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The first update for the Surface Pro 3 listed as “System Firmware Update – 9/15/2015” or “System Hardware Update – 9/15/2015” was a small update, which delivered driver update for USB 3.0 Card Reader (v10.0.10240.31217) to improve the system power usage when an SD card is inserted. Then just before September ended, Microsoft released a second firmware update listed as “System Firmware Update – 9/29/2015” and addresses and improves the following: Surface Pro System Aggregator Firmware update (v3....

Initially, those who began pre-ordering were expecting to see shipment going out on December 15th. But the Surface Studio quickly went out of stock in the Microsoft Store, and due to the high demand, now it seems that Microsoft will be delaying the release date until “early 2017”. Surface Studio release date has changed Although “early 2017” and the original December 15th release date should not be too far apart, the new shipping date makes it unclear if customers will have to wait weeks or month before they receive their Surface Studio....

Microsoft also announced that it’ll be making available the ISO files for each release of the Windows 10 preview starting with build 9879, but they will be available in the slow ring of the Windows Insider Program. This means that until then, you’ll have to download the enterprise version of the preview, if you want to do a clean install. This week I also created a hands-on video detailing all the new feature for Windows 10 Technical Preview build 9879....

Windows 10 version 1511 received another cumulative update and so Windows 10 Mobile, which brings both versions of the operating system to build 10586.36. According to Microsoft the cumulative update for the desktop version of Windows 10 only offers improved functionality, and the update for Windows 10 Mobile addresses a number of feedback that Microsoft received from Insiders and everyday customers. In addition, the software giant missed the deadline to release Windows 10 Mobile update for Windows Phone 8....

According to a recent report, the software giant is focus on deliver a much improved version of OneCore for Windows 10 Redstone, which will cause the company to delay many of the features planned for this year update of the operating system until future update. Microsoft begins the voluntary recall of AC power cables for it Surface Pro line due to fire hazard. While it’s unlikely that the power cable of your Surface Pro device will burst into fire, you can now order a free replacement....

The company also released a new cumulative update KB3120677 to fix the issue with few settings preferences not being retained after the November update installation. This week, Microsoft also announced that is ending support for older version of Internet Explorer, beginning January 12, 2016, the software giant will only offer support and security update for Internet Explorer 11. Dell becomes the third major computer manufacturer to put customers at risk by installing a self-signed security root certificate named eDellRoot, which leaves computers vulnerable to malicious attacks....

The software giant released two critical security updates to fix Internet Explorer vulnerabilities that could potentially harm Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8. With Windows 8 around the corner and this week we learned that the software giant is planning to release Windows 8 OEM at the same price as what manufactures pay, under the “Personal Use License for System Builder” license. Check out the article to learn all the details and what it means to customers....

Windows 8 has hundreds of new features, some very useful and some just for looks. If you like simplicity check out — How to disable the Lock Screen in Windows 8. In a two-part series, this week you learned how to set up Windows 8 File History to backup your data periodically to an external drive or shared folder in the network to recover previous versions or files that could be accidentally deleted, and how to restore files using Windows 8 File History....

Here is what you might have missed. Plus Merry Christmas wallpapers to decorate your computer desktop: [Bonus] Merry Christmas wallpaper collection! Desktop Nexus: Wallpapers > Abstract Wallpapers > 3D and CG Wallpaper Desktop Nexus: Wallpapers > Abstract Wallpapers > Other Wallpaper Desktop Nexus: Wallpapers > Abstract Wallpapers > 3D and CG Wallpaper Desktop Nexus: Wallpapers > Nature Wallpapers > Winter Wallpaper Desktop Nexus: Wallpapers > Abstract Wallpapers > 3D and CG Wallpaper Desktop Nexus: Wallpapers > Abstract Wallpapers > Photography Wallpaper Desktop Nexus: Wallpapers > Abstract Wallpapers > Photography Wallpaper Image source – The season of sharing by ErwinLazaro All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied....

