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For the first time, music fans and budding DJs alike will be able to access their own Spotify library, as well as playlists made by Spotify, to create their own mixed sets. Though Spotify integration ...

Microsoft has fixed a known issue caused by the August 2025 security updates, which triggers unexpected User Account Control (UAC) prompts and app installation problems for non-admin users on all ...

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Microsoft is adding a new option to Windows 11 that lets users resume app-based tasks and functions from their Android phone directly on their PC. The unnamed feature, commonly known as cross-device ...

Microsoft has released the August Update for Xbox, adding four major new features to the platform, two in stable and two for Insiders. “As part of our continuing effort at Xbox to deliver more ...

Microsoft is bridging the gap between Android phones and Windows 11 PCs with a new “Cross-Device Resume” feature, announced on August 22, 2025. Rolling out now to Windows Insiders, the function allows ...

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A new ‘My apps’ view includes browsers, gaming utilities, and even rival storefronts. A new ‘My apps’ view includes browsers, gaming utilities, and even rival storefronts. is a senior editor and ...

TickTick is a versatile task manager and to-do list application designed for Windows users who want to organize tasks, set reminders, and track habits efficiently. It offers a clean interface, ...

The new Microsoft 365 companion apps provide quick access to contacts, file search, and calendar. The new Microsoft 365 companion apps provide quick access to contacts, file search, and calendar. is a ...