Windows 10X is a new expression of Windows 10 designed primarily for foldable and dual-screen devices (Such as Surface Neo ). The operating system is new, but it’s not a complete rewrite. Instead, it’s a new version that uses the Microsoft OneCore, a system that makes the operating system modular allowing a lighter and more consistent experience. Although Windows 10X isn’t finalized, since the company made available the emulator and documentation for developers , we now have a better understanding of the new system....

Windows 11 22H2 adds a new “Hide icons menu” in the Taskbar settings. The option will disable the overflow menu from the system tray. Windows 11 22H2 will let you hide the system tray overflow menu in the Taskbar. Microsoft has been making available preview builds of the next major refresh of Windows 11 (version 22H2) , and even though the company highlights most of the new features, sometimes previews may also include some hidden experimental features....

Windows 11 22H2 causes games to run slower than usual on AMD Ryzen 7000 systems. Reports suggest a compatibility problem with the new Core Compute Die (CCD) inside the AMD processors. AMD is investigating the problem, but it fails to notice any significant variation in performance. Windows 11 22H2 (2022 Update) is reportedly showing performance problems on computers with Ryzen 7000 series processors from AMD. According to various reports (via Windows Latest ), gamers may notice slower performance playing games after upgrading to version 22H2 on devices with Ryzen 7000 series processors....

Microsoft is reportedly developing a new feature update (potentially labeled “26H1”) specifically for Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon X2 Elite processors. Microsoft is reportedly preparing a new feature update for its “Copilot+ PC” ecosystem that supports the upcoming Snapdragon X2 Elite platform, and it could roll out as early as next year under the version label “26H1.” According to postings by the leak-account “Phantomofearth,” this update will be exclusive to ARM-based PCs powered by Snapdragon X2 Elite , the next-generation chip from Qualcomm following the original Snapdragon X Elite lineup....

Windows 11 will get a new TPM troubleshooter option. The option is available through the Windows Security app. It’s unclear when the feature will roll out to everyone. Microsoft is adding a new advanced option on the Windows Security app to troubleshoot and fix problems with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) on Windows 11. Starting on build 25905 in the Canary Channel, the Windows Security app includes an updated “Security processor troubleshooting” page with a new option to troubleshoot different problems with the security module....

Microsoft releases Windows 11 build 22499 in the Dev Channel. This update adds a new feature to share content on meeting calls from the Taskbar. It also fixes a bunch of problems and introduces new known issues. According to the official notes, Windows 11 build 22499 adds the ability to share the content of an app window directly from the Taskbar to a Microsoft Teams meetings call. Taskbar share app window (Source: Microsoft)...

Windows 11 22H2 receives build 22621.1020 and 22623.1020 (KB5020035) in the Beta Channel. The update adds new support for Braille displays, OneDrive usage warning, and Spotlight in Themes option. This release also includes various fixes and improvements for Windows 11. Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 build 22623.1020 (KB5020035) with new features enabled by default and the preview build 22621.1020 (KB5020035) with features turned off by default for computers in the Beta Channel ....

Windows 11 22H2 receives builds 22621.1616 and 22624.1616 (KB5025308) in the Beta Channel. This update rolls out with various fixes and improvements for Live Captions, input, and accessibility. Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 build 22624.1616 (KB5025308) with new features enabled by default and the preview build 22621.1616 (KB5025308) with features turned off by default for computers enrolled in the Beta Channel . Build 22624.1616 and 22621.1616 for Windows 11, and according to the official changes , it only brings some fixes and improvements for Live Captions, input, and accessibility....

Windows 11 22H2 receives builds 22621.1680 and 22624.1680 (KB5025303) in the Beta Channel. This update rolls out with new visuals for the Widgets experience. It also comes with various fixes and improvements. Microsoft releases Windows 11 build 22624.1680 (KB5025303) with new features enabled by default and the preview build 22621.1680 (KB5025303) with features turned off by default for computers enrolled in the Beta Channel . Build 22624.1680 and 22621.1680 for Windows 11, and according to the official changes , it introduces an updated version of the Widgets board featuring three columns wide and new animated icons for the Widgets button in the Taskbar....