For those who want to bring back the old Start Menu in Windows 8, but they also like the new Metro style Start Screen, this handy trick is going to be of great help — How to keep both an old style Start Menu and the Start Screen in Windows 8 [Trick]. This week also I came across a really cool Chrome extension that allows you to explore the human body in 3D; you should check it out — BioDigital Human: Re-discover the human body in 3D [Chrome Extension]....

This week in Windows 8 you’ve learned quiet a few things like: how to troubleshoot boot issues with the new Windows 8 Startup menu, I’ve shown you two different ways to bring back the good old classic Start menu by disabling Metro style, you also learned how to fix Windows 8 Metro style apps when they don’t open, and many other useful how-to’s to get you started with the next Microsoft’s operating system....

This theme comes with 9 picture-perfect images that are great to have in your Windows desktop. With this set of autumn wallpapers you can practically smell the delicious apple and pumpkin pies and feel the richness of the autumn harvest. Each image from this free wallpaper set is a reminder of something you should be thankful for, just in the right time for this Thanksgiving holiday. You can find more great free themes at our Pureinfotech — Desktop Fun section or at the Windows Personalization Gallery website, also check our previous wallpaper, icons, and Windows 7 themes collections with Thanksgiving theme....

All around the London workspace have a Firefox look and feel, you’ll see only orange, white, black, and gray colors; whether you are in the lobby, in the cafeteria, or in the work area. What I really like about this workspace is the cafeteria, which is very inviting to get some real work done. This area is very spacious, there is a large bar with high stools, booths, and tables....

Microsoft is forced to halt the rollout of its emergency update to mitigate latest security vulnerability with modern processors on AMD-based computers due to Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) problems. The company also publishes details with the performance impact for PCs after installing the updates to mitigate the Meltdown and Spectre flaws on microprocessors. Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (version 1709) becomes broadly available for consumers as well as for enterprise customers....

If you have an Xbox One console, and video playback isn’t working over the network using the Media Player app, in this guide, we outlined the steps to reset the console’s networking settings to fix this issue. In case you missed it, you can also download the pick of the week theme: Up In The Sky to refresh your desktop. Also, as the year comes to an end, we looked back at the top stories that you made popular in 2018....

In addition, the company made available for download the ISO file for Windows 10 build 21354 to perform a clean installation or an in-place upgrade with all the current improvements. Windows 10 21H2 (Sun Valley) may include a new “Spotlight collection” feature to change the desktop wallpaper using Bing images dynamically, as the feature can already be seen in the latest Insider previews. Surface Book 2 and Surface Duo received a new hardware update to fix problems, patch vulnerabilities, and improve the overall experience....

In case you missed it, you can also download the pick of the week theme: National Geographic Hummingbirds to refresh your desktop. Tech tips roundup This week, you also learned a couple of tips to get the most out of Windows 10, including the steps to create a local account using Settings and Command Prompt. Also, we looked into the steps to connect two computers directly (without a switch or wireless connectivity) using only an Ethernet cable....

The company also made available Windows 10 build 17639, which is a new minor update for the next major OS release coming in October, and in this rollout, Microsoft is introducing a bunch of improvements for Sets. In case you missed it, you can also download the pick of the week theme: Circuit Overload to refresh your desktop. Tech tips This week, you also learned a few new tips to get the most out of Windows 10, including the steps to stop Microsoft from collecting your typing and inking data....

Alongside the build 17604, the software giant also released Windows 10 build 17101 to testers without big changes as Microsoft is now beginning to stabilize the update for the March or April release. The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update received its February Patch Tuesday (KB4074588) to fix a slew of issues with version 1709. In addition, previous releases, including version 1703, 1607, 1511, and 1507 also were updated. Surface Pro and Surface Book devices received new firmware updates bringing improved system and battery stability....

If you’re looking for a storage solution to make backups, or to store all your movies, pictures, and music collections, the new My Book Duo provides the features your need. You not only can get up to 20TB, but it comes with RAID-optimized for speeds up to 360 MB/s sequential reads, and it features a USB-C port and two USB 3.0 ports. In the security side of things, the new storage system comes with 256-bit AES hardware encryption to keep your files safe from malicious individuals....