library experience Archives

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

Microsoft’s Xbox PC launcher gets going with Steam, Epic, and other games showing up

Microsoft is testing a new aggregated gaming library within the Xbox app, which consolidates titles from various platforms like Steam, Battle.net, Ubisoft, Epic Games Store, and Riot Games. The Xbox app automatically identifies installed games on the PC, presenting them in an organized library with thumbnails and launcher names. Users can launch games directly or navigate to the original launcher, and there is an option to hide titles from various stores. This integration catalogs games without providing Xbox achievements or enhanced functionalities. Additionally, there are reports of "Xbox full-screen experience" settings appearing on existing ROG Ally devices, which are currently non-functional as Microsoft is testing this feature. Existing devices will eventually receive the full-screen Xbox experience. Users can access the new library by installing the Xbox test app through the Xbox Insider Hub and updating the Xbox app via the Microsoft Store.

AppWizard

April 8, 2025

Rapides Parish Library has new free app available to download

The Rapides Parish Library has launched a new mobile app available for download on Apple and Android devices. The app allows users to borrow e-books and audiobooks, view event listings, receive personalized recommendations, and search for, reserve, borrow, and renew library materials. Users can also scan barcodes to check if a book is available in the library's collection and get driving directions to the nearest RPL branch. To use the app, users need to download it and link their RPL Library card.

Winsage

August 10, 2024

Windows 11’s Microsoft Store update will make it easier than ever to find any app you’ve ever installed

Windows Insiders in the Dev and Canary Channels are testing a revamped Microsoft Store with enhancements for user engagement and accessibility, available for Windows 11 version 22407.xxxx.x and higher. Key updates include: - An updated library experience that displays all apps owned by the user, not just installed ones, with an integrated search bar for easy navigation. - A new page dedicated to managing updates and downloads, showing active downloads, pending updates, and version notes. - A section on the Games page highlighting limited-time in-app events from select partners. - A redesigned Microsoft Store badge for websites, aimed at increasing user confidence in acquiring new applications.

Winsage

August 9, 2024

Microsoft Store is finally getting proper app changelogs, separate downloads page, and more

Microsoft has released an update for the Store app on Windows 11, version 22407.XXXX.X, now available to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channel. Key features include: - Enhanced library experience with the removal of the default setting that hid owned apps and games, allowing users to access all applications easily. - A new search box for locating programs in the library. - A dedicated "Updates & Download" page, providing an overview of current downloads and pending updates, along with access to release notes. - An experimental section for game developers to promote limited-time in-app events. - Refined badges in the Store to enhance user trust and encourage app acquisition. The rollout of these features will be gradual, and users may not see the updates immediately.