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The Vergetechnology16 hrs ago
Microsoft Tests Windows 11 Search Menu Without Ads or Recommendations
Microsoft is piloting a decluttered Windows 11 search menu for Insiders that removes recommended content and ads. The update shows only recent searches and prioritizes local results over web promotions. Testers can disable web and Store suggestions entirely through Settings.
globalnews.catechnology7 days ago
Microsoft Releases Optional June 2026 Update Fixing Windows 11 Storage Issue
Microsoft issued optional update KB5095093 to reduce disk space used by the CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file on Windows 11 PCs. Users had reported the file reaching sizes up to 500 GB. The patch is available through Windows Update settings.
The Vergetechnology19 days ago
Riot adds on-demand option for Vanguard anti-cheat in League of Legends and Valorant
Starting today, eligible players can switch the Vanguard anti-cheat from always-on to on-demand mode. The change requires specific hardware and Windows 11 25H2 settings.
thurrott.comai42 days ago
Microsoft Releases New AI Models, Local Copilot App and Windows 11 Updates
Microsoft will present new AI models, a Copilot super app, and Windows developer tools during its Build conference in San Francisco this week.
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The Vergetechnology59 days ago
Microsoft Tests Repositionable Taskbar and Resizable Start Menu in Windows 11
Microsoft is rolling out a test update to Windows 11 Insiders in the Experimental channel that allows users to place the taskbar on any side of the screen and select smaller taskbar and Start menu sizes. The changes also include toggles to show or hide sections of the Start menu…
The Vergetechnology61 days ago
Microsoft to Test Cloud-Initiated Driver Recovery Feature for Windows
Microsoft is introducing Cloud-Initiated Driver Recovery to replace problematic drivers without user intervention. The feature, now in testing with hardware partners, is scheduled to roll out gradually in September. The company is also adding multiple options to make Windows Upda…
forbes.comtechnology64 days ago
Windows 11 Testing Feature to Improve App Launch Speeds
The company is testing a feature called Low Latency Profile that temporarily increases CPU frequency to make the Start menu, apps and menus more responsive. Windows 11 testers have reported faster launch times for File Explorer, Outlook, the Microsoft Store and Paint. The approac…
bgr.comtechnology70 days ago
Microsoft Updates Windows 11 Widgets to Default Without MSN Feed
Microsoft announced changes to make the Windows 11 widgets feature less distracting, including hiding the MSN feed by default. The updates also involve disabling automatic panel openings and taskbar badges. These adjustments are part of broader improvements to Windows 11 rolling…
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Microsoft Launches Student Discounts and Bundles; Apple Releases MacBook Neo
Microsoft has introduced the Microsoft College Offer, providing 12 months of free Microsoft 365 Premium and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with select discounted Windows 11 PCs for students in the U.S. The promotion involves participation from PC makers including Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, a…
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ghacks.nettechnology95 days ago
Microsoft Removes Copilot Buttons from Windows 11 Apps in Insider Builds
Microsoft has begun removing Copilot buttons from certain Windows 11 applications in its Insider program. The changes appear in the latest versions of Notepad and Snipping Tool. This adjustment replaces the buttons with alternative features like a writing tools menu.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewtechnology97 days ago
Microsoft Continues Migration of Control Panel Features to Settings App in Windows 11
Microsoft initiated efforts to phase out the Control Panel with the release of Windows 8 in 2012. The company has been transferring Control Panel functions to the Settings app over the past decade. As of Windows 11, the process remains ongoing, with indications that full removal…