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In a blog post today, the company announced it Android browser app will soon include a free VPN. Opera is rolling out the feature in stages, with beta users gaining support gradually. Like the desktop service, the VPN will be free to use and will be unlimited through server connections in Asia, America, and Europe. Other tools include an “optimal” setting that automatically finds the fastest available connections. “This exciting new feature in Opera for Android is designed to empower you with increased control and privacy of your browsing....

The developer behind the popular application says he has plans to bring the app to the Windows Store. Asked directly if that was his plan during a Paint.NET forum discussion, creator Rick Brewster said: “It’s at the top of my list. I’m going to release a 4.0.17 update and then focus just on pushing to Windows Store.” Paint.NET is a free image editing tool for the Windows platform. What it lacks in aesthetic and sophistication, it makes up for with a myriad of features....

With the Apple Watch Series 8 on the horizon, early reports of features are leaking out. One interesting new addition for the new generation will be the ability to read the body temperature of the wearer. A pointless addition? Well, that depends. Like many wearable metric-reading features the quality will depend entirely on what the sensor can deliver. At best, the Apple Watch Series 8 will be able to tell you if you have a fever… not bad in these post-pandemic times....

Consumers in the United States spent a total of $12.35 billion on video game products during Q2, down 13 percent from the same period in 2021. It seems the problem is affecting the three giants of the industry, Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft. Earlier this week, Sony said it was expecting slower results for its PlayStation division. This came after the company reported software sales were down a sizeable 26 percent year-on-year....

In a post, the Slovakian company says Buhtrap has been exploiting the vulnerability for cyber-espionage. Microsoft has already patched the zero-day during its July Patch Tuesday cumulative updates. Listed as CVE-2019-1132, we discussed this flaw earlier in the week. The vulnerability is found in Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008. Microsoft details this flaw, describing it as a Win32 elevation of privilege vulnerability. “An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows when the Win32k component fails to properly handle objects in memory....

According to Samsung, the Gaming Hub is much more than just a place to help users launch their game streaming services. Game consoles that connect via HDMI (including Xbox and PlayStation) will appear in the hub, allowing users to power on from the hub. Furthermore, the Samsung Gaming Hub UI will also support passthrough controller inputs. This allows users to use just one controller instead of pairing multiple gamepads. Interesting this allows Bluetooth headsets and gamepads to work across apps, devices, and services....

Samsung says the Odyssey headset will not be available to customers in Europe. Since the company launched the device last month, it has been available for pre-order from the Microsoft Store. We were wondering why no information on European availability was offered. Speaking to The Verge, a Samsung representative confirmed Odyssey will not reach Europeans. Unfortunately, the company has not explained why this is the case. Samsung has history with this kind of product roll out, with the Galaxy Note 5 not released in Europe....

It’s new offering, however, may be the best yet. Game Drive for Xbox Game Pass provides up to 4TB of extra storage and a free subscription to Game Pass. It will also match the styling of the new Xbox One S console, with a classy white finish. For those unfamiliar, Xbox Game Pass is a game $9.99 p/m subscription service that gives access to over 100 games. It’s similar to Playstation Now, but the games can be downloaded rather than streamed....

This is a big win for users who already use Skype Lite and will probably entice many who were holding out. Group Video Calling is hardly revolutionary for those of use running the full fat Skype experience, but for Lite users it is a game-changing ability. Like the experience on the full app, the Skype Lite version of Group Video Called lets anyone join a video or audio call for free....

If you are unfamiliar behind the concept of Skype UWP, here’s a refresher. Microsoft’s universal Windows idea allows developers to build one app that works across all Windows 10 platforms. For users, this means the same Skype experience. For those of us who used the fragmented Skype across Windows apps, it is nice to at least have a unified service. Launched in preview last year, Microsoft has brought Skype UWP up to speed as a full app with the roll out for the Creators Update So, now is the right time to also bring the universal app to Xbox One....

