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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.
Microsoft Store on Windows 11 is getting new cross-device 'Restore Apps' feature and more
By Zac Bowden last updated
The Microsoft Store is getting some big updates in the coming months for both end-users and developers!
Microsoft opens voting for best Windows apps
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft recently opened voting for its Microsoft Store App Awards 2022. The company is looking for the best apps on PCs and has three categories of apps to vote on.
New Microsoft Store now available on HoloLens and Surface Hub
By Sean Endicott last updated
The new Microsoft Store initially launched on Windows 11 and later made its way to Windows 10. Now, it's available on Surface Hub and HoloLens.
Official (and legendary) PuTTY and Audacity apps land in the Microsoft Store
By Daniel Rubino published
Two classic Windows apps from the great year 2000 are now available on the Microsoft Store: PuTTY and Audacity.
Apple Music client Cider lets you finally ditch iTunes on your Windows PC
By Sean Endicott published
A new app called Cider lets you stream Apple Music on your PC. It has a snappier and more attractive interface than using the streaming service through iTunes or the web.
Microsoft wants to know your favorite Windows apps
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft has opened nominations for the best applications in the Microsoft Store. The company is looking for apps that will "inspire others to build beautiful and useful apps for Windows."
Xbox Store: How to fix 'Oops. Not sure what happened there.' error
By Zachary Boddy published
This enigmatic error prevents purchases and downloads on Xbox consoles.
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