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  1. Windows 10 Users Struggle with App Updates After SDK 1.6.2 Flaw

    Microsoft, the giant whose operating system runs on the vast majority of machines worldwide, finds itself at the center of a critical software blunder. As of November 12, Windows 10 users have been grappling with an unsettling issue: they are unable to update or uninstall apps like Microsoft...
  2. Microsoft Launches Windows App SDK 1.6: Enhance Performance with Native AOT

    In a bold move that claims to redefine performance standards for app development on Windows, Microsoft has rolled out Windows App SDK version 1.6, emphasizing substantial performance improvements and reduced footprint specifically for "modern" Windows 11 applications. This announcement, reported...
  3. Windows 11 Performance Enhancements: Native AOT and App Updates

    Introduction In an exciting development for Windows 11 users, Microsoft is gearing up to deliver significant performance enhancements to certain default apps. The focus is primarily on applications that utilize the Windows App SDK technology—think Photos and Phone Link. As reported by TechRadar...
  4. Microsoft Boosts Windows App SDK with Native AOT Compilation for Speed

    In a recent blog post by TweakTown, the tech world got a hot tip: Windows App SDK applications are about to get a significant boost in speed thanks to Microsoft's exciting new implementation of native Ahead-Of-Time (AOT) compilation. This advancement is expected to cut the loading times of...
  5. Enhancements in Windows App SDK: Faster, Smaller Apps for Windows 11

    Introduction Recently, Microsoft unveiled advancements in the Windows App SDK that aim to enhance the performance of Windows 11 applications significantly. As outlined in an article by Mikael Markander and Joel Lee on PCWorld, these improvements come amid ongoing efforts to transition UWP...
  6. Microsoft Photos App Redesign: Speed Improvements and New Features

    The Redesigned Photos App The redesigned Microsoft Photos app has been available for users for some time now, undergoing substantial changes since early 2024. Initially revamped in January, the app received another significant update in April 2024. This alteration transitioned Photos to the...
  7. Microsoft Photos September 2024 Update: Key Features & Enhancements

    Key Highlights of the Microsoft Photos September 2024 Update iCloud Photo Syncing on Windows 10: One of the most anticipated features is the ability for Windows 10 users to sync and view iCloud photos directly in the Photos app. Users can access this feature by navigating to the iCloud Photos...
  8. Windows App SDK 1.6: Performance Boosts & New Developer Features

    Microsoft has just made a significant update to its development platform with the release of the Windows App SDK version 1.6. This update brings a plethora of new features and performance improvements, particularly focusing on reducing application launch times. The advancements in this SDK are...
  9. Windows App SDK 1.6 Released: AOT Compilation and Performance Boosts

    Microsoft has officially rolled out the latest version of its Windows App SDK, now numbered 1.6. This update introduces a host of impressive features and improvements aimed at enhancing the developer experience and the performance of applications built on the Windows platform. What’s New in...
  10. Introducing the New Photos App Preview: Enhanced UI for Windows Insiders

    Introduction The latest development in Windows brings an exciting preview version of the Photos app constructed with the cutting-edge Windows App SDK. This innovation, now available to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels, ushers in a new era of interface design and enhanced...
  11. Making the app single-instanced (Part 3)

    Single-instanced apps only allow one instance of the app running at a time. WinUI apps are multi-instanced by default. They allow you to launch multiple instances of the same app at one time, which we call multiple instances. However, you may implement single-instancing based on the use case of...
  12. Developing for Windows 11

    Developing for Windows 11 Windows 11 was built to unlock the full power of the PC. This new operating system empowers you to deliver new and innovative apps, grow your business how you choose, and makes developing on Windows easier by allowing you to use the tools and frameworks you already use...
  13. Announcing Windows Community Toolkit v7.1

    Announcing Windows Community Toolkit v7.1 The Windows Community Toolkit has another update filled with improvements and features! We’re thrilled to announce version 7.1 is available today! Made possible again with the support and contributions of our developer community. 🎉 If you are new to the...
  14. What Windows 11 Means for Developers

    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...