EA details upcoming Star Wars Battlefront II content

More Star Wars Battlefront II content is on the way!
Star Wars Battlefront II has had its fair share of issues since launch. Initially, the game was panned for its pay-to-win microtransaction model, and then delayed updates irked numerous consumers. Luckily, EA posted a roadmap of future content which should hit the game relatively soon. There are a lot of exciting changes coming in the near future!

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How do you confirm your order after receiving a quote from big apple buddy?

this is directed for people who have used big apple buddy before (a shipping company) - the quote says to confirm shipping and payment method but where and how do you do that?

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Microsoft is selling the Surface Studio for up to £1000 off in the UK

You can now save yourself some serious cash on a brand new Surface Studio from Microsoft, but you probably shouldn't buy one anyway.
For the first time ever, Microsoft is selling its Surface Studio at its online store for a discounted price in the United Kingdom, with savings of up to £1000 on offer depending on the model you go for. Microsoft has never sold its Surface Studio for a discount before now, which means Microsoft is likely trying to shift the last of its stock to make room for the rumoured Surface Studio 2.

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How to install mods for Skyrim Special Edition on PC

Bethesda has re-released Skyrim for every electronic device in living history, including the trust microwave. As for the Special Edition on PC, many wondered why the company even bothered since graphics are only marginally better, but what makes this latest version so good is the addition of 64-bit support. This unlocks the full potential of Skyrim and the modding scene, which should enable for a more stable experience (especially when you hit the 200 mod marker).

Here's a quick guide to get started installing mods on PC. We'll be using the Nexus Mod Manager, which is universally recommended to keep things organized and to make installing larger packages an absolute breeze.

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New OS for mobile.

Do you think that there should be another OS for mobile phones except Android/iOS (yes WP already dead).........

For me yes I will like to try and use new OS.
There should be something else better than Android and iOS, and we should have more than two choices.
What do you say, comment here.

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Replace the ugly Windows 10 sound settings to the legacy control panel sound settings

So when I right click my sound icon in the icon bar and click sound settings it now opens the settings app, ew. Is there a registry key I can change to make it open the control panel sound settings menu?

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Dell Inspiron 15 7000 vs. XPS 15: Which is better for you?

Both have 4K display options and dedicated GPUs, but which comes out on top?
Leading the way when it comes to Dell's 15-inch Ultrabooks is the XPS 15 9570, rocking some impressive hardware in a design we're familiar with. A small step down is the Inspiron 15 7570, a cheaper alternative that still has a lot going for it. If you're shopping for a new laptop that's about this size, both of these are likely being considered. Let's break things down to help you decide which is better.

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Keep yourself protected with VPN Unlimited for just $33.99!

Using the internet is becoming increasingly risky, and many people aren't taking the precautions necessary to protect their data and ultimately themselves. Using a VPN to protect yourself is never a bad idea, but free services are often unreliable, slow, and unsafe.
What you need is an affordable VPN service with a proven track record to keep your data private while you browse the internet. You have several devices, so you need it to work on multiple platforms, and you need servers close to you so you don't suffer from slow speeds.


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When is Microsoft announcing Surface Andromeda? #AskDanWindows 50

On this week's episode of #AskDanWindows we're going to talk about everyone's favorite rumored device Andromeda, if Surface Studio 2 is still expected this fall, and should Microsoft charge for Windows upgrades again as to avoid advertising?
Grab your favorite PC, a cup of coffee and jump in!

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What you missed this week on CordCutters.com

It's all Amazon Fire TV, all the time. OK, a lot of the time. Some of the time.
The Amazon Fire TV Cube is now shipping, and we've reviewed the little box. The short version? It's really good, actually. But definitely not perfect, and maybe not for everyone. But there's a real reason to give it a good look.
Have a taste:

In hindsight, it's pretty clear exactly what we should have expected. Amazon Fire TV is a known entity. We've used it for years, and it's a great option for streaming TV. Amazon Echo is a great hands-free voice assistant thing. We've used Alexa for years.

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Battlefield V and the media drama

So, in an interview EA chief creative officer, Patrick Soderlund countered to people objecting to Battlefield V depicting women by saying "We stand up for the cause, because I think these people who don't understand it, well, youhave two choices: either accept it or don't buy the game. I'm fine with either or. It's just not ok."

