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SteamVR for Windows Mixed Reality leaves Early Access

In a market where “Early Access” can last for years, SteamVR for Windows Mixed Reality spent a remarkably short time there at only about five months. This week, in conjunction with Microsoft’s announcement of its Windows 10 April 2018 Update, Steam announced that the program was ready for prime time. For those unfamiliar with it, …

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Workplace, Facebook’s Slack rival, adds cloud and news integrations

Facebook wants to make Workplace — a version of the social network designed specifically for the, well, workplace — more of a one-stop shop for employees. On Tuesday, the company announced that Workplace will now let other services create integrations for Workplace. What that means is that businesses using the paid version of Workplace will be able to tap into …

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Sling TV cloud DVR now on browsers, Chromecast, Xbox and LG TVs

As live TV streaming services mature, one of the biggest differentiators is the ability to record shows, play them back later and (maybe) skip commercials. Now one of the cheapest such services, Sling TV, has expanded its cloud DVR feature to work with a bunch more devices. Sling now supports the DVR on the Chrome browser, Chromecast, Xbox One, LG …

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5 hidden features of Windows 10 April 2018 Update

Windows 10 April 2018 Update is nearly here. (It was previously known as Windows 10 Spring Creators Update.) While new features such as Timeline and nearby sharing fill headlines, and the Settings app is bigger and better, there are a number of smaller, useful features worth noting. Now playing: Watch this: Next major Windows 10 update coming April 30 1:40 …

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Windows 10 April 2018 Update: Settings changes

Microsoft’s semi-annual update to Windows 10 is finally here and it’s called Windows 10 April 2018 Update. (Previously, it had been named Windows 10 Spring Creators Update.) It’ll usher in new features such as Timeline and nearby sharing while adding to and moving things around in the Settings app. To help you find the new additions and navigate your way …

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5 tips to prepare your PC for Windows 10 April 2018 Update

The next big version of Microsoft’s PC operating system is imminent. Windows 10 April 2018 Update — previously known as Windows 10 Spring Creators Update — becomes officially available for download on April 30, and is a free update available to all current Windows 10 users. Before the April 2018 Update hits, take a few minutes now to prepare your …

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How to get Windows 10 April 2018 Update right now

On Monday, April 30, Microsoft will officially release Windows 10 April 2018 Update (formerly known as Windows 10 Spring Creators Update). Microsoft rolls out its big OS updates gradually, however, so it may not arrive on your PC right away. If you want to hop to it without delay, then there’s a way you can install the final build of Windows …

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New privacy settings in Windows 10 April 2018 Update: What you need to know

With the Windows 10 ($144 at Amazon) April 2018 Update — previously known as Windows 10 Spring Creators Update — Microsoft gives you greater control of your data and account. After getting to know the new features such as Timeline and nearby sharing and the bigger and better Settings app, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with this trio of new privacy settings. …

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Apple’s working on a powerful, wireless headset for both AR, VR

Apple CEO Tim Cook has nothing but praise for augmented reality, saying it’s a technology that’s potentially as important as the iPhone. It turns out he may have big plans for virtual reality too. The company is working on a headset capable of running both AR and VR technology, according to a person familiar with Apple’s plans. Plans so far …

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How to download the Windows 10 April 2018 Update manually

You have prepared your PC for the big day. You are excited about the new features and improvements it will deliver. The big day has arrived — Microsoft has released its semi-annual update to Windows 10 ($144 at Amazon) — and yet you find yourself stuck in a line so long that you can’t see the front (where, I like …

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