Microsoft is experimenting with upgrading the Windows 11 Start menu with a dedicated panel for widgets. So-called "Start Menu Companions" appeared in the latest Windows 11 build 26212.
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Gamers with Nvidia graphics cards inside their computers can download a new WHQL driver under version 552.44. It adds optimizations for Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut and Homeworld 3.
Microsoft has announced a new feature for Xbox Insiders on PC. Compact Mode, first introduced last year, received a new "Jump Back In" section that lets you access nine recently played games.
Apple is rolling out a new update for iTunes on Windows. Version 12.13.2 is now available for download from the official website and the Microsoft Store, with support for the new iPad Air and Pro.
The Beta version of Rufus, a popular app for making bootable USB media, was updated to version 4.5. The most notable changes include runtime UEFI media validation, increased buffer size, and more.
Microsoft released Edge 126.0.2566.1 in the Dev Channel with improvements for the Sidebar in "Gamer mode" and a few various fixes to make your browsing experience a little better.
Files, a popular alternative to Windows 11's stock File Explorer, received a new update under version 3.4. It adds custom backgrounds, shortcut remapping, integration with Listary, and more.
On May 7, 2024, Apple announced its new iPad Pro tablets with OLED displays, thinner chassis, faster processors, and other changes. Here is how Apple's new flagship iPad Pros compare to predecessors.
Apple has expanded its M processor line with the new M4 model, which today debuts in the new iPad Pro lineup. The M4 chip promises a "giant leap in performance" and a big focus on AI.
Apple's May 7 event was all about the new iPad Pro and Air. However, some updates also happened on the other side of the price spectrum. The 9th-gen iPad is gone, and the 10th-gen iPad is now cheaper.
At its "Let Loose" event, as expected, Apple announced next-generation iPad Pro models. They feature new "Tandem OLED" displays, the M4 chip, ultra-thin chassis, and other improvements.
Microsoft has updated its browser in the Beta Channel. Version 125.0.2535.29 is now available for download with bug fixes, performance improvements, and better copy-paste controls.
Microsoft has released a big update for the first-generation Surface Laptop Studio. It delivers gaming, audio, and wireless improvements, plus it fixes problems with external display flickering.
Microsoft made a few changes under Windows 11's hood, which means the operating system now encrypts all your disks during installation by default. Not happy with that? Here is how to turn it off.
If you have a Snapdragon 835-powered Windows on ARM PC, which unofficially runs Windows 11, here is some bad news for you: the upcoming Windows 11 version 24H2 will not work on your computer.
The latest Microsoft news recap is here to give you an overview of what happened in the world of Microsoft this week. Bugs and issues, new browsers, Copilot everywhere, new builds, and more.
If the ever-increasing number of Windows 11 ads irritates you, this new app can help fix the situation. Aptly called "Oh F**k Go Back," the simple utility provides a fast and easy solution.
Microsoft Edge 126 is now available for testing in the Dev Channel. Version 126.0.2552.0 brings new taskbar media controls, PDF toolbar improvements, and various fixes across the browser.
Microsoft is rolling out a small feature update for Edge 124 in the Stable Channel. Version 124.0.2478.80 adds an internet speed tester to the sidebar toolbox and fixes two security vulnerabilities.
Did you know that modern Xbox consoles cannot remember more than one Wi-Fi network? Whether it is a problem or not, Microsoft is working on the ability to remember up to 10 Wi-Fi networks on Xbox.
Vivaldi 6.7 is now available on iPadOS and iOS. The latest release introduces SplitView support, allowing you to place up to three Vivaldi windows on one screen, sort notes and bookmarks, and more.
Valve reports that Windows 11's market share on Steam has nearly caught up with Windows 11. In April 2024, Windows 11 jumped from 41% to 45%, and now it is just 6 points away from Windows 10.
Microsoft's Cascadia Code font, which is used in Windows Terminal, has received a major update with support for Quadrants, Sextants, Octants, Large Type Pieces, more legacy symbols, and Nerd Fonts.
Statcounter reports that Windows 11 continues to lose its market share for the second month in a row. Windows 10, meanwhile, is gaining more users and is now back above the 70% mark.
The new report from Statcounter shows Microsoft Edge slowly climbing up and getting closer to a 13% market share. However, in April 2024, Chrome also increased its share in the desktop browser market.
The Arc browser is now publicly available on Windows 11, offering PC users a unique take on modern browsers. Its launch ad also cleverly dunks on Edge, suggesting sending it to Recycle Bin.
Microsoft has updated release notes for the latest Windows 11 Beta build to clarify that the "WindowsMigration" app is a component of Windows Backup that appeared in the Start menu due to a bug.
Microsoft Edge 125 is now available for final testing in the Beta Channel before its public debut for all users. The latest update introduces improvements for sleeping tabs, workspaces, and more.
A new version of Tiny11 Builder by @NTDEV_ is out with a new important feature: you can now make lightweight Windows 11 images with disabled telemetry. Future updates promise to bring more.
Mozilla released another minor update for the Firefox browser across supported platforms. Version 125.0.3 fixes the bug with blank 0.0.0.1 pages, text corruption on Linux, and more.
Microsoft Edge now displays a "Rewrite with Copilot" popup whenever you select text in text fields. If you do not like this behavior, here is how to get rid of the popup by turning it off in Settings.
If you own a Surface Pro 9 with Intel processors and you are annoyed by the choppy cursor and slow Windows 11 animations, get the latest firmware update to resolve those performance issues.
Is Windows 11 showing you the error code 0x80070520 when trying to change the profile picture? If so, rest assured that Microsoft is aware of the problem and is working on fixing it.
Microsoft has new firmware for its budget-friendly Surface Go 2 tablet and the big Surface Studio 2+ desktop computer. The latest release improves audio, network, system stability, and security.
In this week's Microsoft Weekly: more details about the upcoming AI Explorer, Start menu updates, File Explorer updates, much-needed browser updates, financial reports from Microsoft, and more.
The recently released Windows 11 build 22635.3566 introduces a much-needed feature for File Explorer: tab duplication. Here is how it works and how to enable it in the latest Beta build.
Did you hear the news that Microsoft is working on a new Start menu layout for Windows 11? The latest update, which was recently released in the Beta Channel, adds some much-needed improvements.
If you have an iPhone and you are thinking about buying an Apple Watch, now seems like a good time to do so since the latest model, Series 9, is down to its lowest price of just $299.
The April 2024 firmware update is now available for Surface Laptop 5 and Laptop 4 with AMD processors. The update improves audio playback and recording, USB-C charging, overall stability, and more.
Windows 11 24H2 lets you create TAR and 7Z archives without third-party apps. However, you don't have to wait for version 24H2 to get that feature. Microsoft will soon bring it to 22H2 and 23H2.