Microsoft presented a good 50 new products and functions at its Build developer conference, which should make themselves felt by users, but above all by developers. An overview of the most important changes.
Microsoft Store Changes: Microsoft opens its store for third parties and wants to remove hurdles for app developers. Thanks to a new recovery function, users should be able to transfer all their apps to a new device in one go. There was also less good news: Microsoft wants to increase the advertising space in the store.
New design for OneNote: Microsoft’s application for notes gets a uniform design adapted to Windows 11. Beta testers now have access to the new features, such as improved input via Surface Pen and a further developed dictation function.
Third Party Widgets: By the end of the year, third-party providers should be able to develop their own widgets for Windows 11.
New function for teams: Microsoft’s video chat application Teams is getting a live share function. This should “go beyond passive screen sharing” and make it easier for users to work together.
DevBox: The newly presented Dev Box is a virtual workstation that was specially made for developers to give them access to preconfigured systems in the cloud – similar to the principle of Microsoft 365.
Project Volterra: Behind this codename hides a new mini-PC, which is intended in particular for developers. Programmers should receive support from artificial intelligence (AI) and thus save themselves certain work steps.
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