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Notebookcheck Oct 19
This launcher aims to solve one of the Steam Deck’s biggest problems: Xodus Nexus brings Microsoft Store and PC Game Pass games to Linux. The launcher has now ...
notebookcheck.net/This-launcher-aims-to-solve-one-of-the-Steam-Deck-s-biggest-problems.1427886.0.html
GTA 6 preorder guide: Price, preorder bonuses, Ultimate Edition exclusives: Your trip to Leonida is only a month away.
mashable.com/entertainment/gta-6-preorders
This Single Free App Replaces the Broken Windows 11 Store: UniGetUI lets you find, install, and manage the Windows apps you actually want to use from one ...
uk.pcmag.com/migrated-3765-windows-10/167524/this-single-free-app-replaces-the-broken-windows-11-store
End after five years - | Mars closes M&M's store in Berlin: After about five years, it's over: Mars is closing its M&M's store on Berlin's ...
lebensmittelpraxis.de/industrie-aktuell/49959-aus-nach-fuenf-jahren-mars-schliesst-m-ms-store-in-berlin.html
Don't Bother With the Microsoft Store. This Free Alternative Is Way Better: UniGetUI gives Windows 11 a powerful, centralized hub to discover, install ...
uk.pcmag.com/migrated-3765-windows-10/167460/dont-bother-with-the-microsoft-store-this-free-alternative-is-way-better
macOS Tahoe vs. Windows 11: Who Wins the Battle for Your Desktop?: How do the latest operating systems from Apple and Microsoft stack up on compatibility ...
pcmag.com/comparisons/macos-tahoe-vs-windows-11-deciding-the-ultimate-desktop-os
Powerful Windows 11 app Wintoys just got significantly better with long list of improvements
neowin.net/news/powerful-windows-11-app-wintoys-just-got-significantly-better-with-long-list-of-improvements/
windowslatest.com Jul 28
Be careful downloading Windows 11 apps from Google, 70+ fake sites are pushing malware right now
windowslatest.com/2026/07/27/be-careful-downloading-windows-11-apps-from-google-70-fake-sites-are-pushing-malware-right-now/
windowslatest.com Jul 21
LG’s changelog confirms its monitor app installs bloatware on Windows 11, exposing Microsoft’s long-standing problem
windowslatest.com/2026/07/21/lg-admits-its-monitor-app-installs-bloatware-via-windows-update-and-microsoft-is-letting-it-happen/
Key FactsFree Tool Blocks Unwanted LG Software Installations
Jul 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
- Windows 11 automatically installs LG companion software via Windows Update that collects user data and raises privacy concerns.
- The latest Win11Debloat release includes a feature to remove and block the LG Monitor App installation.
- Several brands including LG, Sony, and Samsung have faced criticism for apps that monitor users through smart devices.
- These companion apps may also bundle additional unwanted software like McAfee Antivirus without user consent.
LG’s monitors come with an unwanted addition for Windows: McAfee pop-up ads: LG monitors are connecting to Windows Update and the Microsoft Store to install an ...
theverge.com/tech/967983/lg-monitors-mcafee-adware-gamers-nexus
AdGuard VPN app is now available in the Microsoft Store: AdGuard VPN says its Windows app is now easier to install and maintain, thanks to its upgraded support.
neowin.net/news/adguard-vpn-app-is-now-available-in-the-microsoft-store/
As Xbox gets pricier, Microsoft launches Buy Now, Pay Later scheme for consoles: The Buy Now Pay Later system available on the Microsoft Store is offered in ...
digitaltrends.com/gaming/as-xbox-gets-pricier-microsoft-launches-buy-now-pay-later-scheme-for-consoles/
Amazon dishes out free gifts worth £308 in major giveaway – millions of shoppers are eligible to claim before deadline
thesun.co.uk/tech/39047655/amazon-free-gifts-giveaway-shoppers-eligible/
Not for Epic or Microsoft Store: "Conan Exiles" only gets better on Steam: Funcom releases a major upgrade for the survival game "Conan Exiles ...