This was taken from Gamasutra: https://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/...attlefield.php

I'm curious if EA is shooting themselves in the foot by some of the statements given in this interview. To me, this almost seems like the backlash that Hollywood has been doing lately with Ghostbusters 2016, and SW: The Last Jedi. The statement of 'accept it or don't buy the game' to me, seems like it's asking for trouble.

I'll admit, I wasn't interested in buying this game from the start. I became less interested when I found out you could repair a horse with a wrench (my brain still hurts from that one) as stated by this: https://www.extremetech.com/gaming/2...t-buy-the-game

What do you all think? Is this going to hurt sales of the game?

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how do i track my lost&how do i block it from being until i recover it

lost my phone and its now switched off can i still track it or block from use

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How do I disable controller navigation in windows 10?

I use controller companion from steam but when I'm in the start menu or other Microsoft programs the mouse moves and there's another curser outlining other things as well. For example when I'm in the news app there's a curser that moves around for the stories and the mouse moves at the same time. It's really annoying.

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HDHomerun Quatro is down to one of the lowest prices we've seen!

HDHomerun Quatro has — wait for it — four tuners, so you can watch up to four shows at one time on multiple devices. ($119 at Best Buy)
Our favorite OTA streaming box at its best price ever!

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Update

I still can't update my Lumia 520, I don't know what to do

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Update

I don't know what to do with my Windows phone, I've been trying to update the phone for the last five months, please somebody should come to my rescue

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Critical process died - how to fix it?

I have Windows 10 and since yesterday I can't log in, it says critical process died
I tried everything to fix it, I can't get into safe mode (same error) and when I try the sfcscan it say it cannot perform the operation
Please HELP

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Most anticipated Xbox One games launching next week: Defiance 2050, Red Faction Guerrilla, and more

Every week, numerous games launch on Xbox One, but which ones truly stand out? Here are some of the biggest and most anticipated titles launching across Microsoft's platforms next week.
Next week we have one new "AAA" release on Xbox One, but there are still a few surprises here and there. Notably, Red Faction Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered is finally launching on the console, and Defiance 2050 transports you to a world filled with alien-slaying goodness. With that in mind, here are all the biggest games launching next week, between July 2 and July 6, 2018.


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Assassin's Creed is veering too far away from its original formula

By becoming more combat-focused, Assassin's Creed becomes less like itself.
Last year's Assassin's Creed Origins was a leap of faith into risky territory for the franchise, but it ended up paying off. Most people loved the game, including our own Xbox editor Matt Brown, and the addition of systems from other role-playing games (RPGs) offered a new style of play for gamers.
However, while Origins was fun, I don't think the changes it brought were a good fit for the series. And with Assassin's Creed Odyssey adding more of these types of mechanics, the problem is only getting worse.
Here's why I think Assassin's Creed is losing its identity.

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Cortana Selfies

Watching TV the other night I saw an Android phone commercial (don't remember which one as I wasn't really paying too much attention at the time). In the commercial a person says, "hey Google, take a selfie". Another person says "Can it do that?". Then the phone assistant takes a selfie. Everyone is excited.

Which got me to thinking...Can Cortana do that? So I picked up my Elite X3 and said :Hey Cortana, take a selfie". And you know what? She did take a selfie. :smile:

Sadly, while Google shows this feature as something new and exciting and a reason to buy an Android phone, Microsoft's Cortana had this feature all along but we were never told about it.

Another example of really bad Microsoft marketing.

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Changing from Microsoft account to local account for sign in - impact on Office 365, etc?

So I retired my Windows 7 Sony Vaio Pro 13 aand replaced it with a Huawei Matebook X Pro.

This was not my first foray in Windows 10 - I have 2 Windows 10 computers at work and a HP Elite X2 tablet / 2-in-1. I have a Microsoft account and an Office 365 subscription; use OneDrive, etc.

Problem is that my HP Elite X2 user and my Huawai Matebook X Pro user accounts are the same - i.e., my Microsoft account. That's causing issues with my home server (an ancient Acer H-340 running WHS v1).

