Neowin News Feed for: Scoop

WingetUI latest update gets improvements for Windows 11 as well as Windows 10, and more

Sayan Sen — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 08:40:01 +0000

The latest WingetUI update has multiple improvements for both Windows 11 and Windows 10. The WingetUI is a third-party tool that helps to manage CLI package managers like Scoop and Winget. Read more...

How to install and use Neofetch on desktop and mobile

Paul Hill — Sat, 05 Dec 2020 21:00:01 +0000

This tutorial will help you install the command line tool Neofetch which stylishly shows a summary of your device's hardware and software. Neofetch can be installed on both desktop and mobile. Read more...

Microsoft changes up internal sales strategy, monthly and daily active users are the focus

Brad Sams — Fri, 12 Jun 2015 15:26:01 +0000

For the year ahead, Microsoft is changing up their internal sales strategy to focus more on daily and monthly active users rather than simply selling more products, only for them to go unused. Read more...

Windows 10 adds ability to run multiple instances of same app, more features being considered

Brad Sams — Mon, 01 Jun 2015 17:22:01 +0000

In the latest build of Windows 10, Microsoft has made it possible to run multiple instances of the same Modern app - but this feature and more will be coming to other apps too. Read more...

First look at Microsoft's new micro-email app, Flow

Brad Sams — Wed, 20 May 2015 19:30:20 +0000

Microsoft is working on a new app called Flow and we have the first images of the new app to give you a better look at the product; the micro-email chat application is being tested internally. Read more...

Microsoft is working on a new app called Flow for iOS, a micro email conversation tool

Brad Sams — Wed, 20 May 2015 00:19:26 +0000

Earlier today, a new app called flow for iOS was outed and after digging around a bit, we have a clear picture of what the tool is and how it will function if Microsoft does release the app. Read more...

This is LG's new Windows Phone for Verizon

Brad Sams — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 18:08:30 +0000

LG appears to be working on a new Windows Phone Verizon and Neowin has been sent a picture of the device; no word on when the phone will launch but it hopefully won't be too far off. Read more...

Windows Redstone will come in two waves, June and October 2016

Brad Sams — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 19:04:01 +0000

Microsoft is starting work on the next update for Windows called Redstone and now that the cat is out of the bag, new details are giving us a better picture of what to expect. Read more...

Redstone: The codename for the next Windows update coming in 2016

Brad Sams — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 14:42:45 +0000

Microsoft's codename for its next version of Windows has been uncovered and the update is currently targeted for 2016 but with it being early in the development cycle, the timeline could change. Read more...

Microsoft is testing a new Bing maps app, public preview in the near future

Brad Sams — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 00:06:01 +0000

Microsoft is currently working on a new maps app for Bing and if you want to test it out, it appears that you will not have to wait too long as a landing page is already available. Read more...

Hands on with Microsoft's new browser, Spartan

Brad Sams — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 20:50:01 +0000

When Windows 10 is released this summer, it will include a new browser that features integration with Cortana and if you are curious about what this looks like, we have images posted after the jump. Read more...

Windows 10: The installation interface has been updated

Brad Sams — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 00:18:44 +0000

In the latest internal version of Windows 10, the installation splash screens have finally been updated and while we do not have a screenshot to share, we have mocked up what it looks like. Read more...

New shots of Skype for Business show up

Brad Sams — Sat, 28 Feb 2015 04:36:01 +0000

A few months back, Microsoft announced that Lync would be rebranded as Skype for Business and thanks to a tip, we have a few shots of the updated chat service posted after the jump. Read more...

There are 60,000 people testing Windows 10 for phones

Brad Sams — Sat, 28 Feb 2015 02:24:01 +0000

Thanks to an inside source, Neowin has been told that there are only 60,000 people testing Windows 10 for phones, which should not come as a major surprise considering the small install base. Read more...

Windows 10: Search functionality updated in upcoming builds

Brad Sams — Mon, 23 Feb 2015 13:48:01 +0000

Microsoft is working on refining the search experience with Windows 10 and in future builds, searching will now be performed within the Start menu as opposed to in a stand-alone window. Read more...

Office 2016 screenshot shows a few new icons, not much else

Brad Sams — Sat, 31 Jan 2015 03:40:14 +0000

Neowin has been sent a new screenshot from the latest version of Office 2016 that shows a few new icons as well as but as far as groundbreaking new features, not much is being shown. Read more...

Microsoft Spartan: Chrome Extensions targeted for native support

Brad Sams — Tue, 20 Jan 2015 14:46:01 +0000

Tomorrow, Microsoft will show off its newest browser that will finally bring true extensions to its product but the approach will be a bit different than what most might be expecting. Read more...

Microsoft Spartan: One browser for all versions of Windows 10

Brad Sams — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 16:12:02 +0000

We have learned a bit more about how Spartan will work and what features the browser will include when it launches with Windows 10, ahead of the announcement later this month. Read more...

Microsoft Spartan: First look at the new browser

Brad Sams — Wed, 07 Jan 2015 16:57:17 +0000

The next browser from the Microsoft camp is coming into focus and we have had a peek at the UI and have pulled together the details to help you understand what the new UI will look like. Read more...

OneDrive will soon support music storage, stream stored music using Xbox app

Brad Sams — Thu, 18 Dec 2014 18:08:01 +0000

An upcoming update to OneDrive and Xbox Music will soon make it easier to access and stream your music from anywhere and will even allow you to import playlists from other services. Read more...