heise.de/news/Conan-Exiles-Upgrade-auf-Unreal-Engine-5-gibt-es-nur-auf-Steam-11283306.html
Wasteland Remastered devs let fans keep game they accidentally gave away: The Wasteland series, which has influenced major post-apocalyptic franchises like ...
polygon.com/wasteland-remastered-xbox-microsoft-store-glitch-free-rpg/
Windows 11 debloat tools promise speed, but here's what actually happens: Not everything they claim is worthwhile
xda-developers.com/windows-11-debloat-tools-promise-speed-but-heres-what-actually-happens/
Top 10 cool and useful apps for Windows 11 in 2026: Here are the top ten Windows 11 and 10 applications you may find useful during your daily computer usage.
neowin.net/news/top-10-cool-and-useful-apps-for-windows-11-in-2026/
Linux package managers are the main reason I'll never switch back to Windows, ever
xda-developers.com/linux-package-managers-main-reason-never-switch-to-windows/
Microsoft: Samsung broke its own notebooks: Users of Samsung notebooks recently faced a significant problem: They suddenly could no longer access the system ...
winfuture.de/news,157504.html
Wccftech Mar 08
‘It’s Basically a PC That Uses The Windows Full Screen Experience’: Xbox Project Helix Reportedly Will Only ‘Emulate’ A Console Experience
wccftech.com/xbox-project-helix-pc-emulate-console-experience/
Project Silica breakthrough lets Microsoft store digital data in glass for 10,000 years
techspot.com/news/111381-project-silica-breakthrough-microsoft-store-digital-data-glass.html
Hijacked Outlook Add-in: Data Thief Accesses via the Microsoft Store: An Outlook add-in officially available through the Microsoft Store has become a trap for ...
winfuture.de/news,156787.html
Microsoft working on adding Microsoft Store app updates to Windows Update: In new preview builds of Windows 11, Microsoft has started adding Microsoft Store app ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-working-on-adding-microsoft-store-app-updates-to-windows-update/
PowerToys is getting a new monitor utility for Windows 11 and 10: A future PowerToys update may bring a new tool that lets you customize your monitor's ...
neowin.net/news/powertoys-is-getting-a-new-monitor-utility-for-windows-11-and-10/
Handheld Xbox might not be all it seems, but it’s a great portable PC: As the Xbox brand expands to all gaming platforms, the Xbox Ally X puts its best foot ...
theage.com.au/technology/video-games/handheld-xbox-might-not-be-all-it-seems-but-it-s-a-great-portable-pc-20251113-p5nf8w.html
Microsoft Store with new multi-app installation: Microsoft recently added a feature to its app store that will be familiar to many users. From now on, you can...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/microsoft-store-mit-neuer-multi-app-installation/
Microsoft may soon let you update all your apps directly from Windows 11's Settings
xda-developers.com/microsoft-may-soon-let-you-update-apps-directly-from-windows-11s-settings/
Total Chaos, which started life as a Doom II mod, is now out for Xbox and PC: Total Chaos is a neat-looking first-person survival horror game. It's now available ...
engadget.com/gaming/total-chaos-which-started-life-as-a-doom-ii-mod-is-now-out-for-xbox-and-pc-194508389.html
TheXboxHub Nov 20 25
Break the Slot Machine to Pay Your Debt - CloverPit Launches as a Surprise Game Pass Hit! | TheXboxHub
thexboxhub.com/break-the-slot-machine-to-pay-your-debt-cloverpit-launches-as-a-surprise-game-pass-hit/
Silent Hill 2's brilliant remake is now on Xbox worldwide with 50% off, and its upcoming movie adaptation has a new trailer too
eurogamer.net/silent-hill-2s-brilliant-remake-is-now-on-xbox-worldwide-with-50-off-and-its-upcoming-movie-adaptation-has-a-new-trailer-too
Fortnite is getting Xbox Play Anywhere support alongside Game Pass Ultimate benefits
neowin.net/news/fortnite-is-getting-xbox-play-anywhere-support-alongside-game-pass-ultimate-benefits/
Microsoft: New policy removes pre-installed Microsoft Store apps: Microsoft now allows IT administrators to remove pre-installed Microsoft Store apps (also known ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-now-lets-admins-remove-pre-installed-microsoft-store-apps-via-policy/
Silent Hill 2 Remake Xbox Release Leaked And It's Out In November: We finally have confirmation on the Silent Hill 2 Remake coming to Xbox.
