Big names coming to Microsoft Store, Amazon Appstore, and more

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With Microsoft hard at work on the next iteration of Windows, it can be hard to keep up to date on everything that is happening in the world of Windows 11. That's why we're collating the top stories over the past month so that you can stay abreast of the most important Windows 11 developments, without having to spend hours looking.

Microsoft will be redesigning the Windows 11 volume sliders

Volume sliders have been a contentious issue in several operating systems, from Apple's iOS through to Microsoft's Windows 8, 10, and now 11. But for Microsoft's part, the company has now confirmed that it is working on a redesigned volume slider in Windows 11.



Microsoft briefly shows new media player app for Windows 11

A new media player app is being worked on for Windows 11, bringing a modern design with more features over the pre-existing Movies & TV app, including Shuffle and Replay buttons.



Discord and Opera are coming to the Windows 11 Microsoft Store, with Epic Games Store to follow

Windows 11 might not be released yet, but the Microsoft Store for Windows 11 apps is already picking up pace with some big names. In September, it was confirmed that both Discord and Opera will be coming to the store, whilst the Epic Games Store plans to follow suit shortly after.



Commercial customers will get to choose between Windows 10 and Windows 11 on new Surface devices

New Surface devices bought by commercial customers will provide an option to have either Windows 10 or Windows 11 by default, providing more flexibility for commercial customers who may have specific needs.



Microsoft’s updated PC Health Check app is now available for all Windows 11 enthusiasts

An updated PC Health Check was released, resolving complaints of it not providing enough information when it reports that a PC is not compatible with Windows 11. Now, the tool will provide more information to help a user understand what the issue is.



Android apps on the way as Amazon Appstore appears in Windows 11 Microsoft Store

A placeholder for the Amazon Appstore has made an appearance in the Microsoft Store, leading to belief that Android apps will shortly be on the way for Windows 11, as it's a sign that preparations are being made.

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