Powershell Windows Toolbox For Windows 11 Has Been Installing Viruses On User Pcs

Part of the problem here is that Powershell Windows Toolbox may seem like a real Microsoft app to some users. After all, it has both Windows and Powershell in its name, two Microsoft services. It seems that is part of the trick as the app is infecting systems. It was available on GitHub to put the Google Play Store on Windows 11, taking advantage of the platform’s Windows Subsystem for Android feature....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 328 words · Jason Rundle

Qualcomm Working On Snapdragon 1000 For Always Connected Pcs

However, a report from WinFuture suggests Qualcomm is already looking to the future. With that in mind, an upcoming chipset is in development that is codenamed the SDM1000. As that name suggests, the processor will be called the Snapdragon 1000. The report points to this being a new category of processor for Qualcomm, specifically for ultrabooks. That would explain the jump from the upcoming Snapdragon 950 to the Snapdragon 1000....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 222 words · Forrest Self

Report Microsoft S Proposed Tiktok Acquisition Comes With Some Clear Risk

TikTok is the latest social media craze and has become the go-to posting platform during 2020. It’s something we have seen before. Snapchat and Instagram have enjoyed time as the influencer’s platform of choice. Further back, Facebook and Twitter also had their place in the trendsetting spotlight. Now it’s the turn of TikTok. The most obvious reason why Microsoft wants to purchase the company is to get a slice of that action....

November 7, 2022 · 4 min · 728 words · Gloria Buck

Report Microsoft Teams To Get Custom Video Call Backgrounds Skype May Follow

Last year, Teams introduced the ability to blur backgrounds while in a chat. The idea was to keep the focus on the user while removing worries about untidy surroundings. Custom backgrounds will improve that privacy screen while adding a fun flair. However, it’s worth noting that the background blur feature launched in Skype just like week. It took several weeks to port the feature over, but it stands to reason that custom backgrounds will launch on the platform, too....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 230 words · Sammy Francis

Samsung Confirms The S10 Lite And Note 10 Lite With Iphone Like Camera Bumps

In doing so, Samsung is following industry trends from the likes of Google and Apple. The Pixel 3a and 3a XL proved very popular with consumers as did the base iPhone 11 and XR. The S10 Lite will include a ‘Pro-grade camera’, with a 48MP f2.0 wide-angle, 123-degree 12 MP f2.2 ultra-wide, and a 5 MP f2.4 Macro lens. These will be paired with the new Super Steady OIS and Super Steady modes....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 251 words · John Mcginnis

Samsung To Launch Galaxy Note 9 Early To Avoid Clash With Apple

The South Korean smartphone market leader is dropping its latest phablet flagship at an event in New York on August 9. This date represents the earliest Samsung has ever launched a Galaxy Note device. We have seen the company announce its productivity-minded handset early each year. The main reason for this has been to avoid the all-encompassing nature of an Apple iPhone launch cycle. Cupertino launches its iPhones in September....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 276 words · Judy Hanrahan

Samsung Unveils Notebook 9 Pro With Windows 10 Home

With a 360-degree hinge similar to that of Lenovo’s Yoga laptop, and an Intel 7th-gen Core i7 CPU, Notebook 9 Pro enters the market in style. Samsung’s new hybrid device also features an S Pen with 4.000 levels of pressure and has fast charging support. Of course, the main highlight of Samsung Notebook 9 Pro is the S Pen which allows great inking experience. The device also features the Air Command software that lets users take notes, edit documents, and draw....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 291 words · David Boyd

Sandboxescaper Publishes Byebear Windows Exploit That Bypasses Microsoft S Own Fix

1 Workaround2 Disclosure History In a report, ThreatPost says SandboxEscaper published the exploit for a patch Microsoft issued to fix a Windows local privilege-escalation (LPE) vulnerability. As we have mentioned before, the developer is shining a light on problems in Microsoft’s services. The problem is, SandboxEscaper is not telling the company about these problems. The latest workaround is an exploit called “ByeBear”, which allows bad actors to bypass Microsoft’s own patches....

November 7, 2022 · 3 min · 428 words · Ashley Bury

Skype Preview Updated To Version 11 12 111 0 With Compactoverlay

As suggested above, this update is for Windows Insiders. Skype Preview 11.12.111.0 is available now on the Windows Store, but only users on the Inside will benefit from CompactOverlay. If you are unfamiliar with the feature, it is basically a fancy way of saying picture-in-picture. With the addition of CompactOverlay, users can now continue a phone or video call while performing other tasks. Skype will position itself with an Always On Top video window....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 258 words · Sylvia Starling

Smart Campaigns Comes To Microsoft Advertising

Available initially in the United States, Microsoft says Smart Campaigns will help SMBs to create online advertising campaigns more efficiently: “Smart Campaigns are a simple and efficient way for small businesses to get started with digital advertising and connect with relevant customers who are ready to engage with their business. It’s a streamlined and guided campaign experience to run ads on Microsoft Advertising, and optionally on other advertising platforms. “From onboarding to optimizing your campaign, our support team is available through a prevalent chat experience across our site, and setting up ads is easier than ever with a simplified setup workflow....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 271 words · Maria Volk

Solved Can T Connect Securely To This Page Ie11 Or Edge Windows 10

Again this may be caused by network driver glitches or other network-related settings. If you are also struggling with this problem, here some effective solutions you may apply. 1 Can’t connect securely to this page1.1 Reset Internet Explorer settings1.2 Enable TLS (Transport Layer Security) Protocols1.3 Allow Mixed Content To Display1.4 Reset network configuration settings1.5 Change DNS address First of all, Disable security software (antivirus) if installed, and disconnect VPN connection, and open web pages this may help to fix the problem for you....

