Windows Terminal 1.14 was released as a preview. This new version brings single background image support for split view. It also packs various improvements, new actions, and fixes. Microsoft has made available version 1.14 for its Windows Terminal application as a preview. This release is a small update that includes a new experimental background image for windows, new actions, and various bug fixes. In addition, the company has increased the system requirements for version 1....

How about a throwback? Let’s reminisce about those times when smartphones didn’t exist. Those days when computers starting to revolutionize our world. This theme will certainly bring back memories to those who had the chance to live every minute of the change and how the early days of technology gave us the perspective for a future full of possibilities. These few images are dedicated to Microsoft, to those floppy disks, heavy monitors and CPUs, to colors and shapes from the 80s, and a hint of history for all the youngsters....

In the month of October, Xbox Live Gold members are getting over $84 worth of games with 3200 gamerscore. Microsoft has announced four new games you’ll be getting as part of the Games with Gold program. For the month of October 2016, you’ll be able to download Super Mega Baseball: Extra Innings, The Escapists, MX vs ATV Reflex, and I Am Alive. As always, there are two games for Xbox One and two for Xbox 360, but you can play all the Xbox 360 titles announced through the Games with Gold program on your Xbox One console through Backward compatibility....

Microsoft shares details for the next Xbox One system update due in February, which will include transparent tiles on the dashboard, new Game hubs, improvements on live TV, and a new VIP section. As we’ve previously seen, the February system update for the game console will include transparent tiles on the dashboard . According to the company, this was a highly requested feature to allow more viewing of the background wallpaper....

Window Auto-Tuning is a networking feature that has been part of Windows 10 and previous versions for many years. It’s designed to dynamically control the receive throughput buffer size and latency of a link. On today’s internet there are countless sets of latencies and speeds that are just too many to adjust manually, and they need to be controlled dynamically — that’s why Auto-Tuning exist. With the release of the Windows 10 Anniversary Update , many users have been reporting slow internet connections after installing the update....

It’s that time of the year in the northern hemisphere where the colors of the trees are turning bright shades of red, orange, and yellow. Autumn is here, and this theme brings all the beauty from Sweden. 14 stunning images that captured the reflections of charming houses on calm rivers, clear blue skies as well as cloudy ones announcing the cold weather, beautiful mountains with just a touch of snow on their peaks, and a veil of yellow leaves on a park’s street....

For all the bicycle enthusiasts out there, here’s one theme of wallpapers you can’t miss. It’s time to get out and smell the flowers in the northern hemisphere, and what can be more inspiring than a bicycle ride around a nice park? The photographs show not only many vintage bikes and also new style ones as the focal point, but they capture some interesting settings also. The beautiful cherry blossom trees in full bloom, a gorgeous landscapes by the hills, a rustic home office, and more to find along these paths....

Windows 11 build 26200.5622 (KB5058512) is an update for version 24H2, released on June 3, 2025, through the Dev Channel. This update includes new AI, backup, and recovery features and delivers various fixes. Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 26200.5622 as the update KB5058512 in the Dev Channel, introducing new features, improvements, and fixes. Among the key additions are updates to Copilot+ PCs, enhancements to Click to Do, a new quick machine recovery feature, multiple dashboards in Widgets, and improvements to file management, settings, and search functionalities....

When photographers come together as a community they can bring some pretty cool work directly to your desktop background. This theme is full of refreshing views and sounds also this time, as you will be able to listen to the sea while viewing 21 images of water in all its forms. This is a very inviting collection to relax and appreciate life since it captures the beauty of rivers, oceans, cascades, even water droplets hydrating the plants....

As we’re getting closer to the last month of the year, Microsoft is already listing the free games Xbox Live Gold member will be able to download for Xbox One and Xbox 360. For the month of December, the company will make available three games as part of the Gold program. Throughout the month of December, Xbox One with an Xbox Live Gold subscription can download Worms Battlegrounds . This is a game regularly priced $24....

