Windows 11 adds a new secure mode that blocks sketchy apps and drivers
Windows 11 is adding Baseline Security Mode to block unsigned apps, services, and drivers by default, plus new consent prompts for sensitive access and bundled installs, with exceptions when needed and more controls coming later.
Are your hands ready for a $4,299 Windows gaming handheld? Ayaneo thinks so
Ayaneo’s Next 2 is a huge Windows handheld with a 9.06-inch OLED, a 116Wh battery, and configs from $1,799 to $4,299. It looks powerful, but the size and travel limits are part of the deal.
Your next Xbox might not even be made by Microsoft
Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox may launch in 2027 with Windows 11 and OEM-built devices, offering multiple prices and form factors.
Microsoft says 32GB RAM for gaming beats 64GB splurges
Microsoft says 32GB RAM for gaming is the smarter target for demanding play, even if 16GB still runs most games. The pitch also nudges buyers toward Copilot+ PCs as an easier option than building.
Microsoft has released an emergency Windows 11 update to fix crashing apps
Microsoft has released another emergency Windows 11 update after a January patch triggered widespread app crashes, Outlook failures, and cloud sync issues, forcing the company into rare back to back fixes.
Your first Windows on ARM gaming laptop may be a Lenovo Legion
A Lenovo listing leak points to a Legion 7 tied to NVIDIA's N1X label, hinting a Windows on ARM gaming laptop is coming. The next proof will be specs, drivers, and real-world benchmarks.
Microsoft tells you to uninstall the latest Windows 11 update
Microsoft says uninstall Windows 11 update KB5074109 to fix Outlook Classic hangs, black screens and other stability issues affecting users.
This Android phone with Linux jumps to Windows when you need it
NexPhone wants one handset to cover Android, Debian Linux, and a Windows 11 cloud PC workflow. The idea hinges on docking, but the Windows service details still aren’t pinned down.
Your ARM Windows laptop just became a gaming machine
Microsoft’s Xbox app is now available on Windows 11 ARM PCs, with over 85 % of Game Pass games supported natively.
A Windows 11 update broke shutdowns, here’s what you should do
Microsoft’s first Windows 11 security update of 2026 broke shutdowns and some Remote Desktop sign-ins. Microsoft has released emergency out-of-band fixes via Windows Update, including KB5077744 and KB5077797.
Windows 11 26H1 pulls in features from 25H2, but you won’t get it just yet
Windows 11 version 26H1 preview is now live for testers, bringing over missing 25H2 features and laying the groundwork for Snapdragon X2 devices launching in 2026.
Snapdragon X2 Plus laptops are coming, here’s what benchmarks predict
Snapdragon X2 Plus benchmarks hint that Qualcomm’s next Windows laptop chip still trails Apple’s M4 in most CPU and GPU tests. If you’re shopping soon, wait for reviews of real retail laptops.
If you use Android, Windows 11’s Resume feature might get useful
Windows 11’s Resume feature may finally matter for Android users. Microsoft is outlining broader support for third party apps, which could make it easier to continue tasks on your PC with fewer dead ends.
Microsoft just fixed one of Word’s most annoying quirks
Microsoft is rolling out a new shortcut in Word that lets you turn text into hyperlinks instantly, saving time and clicks for everyday users.
Acer still won’t tell you the Nitro Blaze handheld release date
Acer spent CES 2026 showing off monitors, laptops, and other hardware in Las Vegas. What it didn’t show was just as telling. There was no sign of the Nitro Blaze handheld gaming PCs it has teased for more than a year. If you’re waiting for the Acer Nitro Blaze handheld release date before you buy […]
Your Zenbook A16 gets an 18-core Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme
ASUS is pairing Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme with a 1.2 kg 16-inch Zenbook A16, promising big-screen portability, an 80 TOPS NPU, OLED at 120 Hz, and long battery life.
Microsoft to end support for Windows 11 SE in 2026
Windows 11 SE, Microsoft’s education-first OS for K–8 classrooms, will reach end of support in 2026, forcing schools to upgrade devices or switch platforms.
You can now try the Windows phone OS that Microsoft never released
A leaked build of Andromeda OS now lets users try the canceled Windows software originally meant for Surface Duo, offering a hands-on look at Microsoft’s abandoned plan to bring a dual-screen version of Windows Phone back to life.
LG Display all-set to debut 27-Inch 4K OLED RGB Stripe Panel at CES 2026
LG Display is unveiling the world’s first 27-inch 4K OLED RGB stripe panel at 240Hz, targeting premium gaming and professional monitors with improved clarity, speed, and flexibility.