There is a various reason that causes “Skype Video Not Working” incorrect camera configuration, May camera app didn’t have permission to access skype app, any third party app or security software (antivirus) block the app, again the most common incompatible driver especially Video/Display driver. Whatever the reason, here are some solutions you may apply to fix the issue. Fix Skype Video Not Working If you are using an external webcam check and make sure it’s connected properly....

Prevent windows 10 from changing the default printer When a device is changing on its own, it is usually because there is a setting On windows 10 PC that allows changing the device to the most suitable one that it deems worthy. Let’s follow the steps below to Turn off Windows manage my default printer Option. 1 Prevent windows 10 from changing the default printer1.1 Set your default printer in Windows 101....

Windows update database error This error “Potential Windows update database error detected” mostly occurs if the windows update database (software distribution folder, Where windows temporarily download update files) gets corrupted. Also if installed an update bug, or System files get corrupted which may result in windows update error. Well if Due to some reason Windows update or its related services not started you may also face various errors such as 0x80070020, 0x80080005, 0x8024001f, 0x80244022, 0x80096004, and others....

Some other report After upgrade to latest Windows 10 version, when they try to connect their computer or laptop to the internet or access the internet in any way then they will face different scenarios such as No network access, wifi no internet, wireless network connection not connected, No wireless network connection, unidentified network no internet access, no internet access etc… No Internet Access Windows 10 Well, there are many factors that can cause the No Internet Access issue but some of them are corrupted, outdated or incompatible network adapter drivers, incorrect network configuration, hardware issues, network account issue, corrupt profile etc....

If you are also encountering issues while download and install Windows 10 cumulative updates, you’re not alone. Over the past few months, several users have reported on forums that Windows updates including the important Patch Tuesday releases and optional updates are stuck downloading for hours or failing to install. Here in this post, we have prepared a bunch of tricks You can try to fix updates when they fail....

SpinOne Product Details The SpinOne software is a top-rated SaaS data protection solution in the industry. This platform is designed to deliver protection services for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Salesforce, and other SaaS. 1 SpinOne Product Details1.1 General Information2 Why Use SpinOne SaaS Data Protection Platform2.1 SaaS Ransomware Protection2.2 SaaS Application Security2.3 SaaS DLP2.4 SaaS Backup3 Supported Platforms3.1 Google Workspace (G Suite)3.2 Microsoft (Office) 3653.3 Salesforce4 Advantages and Disadvantages of SpinOne Platform...

1 Tested Games2 Full Catalog Steam Play was announced way back in 2010 and support games across Windows, MacOS, and Linux. For the first time, Valve has opened the door for Windows games support through Steam Play on the open source Linux platform. The company worked with CodeWeavers to enable the integration. CodeWeavers ports applications and software from one platform to others. For example, we talked to the company in 2016 about its efforts to bring Windows applications to Google Chromebooks....

The obvious problem facing owners of the Surface Book is its age. Microsoft rolled out the original Book way back on October 26, 2015. This means the device is over four years old… not covered by warranty. One post on AskWoody suggested the company would replace the faulty batteries if they have them in stock. That’s partially true but with a huge caveat. Microsoft’s support staff have told customers that they will replace the batteries, but only under the terms the devices are out of warranty....

In terms of the Type Cover, Microsoft has confirmed it will be available in several colors, including Alcantra, and will cost $99. The Surface Mobile Mouse will follow the Surface GO in affordability with a $34.99 price. As this is an on-the-go peripheral, the mouse weighs just 78 grams, and that’s with 2 AAA batteries installed. Microsoft has sought to make the Surface brand as appealing aesthetically as it is technologically....

One of the main proving grounds for new technological advances – before they are rolled out into other business sectors – is that of gaming, be it offline or online. Here are some of the new or upcoming tech advances that promise not only to take gaming to the next level, but which will also increase the rate at which economies transition to working online. Facial Recognition Giving Games the Human Touch Facial recognition is already used widely by security services who wish to keep tabs on who enters and exits a facility....