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Microsoft’s quiet entry on the Windows deprecation list this summer signals a decisive end to another generation of web integration in the OS: Legacy Web View, EdgeHTML-based web apps, legacy PWAs, and the EdgeHTML DevTools are now officially deprecated, and developers are being pushed toward...

Microsoft has quietly moved a set of EdgeHTML-era web components onto Windows’ official deprecation list, marking the next step in a long shift away from platform-specific web integration toward Chromium-based runtimes and standards-based Progressive Web Apps. This change — which names Legacy...

Google’s Chrome is quietly treating copy-and-paste as a first‑class privacy risk: Canary builds now show Safety Check automatically removing clipboard permissions from sites you haven’t visited recently, surface a clear “Removed permissions for [x] sites” notice in the menu, and give users a...

Netflix finally brought its long-promised offline-download feature to Windows 10 — but the story since that launch is a textbook case in how platform choices, licensing agreements, and product redesigns can change what users actually get on their laptops and tablets. (techcrunch.com...

Microsoft's decision to keep Microsoft Edge and the WebView2 runtime receiving updates on Windows 10 through at least October 2028 changes the migration calculus for millions of users — but it is a tactical reprieve, not a permanent fix for an aging operating system. (learn.microsoft.com)...

Microsoft’s recent clarification that Microsoft Edge — and the Microsoft WebView2 runtime that powers many modern Windows apps — will continue to receive security and quality updates on Windows 10 (version 22H2) through at least October 2028 is a meaningful shift in the post‑end‑of‑life...

Microsoft has clarified that Microsoft Edge — and the Microsoft WebView2 Runtime — will continue to receive security and quality updates on Windows 10 (version 22H2) through at least October 2028, even though the Windows 10 operating system itself reaches its end-of-support milestone on October...

Microsoft’s recent lifecycle clarification — that Microsoft Edge (and the WebView2 runtime) will continue to receive security and quality updates on Windows 10, version 22H2, well after the operating system itself reaches end-of-support — reshapes migration timelines for millions of users and...

Microsoft has confirmed that Microsoft Edge and the Microsoft WebView2 runtime will continue to receive updates on Windows 10 (22H2) through at least October 2028, even though the Windows 10 operating system itself reaches end of support on October 14, 2025 — a separation that changes migration...

Microsoft has quietly separated the browser from the operating system timetable: Microsoft Edge and the Microsoft WebView2 Runtime will continue to receive updates on Windows 10, version 22H2, through at least October 2028, even though mainstream support for the underlying Windows 10 platform...

Microsoft has made a clear, consequential distinction in the lifecycles of its platform and browser: Windows 10’s operating system support ends on October 14, 2025, but Microsoft Edge and the WebView2 runtime will continue to receive updates on Windows 10 (22H2) through at least October 2028 — a...

Microsoft has confirmed that Microsoft Edge and the Microsoft WebView2 Runtime will continue to receive updates on Windows 10 (22H2) through at least October 2028, ensuring that Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), WebView-dependent applications, and Edge-powered experiences like Copilot-related...

Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) have steadily evolved to bridge the gap between web-based applications and native desktop experiences. Microsoft's recent introduction of "App Actions" marks a significant milestone in this journey, enhancing the integration and functionality of PWAs within the...

Microsoft’s sustained drive for a seamless application experience on Windows has taken a major step forward with the introduction of App Actions support for Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) starting with Microsoft Edge version 137. This pivotal enhancement positions PWAs to deliver productivity...

Progressive Web Apps, or PWAs, have long treaded the line between the open flexibility of the web and the immersive, tightly integrated experience of native Windows applications. Now, with the release of Microsoft Edge version 137, Microsoft is making a significant play to make that boundary...

The landscape for Windows developers is about to change dramatically as Microsoft eliminates the last barrier to publishing apps on the Microsoft Store. Beginning in June, developers worldwide will no longer need to pay fees to sign up or submit their apps for listing on the Microsoft Store in...

Here’s a concise summary of Trayy from the Neowin article: Trayy is an open-source Windows tool (inspired by RBTray) that allows you to minimize any app—including web applications and shortcuts—to the system tray in Windows 10 and 11. It aims to reduce desktop clutter and maximize productivity...

Firefox is venturing into new territory with its promising Taskbar Tabs, aiming to redefine the way Windows 11 users interact with web apps. Imagine transforming any website into a streamlined, app-like experience that sits conveniently on your Windows taskbar—no clutter, no distractions, just...

Let’s face it: a chunk of our digital life happens inside the confines of a browser these days. Whether you’re pounding away in Gmail, grabbing files from Google Drive, or hopping between meetings on Zoom, the browser often acts as both your desk and your doorway. But what if you’ve had enough...

Today at the What's next for Windows — developer event, we'll show you the next era of Windows and how we are embracing Windows == open platform. This means everyone has open access to run the widest range of apps on Windows, enabling all developers to build the apps and experiences that empower...