So I thought I'd switch to a local account on one or the other.

If I do that is it going to impact Office 365, OneDrive, etc.?

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How to set up and use iCloud Photos on Windows 10

Here's how to keep your iPhone and iPad photos in sync with your PC using iCloud Photo Library on Windows 10.
Of course, Apple would prefer if you used a Mac alongside your iPhone or iPad, but it isn't silly enough to assume that folks would give up their Windows PCs and go all-in on its hardware. As such, some of the core services you'll be using on those mobile devices are also available for Windows.

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Amazon's portable Tap speaker with Alexa built-in has dropped to $85

No summer adventure is complete without some good music.
The Amazon Tap Alexa-enabled portable Bluetooth speaker is down to $84.99 on Amazon. This the first price drop we've seen since last year. While not great as great as some of the deals we saw over Black Friday, it's been a while since the Tap has moved from its $130 price at all.

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EliteNote is now live in the Microsoft Store

EliteNote is in the preview phase but is available for those of you who may be slightly interested in trying out something new. It is my personal opinion that it is HARD to develop an attractive app for Microsoft's UWP platform - particularly when you are literally working with half the physical pixels available on any device - but I believe I've managed to get close.

If you have a Windows 10 device (excluding Windows Phone), you download a free 30-day trial directly from the Microsoft Store.

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Microsoft's Cortana needs be the best enterprise assistant to survive

Microsoft needs to flex its enterprise muscles and make Cortana an absolute beast of an enterprise assistant.
Cortana, Microsoft's beleaguered digital assistant, has gone from what Microsoft said was "the world's most personal digital assistant" to a virtual unknown among consumers.
Contrary to the enterprise-to-consumer dynamic that drove personal computing's early evolution, consumers are now a major industry driver. Consumer-focused smartphones are a nexus and launchpad for today's multifaceted personal computing experiences. Digital assistants, smart homes, augmented reality (AR) platforms, app ecosystems, smart speakers and more are being propelled into the mainstream by mobile platforms.

Without a smartphone, Microsoft is a non-participant in these emerging segments though it has made attempts. Perhaps the lack of a competitive mobile platform, persistent misinterpretation of the consumer market or ineptness in executing its plans, has led to Microsoft's vanishing consumer presence.

Whatever the reason, Cortana, like most of Microsoft's efforts, has been relegated to the enterprise as prospects for her consumer success wane. Today, making "her" the best enterprise assistant may be the only way Microsoft can ensure her survival.

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OneDrive's 'Known Folder Move' helps keep important files in sync

Known Folder Move will automatically migrate content from your pictures, documents, and desktop folders to OneDrive.

Microsoft is making it easier to keep your important content in sync with OneDrive.

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Your "waterproof" phone ... isn't (IP ratings explained)

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With Windows 10 and Surface, Microsoft is (finally) making real consumer gains

Between the Microsoft Store, new Surfaces, and Xbox, Microsoft's latest trend toward genuine consumer success is a welcome change.
In the Windows and Microsoft enthusiast community, there is constant tension. Some believe Surface, Xbox, and Windows 10 reveal the best of what the company has for consumers, while the fates of Windows Phone, Band, and Groove portray a failing company that has its head stuck in the (intelligent) clouds.
The truth lays somewhere in between.
There is no hiding the fact that Microsoft has had some massive failures over the last few years, with mobile being the most damaging. But when you ask non-Microsoft fans about what they see, they tend to be impressed. (See tech journalist Owen Williams's excellent article "The Surface Book 2 is everything the MacBook Pro should be", for example.)
Over the last few months, though, the company appears to have shifted again, and it seems to be moving towards the consumer space. Again. Of course, many at Microsoft would say that they never were pulling away from consumers. But recent shifts and updates make clear it that non-business personal computing is still a focus.


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HTC giving away charming adventure Moss with Viveport subscription bundles

Now you can join the adventures of Quill the mouse for free with a Viveport subscription.

HTC Vive owners are in for a treat with the latest promotion for the device's Viveport subscription service.

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Snag Microsoft's Classic IntelliMouse for just $22

Microsoft's latest IntelliMouse has hit impulse-buy territory at Amazon.