Windows 11 22H2 receives builds 22621.2265 and 22631.2265 (KB5029347) in the Beta Channel. This update introduces changes expected to arrive with version 23H2. Some of them include font updates for emojis and changes for the Settings app. The update also brings several fixes and improvements. Windows 11 build 22631.2265 (KB5029347) is rolling out with new features enabled by default, expected to arrive with version 23H2 , and the preview build 22621....

Windows 11 build 23521 is now rolling out in the Dev Channel. The update rolls out with visual changes for the Taskbar, Task View, and Task Manager. This release also addresses various fixes and improvements. Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 build 23521 for computers in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program . In this release, the company is making available a slew of fixes and improvements for existing features....

Build 26080 introduces a new Copilot UI that acts as a regular app you can move around the desktop. This update rolls out a unified version of Microsoft Teams, making users less confusing. In this preview, Microsoft is also improving File Explorer, Taskbar, and more. On March 13, 2024, as part of the Windows 11 24H2 development, Microsoft is releasing the preview build 26080 in the Canary and Dev Channels....

Microsoft updates the Windows Hello experience with new visuals that match the Windows 11 design language. Windows 11 build 27754 also brings shorter date and time and bell changes to the Taskbar. The new changes and fixes are available through the Canary Channel. Microsoft is now rolling out the preview build 27754 for Windows 11 in the Canary Channel with several improvements and fixes that are not tied to any specific version of the operating system....

Windows 11 previews are soon to roll out with many new features. Some new features include a Snap bar, acrylic visuals for title bars, and new touch gestures. Taskbar drag and drop files and app folders for the Start menu are coming back. Microsoft plans to release a slew of experimental new features for Windows 11 in the Dev Channel. According to a new report from Windows Central , sources familiar with the development say that new builds will roll out to testers with new features and bring back functionality absent from the original release in the coming weeks....

Microsoft rolls out build 26090 for Windows 11 with a few new changes. This update update introduces visual changes for the Widgets dashboard. It also rolls out changes for Copilot and the SMB protocol. On March 28, 2024, Microsoft began the rollout of the Windows 11 build 26090 for devices enrolled in the Canary and Dev Channels of the Windows Insider Program . This is a minor update that introduces various changes for existing features and temporarily removes the watermark from the bottom right corner....

Windows 11 for Copilot+ PCs is expected to roll out several new AI features in 2025 and beyond. These enhancements aim to transform the user experience through deeper integration of AI across the system and apps. Some of these features include Windows Recall, Click to Do, Semantic Indexing, and Copilot Vision. Microsoft is also integrating AI more broadly across the system, including the Settings app , File Explorer , Voice Access , and Narrator ....

As expected a new pre-public version of Windows Blue (build 9364) has leaked online and it’s available for download in many sites around the web. This new version of Windows reveals a handful of features that are coming in the next big Microsoft Windows 8 update. The early build of Blue images and videos circulating around the web suggest that the folks at Redmond are incorporating smaller live tiles (and even larger) to the Start screen, in addition to two tile sizes already present in the OS, more control on the personalization options such as, choosing virtually any background and accent color, and a few other enhancements....

Microsoft recently confirmed that Xbox One indeed will support CD playback and will be DLNA compatible. Why is this a good news? Well, that’s because Sony has revealed details on PlayStation 4 features and playing CDs and DLNA compatibility aren’t part of the console’s features. I could understand PS4 leaving behind the CD playback support, but it really surprises me that DLNA streaming won’t be a supported feature, when Sony back in 2003 was the company that established the standard to stream content between devices....

If you’re a MacBook user, you use Boot Camp to run Windows alongside Mac OS X, and you’re planning to get a new MacBook, you should be aware that Apple is quickly dropping support of Windows 7 on its new MacBook – you know, the one that only features one USB type C port –, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air. Moving forward, if you purchase a new Mac and you want to dual-boot Mac OS X with Windows, you’ll need to choose Windows 8 or later....

Microsoft reveals plans to monetize its new Bing Chat AI. As part of the plan, the company plans to insert more advertisement units into the chatbot. It hasn’t been decided how the advertisements will appear in the new Bing experience. The idea is to keep monetizing Bing as the company does today with the search engine through advertisers to maintain the service accessible for free. Microsoft also explains that this new type of search has a lot of questions since the chatbot can provide answers using the content from the web without the user having to access any website....