Microsoft is killing off Windows 11 Store’s no-download Instant Games (Arcade)
In September 2023, Microsoft announced the Windows 11 2023 Update and Surface upgrades, introducing "Instant Games" in the Microsoft Store. This feature allows users to play games without downloading them. It started rolling out in February 2024 and will be discontinued on November 14, 2024.
Windows 11 23H2 bug causes “end of service”, “get the newer version of Windows”...
Windows 11 KB5046633 (23H2) has a known issue that incorrectly warns users, "Your version of Windows has reached the end of service," suggesting they need to update.
Windows 10 KB5046613 adds Microsoft account manager (direct download .msu)
Windows 10 KB5046613 brings the Account Manager to the Start menu. Check out direct download links for the offline installer file.
Windows 11 KB5046633 23H2 out with features (direct download .msu) links
Windows 11 KB5046633 makes the Copilot key configurable, fixes Modern Standby. Find the direct download links here.
Windows 11 KB5046617 (24H2) out with fixes (direct download .msu)
Windows 11 KB5046617 is now rolling to everyone with version 24H2, and it fixes most of the major issues. Like every patch, you can...
Microsoft makes Windows 11 24H2 available for more PCs, as two upgrade blocks lift
Windows 11 24H2 is now available for more PCs after Microsoft removed two upgrade blocks. One affected certain fingerprint sensors, and the other was related to the Voicemeeter app, which caused Blue Screen of Death errors during the Windows 11 2024 Update installation.
Turn off Chrome’s annoying “Image copied, “Link copied” on Windows
In Chrome 130, when you copy a link or text, a small pop-up now appears, stating "Link copied." Similar pop-ups may also appear for actions like "Image copied."
Leak confirms Windows 11 AI “Windows Intelligence” brand, privacy features
Microsoft is moving away from branding its AI features as Copilot. Instead, it's adopting the name "Windows Intelligence" for AI in Windows 11. This was first revealed through references found in a Group Policy, and Microsoft is now creating a dedicated Settings page for it.
Microsoft begins promoting Windows 11 24H2 on Windows 10 to push migration
Windows 11 24H2 is the best version of Windows 11. It offers enhanced stability, introduces useful features, and has a more polished feel compared to earlier versions. Microsoft is now promoting Windows 11 to Windows 10 users by highlighting this release.
Windows 11 taskbar’s big update could add a new emoji button
Windows 11's taskbar may soon feature a new "emoji" button in the system tray, based on recent update references. While Microsoft hasn't confirmed this change, it could allow access to the existing emoji panel.
Windows 11’s leaked taskbar feature could recommend apps, sites or snap groups
Windows 11's taskbar will gain new features, but you still won't be able to move it to the top or sides. Instead, it may introduce “recommendations” in the form of a card or panel that appears above the taskbar.
Microsoft: Windows 11 Mail & Calendar stops working after December 31, 2024
For the past six months, Microsoft has been showing pop-ups in the Mail & Calendar apps, urging everyone to switch to the new web-based...
Windows 11 24H2, 23H2 preview Explorer fixes, features with KB5046746, KB5046745
There are two separate preview updates available for Windows 11 version 23H2 and 24H2. If you're in the Beta Channel of the Insider Program,...
Microsoft confirms issues in Windows 11 23H2 KB5044285, KB5044380
Windows 11 24H2 is in the news for two reasons: better performance or new issues, but it turns out that Windows 11 23H2 also has...
Windows 11 lock screen will let you edit, remove select MSN widgets. Windows 10...
Microsoft enabled MSN-powered widgets for the lock screens for everyone, but it will finally let you choose what appears. At the moment, lock screen widget limits user control, as they can't choose to have a blank lock screen while rotating Bing wallpapers.
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