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You can now snag the privacy-focused Vivaldi browser through the Microsoft Store
By Sean Endicott published
Available now Vivaldi is a privacy-focused browser that's also easy to customize. It's now available through the Microsoft Store.
Fallout 76 is currently broken on PC Game Pass, fix incoming
By Sean Endicott published
Failing Fallout Bethesda has confirmed an issue with Fallout 76 that prevents the game from updating through the Microsoft Store. The Steam version of the game is unaffected, causing some to criticize Microsoft.
After denying Windows phones, Snapchat finally arrives on the Microsoft Store
By Zachary Boddy published
Snapchat on Windows Windows phones are long gone, but that didn't stop Snapchat from eventually making it to the Microsoft Store...as a Progressive Web App.
Microsoft testing 'Just for You' discounts on Xbox, exclusive to some players
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Getting special discounts on select games is now a possibility.
The Xbox Store will soon be better at notifications for Wish List sales and more
By Zachary Boddy published
Store Alerts 🔔 A subset of Xbox Insiders can now test new Xbox Store notification settings, which will make it easier for users to customize if and how they see notifications for Wish List sales and more.
Microsoft Store integration with Amazon Prime Video now in testing among Windows Insiders
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft just announced that an ESPN app will arrive in the Microsoft Store next month. Additionally, Windows Insiders can now test an integration between the Microsoft Store and Amazon Prime Video.
Windows 11 UWP apps just got a big boost
By Sean Endicott last updated
WebView2 is now generally available for desktop UWP apps. The technology allows developers to embed web content through the Microsoft Edge Chromium platform.
Microsoft Store can now show more than 2,000 reviews for any app or game
By Sean Endicott published
Apps and games in the Microsoft Store can now display more than 2,000 reviews.
Microsoft removes restrictions on 'generally free' and open-source apps in Microsoft Store
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft clarified its stance on "generally free" and open-source applications in its store.
Microsoft News Roundup: Surface Duo app updates, Microsoft Store controversy, Windows Insider builds, and more
By Sean Endicott published
Surface Duo app updates, the return of a Halo veteran to the franchise, and a controversial change to the Microsoft Store are just some of the stories we covered this week.
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