Monday
Jun152020

Windows 10 June 2020 update won't allow users to print (even to PDF)

While the May 2020 update for Windows 10 didn't cause too many issues, we can't say the same for the June 2020 update. SlashGear reports how the company's support forums are being flooded with user complaints about not being able to print on any printer—and that even includes "printing" documents into a PDF.

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Sunday
Jun142020

Microsoft Teams allows users upload their background images on video calls

Image courtesy of Microsoft

As it tries to catch up with rival Zoom, Microsoft is bringing new features to its Teams app. The latest addition allows you to upload your image of choice as your background or select from one of the latest collections of background that's now available online. Microsoft previews some of these backgrounds over at this blog post. The company previously introduced blurring effects and some preset images for the background, but this new addition expands your options. Microsoft cautions that blurring effect or a custom image might not stop others from seeing sensitive information. The tech giant says they use a "highly trained" model to separate the user from the background. And that background effects are only available for scheduled meetings.

On top of introducing this feature, Microsoft now allows free users to schedule meetings and send out invites instead of resorting to the Meet Now option. Free users can also add live captions to their calls. And in honour of Pride Month, there will be Pride-themed images in its collection of custom Teams backgrounds coming on June 16.

Sunday
Jun142020

Google warns about delays of YouTube Music transfers due to 'high demand'

Google's transfer option from Play Music to YouTube Music went live recently. And a lot of people seem to be taking advantage of the feature, enough of them that the company had to warn users that the transfers are "delayed" because of "high demand." The transfer tool is available online and in the YouTube Music app. And at this point, transfers can take up to several days to complete. 

The company didn't explain why the slowdown is happening. Despite this happening, more users are getting access to the feature. But we won't be surprised if even that is delayed, too.

Source: Android Police

Sunday
Jun142020

Facebook tests Face ID, Touch ID lock for Messenger

Similar to what it already implements on WhatsApp, Facebook is testing the capability to lock the Messenger app on iOS using Face ID or Touch ID authentication. You can opt to require authentication every time the app is opened or after some time without use (ranging from one minute to an hour). Facebook is introducing this biometric authentication feature to help secure users' private messages. It's currently available for a small number of Facebook Messenger users, but the company plans to expand its use in the future. It won't say when, so if you don't have it yet, you're going to have to wait. 

Source: 9to5Mac