What is Windows 10 fbl_awesome? You'll find out in January

Brad Sams — Mon, 15 Dec 2014 16:14:01 +0000

For those of you who watch Windows 10 build feeds carefully, you will have noticed a string with fbl_awesome in it and if you are curious what that is, you'll find out in January. Read more...

Gallery: Early look at Cortana in Windows 10

Brad Sams — Wed, 10 Dec 2014 14:06:01 +0000

Last week, Cortana in Windows 10 was finally uncovered and if you want a closer look at the new feature, we have put together a small gallery for your viewing pleasure. Read more...

An early look at Cortana in Windows 10

Brad Sams — Fri, 05 Dec 2014 17:52:07 +0000

Microsoft is building Cortana into Windows 10 and while no screenshots of the feature have been leaked, that ends today as we have an early look at the personal digital assistant. Read more...

Microsoft is considering open sourcing parts of Bing backend tech

Brad Sams — Mon, 17 Nov 2014 17:58:01 +0000

Conversations are taking place inside of Microsoft are discussing open sourcing parts of its Bing search engine but SEO wizards need to relax as this won't help them out. Read more...

Windows 10: Wi-Fi Charms bar connections updated in 986X

Brad Sams — Mon, 20 Oct 2014 17:36:01 +0000

With the upcoming release of the next technical preview build for Windows 10, Microsoft has updated the way the Wi-Fi connections pane currently works and it is likely the first change of many. Read more...

Windows 10: New animations for opening windows in build 986x

Brad Sams — Mon, 20 Oct 2014 16:54:01 +0000

With the upcoming release of the next Technical Preview build for Windows 10, there will be new animations that make transition more smooth and add a bit of visual flair to the OS. Read more...

Surface mini: The obituary

Brad Sams — Fri, 26 Sep 2014 13:50:01 +0000

The story of the Surface mini is a tale of last minute cancellation and turmoil - and with the kill order coming from the top, there is a good chance the device may be done for good. Read more...

The Surface mini was real and I got to play with one

Brad Sams — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 15:06:01 +0000

The Surface mini failed to appear at Microsoft's keynote in the spring, having been pulled at the last minute, but thousands of the devices were made - and we got to spend some time with one. Read more...

Internet Explorer 12 UI overhaul is a blend of Chrome and Firefox, adds extension support

Brad Sams — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 14:04:04 +0000

Microsoft is working on another large update to Internet Explorer - this time around, the user interface is getting a large overhaul, and there are some exciting new features on the way too. Read more...

Microsoft is testing playing Xbox games in your browser

Brad Sams — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 14:18:01 +0000

Microsoft is currently testing a service that allows you to play Xbox games in your browser by utilizing a streaming service that it is building on top of Azure. Read more...

Windows Threshold Technical Preview: It's all about feedback, feedback, feedback

Brad Sams — Fri, 05 Sep 2014 14:05:35 +0000

Microsoft is gearing up for the release of its Windows Threshold Technical Preview and a key component will be feedback from users who are trying out the OS ahead of its final release next year. Read more...

Windows Threshold: Partners get access to the builds

Brad Sams — Tue, 02 Sep 2014 15:08:01 +0000

As the rumored launch date for the public preview approaches, Microsoft has started sending out builds of the upcoming version of Windows to its top partners around the world. Read more...

Windows Threshold: Rapid release is getting really interesting

Brad Sams — Fri, 22 Aug 2014 13:46:27 +0000

Microsoft is expected to release a technical preview of Windows Threshold late in September and for those of you who download the release, updating it could be very easy. Read more...

Windows Threshold: Cortana takes a step forward

Brad Sams — Mon, 11 Aug 2014 13:52:55 +0000

Microsoft is building out the next major release for Windows, code named Threshold, and we have uncovered a few more small details about Cortana's integration. Read more...

Windows Threshold: Charms bar is being overhauled

Brad Sams — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 14:03:21 +0000

In the upcoming Windows release, codenamed Threshold, the charms bar is being reworked and will operate a bit differently than it does with Windows 8 but its new role is still being uncovered. Read more...

Windows Threshold: Here come the virtual desktops

Brad Sams — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 16:03:49 +0000

The next large update to Windows, referred to as Threshold, will include new features like virtual desktops that have been popular on other platforms like Ubuntu and OS X. Read more...

Windows Threshold: A distinctive new look and a home for Cortana

Brad Sams — Mon, 14 Jul 2014 18:03:54 +0000

Microsoft is feverishly working on Windows Threshold and the details surrounding the company's upcoming OS are starting to become clearer as we get closer to release. Read more...

Surface mini: Pulled from keynote, days before launch - but it's not dead, yet

Brad Sams — Wed, 21 May 2014 17:23:27 +0000

The plot thickens in the tale of the Surface mini, as it has emerged that Microsoft tossed a wrench into its keynote plans at the eleventh hour and is now sitting on 20,000 small tablets. Read more...

Surface Mini: 8in, ARM, pen support and coming in June

Brad Sams — Tue, 06 May 2014 15:07:57 +0000

Microsoft recently announced that they will be holding a Surface mini press event and we have a few more details to add about what to expect when the device will be announced later this month. Read more...

Surface mini: A few more details about the upcoming device

Brad Sams — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 16:26:28 +0000

Microsoft's Surface mini is still on the agenda and we have a few more details to about the device that will help to complete the company's tablet portfolio with a new size of device. Read more...