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    Does Microsoft compensate developers if it assimilates their idea into a first-party solution?

    The answer is yes as I personally saw this happen with software and personnel. Microsoft wants the best. If you or your software are quality, they'll make every effort.
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    Any help appreciated...Should I buy the Icon?

    I would not recommend the Verizon Icon. Questionable support aside, I never recommend buying yesterday's technology at today's prices. Note that the phone launched mid February of this year. The technology is over a year old. There are several non-Windows phones that clearly outclass the...
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    What WP needs to succeed

    Re: Windows Phone biggest problem The Windows Phone strategy has been corrected to match Microsoft's winning business strategy since the 90's - increased market share.
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    Do you use a case on your 1520 or not?

    Have used several cases before settling on a clear frosted Capdase for my white 1520.3. Screen issues aside, I knew I needed a case when buckling my seatbelt caused the belt to wrap across the phone. After adjusting the phone in my pocket, I realized the high pressure being placed on the...
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    To buy or not to buy..

    RumoredNow is correct. My addendum would be to wait until the end of the month as there will most likely be holiday sales that involve the 1520.3 at either B&H or Newegg (for NY residents due to tax).
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    New 1520.3 Owner here, with Internet Sharing question

    I don't know about the foreign SIM card trick. On my 1520.3, I uninstalled the Spanish (Mexico) and installed Spanish (Spain) keyboards. Those actions enabled internet sharing. Internet sharing available after upgraded to 8.1. I am also using T-Mobile. If I recall correctly, my backup...
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    Why does IE11 keep crashing in win10 Tech Preview?

    OP, please provide conditions (any add ins, plug ins, website of crash) of crash and check Event Viewer for record of crash. Then, use either the provided feedback app or post in Microsoft Technical Preview support forums with your crash information.
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    DirectSound Issues

    Your only option is to contact the MusicBee software author Steven Mayall. I would not hold out hope for an expedient fix as MusicBee is freeware.
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    Windows 10 and Hardware Drivers

    For any graphics drivers, you have two (basic) options: 1. Use the provided utility (i.e. ATI/AMD Catalyst Control Center a.k.a. CCC) 2. Uninstall/rollback through Device Manager. If you do not know method 2, quite frankly you have no business installing Windows 10 Technical Preview. Wait...
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    Sync live tiles and their layout between pc's on the start menu

    This is by design behavior. Starting with Windows 8, the option to do exactly as your request only occurs when restoring/installing Windows with a OneDrive account. Even then this applies only to apps, not programs (i.e. Adobe PhotoShop) and you must re-download apps.
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    Can I still use the full Start Screen?

    Please share your interface concerns by either using the app provided in Windows 10 Technical Preview or posting on Microsoft Windows Technical Preview support forum. A picky point, this is not Beta software and this is not for early adopters. Expect beta in several more months. Early...
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    How do you change the language?

    Unfortunately it is too early for your language for Windows 10 Technical Preview. Expect localization team to complete your language in approximately six months is my wild guesstimate.
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    How many PCs do you have the Tech Preview installed on?

    3 devices: Desktop Laptop Surface Pro All on VM. Looking to install on Dell Venue 8 Pro later.
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    Freeze after about 30-35 minutes

    Please report compatibility issue to both Microsoft and Netgear. Please include your previously stated system specifications, screenshots of error, and error log from Event Viewer.
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    Problem installing antivirus on Technical Preview

    Great advice! Note to original poster. Please understand that Windows 10 Technical Preview is test software ONLY. Your preferred antivirus vendor has the same issue and is working towards compatibility. At no time should you expect ANY third party software, including antivirus software, to...