Microsoft announces Windows 10 April 2018 Update coming to PCs on May 8

Microsoft is announcing that it will make the Windows 10 April 2018 Update available for download on May 8th. The latest update to Windows 10 introduces a Timeline features which makes it possible for users to find files they previously worked on easily.

The new update also has a Focus Assist feature designed to block out distractions and keep workers on track. Dictation has also been improved so users can write notes and even dictate longer documents by speaking. Microsoft Edge browser has also been improved and can automatically mute tabs that autoplay content.

As a Windows Insider, I've been playing around with the latest build and, while not as dramatically different from the Fall Creator's Update, I did notice some improvements and visual flourishes in certain aspects of the OS.

Uniqlo celebrating all things Marvel with new line of t-shirts

Uniqlo has chosen the best artwork from over 8,500 global submissions to create a new line of 17 new designs in ther graphics t-shirt line. Focusing on Marvel's The Avengers: Infinity War. Focusing on various characters and teams, the Uniqlo shirts are expected to be extremely popular this opening weekend as the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy battle Thanos for the fate of the universe.

Ford to stop producing sedans in US and Canada by 2020

Ford is ceasing production of most of its passenger cars in the US and Canada in favour of SUV's and trucks. The company will stop making and selling the Ford Fiesta, Taurus, Fusion and the regular Focus models and will have these phased out in the coming years.

Ford will continue to make two passenger cars, the Ford Mustang, which is a sports coupe or convertible and the Ford Focus Active, which is a crossover of sorts. A testament to the high demand for SUVs and trucks in North America and the decline of four and five-seater passenger cars and hatchbacks.

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New iPhone ad targets switchers on the merits of Portrait Mode

Apple's hoping that their Portrait Mode and Studio Lighting features will entice Android users to switch over. The latest series of Switch to iPhone ads are playful, a little snarky and feature no dialogue. Another ad praises the security of Apple's secure app store as another reason to switch. What do you think of Apple's ad, is a singular feature like a camera or portrait mode functionality enough to move to iPhone?