dualshockers.com/silent-hill-2-remake-xbox-release-out-november/
I finally started using Linux-style package management on Windows, and I should have sooner
xda-developers.com/using-linux-style-package-management-on-windows/
Microsoft takes on Ninite with easy batch multi-app installations: The Microsoft Store can now simultaneously download multiple apps in a batch file ...
pcworld.com/article/2963393/microsoft-takes-on-ninite-with-easy-batch-multi-app-installations.html
dlvr.it Nov 05 25
Gorge on Microsoft Store apps with 16-at-once installer: hands on: For now it works only with the web version of the Microsoft Store
theregister.com/2025/11/05/microsoft_multiapp_download/
Samsung Internet for Windows PC: First look and key features: Samsung Internet finally launched on PC on October 30, following years of fans asking for it to ...
sammobile.com/news/samsung-internet-windows-pc-first-look-key-features/
Microsoft's free wallpaper app sneakily diverts your clicks to Bing: It's deceiving and it feels a lot like malware. But at least you can disable this behavior ...
pcworld.com/article/2953458/microsofts-free-wallpaper-app-sneakily-diverts-your-clicks-to-bing.html
New laptop for mom and dad? You should change this Windows setting immediately: You know the drill: Mom or dad gets a new device, and it's up to the kids to ...
t3n.de/news/neuer-laptop-windows-fuer-mama-und-papa-1606546/
Windows 10 continues with updates – available for purchase in the MS Store: Windows 10 users can now purchase the Extended Security Updates (ESU) package from ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Win10-Ein-Jahr-Sicherheitsupdates-Microsoft-Store-kostenpflichtig-1484307/
macOS Tahoe vs. Windows 11: Who Wins the Battle for Your Desktop?: How do the latest operating systems from Apple and Microsoft stack up on compatibility ...
uk.pcmag.com/operating-systems/160195/macos-tahoe-vs-windows-11-deciding-the-ultimate-desktop-os
You Can Finally Customize Widgets on Your Windows 11 Lock Screen: Fresh options in Windows 11 25H2 let you get fancy with the screen that appears before you log ...
pcmag.com/explainers/you-can-finally-customize-widgets-on-your-windows-11-lock-screen
Microsoft shares full list of new Windows 11 25H2 settings for office PCs: Microsoft has shared the full list of the new Windows 11 25H2 settings for office PCs ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-shares-full-list-of-new-windows-11-25h2-settings-for-office-pcs/
Copilot can now access Windows Settings to help you customize your PC: Microsoft is rolling out a very useful feature for Copilot on Windows ...
neowin.net/news/copilot-can-now-access-windows-settings-to-help-you-customize-your-pc/
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Xbox Series X - | 1TB Digital Edition (certified refurbished)
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Microsoft shares full list of new features in Windows 11 25H2 (2025 Update): After releasing the feature update earlier today, Microsoft has shared a full list ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-shares-full-list-of-new-features-in-windows-11-25h2-2025-update/
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Xbox Series X - | 1TB Digital Edition (certified refurbished)
Xbox Series X - | 1TB Digital Edition (certified refurbished)
Windows tweaking app Wintoys gets Windows 11 25H2 support and many new features: Wintoys is a fantastic app for tweaking and managing Windows settings ...