If you've had your eye on Microsoft's newly redesigned IntelliMouse, now may be the time to pull the trigger on picking one up.

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April 2018 Update hits 78 percent of Windows 10 PCs, AdDuplex claims

The Windows 10 April 2018 Update continued its meteoric rise in June.

According to the AdDuplex's latest monthly report, the Windows 10 April 2018 Update has reached 78.1 percent coverage of all Windows 10 PCs the firm has sampled.

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Should you add a mixamp to your gaming setup?

If you're involved in content creation or like to mix consoles and PCs together, you can definitely benefit from a good mixamp.
We're specifically considering gaming-focused products like the Astro Mixamp or the Turtle Beach TAC. Audio-mixing units where you might connect an XLR microphone and a bunch of other devices together are a different beast entirely.
But these little boxes can make a huge difference in gaming audio, whether you're on PC or console. Some will get more from it than others, but if you're involved in content creation, in particular, streaming, it could be an important part of your gear.


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Surface USB-C adapter now available for $79.99

Now you can add a USB-C port to your Surface Pro or Surface Laptop.

The time has finally arrived: Microsoft's USB-C dongle for Surface devices is now available for $79.99.

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Take 15% off any eBay order over $25 today only

Site wide. Save big. Happy Friday.
Today eBay is taking 15% off just about everything with the code PERFECTDAY. You will need to make a minimum purchase of $25. It has a maximum potential savings of $100, so you can spend as much as $667 and still save with this deal. You can only use the code once on one shopping cart, but you can use the code on everything in that cart instead of just one item. While it can be used site-wide, the few excluded categories include Coins & Paper Money, Gift Cards & Coupons, and Real Estate. This deal expires at 12 p.m. Eastern tonight, June 29.

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6th or 7th Gen Processor?

Can someone help me out? I'm thinking about buying a Book 2 13.5 inch and I keep seeing slight differences. Does this device come with a 6th Gen or 7th Gen Processor for the i5 model?

On certain sights I keep seeing both which makes me think someone is selling a Surface Book as a Surface Book 2.

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Chime in: How do you feel about Windows 10 Fluent Design so far?

What are your thoughts on the progress of Microsoft's Fluent Design System? Let us know in the forums.
Microsoft's new Fluent Design System has been around officially for a little over a year now. Unveiled at Build 2017, Microsoft and app developers have slowly been adding the new design language to their software, and with every new Windows 10 release, Fluent Design gets a little better.
We want to know your thoughts on the latest iteration of Fluent Design available in the Windows 10 April Update. Were you expecting more at this point? Less? Are there things you'd like to change? We want to know!

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Music, movies, and books we're into this week

We have some great media to help wrap up June.
Summer if flying by, and June is nearly over. There are some holidays coming up depending on where you live, and you're probably looking for a bit of entertainment. If you're lying out in the sun you're probably looking for an interesting book to read or a catchy album to listen to, or you might just want to hang out inside and watch a great movie. Read on for some suggestions from Team Windows Central.

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Are you a proud Windows user? Tell us why!

To kick off summer (and just to have some fun), the Windows Central team decided to put together a team story on why we're all proud to call ourselves Windows users in 2018. As writers and editors for a Windows-focused site, we're obviously pretty passionate about the platform. But the reasons we came up with might not be what you expect.

We finished the story last week, and it will run this coming week. When it's live, I'll share the link here. But we're going to do a big social-media push focused on the story and the concept of sharing reasons to be proud to use Windows, using the hashtag #PCproud , and I wanted to get the conversation going here.

Are you proud to be a Windows? If so, let us know why in this thread, on Twitter and/or Instagram using the hashtag #PCproud . We'll be following this thread and that hashtag closely, and in a few weeks, we'll round up the best reasons from our readers and feature them in another story. So be creative!

Oh, and feel free to use the image below when you share your reasons on social. That's what it's for!

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The Crew 2 review: Where more actually means less

Ubisoft's open-world racer ditches the cringe-worthy storyline and is all the better for it, but it's a bit hectic.
The Crew was always a good idea poorly executed. One of the biggest issues with that first game was the storyline. Part GTA, part Need for Speed, all dire. The good parts of the game were quickly swallowed up by the bits that made you want to stick pins your eyes.
To some, it might seem surprising that The Crew 2 even exists. But it does, and Ubisoft is taking another stab at the open-world racer. This time around things are very different. The Crew 2 is brimming with ambition and a few crazy ideas that could make or break it.
So, is it second time lucky for Ubisoft? Almost. Here's why.

