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.
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.
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Here are all the motherboards that officially support TPM for Windows 11
Windows 11 mandates TPM 2.0, and chances are your motherboard already supports it. If you are not sure, here are the models officially confirmed by top manufacturers.
Lenovo highlights Android PC perks, but I’m more concerned about the limitations
Lenovo shares insights on Google’s upcoming Android PCs, highlighting their strengths for lightweight tasks while warning about the possible limitations.
Windows 11 finally lets you use Passkeys through your own password manager
Windows 11 just opened up its passkey system to third-party managers like 1Password and Bitwarden. The update lets you create and use passkeys directly through these apps using Windows Hello, ending Microsoft’s lock-in and giving users and IT admins more freedom to go passwordless.
You can finally customize Windows 11’s Start menu, update now
Windows 11’s November update is now rolling out, moving the redesigned Start menu out of preview and adding a clearer battery readout. It also fixes a background Task Manager issue and improves low-power behavior on handhelds.
Microsoft is offering free gift cards if you stick with Edge over Chrome
Microsoft has found a new way to keep you on Edge. When Windows 11 users search for “Chrome” on Bing, they’re offered 1,300 Microsoft Rewards points for not switching. Those points can be traded for Amazon, Spotify, or Roblox gift cards, turning your browser loyalty into real-world offerings and adding a new twist to the browser wars.
Xbox dev becoming more Windows-like, prepping devs for the future of the console
Microsoft’s new Xbox dev kit leans into Windows-style tools so games line up across console, PC, and handhelds. The payoff for players, cleaner co-op, quicker patches, and saves that follow you wherever you play.
Windows finally fixes the “Update & Shut Down” bug that kept PCs running all night
Anew Windows 11 update finally fixes a long-standing shutdown glitch that caused PCs to reboot instead of powering off — a problem that was quietly draining laptop batteries overnight. The fix is part of an optional update now rolling out, and it’s especially welcome news for gaming handhelds and ultrabooks that rely on every drop of battery.
Xbox-style handheld mode is rolling out on Windows 11, and you can try it now
Microsoft is expanding Windows 11’s full screen experience for handhelds, starting with ASUS ROG Ally models and rolling to MSI Claw. Paired with the Xbox app, it brings a cleaner, console-style launcher to portable PCs.
Microsoft is bringing Bluetooth audio sharing to Windows 11
Windows 11 is adding shared audio, letting your PC stream sound to two Bluetooth devices at once without any splitter or workaround. The feature runs on Bluetooth LE Audio and is currently in preview on select Copilot+ PCs, marking a small but useful upgrade for shared watching, gaming, and listening.
Windows 11 and Meta Quest 3 unite with mixed reality link for virtual workspaces
Meta has expanded its Mixed Reality Link feature for Windows 11 to all Meta Quest 3 and 3S headsets, enabling virtual desktops and multi-monitor setups inside VR.
Windows 11’s new Start menu begins rolling out, and it’s more flexible than ever
Microsoft has started rolling out Windows 11’s revamped Start menu, featuring grid and category views, a bigger "All apps" list, and a slimmer taskbar with animated thumbnails and battery percentage. The KB5067036 update is optional now and will reach more users soon.
Why I wouldn’t install Windows on a Chromebook
Windows can run on a Chromebook, but that doesn’t mean it should as performance and support trade-offs are too steep.
Windows 11’s Search box gets Copy & Search, saving you time and clicks
Windows 11’s new Copy & Search cuts a step from everyday lookups. Copy text, tap a paste gleam in the taskbar search box, and your query appears instantly.
Everything new in Windows 11 right now, from image edits in File Explorer to Gaming Copilot in Game Bar
Windows 11’s October update brings quick AI image fixes in File Explorer, a cleaner multi-board Widgets experience, stronger Narrator tools, and Gaming Copilot in Game Bar, with more improvements testing now in Microsoft’s Insider builds.
Microsoft empowers Windows 11 with voice-controlled Copilot AI assistant
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update introduces AI-powered Copilot features, allowing users to perform tasks through voice or text.
Something big is coming to Windows 11, and it sounds like voice
Microsoft has a Windows reveal slated for Thursday, October 16, and signs point to voice. With Voice Access upgrades and Copilot tests in the wild, a hands-off push looks imminent, though specifics remain unconfirmed.
Windows 11 finally fixes last light themes in File Explorer dark mode
File Explorer’s dialogs now match the theme, from progress bars to replace-or-skip prompts.
Windows 11 is set to force online setup, but one loophole still works for local install
Microsoft removes local-only Windows setup in latest Insider Preview, but an age check trick could help you out.
Leaked Windows 11 app could be the file and photo management tool you’ve been waiting for
A dedicated OneDrive app has been spotted in a leak direct from Microsoft's servers.
As a Windows fan, here’s why macOS 26 Tahoe is tempting me
Even as a Windows loyalist, macOS 26 Tahoe has me reconsidering.
Windows 11 could get a feature we last saw on Windows Vista
Fifteen years after Windows Vista, video wallpapers are making a comeback.
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California man sues Microsoft to keep Windows 10 running until usage falls below 10%
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