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Microsoft announces Edge is rolling out in the next few weeks, and a bunch of new features
farmeunit and 6 others reacted to BoondockSaint for a topic
Yeah there's nothing I want less than seeing Pinterest recommendations. That site is a massive garbage dump polluting search results.7 points -
Microsoft delivers updates to Visual Studio 2019, plus a new preview
Skwerl and 4 others reacted to neufuse for a topic
package managers need update all the time too * shrugs *5 points -
Microsoft announces Edge is rolling out in the next few weeks, and a bunch of new features
Liberi_Fatali and 3 others reacted to Joshie for a topic
This opinion is like a year late.4 points -
Project Reunion is Microsoft's new plan to unify UWP and Win32
alex_d2w and 2 others reacted to Fleet Command for a topic
There won't be any UWP apps. There will be just apps. And as always some of them will be awsome, some will suck, and some will be pure evil (malware).3 points -
Project Reunion is Microsoft's new plan to unify UWP and Win32
random_n and 2 others reacted to Brony for a topic
Virgin UWP versus Chad Win32.3 points -
Google launches YouTube Select to help advertisers reach new audiences
wingliston and 2 others reacted to Tjarboe for a topic
Youtube, Microsoft, Google, all of them have become nothing more than Advertisements. Even Video games with there "online stores". It's getting overwhelming and ridiculous. Especially Youtube.3 points -
References to Windows 10 on ARM emulation support for 64-bit Intel apps spotted on GitHub
margrave and 2 others reacted to Brony for a topic
Lucky for us it is true.3 points -
Huawei says survival at stake following US export ban on chips
MateerL and 2 others reacted to 300z for a topic
In the grand scheme of things, whatever China are accused of doing isn't that bad. Besides, they've probably been spying on other countries for years and for what gain? Just like other countries spy on other countries. Plus, the US knowingly harbours murders. The wife of a Diplomat killed a UK teenager. She is claiming diplomatic immunity. And Trump thinks that's okay? (FYI, she goes anywhere outside the US, she gets arrested.) She killed someone and the US is protecting her. Who cares about property theft (from companies who can afford it anyway), when there's murderers about? The US lied to the world, invaded multiple countries, well over a million people are dead with several million more with no prospect of a future because their country has been obliterated and all based on lies with impunity and continues to do so after nearly 20 years. The guy who helped bring the truth to light is being charged with treason in a sham trial, despite not even being an American citizen. But let’s complain about China’s alleged spying by the biggest liars and hypocrites there are without seeing one piece of concrete evidence reviewed by an independent party. BTW, the property theft allegation doesn’t hold charge in China because by Chinese law companies that want to do business in the country are required by Chinese law to share intelectual property with them! Any company working there is doing it out of their own volition and interest!3 points -
Microsoft shows off its Edge browser running on Linux
Dutchie64 and one other reacted to Mobius Enigma for a topic
They were running Unix and Linux 20 years ago. Gates never had issues with Linux, Microsoft had issues with the restrictions of several open sources licenses that were too restrictive or took ownership of code that was not previously open source, aka GPL. Windows NT shipped with a full POSIX subsystem, Microsoft owned Xenix, and if it a Unix like model had been more advanced, it could have been used instead of creating NT. (Cutler never liked Unix, due to its limitations and simplistic model that was and is a glorified I/O manager, and not so much an OS technology. "Getta Byte, Getta Byte, Getta Byte" was something he said to make fun of Unix, being simplistic and outdated in the early 80s, let alone how outdated it was in 1990 or FFS it still is in 2020.) Microsoft had the SUA for a replacement to the POSIX subsystem, which they bought since they didn't want to spend time creating a Unix subsystem for NT. They did have test Linux builds running in a subsystem as well, but these were just in case Linux ever gained traction. Linux just isn't new for Microsoft, they fully support Linux on Azure and has been providing code to Linux specifically for over 25 years. At one time, Microsoft was one of the largest contributors to the Linux kernel, and this was like 15 years ago. They are still like the #1 or #2 contributor to OSS projects in the history of computing. I'm glad you brought this up, as Gates has always been about 'the best' technology being the most accessible. I could see him even writing Edge chromium code for Linux himself, as he didn't consider programming beneath him, like Jobs or other CEOs in the industry.2 points -