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Amazon Fire TV Cube review from CordCutters.com

It's good. It's really good. But is it going to kill Android TV or Apple TV?

Well, Amazon went and did it. It combined its uber-popular Fire TV with its even more popular Echo Dot, mashing up the two into a cube. The result? Pretty predictable, actually. You've got a Fire TV with exactly the sort of hands-free voice control you'd expect.

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Microsoft Modern Keyboard with Fingerprint ID review: A great way to add Windows Hello to your PC

The Modern Keyboard with Fingerprint ID is the first PC keyboard from Microsoft with a Windows Hello compatible fingerprint scanner.


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Windows 10 build 17704 for PC: Everything you need to know

Here's a closer look at the features and enhancements included in Windows 10 build 17704, and we even show you those changes that Microsoft didn't mention.
Microsoft is releasing Windows 10 build 17704 to testers with devices enrolled in the Fast ring and Skip Ahead lane. This is the seventeenth preview that the company is rolling out, and it can be considered one of the most significant rollouts that Insiders had received as part of the Redstone 5 development with a slew of improvements and new features.
In this flight, Windows 10 ships with significant visual changes on Microsoft Edge. The typing experience gets new Artificial Intelligence (AI) insights to help you type more efficiently. Video playback works better in very bright environments. You can now install fonts on a per-user basis. Microsoft continues its gradual rollout of Fluent Design. Windows Defender can now stop suspicious behaviors, and a lot more.
In this Windows 10 guide, we'll dive deep and show you the latest improvements and features included in the latest preview, which are expected to arrive with the Redstone 5 update.

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Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy finally launches on Xbox One and PC

Crash lands on Xbox One.
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is finally available on Xbox One and PC for $39.99. The game was originally announced as a PlayStation 4 exclusive many months ago.

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Kingdom Come: Deliverance 'From the Ashes' expansion launches next week

Rebuild your village.
Recently, Warhorse Studios released a roadmap for some new content that will be released over the course of the next year for the medieval role-playing game Kingdom Come: Deliverance. The title is currently available for $59.99 on Xbox One, PC, and PlayStation 4.

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What brand and model is the SSD inside of the Dell 9575 Xps 15 2-1 AND Do I need the i7 with 16GB?

1.) I can not find what models the SSDs are that are available as OEM with the XPS 15 2-1 9575. Can anyone provide this information?

Also,

2.) I am trying to figure out if I need the i7 with 16gb or if the i5 with 8gb will do just fine for my needs.

I am primarily a writer (I have tested the keyboard and I love it). I do however do a range of differing tasks that pertain to my writing. First of all I draw the art and landscapes for my novels. I also do 3d renderings of buildings and the like. My current device is holding me back majorly in this area, So I am wanting to make sure that I do not buy a device that will potentially hold me back as well. This will be my primary device with my 10" tablet being my secondary for the next 5 years. I need to make sure that it can seamlessly handle the art and the 3d rendering. obviously the writing will be overkill with either choice but I have not found a keyboard that worked better (I have MS and even the 1.1mm of travel on my crappy HP15 fatigues my fingers). As far as gaming goes, again the i5 will more than suffice seeing as I prefer to play mostly MMORPG on my computers and everything else on my console.

Thank you to all.
Sincerely,
Morthis Mejere

So what do you think? Will the i5 and 8gb be more than enough for me for the next 5 years doing mainly those 3 things (writing, art, and 3d rendering) or do I need the i7 with 16gb. (I will not get the i7 with 8gb as it seems like a waste not to get the 16 at that point.)

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Why I can't download any stuff from Microsoft Edge?

It's keep telling me waiting for download.

