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Google Analytics version 5 has a totally redesigned user interface, brings faster performance and a bunch of new features. Now users can create multiple custom dashboards to be more centric on important metrics; up to 20 and each can contain up to 12 widgets. Users can also set an Event Goal to track interactions like files download or videos views, graph and compare metrics over the course of time with Plot Rows, and flip between multiple profiles and sites to stay focused on one report....

For Xbox One Gold members the newest [email protected] game, Volgarr the Viking, will be available for download for the entire month. This is an arcade game that will take you back to the Golden Age, all new game with hardcore action that “pulls no punches”. Xbox 360 gets two new games, starting November 1st, and until the 15th, Live Gold members can get Viva Pinata: Trouble in Paradise. This is a $14....

The Foursquare app for Windows 8 has everything you can expect from the service. Once the app is installed, you’ll be able to discover new places nearby such as restaurants or local attractions without even having to be logged in. But of course that the app shines when you’re logged in, which let you access to all your check-ins, options, and other personal information. Navigation is pretty straightforward, you can swipe from the bottom-up or right-click to get access to the available app commands such as list, check-ins, or friends....

One of the first things you will notice about the Origin Omni is that it’s bulkier than traditional all-in-one PCs, but there is a good reason. Inside the Omni, you will find a standard Mini ITX motherboard, which means that in a few years when you want to upgrade the processor, you will be able to replace it as you would with any regular PC. The best part, this gaming rig is liquid cooled that will not make a lot of noise when playing graphic-intensive games....

Keep in mind that if you’re running Windows 8, the software giant will let you upgrade for free starting October 18th from the Windows Store. So, who needs to buy a copy of Windows 8.1? Basically all those users currently running Windows 7 or previous version of the OS, and those who are building a custom PC. As you may notice there is no mention of an upgrade version of the software and that’s because Microsoft is discontinuing that option — only full versions from now on –....

The documentation reads: The app friendly name has been changes from Project Spartan to Microsoft Edge The package family has been change from Microsoft.Windows.Spartan_cw5n1h2txyewy to Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe The app user model ID has been change to Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe!MicrosoftEdge The file name Spartan.exe has been change to MicrosoftEdge.exe The file name Spartan_edge.exe has been change to MicrosoftEdgeCP.exe” Keep in mind that while this information seems accurate, WZor also published a number of screenshots of build 10135 and the Windows 10 web browser still carries the “Project Spartan” name with version bumped to 16....

This is a small freeware utility that allows you to control the computer’s speakers balance. Yes sure, you can change the sound balance going to Windows sound mixer settings, but why would you take extra steps when you don’t have to. This utility adds an extra slider to the volume control when you click the speaker icon in the system tray. It also allows you to combine volume and balance control to the global keyboard shortcuts for faster access....

You’re still getting a relatively fast premium device that includes an Intel Core i5 and 8GB of memory. However, in order to make the device $300 cheaper, the company had to compromise in storage. While the $1499 includes a 256GB internal storage, the new model ships with a smaller 128GB Solid-State Drive, which means that some people may have to consider getting an external storage drive to store more videos and photos....

Today, Microsoft is listing the changelog for the October 2016 release. Overall, it’s a minor release with driver updates to prepare Surface Book to support “upcoming product releases” that affects the following devices: Surface Embedded Controller Firmware Surface System Aggregator Firmware Surface UEFI Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller There is also a new update for the NVidia GeForce GPU to improve pen support in some applications....

Microsoft revealed its dual-screen device running Android at its hardware event last October, but no one was allowed to interact with it. Thus far the closest we got to a Surface Duo was using an emulator, which the company released to allow developers to begin testing their apps for the new form factor. The video that’s now circulating the internet (via The Verge) shows a hardware like the one Microsoft unveiled during the event, but according to rumors it also appears that the device may include a flash in the front....

