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Windows 11 widgets could soon rival those on iOS, Android

Microsoft could be getting ready to add support for third-party widgets in Windows 11, bringing it close to the experience on iOS and Android.
Person sitting and using an HP computer with Windows 11.

More PCs are running Windows XP than Windows 11

Adoption of Windows 11 could be a point of embarrassment for Microsoft, as the latest OS trails Windows 7's market share.
Windows 11 device sitting on a stool.

How to ungroup Taskbar icons in Windows 11

One of the features of Windows 10 was the ability to ungroup Taskbar icons. This feature isn't in Windows 11, but you can add it with a third-party program.
Person sitting and using an HP computer with Windows 11.

Windows 11 adoption rates may have just taken a plunge

Windows 11 has seen an adoption dip that has made many sources take a closer look at different update trends.
A man sits, using a laptop running the Windows 11 operating system.

Tabs officially come to Windows 11 redesigned File Explorer

After many weeks of rumors, Microsoft has come out and confirmed that Windows 11 is getting a tab experience in File Explorer.
Person sitting and using a Windows Surface computer with Windows 11.

Windows 11 to add A.I. auto framing, eye contact in video calls

Microsoft is announcing some updates to Windows 11 centered around making the OS more secure and making meetings better on the OS.
A laptop is running Windows Updates.

Windows 11 updates: Live Captions, improved touch controls

The latest Windows 11 update includes many accessibility and productivity features.
A symbol of the Mozilla Firefox logo.

Mozilla still has a beef with Windows 11 — here’s why

Microsoft made some changes to the way people can switch default browsers in Windows 11, but Mozilla still has a beef with Microsoft over it.
Phone Link on Windows laptop and phone.

Windows 11 Phone Link is a full redesign of Your Phone app

Microsoft Your Phone has now been rebranded as Phone Link as of the Windows 11 update.
Windows 11 device sitting on a stool.

Windows 11 may launch tabbed File Explorer, smarter Clipboard

Microsoft is holding a Windows event on April 5, and several new Windows 11 features could be announced.
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New Windows spyware campaign can get you in a click

The Vidar spyware is spreading to PCs as threat actors have managed to hide it inside Microsoft Compiled HTML help files, and you can be infected in a click.
RTX 3090 installed inside a gaming PC.

Microsoft is hindering Windows 11 on custom-built PCs

A new watermark is showing up on custom-built PCs running Windows 11, notifying users that their machines aren't supported. But that's the problem: They are.
Windows 11 device sitting on a stool.

Microsoft adds message on unsupported PCs running Windows 11

Microsoft is more widely rolling out a message in the Windows 11 settings app indicating that a PC is unsupported by the operating system.
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6 upcoming Windows 11 features worth upgrading for

Windows 11's next big update is coming later this year, but you can already preview some of the upcoming features. Here are six of them.
The front of the Surface Laptop Studio in Stage Mode.

Your next laptop may have a haptic touchpad, and that’s good

The mechanical touchpad has a number of weaknesses that haptic touchpads can address. That's why it's so great that they're making their way to Windows laptops.
The display of the Surface Pro 8.

Surface Pro 8 problems and how to fix them

If you're having issues with your Surface Pro 8, don't be vexed. Here's a list of the most common Surface Pro 8 problems and how to fix them.
Surface Pro 8 tablet view with Windows 11 screen.

Windows 11 multitasking to get better in an important way

Windows 11 could be getting Windows 10's canceled "Sets" feature, giving the operating system yet another multitasking boost.
A laptop sits on a desk with a Windows 11 wallpaper.

A big improvement to Windows 11 search is coming soon

Microsoft is bringing in new improvements to Search on Windows 10 and Windows 11 to surface more of the world around you.
An AMD Ryzen 9 3900X on a table.

TPM is causing more issues with Windows 11 and Ryzen CPUs

AMD Ryzen systems are experiencing stutters on Windows 10 and Windows 11, and the issue stems from firmware TPM that Windows 11 requires in order to run.
A laptop sits on a desk with a Windows 11 wallpaper.

Windows 11 adoption is slowing, but it’s not a failure yet

Windows 11 adoption doesn't seem to be gaining as much ground over Windows 10. That's not necessarily a bad thing.
Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro on a desk with its desktop displayed.

Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro vs. Book 2 Pro 360 vs. Book 2 360

If you're wondering about the differences between the new Windows devices in Samsung's lineup, we have you covered with this guide.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5i tablet.

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5i hands-on: One-upping the Surface Pro

Lenovo's IdeaPad Duet 5i is an interesting tablet, as it does one thing that the Surface Pro lineup can't do at all.
Woman using the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 in tablet mode.

Latest Windows 11 update improves taskbar on tablets

The latest Windows 11 developer preview tests a new taskbar feature aimed specifically at tablets.
Surface Laptop SE

Windows 11 SE vs. Chromebook: The differences and more

Microsoft is looking to go after the Chromebook crowd with Windows 11 SE. Here's a look at some of the differences.
Surface Laptop 4 showing display, keyboard deck, and docked pen.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5: Everything we know so far

Microsoft hasn't talked much about a Surface Laptop 5, but that won't stop us from putting together this guide with everything we know and want.
A laptop sits on a desk with a Windows 11 wallpaper.

New Windows 11 update improves gaming in windowed mode

Windows 11 may soon be better for gaming in windowed mode, says Microsoft. The OS will receive a new feature that optimizes windowed games.
Surface Pro 8 tablet view with Windows 11 screen.

Windows 11 update: New gestures, Start menu changes, and more

The Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22557 includes Live Captions and new touch gestures for developers to test.
The under display fingerprint scanner of the Google Pixel 6.

This is how Android 13 looks on Windows 11

A developer has gotten Windows 11 running smoothly on a recently updated Google Pixel 6.
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Have an unsupported PC? Windows 11 has a message for you

If you're running Windows 11 on an unsupported PC, then be prepared to see a warning message soon.
The display of the Surface Pro 8.

Major UI, UX overhaul planned for future Windows 11 update

Visual refinements, new gesture support, and improved multitasking are features that could debut on the next Windows 11 update.
The back portion of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 4.

The next ARM-powered Surface might finally be powerful enough

A Geekbench listing for a Qualcomm Chip is hinting that Microsoft could release a new ARM-powered Surface Laptop.
Microsoft Teams in Together mode on a laptop.

Microsoft previews a major Windows 11 update coming soon

The biggest Windows 11 beta and release preview is now available not long after its official release is expected to roll out.
A laptop sits on a desk with a Windows 11 wallpaper.

Your Phone in Windows 11 now shows recent apps

Microsoft and Samsung introduced a new brand partnership, adding to the Your Phone feature in Windows 11.
Laptop sitting on a desk showing Windows 11's built-in Microsoft Teams experience.

Windows 11’s taskbar may get a handy feature from Windows 10

Some more improvements are on the way for WIndows 11, and one of those is an app overflow area in the taskbar.