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Forza Horizon 4 complete car list (so far)

Strap in and check out every car coming to Forza Horizon 4 so far.
Microsoft's Forza franchise comes equipped with an impressive portfolio of vehicles for players to drive, with some recent titles packing close to 1000 unique vehicles for players to explore. Forza Horizon 4 is no different and expected to bring a comparably large collection of wheels onto the vast UK roads.
Between official Microsoft gameplay and various leaks, we already have a clear idea of hundreds of vehicles likely included with Forza Horizon 4 on Xbox One and Windows 10. We've wrapped these into a single convenient list, with future updates to come as new cars arise.

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Epson's $45 WorkForce Portable Scanner sends files directly to the cloud

Easily keep digital copies of all your important files.
Epson's WorkForce DS-30 Portable Document & Image Scanner is down to $45.49 at Amazon for a limited time. Today's sale brings this product down to a new low price which is over $50 below what it sells for on average.
With the WorkForce DS-30, you can scan documents directly to the cloud or your email. It can scan just under 5 items per minute sized up to 8.5" by 14"; it can even scan small items like business or ID cards with no problem.

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How to get the new Windows 10 Skype app without joining the Insider Program

Here's how to quickly get the all-new Skype app for Windows 10.
The Skype team is at it again, with another attempt at making Skype a great experience on Windows 10. The app has been rewritten using React Native and Microsoft's Universal Windows Platform (UWP).
You can read more about the new Skype app, what's new, and some behind the scenes info here, but if you want the app now and are not a fan of early "Redstone 5" Windows Insider Program builds, here is how to get it officially.

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Microsoft Teams headed to U.S. Government customers in July

The rollout begins on July 17.

Microsoft has announced that its Slack competitor, Microsoft Teams, will begin rolling out for U.S. government customers starting on July 17.

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Any possibility on South African PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds?

Azure servers has arrived in South Africa in Johannesburg and in Cape Town is there any possibility for servers for us. I think this is the wrong place to ask but I get no answers anywhere.

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Halo: The Master Chief Collection, and what lies ahead

Determined to bring it back from the brink, 343 Industries is working hard to get Halo: The Master Chief Collection in working order.
When you think of Halo: The Master Chief Collection (MCC), more likely than not your first thought will be about its nightmarish history with bugs. However, thanks to both 343 Industries (343i) and its partner companies, the majority of the performance issues may end up being a thing of the past, beginning later this summer.
Using data collected from MCC Insider Program feedback, developers are slowly but surely fixing the various problems that currently plague Halo: MCC. In addition to this, they are also looking to add some things to the game as well. If all goes according to plan, these new features will make playing the MCC a more streamlined experience.

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How to auto-hide the taskbar in Windows 10

Make the taskbar come and go as you desire with ease in Windows 10.
The Windows 10 taskbar is a pretty useful tool, but it's also one you might not want to see on your screen all the time. Whatever the reason, you can make it come and go as you please in Windows 10 with a few simple steps.
This works for both desktop PCs and tablets, and the method is exactly the same.

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343 Industries officially announces Showtime's Halo TV series

The Halo show is coming soon.
Many years ago, 343 Industries announced that a Halo television show was in the works. Acclaimed directors like Steven Spielberg were also attached to the project. Since then, we haven't heard many details about the show and many suspected that plans had been scrapped. It turns out that wasn't the case at all. Today, Kiki Wolfkill, Head of Transmedia at 343 Industries, officially revealed Showtime's Halo series.

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Xbox One X Fallout 76 footage teaches you how to fire nuclear weapons

Nuclear strikes can ruin your day.
Today, Bethesda released some E3 2018 footage for Fallout 76. While most of it was showcased during the publisher's briefing, there are some sections which we haven't seen before. Fallout 76's gameplay looks absolutely breathtaking. The game is definitely a considerable improvement over Fallout 4 from a technical standpoint.

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How to (sort of) play Beat Saber on Oculus Go

ALVR allows you to play a one-handed version of Beat Saber.
Oculus Go is a standalone wireless VR headset that natively allows you to enjoy some quality mobile Oculus experiences. Coupled with Air Light VR (ALVR), a free piece of open-source software, you can actually stream SteamVR games normally reserved for PC-based headsets to the Oculus Go.
While a lot of those SteamVR experiences won't work properly, Beat Saber seems to fall under the category of "partially working." You still don't have six degrees of freedom (6DoF) or two motion controllers, but you can certainly get a feel for the game. If you've been dying to try Beat Saber, you're in luck. Here's how to get Beat Saber (sort of) working with Oculus Go.

