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BetaBeacon
November 13, 2024
Microsoft and Tencent have partnered to bring Android apps to Windows 11 PCs in China. This partnership allows Chinese Windows Insiders to access popular games like PUBG Mobile and Honor of Kings through the Microsoft Store. Tencent plans to bring over 1,500 mobile apps and games to the Microsoft Store for Windows 11 users in China.
AppWizard
November 6, 2024
Google is updating its Google Keep app with a new design that replaces the bottom navigation bar with a Floating Action Button (FAB) located in the bottom right corner. The FAB uses pill-shaped buttons for tasks, allowing users to create new notes, lists, drawings, or photos, but the option to create audio notes has been removed. This redesign aims to create a cleaner and more modern interface, reducing clutter and helping users focus on their content. The update is being rolled out to Android users with Google Keep version 5.24.432.x, but availability for other platforms is not specified.
Winsage
October 13, 2024
Microsoft's recent OneDrive event introduced updates aimed at enhancing user experience on Windows 11 and Mac devices. Key features include a revamped user interface, Natural Language Search for file location, and the integration of OneDrive Copilot into Windows File Explorer and macOS Finder. Users will be able to generate document summaries, create presentations, and compare multiple files. A customizable Copilot agent for specific projects was also announced, promoting collaboration across platforms. Additionally, users can assign custom colors to OneDrive folders, set expiration dates for shared files, and expect improved performance in file access and management. The OneDrive mobile app will allow users to find photos using text commands, but the new features are currently limited to Enterprise and Education customers.
AppWizard
October 10, 2024
Google has reintroduced the Material 3 design to its app, specifically transforming the bottom navigation bar to include a pill-shaped indicator for the active tab. This update is part of the app's beta version 15.40 and may not be universally accessible. Users may need to force-stop the app to see the update. Additionally, Google is testing a verification feature for search results that allows verified companies to display a blue checkmark, inspired by the BIMI system used in Gmail.
AppWizard
October 3, 2024
The Google Play Store for Android tablets has removed the search bar from its main screen and introduced a new Search tab for locating apps. This change requires an additional click for navigation compared to the previous setup. Users can double-tap the Search tab icon to quickly access the section and prompt the keyboard for faster searches. The new Search tab offers personalized suggestions, app collections, and sponsored content, but Google has not replaced the retired search bar with a smaller button for easier access.
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