Mafia Trilogy includes a remake, a remaster, and a re-release
George P and one other reacted to BoondockSaint for a topic
This is exactly how you do a remake - not just slapping some high res textures, but a revamped engine, physics, visuals & audio. The story of the original Mafia was great, and given the age of the game, there are a lot of gamers who haven't played it because of how old it was. This is one remaster I will definitely be picking up.2 points -
Microsoft delivers updates to Visual Studio 2019, plus a new preview
Skwerl and one other reacted to Mobius Enigma for a topic
Really? This is the best complaint you can find? Something that applies to literally every piece of software that receives updates online? It didn't say you had to re-link, compile, build, hand code, or write yourself in assembly. FFS - Trolling must be in high demand.2 points -
Microsoft delivers updates to Visual Studio 2019, plus a new preview
MFH and one other reacted to mip for a topic
package managers need update all the time too * shrugs * There's a weird (the group, not the individuals) segment of the population who know just enough to be installing dev stuff, but not enough to understand that's just how these things are, and dev tools do not pack the same user experience as more consumer-oriented software.2 points -
Microsoft announces Edge is rolling out in the next few weeks, and a bunch of new features
wingliston and one other reacted to Joshie for a topic
I've gone as far as blacklisting Pinterest's domain in my adblocker for all the times I accidentally click a link to it from search results thinking I might get somewhere useful. "Pinterest integration" is the single worst phrase I have ever heard from Microsoft. Ever. There is literally nothing more exasperatingly awful they could say.2 points -
Project Reunion is Microsoft's new plan to unify UWP and Win32
Nas and one other reacted to Mobius Enigma for a topic
This is how Windows NT was designed, and at times has been a cleaner segregation. The reason it doesn't look that way, is that Win32 has remained the primary subsystem running on NT, and with the UI/GUI core working through the Win32 subsystem, this has kept it as the main subsystem, and essentially the visible part of NT for end users. Moving to an agnostic subsystem as the main subsystem, and pushing Win32 to a secondary role will make things look cleaner and properly layered for future technologies that should not be related to Win32. This full move to a non-Win32 subsystem as the main subsystem is more test and rumor right now, but hopefully it will be the eventual way forward. This would also allow UWP and DirectX to be branched/decoupled from Win32 being their host and underlying subsystem as they are now. Years ago MinWin was taking Win2K/XP code and layering it properly, as there were kernel and driver and subsystem and upper application layer all being mixed together. These properly layered changes in Vista and Win7 are one reason things became more stable and more secure along with a honoring more of the modular nature of the original NT design.2 points -
Project Reunion is Microsoft's new plan to unify UWP and Win32
JesConradsen and one other reacted to Mobius Enigma for a topic
I agree, somewhat... Microsoft integration and consolidating the frameworks and UI technologies has been a hot mess trying to adapt to the crazy 90 and 180 degree application layer changes. Note though, you are conflating a few things that are just not related and don't require any work for legacy software support or merging the technologies forward. For example there is no bringing forward DOS/Win16 age anything. Also the 32bit and 64bit frameworks are essentially identical, requiring nothing old being brought forward. Just cause Win32 development sounds like it is 32bit, it isn't. The original design of NT used the Win32 subsystem and framework, which was replaced with a 40bit and 64bit version on the Dec Alpha in the 90s and Windows XP 64bit editions for AMD64 and now dead IA64 platforms. Windows' Win32 has been a fully 64bit framework for nearly 20 years, meaning there is no additional work to deal with 32bit code. See SysWow64 to understand how this works and how 32bit and 64bit co-exist on Windows x64.(On AMD/Intel this is additionally transparent with binary transparency to the OS, due to how AMD64 works. Even on ARM, 32bit x86 binaries run in a similar manner, but through the translation layer.) There is no need to kill Win32, Windows doesn't carry the weight with it that a similar technology does on other OSes. Win32 can live on forever and still work, even if its subsystem is fully separated. However, even now portions of DirectX and UWP still run inside the Win32 subsystem. Hopefully this will change, but even then, Win32 just becomes a secondary Subsystem, and like the Linux subsystem can just run if needed, without adding any work or resource consumption when it is not actively being used. In summary... WinUI is the latest in a series of messes at Microsoft, and I agree with that sentiment completely; however, the legacy transition of the existing frameworks won't be the issue if they ever can settle on a true path forward - maybe this is it, even though it has changed a couple times since November 2019.2 points -
