Microsoft begins testing an Apple silicon version of the Edge browser
Also, VLC media player is now available natively on M1 Macs, but the software has yet to be delivered as a universal binary.
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Apple is apparently working to bring Music and Podcasts apps to Microsoft Store
It’s unclear if Apple is developing the apps to be compatible with Windows PCs or Xbox consoles. They are reportedly coming to Microsoft’s digital store one way or another.
Excel updated with Split View multitasking, Word now supports trackpad and mouse
Also, PowerPoint for iPad has gained a new feature, dubbed Presenter Coach, that helps you rehears your presentation
Sony unveils new BRAVIA XR 4K and 8K TVs with support for AirPlay 2 and HomeKit
Sony has unveiled a handful of new smart TVs, each of which is equipped with support for Apple’s AirPlay 2 and HomeKit.
Project Monarch sees Outlook becoming a single, progressive web app
The new universal client would work on Windows and Mac desktops, as well as in any standards-compliant web browser.
A pair of foldable iPhone prototypes have allegedly passed internal durability tests
Two different foldable iPhone models have reportedly passed through internal durability tests recently.
Microsoft adds x64 emulation to Windows on ARM, but performance is far behind M1 Macs
The performance of emulated x64 apps on a Surface Pro X laptop isn’t even close to the latest Macs powered by Apple’s M1 laptop chip and running Rosetta emulation.
Microsoft is bringing Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and cloud game streaming to iOS in Spring 2021
Microsoft has confirmed that both xCloud game streaming and the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate are launching for iOS devices in the Spring of 2021 via Safari.
Watch Microsoft’s holiday ad featuring adorable pups dreaming about being in video games
Meet Rufus, an adorable dog who can’t physically be with his best bud but through his dreams, experiences the joy of togetherness and friendship.
Microsoft Teams is gaining CarPlay support and other features
Microsoft Teams is revamping the calling experience for the app, and is adding support for Apple’s CarPlay, too.
Craig Federighi says it’s ‘really up to Microsoft’ whether or not Windows can run natively on M1 Macs
Craig Federighi says that getting Windows on M1-equipped Macs is certainly a possibility, but that it’s up to Microsoft.
Apple devices will gain Xbox Series X controller support in the future
Microsoft and Apple are working on adding support for the Xbox Series X wireless controller for Apple devices.