If you’re a regular consumer, you only get one configuration, which includes the Surface Go with 8GB of memory, 128GB of storage, and of course, with 4G connectivity for $679. This model will come with Windows 10 Home in S mode, but you can always upgrade to the full version of Windows 10 Home at no extra cost. If you’re a business customer, you can pick from the model with 8GB of memory and 128GB of storage for $729, which is more expensive than the consumer’s variant, but it’s because the device comes with Windows 10 Pro in S mode....

The firmware updates are dated June 10 for the new devices running Windows 10 May 2019 Update, version 1903, or greater depending on the processor installed. The updates for the Surface Laptop 2, Surface Pro 6, and Pro (5th Gen) are dated June 8, and the firmware for Surface Studio was released on June 5, and they are available for Surface devices running Windows 10 October 2018 Update, version 1809, or greater....

The firmware update is dated May 15, 2018, and the Microsoft support website points out these are the changes: Surface System Aggregator — 135.2139.257.0 improves docking compatibility. This is the second firmware update the Surface Laptop is getting in May. Recently, Microsoft released another firmware update for its laptop to improve hibernation also for users running the April 2018 Update. The update should download and install automatically, but if you have not received it on your Surface, then you can go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and try to force the download manually....

According to the company’s changelog in the Surface Pro 4 Update History support page, these are all new improvements and fixes: Surface Embedded Controller Firmware: 103.1684.256.0 improves battery life during sleep. Intel Precise Touch Device: 1.2.0.83 disables touch when cover is closed, and improves stability. Surface Integration: 1.0.121.0 adjusts system Hibernation defaults. Surface Touch Servicing ML: 1.0.724.0 optimizes touch functionality. Surface System Aggregator: 103.1610.256.0 resolves screen brightness issue when device comes out of sleep....

Continuing with Surface Pro 3, Microsoft this week released the official getting started online guide and user manual for the tablet. However, the company removed the Surface Pro 3 User Manual for its website due to the fact that the content inside of the document revealed information about Surface Mini. The software giant also makes available Internet Explorer Developer Channel, a version of IE meant for developers and enthusiast to test drive features that the company may include in future released of the web browser....

If you can’t wait until the official release of the Windows 10 Anniversary Update next Tuesday, you can check out the guide on how to get the update now, before anyone else. The new version of Windows 10 is available on a number of devices, including desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, phones, and yes even Xbox One. In fact, the Xbox One Summer Update is rolling out the update starting July 30th....

Although Microsoft has stopped releasing new test versions of Windows 10 until after the holidays, build 14997 leaked onto the web unveiling a number of improvements and features coming to the operating system as part of the Creators Update. In addition, it’s been found in the leaked version of Windows 10 that the company is working on a “Game Mode”, which will allow the operating system adjust the CPU and GPU to boost performance when playing games....

If you missed this flight, you can catch up on all the new changes for build 14946 on the new Windows 10 hands-on video. Microsoft also rolled out cumulative update KB3194798 for Windows 10 version 1607 adding a number of fixes and improvements to the most current version of the operating system for PC and Mobile. This week, an early preview of the Paint app for Windows 10 leaked onto the web giving us a glimpse of what to expect of the app that has been part of the operating system since Microsoft introduced a graphical user interface....

At E3 2013 in Los Angeles, Microsoft also unveiled the new Xbox 360 E, the same console you know and love, but now has a new design based on the Xbox One. It didn’t take long and this week the guys from iFixit teardown this new console, showing that the new model is all about cosmetic, all the hardware specs remain the same. Finally Microsoft released Office Mobile, bringing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to the iPhone....

Recently, Microsoft rolled out Windows 10 build 14291 to the Fast ring of updates and we went hands-on with preview on a video highlighting the new Microsoft Extensions, the redesigned Maps app, the new Feedback Hub app, and the new improvements on the Settings app. Peter Skillman, General Manager of Core UX at Microsoft, confirmed that the company is working on a “total update” for File Explorer and hints it might also include tabs — one the most requested features on File Explorer for years....