Monthly Archives: May 2024

Snipping Tool on Windows 11 finally gets emoji support and QR detection for Insiders

Microsoft is rolling out updates to Snipping Tool and Paint for Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels. These updates introduce new features and improvements based on user feedback.Snipping Tool (version 11.2404.35.0) includes new features thorugh which can now add emojis to their screenshots using a new option in the Shapes toolbar. Additionally, Snipping […]

Latest Snipping Tool update brings QR code scanning and more

Today, Microsoft shared news about new updates for Snipping Tool and Paint apps. These are ready for Windows Insiders who joined the Canary and Dev Channels. The updates bring in fresh features to improve how users experience these applications. Snipping Tool Updates: The Snipping Tool update (version 11.2404.35.0) adds features including: Emos ji Support: Users […]

Microsoft signs a Carbon Removal agreement with Brazilian reforestation company re.green

Microsoft has entered into an agreement with re.green, a Brazilian reforestation company. This deal is Microsoft’s second investment in nature-based carbon credits from Brazil in the past six months. The agreement details Microsoft’s purchase of carbon removal credits over a 15-year period. Brazil’s extensive degraded lands and tropical climate make it a suitable location for […]

Snipping Tool and Paint updates begin rolling out to Windows Insiders

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are beginning to roll out updates to Snipping Tool and Paint to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels on Windows 11. Snipping Tool (version 11.2404.35.0) In this update, we’re introducing a few new features including support for emoji and QR code scanning, as well as other improvements. Emoji […]

Microsoft GroupMe gets Copilot, reactions and more

Today, GroupMe, a popular group messaging service today announced a major update. GroupMe app now gets Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant and new chat options to make organizing and talking within groups easier. AI-Powered Productivity and Creativity The integration of Copilot with GroupMe allows users to use AI capabilities inside their chat groups. People can utilize […]

Kremlin-Backed APT28 Targets Polish Institutions in Large-Scale Malware Campaign

Polish government institutions have been targeted as part of a large-scale malware campaign orchestrated by a Russia-linked nation-state actor called APT28. “The campaign sent emails with content intended to arouse the recipient’s interest and persuade him to click on the link,” the computer emergency response team, CERT Polska, said in a Wednesday bulletin. Clicking on the link

Microsoft announces public preview of Copilot for Security with Azure Firewall and WAF integrations

Microsoft is bringing the power of AI to Azure network security with the upcoming public preview of Copilot for Security enhancements. These integrations can streamline security operations and give analysts with faster threat detection and mitigation. Copilot for Security uses a vast dataset of security signals and machine learning to provide human analysts with intelligent assistance. This can lead to […]

Google Maps Draining Battery? Try These 10 Fixes!

If Google Maps is heavily draining your phone’s battery, it could be due to several reasons including location sharing, background data and battery usage, and more. If you find your device frequently running low on power while using Google Maps, there are several fixes you can try: Read on to learn more. 1. Disable Location […]