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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.

Microsoft responds to controversial store policy change
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft has clarified its stance about legitimate open-source and generally free apps on the Microsoft Store.

Microsoft Store killing open-source app sales, angering developers (Updated)
By Sean Endicott published
Upcoming Microsoft Store policies will prevent the sale of open-source apps, and they could have unintended consequences.

Microsoft testing store improvements on Windows 11, including smarter update experience
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft's most recent Insider build of Windows 11 includes several improvements to the Microsoft Store. Most notably, the store will now hold off on updating an app to prevent you from losing work.

Here are the best Windows apps, according to the Microsoft Store App Awards
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft held a community vote to select the best Microsoft Store applications. The results are in! Here are the winners.
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