November 7, 2022 · 3 min · 530 words · Raquel Zamora

Solved Volume Control Not Working After Windows 10 Update

Taskbar volume icon not working on windows 10 Here is a quick solution that might help quickly adjust the volume on your computer. 1 Taskbar volume icon not working on windows 101.1 Restart File explorer1.2 Restart the Audio Service1.3 Run the Troubleshooter1.4 Update the audio drivers1.5 Reinstall ShellExperienceHost1.6 Enable the legacy Volume Control slider1.7 Reinstall the sound card driver1.8 Perform SFC scan on your computer1.9 Add a new user Press Windows key + R, type sndvol....

November 7, 2022 · 6 min · 1075 words · Alan Fritsch

Solved Windows 10 22H2 Update Stuck At Getting Ready Screen

Windows 10 getting ready loop This problem windows 10 is stuck at getting ready Screen like windows getting ready don’t turn off your computer mostly occurs because of corrupted update file installation. Again an incomplete update, Windows will try to finish its installation every time you restart your PC or windows system file corruption which causes updates not installed properly. And reset windows update components probably a good solution to fix Windows 10 getting ready loop....

November 7, 2022 · 4 min · 760 words · Michael Bergman

Spotify Begins Crackdown On Hacked Adblock Enabled Apps

Spotify intentionally built restrictions into its mobile app, forcing users to shuffle play songs and only allowing a limited amount of skips. Some users felt this was unfair, considering they listen to ads either way, and began to deliver cracked apps. The Android apps deliver some of the premium features, including ad-free listening, unlimited track skipping, and high-quality audio. They don’t let users download songs for offline use or use Spotify Connect....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 268 words · James Brown

Swiftkey Debuts Ai Powered Puppets Emoji Animations

Called “Puppets”, the SwiftKey is available from today on select devices. It will be a staged roll out that will happen over the coming weeks. With Puppets, users can record themselves and be transformed into an emoji such as a dog, dinosaur, and other characters. Like we have seen on other AI emoji solutions, the SwiftKey feature reads and animates smiles, head movements, winks, and so on. SwiftKey says Puppets was created by accessing thousands of images and videos from volunteers....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 239 words · Frankie Williams

The 27 Inch Dell Canvas Offers Surface Studio Like Functionality For 1800

Similar complaints have been made about Wacom’s Cintiq line of tablets, which are around $2,400. Dell is looking to capitalize on a more affordable market, but there are some adjustments. For a start, the 27-inch Dell Canvas isn’t its own device but lies at a 10-degree angle in front of an existing display. You can optionally go up to 80-degrees, but that will cost you an extra $500. Dell Canvas Specs and Features However, the Canvas does have some very redeemable features....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 269 words · John Hevey

The Biggest Feature Of Windows 10 S Next Update Could Be Better Alexa Integration

The new update will essentially enable the use of a PC, laptop, or tablet from across the room. A stationary or docked laptop could work as an Echo Dot replacement, though consistency is likely to depend heavily on the microphone attached. Even so, with Windows 10 19H2 being a very understated update, this could be one of its major feature additions. For Alexa users, its another notch in their ecosystem, with the other changes being primarily performance and enterprise improvements....

November 7, 2022 · 1 min · 117 words · Richard Barone

Top 10 Hidden Command Prompt Tricks For Windows 10

Top windows command prompt Tricks Creating Con Or Non-Delectable Folder With CMD 1 Top windows command prompt Tricks1.0.1 Check IP address of any Website1.0.2 Check Installed Driver list1.0.3 Create Wi-Fi Hotspot using Command Prompt1.0.4 Assoc CMD Command1.0.5 This command provides you with a list of programs and their associated files. In Windows, you can not create a folder with the name con or can not rename a folder to con. This is because it is a variable name used by Windows programming....

November 7, 2022 · 6 min · 1140 words · David Stambaugh

Twitter Removes 90 000 Siren Porn Scam Botnet Twitter Accounts

Though the websites are all legal, ZeroFox reports that many of the subscription services mislead users. Profiles on the sites are often operated by the hosts and share user data with affiliate scam sites. 30 Million Clicks Thanks to the security company’s neural network, we now have a good idea how SIREN works. The users have posted over 8.5 million links, traveling through several redirect services before reaching the destination....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 242 words · George Dapinto

Us States Are Reportedly Launching An Antitrust Investigation Into Tech Giants

One source believes up to 20 states could be involved in the investigation, which may focus on the competitive practices of the companies. It bears similarities to a 1998 state investigation of Microsoft, after which it agreed to make Windows more accessible to third-party developers. This time, however, it’s not clear if Microsoft will be a target of the investigation. Neither WSJ or The New York Times have mentioned the company specifically, though it does seem the action wants to take a wider look at the role of tech giants....

November 7, 2022 · 2 min · 241 words · Christopher Williams