As 2025 comes to an end and we prepare to welcome 2026, it is a good time to refresh your desktop with festive visuals. The Fireworks on New Year’s theme brings colorful celebrations to Windows 11 with a curated collection of high-quality wallpapers featuring fireworks displays from cities around the world. Available through the Microsoft Store, this theme features 16 images captured in locations including London, Tokyo, Singapore, Berlin, Montreal, Amsterdam, New York, and more....

Google is rumored to launch a series of AI search tools in the coming weeks. It’s unclear the functionalities these tools will offer, but the project is known as “Magi.” The company will also introduce GIFI, an AI image generator, and Tivoli Tutor, an AI learning system. In addition, Google is also working on “Searchalong,” which will bring AI to the Chrome browser. Google is reportedly working on a project known as “Magi,” which is expected to include a new set of AI tools specifically for search, according to a new report from The New York Times (via The Verge )....

If you’re an Android user, the Instagram team is now letting you join the beta program of Threads to get early access to new features and improvements of the app, and in this guide, you will learn how. The only caveat is that using an early preview of the app has its stability risks that negatively affect the experience, but if you encounter any problems, you can always opt out of the program....

On Windows Terminal , you have an option to always run Command Prompt and other shells as an administrator automatically whether you use Windows 11 or Windows 10. Although it’s always recommended to run Command Prompt without elevation, this option will reduce the extra steps to launch the command-line shell for users who often have to run commands and scripts that require admin privileges. This guide will teach you the steps to always run Command Prompt elevated when launching Windows Terminal....

Windows 10’s version 1803 (April 2018 Update) is the fifth major refresh that Microsoft is rolling out starting April 30, 2018. However, even though, the new version may be ready for general use, you want to prepare before going through the upgrade process to avoid errors and problems. Although it’s recommended to install new updates to keep your computer secured and to access the new features and improvements, big updates, such as the Windows 10 April 2018 Update, aren’t your typical quality updates that Microsoft makes available every other month....

The Microsoft Launcher offers a slew of settings and customization options to change the look and feel of your Android phone. Also, it integrates with Microsoft services allowing you access to your recent activities, documents, calendar, and you can even resume activities on your PC for an even more productive experience. Although it’s perhaps the best launcher a Windows 10 user can use, there is one problem. Eventually, you’ll need to reset your phone or temporarily uninstall the launcher, and if you don’t do a backup of your configuration, you’ll have to go through all the setup and customization again....

To change the power mode on Windows 11, open Settings > System > Power (or Power & battery ), and choose between “Best Power Efficiency,” “Balanced,” or “Best Performance” to apply a power mode. You can also use the legacy Control Panel to change the power mode on your computer. UPDATED 7/25/2024: On Windows 11 , a power mode (or plan) is a group of specific hardware and system settings (such as screen brightness, sleep, and others) to control the energy usage on a computer....

Windows 10 packs many features, including the ability to quickly connect devices to your computer without the need for cables using Bluetooth technology. Bluetooth is a standard wireless technology use to transfer data over a short distance (typically just several feet), and on your computer running Windows 10 , this technology allows you to use a wide range of wireless devices, such as headphones, speakers, fitness trackers, phones, mice, keyboards, and many other devices....

UPDATED 5/15/2023: You can now connect your iPhone to Windows 11 using the Phone Link app, and in this guide, you will learn how. Microsoft is rolling out an updated version of its Phone Link app for Windows 11 that brings support for iPhone. This guide will teach you the steps to connect your iOS device to Windows 11 through the Phone Link app. Connect iPhone to Windows 11 using Phone Link To connect your iPhone to your Windows 11 device through the Phone Link app, use these steps:...

Windows Terminal makes it easier to create or duplicate new profiles for command-line tools using the Settings UI. Although the Windows Terminal already comes with profiles for all the most common applications (such as Command Prompt and PowerShell), the ability to create new profiles allows you to create additional experiences with custom color schemes, font, and backgrounds for each application you use. The options are available starting with Windows Terminal version 1....