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New Plex update means you need a pass for remote viewing on your TV
AppWizard
November 26, 2025

New Plex update means you need a pass for remote viewing on your TV

Plex is requiring Roku users to have either a Remote Watch Pass or a Plex Pass for remote streaming starting this week, with plans to extend similar requirements to Android TV, Fire TV, and Apple TV by 2026. Users need a Plex Pass or Remote Watch Pass to access a Plex server outside its home network, although server owners can bypass this fee by subscribing to a Plex Pass. The Plex Pass is available for a monthly, yearly, or one-time lifetime fee, while the Remote Watch Pass is offered on a monthly or annual basis.
Valve tweaks Steam store menu
AppWizard
September 26, 2025

Valve tweaks Steam store menu

Valve has updated the Steam store menu to enhance user experience with a more dynamic and personalized layout. Key changes include the integration of the left column with the blue bar, improved navigation options at the top of the store page, and enhanced search functionality featuring popular searches, recently viewed games, genre tabs, and an advanced search option. These updates were tested in a beta version released in July, and user feedback influenced the final rollout. The search bar now offers personalized suggestions based on user behavior.
Microsoft updates Xbox controller functionality for Windows 11 users - The Times of India
Winsage
September 15, 2025

Microsoft updates Xbox controller functionality for Windows 11 users – The Times of India

Microsoft has introduced a new feature for Xbox controllers on Windows 11 that allows users to access the Task View switcher by long pressing the Xbox button. This feature is currently being tested with Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. The traditional function of shutting down the controller remains unchanged, accessible by a longer press of the Xbox button. The update is part of Microsoft's vision for handheld gaming PCs, with similar functionality expected in upcoming Xbox Ally devices. The single-press function of the Xbox button still opens the Game Bar interface. Testing began in September 2025, with a rollout to all Windows 11 users expected in the coming months.
Windows 11 KB5062660 update brings new 'Windows Resilience' features
Winsage
July 23, 2025

Windows 11 KB5062660 update brings new ‘Windows Resilience’ features

Microsoft has released the KB5062660 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2, introducing twenty-nine new features and changes, including the Black Screen of Death and the Quick Machine Recovery tool. This optional update is part of Microsoft's non-security preview updates, allowing users to test upcoming features before the next Patch Tuesday. Users can install the update via Settings > Windows Update or manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog. The update elevates Windows 11 24H2 systems to build 26100.4770. Key features include: - Recall functionality in the EEA for exporting snapshots. - Improvements in Reading Coach and Immersive Reader. - Draft creation in Word with Copilot. - New agent in Settings for easier navigation. - Quick Machine Recovery for automatic issue resolution. - Boolean option in Start menu configuration. - Enhanced Snap and Windows Search settings. - Gamepad layout improvements in the touch keyboard. - Various fixes for File Explorer, desktop icons, and notifications. The KB5058502 update also addresses issues related to authentication and system stability, with no known issues reported for KB5062660.
Xbox's PC App Brings Refreshed Home Experience To All Users
Winsage
December 12, 2024

Xbox’s PC App Brings Refreshed Home Experience To All Users

Microsoft has rolled out its revamped Home Experience to all PC users after testing with Xbox Insiders. The new user interface aims to enhance the gaming experience by making it easier to find games and discover new titles. It features Game Pass offerings and streamlines access to games outside the subscription service, keeping players informed about featured content, upcoming releases, new events, Game Pass updates, and sales. The Xbox app is also evolving to help discover Xbox titles not included in Game Pass. A new "jump back in" feature allows players to resume gameplay easily in 'Compact Mode.' Microsoft plans to introduce more features in the future as part of its Windows and PC Game Pass initiatives.
Fitbit app gets foldable, tablet redesign on Android
AppWizard
November 19, 2024

Fitbit app gets foldable, tablet redesign on Android

Fitbit for Android has been updated to better accommodate larger screens, particularly tablets and foldable devices. The new design features four customizable stat rings arranged side-by-side, replacing the previous layout of one large circle and three smaller ones. The app now utilizes a dual-column layout instead of a single stat card, improving space efficiency and navigation, especially in landscape mode. Enhanced navigation controls for viewing previous and next days have also been added. This update is part of version 4.30, which may have been released prior to the official announcement. The app currently does not include a dark theme, but there are expectations for its introduction as Google migrates legacy stat pages to the new design.
Can a smoother, faster, better Microsoft Store win over Windows 11 users? Microsoft has a bunch of improvements in the works
Winsage
September 19, 2024

Can a smoother, faster, better Microsoft Store win over Windows 11 users? Microsoft has a bunch of improvements in the works

The Microsoft Store is being transformed with a focus on modernizing its interface and improving performance, particularly for Windows 11 users. A new 'Downloads' page has been introduced to streamline app management, allowing users to track updates and access release notes. This page is separate from the existing 'Library' section and includes a search bar for easier navigation. Microsoft is migrating the Store to .NET 9 and plans to incorporate Native AOT, which is expected to enhance the performance of Windows 11 applications by improving launch speeds and reducing load times. These changes aim to benefit not only the Microsoft Store but also other large applications within the Windows 11 ecosystem, with a gradual implementation to minimize risks.
This third-party file explorer beat Microsoft to the punch yet again
Winsage
August 9, 2024

This third-party file explorer beat Microsoft to the punch yet again

The third-party file explorer "Files" has released version 3.6, which enhances its dual pane mode by allowing panes to be displayed both horizontally and vertically. The update includes an "Actions" menu in the title bar, customization options for folder backgrounds, localization support for Malay, optimized sorting for large folders, a relocated sidebar toggle button, new keyboard shortcuts, support for clickable links in markdown previews, and an action to toggle the visibility of dot files. The update also addresses several issues, including fixing empty tab titles, sorting errors, display issues with the PowerShell window, unexpected Home Page launches, layout size changes, quick search filtering, theme inconsistencies, settings export format, sensitivity issues with renaming, cursor alignment problems, online file download issues, navigation button colors, argument passing for admin shortcuts, compression and extraction issues on ARM64 devices, startup warnings related to WSL, and various crashes.
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