Microsoft tests File Explorer search optimisation to reduce RAM usage in Windows 11
A new Windows 11 Insider update optimises File Explorer search by removing redundant indexing operations, promising faster searches, lower memory use, and a cleaner context menu.
Your Windows SSD Could Be Faster, Microsoft’s New Update Reveals Why
Windows 11 users can unlock higher NVMe SSD performance using a hidden Microsoft driver, if they’re willing to tweak.
Lenovo’s leaked Copilot+ Legion laptops could tune your game settings for you
Lenovo’s leaked Copilot+ Legion laptops could automate power and fan tuning, according to a Windows Latest report. The rumored CES 2026 refresh pairs Ryzen AI 400 chips with RTX 5060 graphics.
Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable could give you a 24-inch OLED screen in a gaming laptop
Lenovo’s Legion Pro Rollable concept reportedly expands a 16-inch OLED to 21.5 inches or 24 inches, pairing RTX 5090 power with esports-focused modes and AI overlays, ahead of a CES 2026 reveal.
It just got a lot easier to control a Windows 11 PC with your Android phone
Windows 11's latest Android integration turns your phone into a powerful remote for your PC: lock it, send files, mirror your screen, and share clipboard content effortlessly.
Running Android apps on your Windows 11 PC is about to feel slightly better
Android app streaming on Windows 11 is getting a subtle upgrade. A new expanded mode in Phone Link makes apps feel less cramped on large monitors, bringing the experience closer to something you might actually want to use daily.
Microsoft makes theming your Windows 11 PC as easy as phones, but not as much fun
Microsoft is rolling out a new Themes section in the Windows 11 Microsoft Store, making it easier to find and apply curated wallpapers, colors, and customization packs.
Your Windows on ARM laptop could someday play real PC games
Windows on ARM has always lacked serious graphics power, but that may finally be changing. A new Chinese-made discrete GPU has now been shown running on ARM-based Windows, hinting that proper PC gaming on ARM may no longer be a distant dream.
Did you upgrade to Windows 11? If not, you’re not the only one
Windows 11 adoption remains sluggish as millions of compatible PCs refuse to upgrade, creating challenges for Microsoft and raising concerns for future security planning.
Windows 11’s “fast” File Explorer is slower than ever and hogs more RAM
A new test by WindowsLatest shows that Windows 11’s preloaded File Explorer still launches slower than its Windows 10 counterpart, and uses extra RAM in the process. For many users, that upgrade just got a lot less appealing.
Updating and removing your Windows 11 apps is about to get a lot less frustrating
Windows 11 is getting a smarter way to handle apps. Microsoft is introducing easier ways to manage updates and remove unused apps, making everyday system cleanup faster and far more intuitive.
Windows 11 could soon fix one of your biggest annoyances with using external monitors
Windows 11’s upcoming PowerToys feature may soon let you adjust external monitor settings directly from the OS, removing the need for clunky physical controls.
Windows 11 is about to make your right-click menu less painful to use
Windows 11 is testing a redesigned right-click menu that cuts clutter, frees up screen space, and makes everyday file actions faster and easier to use.
Windows 11 is upgrading its copy-paste experience with more privacy in tow
Microsoft’s PowerToys 0.96 update brings on-device AI to its Advanced Paste tool, allowing clipboard tasks like summarisation and translation to run locally without relying on cloud services.
Windows 11’s latest update transforms the taskbar into a home for AI agents
Microsoft is introducing full-blown AI agents into the Windows 11 taskbar, letting them run tasks, monitor themselves, and interact with files — the taskbar is becoming more than a launcher.
Microsoft turns Windows 11 into an AI-driven OS with new Copilot features
Windows 11 now includes powerful AI tools like Copilot Vision and hands-free voice activation, enabling automated tasks, screen awareness, and faster workflows across the entire operating system.
Apple’s new ring light trick is already on Windows 11, thanks to Microsoft VP
Apple’s new Edge Light feature for macOS is already on Windows, thanks to Microsoft VP Scott Hanselman’s free Windows Edge Light app that turns your whole display into a virtual ring light for sharper, more flattering video calls.
New Windows 11 toggle lets AI agents work in your background
Microsoft is testing a new "Experimental agentic features" toggle in Windows 11 that gives AI helpers their own hidden workspace, limited access to your files, and a clear off switch if you do not like it.
Ranking all 12 versions of Windows, from worst to best
Microsoft has been making Windows operating systems for almost 40 years, and though they've improved, there have been some wins and duds. We rank them here.