neowin.net/news/windows-tweaking-app-wintoys-gets-windows-11-25h2-support-and-many-new-features/
4 reasons you need to start using WinGet on Windows: Discover the benefits of using WinGet, the command-line package manager for Windows 11 ...
xda-developers.com/reasons-to-use-winget-on-windows/
Microsoft Store update makes it easier to launch downloaded apps: In addition to two new Windows 11 builds, Microsoft is rolling out a fresh Microsoft Store ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-store-update-makes-it-easier-to-launch-downloaded-apps/
Official Microsoft Windows 10 to 11 Backup app is getting Intune support for everyone soon
neowin.net/news/official-microsoft-windows-10-to-11-backup-app-is-getting-intune-support-for-everyone-soon/
PSA: OneNote for Windows 10 is being killed off, here is what you need to do: Microsoft has emphasized the need to migrate from OneNote for Windows 10 to OneNote ...
neowin.net/news/psa-onenote-for-windows-10-is-being-killed-off-here-is-what-you-need-to-do/
Windows Terminal gets massive update with a new windowing architecture and a lot more
neowin.net/news/windows-terminal-gets-massive-update-with-a-new-windowing-architecture-and-a-lot-more/
Microsoft no longer allows turning off app updates in the Microsoft Store: A recent Microsoft Store update on Windows 11 and 10 took away an important feature ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-no-longer-allows-turning-off-app-updates-in-the-microsoft-store/
Microsoft Store change removes the ability to stop App updates — pausing automatic updates now limited to a 5-week duration
tomshardware.com/software/windows/microsoft-store-change-removes-the-ability-to-stop-app-updates-pausing-automatic-updates-now-limited-to-a-5-week-duration
Windows power users frustrated as Microsoft forces automatic app updates: Microsoft recently changed how its app store settings handle updates ...
techspot.com/news/109111-microsoft-removed-users-control-app-updates-windows-store.html
How to get around forced app updates in the Microsoft Store: Microsoft is forcing automatic app updates in the Microsoft Store. Here's a workaround you can ...
pcworld.com/article/2883744/how-to-get-around-forced-app-updates-in-the-microsoft-store.html
Ziff Davis Jul 21 25
Microsoft Ends Movie, TV Purchases Via Microsoft Store: Users still have access to the films and episodes they've already purchased, though.
extremetech.com/internet/microsoft-ends-movie-tv-purchases-via-microsoft-store
OpinionWindows Sandbox is awesome and I wish more people knew about it: Windows Sandbox is a very nifty piece of virtualization software available by default in Windows ...
neowin.net/editorials/windows-sandbox-is-awesome-and-i-wish-more-people-knew-about-it/
Key FactsWindows Sandbox: Fast, Secure Testing for Advanced Users
Jul 20, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
- Windows Sandbox provides a virtualized, temporary desktop without needing dedicated VM image files.
- Setup requires Windows 10/11 Pro, Enterprise, or Education and typically takes less than half an hour.
- It isolates the kernel from the host, enhances malware protection, and deletes all data upon closing.
- Hardware limits and lack of multi-instance or Microsoft Store app support restrict its broader use.
Stock Windows 11 apps get a big change to improve user experience and security: Windows 11 gets an important update to its stock apps, which will significantly ...
neowin.net/news/stock-windows-11-apps-get-a-big-change-to-improve-user-experience-and-security/
Microsoft unceremoniously kills off the Xbox Movies & TV store: You can longer rent or buy TV shows or movies, but you won’t lose any of your purchases.
engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/microsoft-unceremoniously-kills-off-the-xbox-movies-tv-store-171554115.html
This PowerToys tool is a must-have for Windows troubleshooting: PowerToys is a great productivity suite that can also be a helpful tool when troubleshooting ...
neowin.net/news/this-powertoys-tool-is-a-must-have-for-windows-troubleshooting/
Here's how I update most of my apps with just one command: There's a simple way to update most of your apps in Windows 11. Here's what to do.
