Ever since Windows 11 launched, the redesigned Start menu has been a major point of contention for users. While some appreciated its modern look, millions missed the granular layout flexibility of older Windows versions. The “Recommended” section, in particular, frequently drew criticism for taking up too much screen real estate with unwanted file histories. Microsoft […]

Microsoft Copilot Studio is getting a major upgrade that could significantly simplify AI automation and agent creation for businesses. Microsoft has officially introduced a new drag-and-drop workflow designer for Copilot Studio in preview, allowing users to build complex automations and agentic AI workflows visually on a single canvas. The update is aimed at making AI […]

Microsoft is making a major security change to Microsoft Edge after intense backlash from users and security researchers over how the browser handled saved passwords in memory. The controversy started after a security researcher revealed that Edge was decrypting all saved credentials the moment the browser launched and keeping them stored in plaintext within the […]

After nearly five years of complaints from power users, Microsoft is finally bringing back some of the most requested taskbar features to Windows 11 with the upcoming Windows 11 25H2 update. When Windows 11 launched in 2021, Microsoft redesigned the taskbar from scratch. While the cleaner centered interface looked modern, it also removed several advanced […]

Microsoft may finally be giving Windows 11 users one of the most requested customization features ever. A new leak tied to Windows 11 Build 26300.8493 reveals hidden support for both movable taskbar positions and a smaller taskbar mode. The features do not appear to be officially enabled yet, but users have already discovered working ViveTool […]

Microsoft is rolling out a major upgrade to Microsoft Edge and Microsoft Copilot that gives the AI assistant the ability to read information across all your open browser tabs at the same time. The new feature makes Copilot far more useful for research, shopping, travel planning and everyday browsing by allowing it to understand the […]

Microsoft has confirmed a frustrating issue affecting many Windows users: Windows Update has been automatically replacing newer graphics drivers installed manually from NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel with older OEM-approved versions. The issue has reportedly caused freshly installed GPU drivers from 2026 to be downgraded back to much older releases from 2024 or earlier, creating problems […]

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Release Preview Build 28000.2173 for users testing the upcoming Windows 11 version 26H1 update. The new build, released under KB5089570, introduces several improvements focused on gaming, File Explorer, performance, and system reliability. The update is now rolling out to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview channel and gives an […]

A hacker group known as Chaotic Eclipse, also referred to as Nightmare-Eclipse, has published details about two new Windows exploits called YellowKey and GreenPlasma, both targeting modern Windows systems including Windows 11 and newer Windows Server versions. The group claims YellowKey can bypass BitLocker encryption protections under certain conditions, while GreenPlasma enables elevated system access […]

Microsoft has announced a new multi-model agentic security system capable of autonomously discovering exploitable software vulnerabilities at massive scale. The company says the AI-powered platform helped researchers identify and fix 16 Windows vulnerabilities ahead of Patch Tuesday, including multiple critical remote code execution flaws. The new system, internally codenamed MDASH, combines more than 100 specialized […]

Microsoft has officially introduced a new Windows recovery feature called Cloud-Initiated Driver Recovery (CIDR), designed to automatically roll back faulty drivers distributed through Windows Update. The new capability aims to reduce system downtime and eliminate the need for manual troubleshooting when problematic drivers cause crashes, boot failures, or hardware instability on Windows PCs. The feature […]

Microsoft has started rolling out a fresh wave of Xbox console updates for select Xbox Insiders, bringing a redesigned boot-up experience, new tiered Gamerscore badges, and improved game library filters to Xbox Series X|S consoles. The update is part of Microsoft’s continued push to modernize the Xbox dashboard and make achievements more meaningful for long-time […]

Microsoft is now rolling out GPT-chat-latest in Foundry, introducing a new production-focused AI model designed specifically for conversational experiences, retrieval systems, and tool-integrated enterprise workflows. The new model extends the frontier-level intelligence of GPT-5.5 while focusing heavily on reliability, structured tool usage, retrieval augmentation, and scalable enterprise deployment. The rollout signals Microsoft’s continued push to […]

Microsoft has officially released the preview build of SharePoint Framework, giving developers an early look at several major changes coming to the SharePoint customization platform. The update focuses heavily on modernizing the developer experience, improving list extensibility, and preparing SPFx for a more open and modular future. The new preview introduces grouping support for list […]

Microsoft has quietly updated the warning banner inside the Edge side pane to include a much more specific detail about the retirement of the Edge sidebar app list feature. The notification now explicitly references Edge version 149, giving users and testers a clearer timeline for when the feature will begin disappearing. This is the first […]

Microsoft is testing a significant redesign in Edge Canary where the Copilot experience is no longer a floating sidebar or separate toolbar. Instead, Copilot is being deeply embedded directly into the browser’s context menus for text, images, and pages—appearing as a header-level AI layer whenever users right-click. This change marks a clear direction: Copilot is […]

Microsoft is redefining how artificial intelligence fits into everyday work with its latest update to Microsoft 365 Copilot: Copilot Cowork. Moving beyond chat-based assistance, the new system is designed to help users delegate, execute, and complete real work across apps, devices, and enterprise systems. The update signals a major shift in Microsoft’s AI strategy—from simply […]

Microsoft is quietly testing a new compact taskbar design for Windows 11, and early indicators are now visible in Build 26300.8346. While the feature is still unfinished, users have already spotted small UI changes—especially in the widgets button and system tray behavior—hinting at what’s coming next. The most noticeable change so far? The widgets/weather icon […]

Microsoft’s long-promised focus on performance is no longer just talk — it’s finally visible in real-world usage. After installing the latest Windows Insider Experimental build (26300.8346), we tested the changes firsthand, and the results confirm something important: Windows 11 is getting faster, smoother, and more reliable — especially in File Explorer. This aligns with Microsoft’s […]

Microsoft is finally giving one of Windows’ oldest tools a long-overdue upgrade. The iconic Run dialog (Win + R)—a feature that has remained largely unchanged since the days of Windows 95—is now being redesigned for modern Windows 11 users. The result? A faster, cleaner, and more capable Run experience that blends legacy simplicity with modern […]