Microsoft Lists is a new Microsoft 365 app to compete with Trello
Joshie and one other reacted to MateerL for a topic
Wasn't MS planner and MS project supposed to be this Trello/Asana alternatives? They actually needed to merge them than come up with a new product. What they really should go for is Atlassan Smartsheet like offering.2 points -
Microsoft announces new PowerToys and Windows development features
matthiew and one other reacted to MateerL for a topic
Windows has definitely needed a good package manager for ages. Chocolatey did a decent job, I wonder what the new one brings to the table.2 points -
Microsoft unveils "fifth most powerful" supercomputer in the world
Vishwal and one other reacted to MateerL for a topic
"Fifth-most-powerful-supercomputer-in-the-world" BuT cAn It rUn ChRoMe?2 points -
Microsoft announces Edge is rolling out in the next few weeks, and a bunch of new features
Tuskd and one other reacted to George P for a topic
Sidebar search is great to have, I've been opening new tabs for now, which is a pain because they take up space, I have to close them when done and they toss me off from my original page. Good stuff overall.2 points -
Dell's new Precision mobile workstations are smaller and more powerful
wingliston and one other reacted to scumdogmillionaire for a topic
They're kind of two different animals at this point with vastly different specs depending on how old your SB is. Would you opt for a touchscreen version or anything like that or do you just not need what the SB can already do anymore? I've considered an upgrade, but it would be for the new SB3 regardless of cost just due to the functionality of it as a detachable tablet and the pen works phonically. I still have my 1st gen Surface Book. It's certainly getting slow for today's standards but does OK for most things (i7/512gb/dgpu model). My Surface Book is 1st gen, same specs as yours. I've owned Surface RT, Surface 3, Surface Pro 3, and this Surface Book (and the dock) and I'm kind of over the premium price. I rarely detach it-- when I do its for very briefly using the pen to sketch up some UI and send to someone. I'm a software developer and have multiple instances of SQL Server running, multiple Visual Studio instances running, Azure emulators, etc... and my Surface Book is starting to show its age. I'd get the touch screen XPS 15 though because when I demo apps on it it's nice to just use the finger to point as a demonstration.2 points -
Dell's new Precision mobile workstations are smaller and more powerful
wingliston and one other reacted to scumdogmillionaire for a topic
Really tempted to pull the trigger on the new XPS 15 w/ 64GB RAM to replace my Surface Book. Waiting for SB3 reviews, but I don't think there is enough there for me to stick with Surface any longer.2 points -
Microsoft Surface Hub 2S now available for purchase in India
wingliston and one other reacted to soder for a topic
Are you sure you understand what you are saying??2 points -
Epic Games rolls out self-service refunds for eligible purchases
excalpius and one other reacted to George P for a topic
This all sounds good to me.2 points -
Microsoft Teams adds support for 3x3 grid and raise hand feature in the latest update
quikmantx and one other reacted to dontbeevil for a topic
If you create a meeting and guest users join trough the link, you can set up the lobby/waiting room for them2 points -
Huawei says survival at stake following US export ban on chips
300z and one other reacted to Tuskd for a topic
Wait a second, the most advanced spy nation in the planet since WW2 didn't know China was using slave/forced/child labor all these decades? Why don't US companies pull out now instead of sanctioning Chinese companies? Also, since when did the US start giving any f's about other countries' citizens?2 points -
Apple releases new Pride Edition sports bands for the Apple Watch
Skwerl and one other reacted to dead.cell for a topic
"As usual, sales of these Pride Edition watch bands help support organizations that work for the LGBT community, including GLSEN, PFLAG, The Trevor project, and more." Isn't that more than Nike themselves ever did for the black community? I could be wrong, but they made a buncha money off Colin Kaepernick to sweep their sex scandals and sweat shops under the rug pretending to be "woke". Goes to show marketing works I guess. Anyway, I'm glad the white band looks at least decent than the blatant "throw a rainbow on it" strategy.2 points -