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Overwatch's latest hero is a violent hamster

Who doesn't want to play as a hamster?
Overwatch has a history of introducing quirky characters, but Blizzard Entertainment's latest addition might take the cake. We don't know when the latest hero will join the roster, but we do know that it's a hamster inside a giant ball. That ball is also equipped with machine guns.

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Forza Horizon 4 to provide in-game rewards for Mixer streaming

Forza Horizon 4 is set to reward streamers using Microsoft's Mixer live streaming service.
Forza Horizon 4 saw its unveiling earlier this month at E3 2018, delivering the next expected entry in Playground Games racing series with an arcade twist. The game is set to debut an all-new UK setting, a refreshed car roster and various new features – including direct integration into Microsoft's Mixer live streaming service.

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Microsoft is updating its Skype app for Windows 10 with a new design and more

Microsoft's old universal Skype app is no more as Microsoft replaces it with a new one built on React Native. Don't worry though, it's still a UWP app!
Ever since Windows 10 launched, the universal Skype app that comes preinstalled on all Windows 10 PCs has been more than terrible. It looked unfinished, slow, and was missing lots of features. It did improve a bit over time, but it never managed to lose that "unfinished" appearance that made the overall experience feel rough.

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Warface coming to Xbox One with free-to-play FPS action

The free-to-play shooter will hit consoles later this year.

Crytek is bringing its free-to-play "MMO first person shooter" Warface to consoles.

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Microsoft's 'Xbox Community Content' platform could bring more mods to Xbox One games

Microsoft is bringing mod support to Xbox One games in a big way, at least according to a leaked internal presentation.
Microsoft has been rumored to be looking more deeply into mod support for Xbox One for quite a while, thanks to job listings we wrote about in the past. Now, thanks to some internal documents, we have a better idea of how Microsoft plans to turn Xbox One into a great platform for mods and for developers who want to allow mods in their games.
For those who don't know, mods are usually community-created maps, items, skins, and other in-game features that can be used to "modify" an existing game, primarily on Windows PC.
As of this writing, developers have to set up their own systems and services to bring mods to Xbox One. Halo 5 Forge, Fallout 4, and Skyrim Special Edition are a few prominent games that have their own modding systems, built by their respective studios. Devs, of course, will continue to be able to do that if they so choose, but Microsoft is setting up a system that would not only provide much of the infrastructure required to set up these features but also surface mods directly in a new section in the Xbox Store, similar to the Steam Workshop, to make them easier to discover.

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Elite Dangerous: Beyond - Chapter Two launches on Xbox One and PC

Elite: Dangerous is surprisingly popular given its learning curve.
Recently, Frontier Developments launched Elite Dangerous: Beyond - Chapter One on Xbox One and other platforms. Luckily, a barrage of new content will hit the system today in Chapter Two. The update brings with it numerous enhancements as well.

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LinkedIn now lets you connect with QR codes, translate posts in other languages

Both features will make it easier to make connections in person and around the world.

LinkedIn is adding a couple of new features that will make it easier to establish connections and keep up with posts written in other languages.

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Buy a Microsoft ebook worth $5 and get a $5 Microsoft gift card

If you have never bought a book through Microsoft's store before, today you can get a $5 Microsoft gift card if you buy one worth $4.99 or more. The gift card can be used on all of Microsoft's site, not just for more books. You can even use it on your Xbox if you want. The gift card will be emailed to you within 10 days of buying the book. It needs to be redeemed by August 30 and spent within 90 days of redemption.

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State of Decay 2 receives a massive 2.0 update adding tons of free content

Today, Microsoft announced a raft of new content for State of Decay 2, including a huge round of improvements and bug fixes.
Today, Microsoft unveiled the Independence Pack for State of Decay 2, adding a bunch of Independence Day-themed items and content to the game for $4.99, or free as part of the Ultimate Edition.

Additionally, State of Decay 2 has received a massive 7.15GB update across PC and Xbox, piling on tons of bug fixes, quality of life improvements, and a load of new ambient missions and narrative content. The full patch notes are listed below.

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