pcworld.com/article/2851092/i-update-most-of-my-windows-apps-with-a-single-command-heres-how.html
Hundreds of organizations breached by SharePoint mass-hacks: One of the hacked organizations reportedly includes the U.S. agency responsible for maintaining the ...
techcrunch.com/2025/07/23/hundreds-of-organizations-breached-by-sharepoint-mass-hacks/
Microsoft removes PowerShell 2.0 from Windows 11 in build 27891: Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 build with some fixes, a new feature for the Microsoft ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-removes-powershell-20-from-windows-11-in-build-27891/
Call of Duty: WWII pulled from PC Game Pass after remote hacking exploit discovered
techspot.com/news/108607-call-duty-wwii-pulled-pc-game-pass-after.html
Microsoft adds Markdown formatting to Notepad: Microsoft adds new text styling options like bold, italics, and links to Notepad.
pcworld.com/article/2838990/the-new-features-in-notes-can-be-switched-off-via-the-settings.html
OpinionIt's been four years, and I still don't have a strong enough reason to upgrade to Windows 11
neowin.net/editorials/its-been-four-years-and-i-still-dont-have-a-strong-enough-reason-to-upgrade-to-windows-11/
Microsoft Store is getting improved recommendations, deeper Windows integration, and more
neowin.net/news/microsoft-store-is-getting-improved-recommendations-deeper-windows-integration-and-more/
Windows will soon no longer be annoying with Bing and Edge: You can now get rid of the browser completely, and you can turn off Bing search in the taskbar ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000272458/windows-nervt-bald-nicht-mehr-mit-bing-und-edge
Microsoft will finally stop bugging Windows users about Edge — but only in Europe
theverge.com/news/678350/microsoft-dma-windows-10-11-bing-edge
The Microsoft Store eliminates publishing fees for Windows apps: Microsoft says that it is waiving its fees for publishing apps on the Microsoft Store for ...
pcworld.com/article/2785825/the-microsoft-store-eliminates-publishing-fees-for-windows-apps.html
Wccftech May 19 25
Microsoft Rumored to Be Testing Steam Integration Within Microsoft Store (Potentially for Next-Gen Xbox,…
wccftech.com/microsoft-rumored-to-be-testing-steam-integration-within-microsoft-store-potentially-for-next-gen-xbox-too/
5 great apps I use that you'll never find on the Microsoft Store: Here are some hidden gem apps that will make your life a lot easier on Windows 11 although ...
xda-developers.com/great-apps-youll-never-find-microsoft-store/
Microsoft kills Windows Maps app: Time to say goodbye to the Windows Maps application. Microsoft is killing it for good later this year.
neowin.net/news/microsoft-kills-windows-maps-app/
5 hidden gems in the Microsoft Store that will transform your Windows experience: Don't miss these hidden gems in the Microsoft Store.
xda-developers.com/microsoft-store-hidden-gems/
These new Doom Xbox accessories will rip and tear your budget: Doom: The Dark Ages is getting a collection of appropriately hellish Xbox accessories ...
polygon.com/pre-order/559592/doom-dark-ages-xbox-controller-series-x-wrap-accessories-where-to-buy
Microsoft Windows 11: More than a new look for Windows
uk.pcmag.com/operating-systems/134264/microsoft-windows-11
Key FactsFrustration over Windows: Users Take Action
Oct 12, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: heise.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: heise.de
- Criticism of Windows has intensified recently, particularly regarding privacy and usability.
- Users are frustrated by account requirements and confusion caused by different settings in Windows 11.
- Bloatware and advertisements within the operating system annoy many, contributing to Windows' declining market share.
- Statistics indicate a slow but steady increase in Linux and macOS usage, while Windows continues to lose popularity.
Classic Outlook is installing with wrong languages. Here's what to do: This problem only occurs when installing classic Outlook via the Microsoft Store ...
pcworld.com/article/2684063/getting-the-wrong-language-when-installing-classic-outlook-do-this.html