Samsung Galaxy Note20+ could ship with a 108MP camera
margrave and one other reacted to dead.cell for a topic
Dude, these phones are just overspec'd and not worth the money. I'd rather wait 6 months after the price drops a few hundred dollars. At least then I won't feel bad about buying a spec-bump phone.2 points -
ASUS unveils new videoconferencing hardware for Google Meet meetings
quikmantx and one other reacted to Neonix1 for a topic
And it requires a google account for all participants. No thanks. Don’t want you tracking me on yet another service google!2 points -
Microsoft Teams adds support for 3x3 grid and raise hand feature in the latest update
Asharae and one other reacted to Ryster for a topic
Not to mention the ability to "pop out" chats too, which also arrived today.2 points -
Apple releases iOS and iPadOS 13.5 GM seeds, watchOS 6.2.5 to everyone
1337ish and one other reacted to spy beef for a topic
People who want their lives to go back to normal, and people who have cut through the fog of misinformation and learned how contact tracing actually works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D__UaR5MQao2 points -
Samsung Galaxy Note20+ could ship with a 108MP camera
dead.cell and one other reacted to samw61 for a topic
FFS, megapixel count is a very small part of the camera quality puzzle. I regret buying the Samsung S10. Their cameras are sub-par, equivalent to a phone from 2013. Except this one will take really large 108MP sub-par images, so you need to buy more storage. Should have got a Pixel 3a.2 points -
Apple releases new Pride Edition sports bands for the Apple Watch
shockz and one other reacted to Joshie for a topic
Hey, people spend money on MAGA hats.2 points -
Samsung Galaxy Note20+ could ship with a 108MP camera
dead.cell and one other reacted to TechToc for a topic
6.53% faster than note 10... GIVE me your 2k$ now !2 points -
Huawei says survival at stake following US export ban on chips
MateerL and one other reacted to Sir Topham Hatt for a topic
In the grand scheme of things, whatever China are accused of doing isn't that bad. Besides, they've probably been spying on other countries for years and for what gain? Just like other countries spy on other countries. Plus, the US knowingly harbours murders. The wife of a Diplomat killed a UK teenager. She is claiming diplomatic immunity. And Trump thinks that's okay? (FYI, she goes anywhere outside the US, she gets arrested.) She killed someone and the US is protecting her. Who cares about property theft (from companies who can afford it anyway), when there's murderers about?2 points -
Samsung Galaxy Note20+ could ship with a 108MP camera
las84 and one other reacted to OldGuru for a topic
I stopped buying these useless, over priced devices back in 2016. Looks like I am not missing out anything.2 points -
Project Reunion is Microsoft's new plan to unify UWP and Win32
Liberi_Fatali reacted to Joshie for a topic
Hojo's really branching out.1 point -
Project Reunion is Microsoft's new plan to unify UWP and Win32
Liberi_Fatali reacted to Fleet Command for a topic
Reunion? Scary... if you've played Final Fantasy VII. I hope it does not lead to a cloud strife. 🤣1 point -
Project Reunion is Microsoft's new plan to unify UWP and Win32
Tuskd reacted to neo158 for a topic
I'm interested to see if anything comes out of this, they already have the beginnings of this in Windows 10X by allowing it to run Win32 apps by giving them a container so this seems like a step up from that.1 point -
Google launches YouTube Select to help advertisers reach new audiences
wingliston reacted to excalpius for a topic
At a time when people are doing everything they can to eliminate all advertising in their lives...1 point -
Windows Terminal 1.0 is now generally available
Co-ords reacted to adrynalyne for a topic
Nah, the author of this article posted the readme and not a link directly to the repo. https://github.com/microsoft/terminal/ Which leads to here in instructions: https://github.com/microsoft/terminal/releases1 point -
Windows Terminal 1.0 is now generally available
Co-ords reacted to PGHammer for a topic
You can download it from the Microsoft Store.1 point -
Google Pixel 5 could ditch the Project Soli-based Motion Sense gestures
wingliston reacted to Tuskd for a topic
Gesture based input on a mobile phone has always been a dumb idea.1 point -
The OnePlus 8 Pro color filter camera which can see-through clothing will be disabled
wingliston reacted to Elliot B. for a topic
Spoilsports!1 point -
Sunday fun day - Cleanup an old gateway computer.
