WPH Folders for homebrew users gets bumped for 7.8 Tile support

It's been awhile since we've talked about WPH Folders, the homebrew app from Windows Phone Hacker that allows y'all organize apps into Tile-folders on your phone. Of course homebrew here means but those with developer unlocked phones who can sideload XAP files need utilise, meaning for many of yous, this is out.

It's hard to believe that Folders has been out for nearly 10 months already so it makes sense that it's up to version v, which is now bachelor.

The update brings with it a lot of changes, fixes and new features making it the best solution until (and if) Microsoft gets effectually to doing something similar for the Os.

Version 5

Added SkyDrive backup and restore options
Fixed everything with Microsoft'due south new Marketplace server setup
UI improvements (incl. enter to search, auto region detect, folder display tweaks, etc)
Removed titles from the tiles, giving them a much cleaner look
Working 100% on WP7.viii, come across higher up screenie!
Problems fixes, etc

We know the community is divided on Microsoft offer something coordinating to Folders in the OS: personally, we're sold on the Folders concept although nosotros're totally open to alternative approaches to app organization if Microsoft has some better idea. Nosotros think with the average smartphone user having xxx-40 apps installed, coming up with a way to grouping them by category e.thou. photo editing apps, favorite games, social apps, etc. is a logical management.

For now though, we'll rely on WPH'southward Folders app to fill that need.

Source: Windows Phone Hacker

New report reveals Microsoft's future AR strategy; HoloLens 3 is dead

Oh Dear

New report reveals Microsoft'due south future AR strategy; HoloLens iii is dead

Business Insider has today published a follow-upwards report with more details nearly Microsoft'south canceled HoloLens three augmented reality headset. The partnership with Samsung is said to include a headset with a gear up of screens inside, powered by a Samsung phone in your pocket.

Keeping it affordable

Review: Surface Laptop SE is the new standard for K-8 Windows PCs

Starting at just $250, Microsoft's commencement foray into affordable laptops for the teaching market is a winner. With a gorgeous blueprint, excellent thermals, and a fantastic typing experience, Microsoft would do right to sell this direct to consumers as well. Let'due south just hope Intel can make a better CPU.