menu from working and prevents you from seeing the updated taskbar design after upgrading to Windows 11 (original release)....

The tech giant Microsoft’s rewards program runs until December 31, 2019, and promises to pay up to $250,000 to researchers who find the most serious flaws, that is, entirely new categories of speculative execution attacks. Bug hunters who manage to circumvent Windows or Azure mitigations can pocket up to $200,000. Speculative execution is a feature present in almost all modern processors. To speed up performance, the chips try to guess which code will be executed next....

Mortal Kombat 11 announced that the game will scale back the custom variation system that it had implemented on its online ranked play, according to part of the game’s cover reveal for Game Informer. Mortal Kombat 11’s custom variation system lets players choose different special moves to create a loadout closely in tune with their own playstyle, which adds depth to the way players go about their online play. Mortal Kombat 11 is a massive release for developer NetherRealm Studios, and the company is treating it as such....

Last year it was reported that Major League Baseball fans would soon be able to take advantage of iOS 7’s iBeacon support inside professional baseball stadiums. The technology would be utilized in the MLB.com At The Ballpark app to customize the app’s interface to any given ballpark. The app could direct users to their seats or points of interest such as concessions stands. Similar to Passbook’s lockscreen functionality, plans were also reportedly underway to allow the app to automatically present a ticket upon entering the gate....

Windows 10 Preview Build 19603 New in this week’s build is File Explorer integration in Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). Now you can open File Explorer and easily access your Linux files from the left-hand navigation pane. Here’s a look at the general changes and improvements in this release: Going forward, services that are implemented by binaries residing in the user profiles will be persisted on upgrades.Narrator will no longer automatically enable scan mode when interacting with the Ideas pane in Excel....

Xandr is a “first-tier affiliate” of AT&T, according to the press release, as well as a “data-enabled technology platform powering a global marketplace for premium advertising. Xandr offers ad products including Xandr Invest, Xandr Monetize, Xandr Curate and Invest TV. The release says Xandr’s technology complements Microsoft’s current ad offerings, including its audience intelligence, technology and global advertising customer base. Microsoft’s own ad-buying solution, the Microsoft Audience Network, its PromoteIQ retail-media solutions and Microsoft Customer Experience Platform for marketers is the backbone of Microsoft’s digital advertising platform....

That is what Muglia, former Microsoft executive and former Snowflake CEO, did Wednesday morning during his keynote address at The Knowledge Graph Conference in New York. The subject of his talk, “From the Modern Data Stack to Knowledge Graphs,” united roughly fifty years of database technology in one new form. “The industry knows this is a problem,” said Muglia. The five platforms, he said, representing “the modern data stack, have allowed a “new generation of these very, very important data apps to be built....

The MITRE ATT&CK matrix breaks the process of a cyberattack into its different stages. For each stage, ATT&CK describes the various means by which the objectives of that stage can be accomplished by an attacker. The matrix is a useful tool for cybersecurity professionals because it can be used as a basis for a formalized threat assessment and detection process. What is access token manipulation? Access token manipulation is one of the techniques included in the MITRE ATT&CK matrix under privilege escalation....

Mint employees are a lot like you. Being bipedal with opposable thumbs, you can probably relate on a lot; but for today’s purpose, let’s just focus on mobile data usage. Like you, Mint employees are always looking for clever ways to save on data, including switching to Mint themselves. So to give you a better understanding of how to get the most from your mobile data, I asked several Mint employees in our Marketing and Creative departments about their own experiences....

Out of all the Modern Family characters, Jay Pritchett (Ed O’Neill) has had the biggest character development. From the beginning, Jay was seen to be emotionally distant from his family. The lack of affection/appreciation he bestowed on his children has led to them trying to seek approval. He has also refused to bond with his in-laws because it doesn’t interest him. However, that doesn’t mean that Jay hasn’t had his moments....

Windows 10 20H1 Build 18990 Automatic restart for UWP apps is being introduced. Microsoft explains: “To reduce sign-in time, UWP apps are restarted minimized, in a suspended state, giving Windows and other apps more resources to get started.” Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) improvements include the following: Improved the performance for directory listings in \wsl$[WSL2] Injected additional boot entropy [Github Issue 4461][WSL2] Fixed Windows interop when using su / sudo commands [Github issue 4465]...

ABC’s hit sitcom Modern Family is reaching the end. With season 10 recently coming to a close, the producers have announced that the next season will be the last for this lovable family. Many of us did think that the recently-completed season 10 was going to be the last, so the news that we’re getting one more year is exciting. Centered around patriarch Jay Pritchett and his children, Claire and Mitchell, Modern Family is known for its hilarious portrayal of the realities of a blended, unconventional family....

Apple has launched a few of its MagSafe accessories for its four new iPhone 12 models including cases, a wallet, and the first charger. And third-parties are quickly developing even more great options to take advantage of the magnetic mounting system. Now Moment is showing off its diverse lineup of MagSafe compatible accessories in the works with options like cold shoe and multi threaded mounts, tripod and pro tripod mounts, wall mount, new cases, and more....

The free Movie Creator app lets you create movies by using up to 25 of your own smartphone videos and photos. And it’s really easy to use, as you just need to select your footage, choose a theme, add music, and pick a few titles. You can also edit the length of your footage, move clips to different places on your video timeline, add text cards, captions, and various filters....

Mission: Impossible 7 has suspended production in Venice, Italy, which was set to unfold over the course of a three-week shoot. Fears surrounding the coronavirus, which has spread through Italy faster than any country west of China, has forced the local government to shut down public gatherings in the city, ranging from sporting events to movie shoots. It’s not immediately clear if this change of plans will affect the movie’s expected filming in Rome for the month of March....

Xiaomi unleashes it’s new MIUI 12 in China barely a day ago. It includes revamped animations, a minimalistic UI and live wallpapers to name a few. Turns out Xiaomi has already confirmed working on MIUI 13 software on its Chinese MI Community. Yes, you heard it right. The MIUI Research Team confirmed that it has already started working on MIUI 13. They have asked fans to join the survey to determine the design aspect of the upcoming software....

Windows 10 19H1 Build 18237 One of the main new features you’ll see in this build is the acrylic Fluent Design is being added to the sign-in screen. “The translucent texture of this transient surface helps you focus on the sign-in task by moving the actionable controls,” note Microsoft’s Dona Sarkar and Brandon LeBlanc. This build is also getting features that have already been introduced to Redstone 5 including the ability to send and receive SMS messages between your Android and PC with the Your Phone app....