+Warwagon reacted to Matthew S. for a topic
Such an innocent face, yet such a mad man behind it lol1 point -
Huawei says survival at stake following US export ban on chips
300z reacted to Tuskd for a topic
In the grand scheme of things, whatever China are accused of doing isn't that bad. Besides, they've probably been spying on other countries for years and for what gain? Just like other countries spy on other countries. Plus, the US knowingly harbours murders. The wife of a Diplomat killed a UK teenager. She is claiming diplomatic immunity. And Trump thinks that's okay? (FYI, she goes anywhere outside the US, she gets arrested.) She killed someone and the US is protecting her. Who cares about property theft (from companies who can afford it anyway), when there's murderers about? Good old whataboutism, what would we do without it. It isn't whataboutism, it is global politics. US accusing China/Huawei is indeed pot calling kettle black.1 point -
Huawei says survival at stake following US export ban on chips
naap51stang reacted to trojan_market for a topic
It would have been valid statement if the founder of Huawei didn’t have undeniable and tight relationships with communist party in charge of Chinese government and wasn’t involved in numerous cases of intellectual property theft and it’s CTO who is his own daughter bypassing US sanctions to help Iranian government arresting and spying on their street protesters1 point -
Unboxing the 1.92-pound Dynabook Portégé X30L-G
sn0wf1ake1 reacted to ZakO for a topic
Tell the UK that; the US got the system of measurement we use from them. (The UK still uses it.) You seem to be of the opinion that "you MUST convert - or else"; neither the UK or US (or most of the UK Commonwealth, for that matter) bought that argument. And it isn't that we haven't tried (either the UK or US); both nations did. (Two Interstates - 17 and 19 - were signed and built entirely using the metric system - fat lot of good it did either.) While the UK still has a few outdated measurement systems around (miles for transport speed/distance, stone/lbs for body weight, ft/in for body height, pints [not US pints] for milk/beer) the majority of measurements have adapted to the superior metric system long ago. If we were measuring the weight of a product (e.g. a laptop) in the UK it would be in grams/kilograms, like the rest of the world.1 point -
China asks the United States to stop suppression of firms
naap51stang reacted to NinjaGinger for a topic
A cynic would say that China is asking to make it easy as before to steal US tech. But as the Chinese have said many times, they don't do that and of course they never lie.1 point -
Microsoft's Surface Duo will reportedly come with a Snapdragon 855, 6GB RAM, and more
quikmantx reacted to ZipZapRap for a topic
The CPU choice doesn't bother me. The RAM doesn't bother me. Android bothers me.1 point -
The OnePlus 8 Pro's color filter camera can see through plastic objects
cleverclogs reacted to +Dick Montage for a topic
Sony released a video camera in the early 2000s that had a "super IR" feature for better visibility in low light. I bought said video camera for my nephew to use at my wedding. Turns out, if you used the feature in daylight, it could see through certain layers of fabrics. So, this yielded unusable video because: 1) It was all green-tinted akin to a light nightvision effect 2) You could see which ladies opted to not have a visible panty-line1 point