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Microsoft's decision to remove the registration fee for individual developers publishing to the Microsoft Store is more than a pricing change — it's a clear signal that the company intends to make the Store a lower-friction, broader distribution channel for independent Windows software creators...

Microsoft is reportedly planning to block fresh installations of Outlook Lite starting in October 2025 as it prepares a broader retirement of the app, forcing users who rely on a lightweight, battery-friendly client to either remain on an aging build or move to the full Outlook for Mobile...

A local sports photo dispatch and weather note out of Bluefield, West Virginia, puts two everyday realities on the same page: a snapshot from a Jaguars–Saints football matchup, and a forecast that calls for a mostly calm morning turning into a wet afternoon, with a milder, showery night to...

If you’ve been hunting for a “ChatGPT‑5 download for Windows 11 or Windows 10,” here’s the reality: GPT‑5 is now officially live in ChatGPT, and there is an official ChatGPT app for Windows—available through the Microsoft Store and OpenAI’s own download page—but GPT‑5 itself still runs in the...

For Windows users trying to “download ChatGPT‑5,” the headline news is simple: GPT‑5 is now the default model in ChatGPT, accessible on Windows via the official desktop app, the web, or a Progressive Web App—there’s no “GPT‑5.exe” to install. And while older guides conflated GPT‑5 with GPT‑4o...

WhatsApp's recent transition from a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) application to a Progressive Web App (PWA) on Windows has sparked considerable discussion among users and developers alike. This shift marks a significant change in the application's architecture and user experience, prompting...

Microsoft's introduction of the Copilot key in early 2024 was heralded as a significant evolution in the Windows user experience, marking the first major change to the PC keyboard in nearly three decades. This dedicated key was designed to provide users with immediate access to Microsoft's...

Windows 11’s ongoing evolution continues to reflect Microsoft’s commitment to user-centric innovation, often blending convenience tools with subtle productivity boosters. For the Windows Insider community—the stalwart testers shaping each iterative release—these refinements are regularly...

If you were hoping to enjoy another summer with the Windows Maps app gently guiding you through the labyrinthine streets of your vacation destination, you might want to sit down for this: Microsoft has officially confirmed that Windows Maps is, at long last, being shuffled unceremoniously out...

Firefox is venturing back into the progressive web apps (PWA) arena with an intriguing twist that brings web content closer to a native Windows 11 experience. In its latest Nightly release, Firefox now sports an “Add to Taskbar” button directly in the address bar for converting any website into...

Ladies and gentlemen, buckle up your operating system harnesses because Microsoft is taking us on yet another wild ride. This time, it's with its brainchild feature—Copilot, a digital assistant trying hard to find its footing on the Windows 11 platform. It's part-progressive web app, part-native...

In a notable shift, Microsoft has transitioned its Copilot application from a Progressive Web App (PWA) to a fully-fledged native application, specifically designed for Windows users. This change marks a significant enhancement for those involved in the Windows Insider Program, which allows...

Published by: Mahesh Makvana, How-To Geek - September 1, 2024 Google recently launched its Gemini AI, a web-based tool designed for a variety of uses that range from summarizing text to generating high-quality content. While there's no official desktop app for Windows 10 or 11, you can create an...

Now on the Microsoft Store, WindowsForum is your go-to app for engaging with the vibrant community at WindowsForum.com. With this app, you can easily stay updated with the latest technology discussions, updates, and solutions for all things Windows. Whether you're seeking advice, sharing your...

2021 was an eventful year for Microsoft Edge. We built new PWA features that more deeply integrate apps with the operating system, we made PWAs easily available on the Microsoft Store, we included WebView2 by default in Windows 11 with automatic updates, we specified and implemented multiple new...

A little over a year ago, we outlined our vision to bring Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) to the more than half a billion devices running Windows 10. We believe PWAs are key to the web’s future, and couldn’t be more excited about their potential to enable more immersive web app experiences across...

Last week, Microsoft welcomed thousands of developers from around the world to Build 2017, where we shared our vision for the future of dozens of products and services. Build featured a number of exciting sessions for developers building sites and apps with web technologies, including a peek at...

Just a short time ago, the new Microsoft Intune for Education was announced for teachers and technologists to manage devices, accounts, and apps for students. Since that time, we’ve heard from a number of developers and app publishers who work in education, who have questions about how their...