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Microsoft wants to make Windows Copilot open automatically on cursor hover: Microsoft continues to experiment with different ways to make customers use Copilot ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-wants-to-make-windows-copilot-open-automatically-on-cursor-hover/
Copilot pane as annoying as Clippy may pop up in Windows 11: It's in the Beta Channel build for now... but oh my, you're not going to love this
theregister.com/2024/03/05/copilot_update_windows_11_beta_build/
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Microsoft wants to make Windows Copilot open automatically on cursor hover: Microsoft continues to experiment with different ways to make customers use Copilot ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-wants-to-make-windows-copilot-open-automatically-on-cursor-hover/
Copilot pane as annoying as Clippy may pop up in Windows 11: It's in the Beta Channel build for now... but oh my, you're not going to love this
theregister.com/2024/03/05/copilot_update_windows_11_beta_build/
Microsoft blocks some PCs from Windows 11 24H2 — CPU must support SSE4.2 or the OS will not boot
tomshardware.com/software/windows/microsoft-updates-windows-11-24h2-requirements-cpu-must-support-sse42-or-the-os-will-not-boot
New version of Tiny11 Builder lets you debloat any Windows 11 build or version: If you think the stock Windows 11 is cluttered too much and you want a more ...
neowin.net/news/new-version-of-tiny11-builder-lets-you-debloat-any-windows-11-build-or-version/
Earth Day: Ecosia launches world’s first energy-generating browser: Today — on Earth Day — non-profit search engine Ecosia has launched the “greenest browser on ...
thenextweb.com/news/earth-day-ecosia-launches-energy-generating-browser
Microsoft raising Windows 11 24H2 system requirement to block CPUs without SSE4.2 and PopCnt
neowin.net/news/microsoft-raising-windows-11-24h2-system-requirement-to-block-cpus-without-sse42-and-popcnt/
Microsoft really does not want Windows 11 running on ancient PCs: Even tighter requirements, so it's time to put old hardware out to pasture.. ...
theregister.com/2024/04/23/windows_11_cpu_requirements/
Microsoft: Windows Copilot app we quietly installed is harmless and doesn't steal your data
neowin.net/news/microsoft-windows-copilot-app-we-quietly-installed-is-harmless-and-doesnt-steal-your-data/
Windows 11 update brings advertisements to the start menu: Microsoft is embedding ads from apps listed in its store on Windows 11's Start menu with the hope it ...
tomshardware.com/software/operating-systems/windows-11-update-brings-advertisements-to-the-start-menu
Act Fast to Grab a Windows 11 Pro Lifetime License for Only $30: With this deal from StackSocial, you can get Microsoft's upgraded Pro OS for a small fraction of ...
cnet.com/deals/act-fast-to-grab-a-windows-11-pro-lifetime-license-for-only-30/
Microsoft explains how you can run MS-DOS 4.00 that it officially open sourced today
neowin.net/news/microsoft-explains-how-you-can-run-ms-dos-400-that-it-officially-open-sourced-today/
Ubuntu outperforms Windows 11 on the Framework Laptop 16 with Ryzen 7 7840HS: Phoronix tested two versions of Ubuntu Linux against Windows 11 on the latest ...
tomshardware.com/laptops/ubuntu-outperforms-windows-11-on-the-framework-laptop-16-with-ryzen-7-7840hs
Recently discovered Windows 11 system requirements bypass trick works on non-LTSC PCs too
neowin.net/news/recently-discovered-windows-11-system-requirements-bypass-trick-works-on-non-ltsc-pcs-too/
Is the Arm version of Windows ready for its close-up?: Checking back in with Windows 11 on Arm on the eve of the Snapdragon X Elite.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/is-the-arm-version-of-windows-ready-for-its-close-up/
Get a Windows 11 Pro license for a super low price: Today's highlighted Neowin Deal lets you upgrade your Windows OS and enjoy a more enhanced UI ...
neowin.net/deals/get-a-windows-11-pro-license-for-a-super-low-price/
Cloud and AI give Microsoft a very strong Q3 result: Microsoft’s quarterly sales and profit exceeded expectations, thanks to strong demand for the company’s ...
mspoweruser.com/cloud-and-ai-give-microsoft-a-very-strong-q3-result/
Windows PCs are now getting the free upgrade to Windows 11: Since November 2021, Microsoft has denied certain Windows 10 PCs the free upgrade to Windows 11 ...
pcworld.com/article/2304543/more-windows-pcs-are-now-getting-the-free-upgrade-to-windows-11-the-reason.html
More PCs Can Upgrade to Windows 11 After Microsoft Drops 'Compatibility Hold': Certain Windows 10 PCs have been unable to upgrade to Windows 11 since late 2021 ...
pcmag.com/news/more-pcs-can-upgrade-to-windows-11-after-microsoft-drops-compatibility
Ex-Microsoft veteran calls out Windows 11's "comically bad" performance, 'unfinished' state
neowin.net/news/ex-microsoft-veteran-calls-out-windows-11s-comically-bad-performance-unfinished-state/
Quick Glance: Performance issues with the Windows 11 Start Menu
- A former Microsoft engineer has noticed the slow and laggy nature of Windows 11 and criticized the Redmond giant.
- Users and enthusiasts have found ways to fix performance problems with simple tweaks.
- Windows 11 performance may be impacted by ads and promotions in the Recommended section.
- It remains to be seen if the upcoming version 24H2 will bring any improvement.
Satya Nadella says that Microsoft Bing surpasses 140 million daily users milestone
mspoweruser.com/satya-nadella-says-that-microsoft-bing-surpasses-140-million-daily-users-milestone/
Microsoft to warn if your Windows 11 PC doesn't meet system requirements for AI Explorer
neowin.net/news/microsoft-to-warn-if-your-windows-11-pc-doesnt-meet-system-requirements-for-ai-explorer/
Ex-Windows developer calls Windows 11 Start menu performance 'comically bad,' even with a Core i9 and 128GB of RAM
tomshardware.com/software/windows/ex-windows-developer-calls-windows-11-start-menu-performance-comically-bad-even-with-a-core-i9-and-128gb-of-ram
What is an AI PC, exactly? We cut through the hype: An AI PC is the next generation of PCs. We'll explain what an AI PC is, what makes an AI PC unique ...
pcworld.com/article/2302123/what-is-an-ai-pc-we-cut-through-the-hype.html
Microsoft's Windows 11 beta testers may start seeing ads in the Start menu: Microsoft is exploring the idea of putting ads in your Windows 11 Start menu.
engadget.com/microsofts-windows-11-beta-testers-may-start-seeing-ads-in-the-start-menu-032358394.html
Grab a copy of Windows 11 Pro for just $20: Woot has both Windows 11 Home and Windows 11 Pro (get Pro, seriously) for more than $100 off the retail price
pcworld.com/article/2308011/grab-a-copy-of-windows-11-pro-for-just-20.html
Asus ROG Ally Review: The Asus ROG Ally is not an outright Steam Deck killer, but smart hardware, software, and design decisions make for a fun ...
pcmag.com/reviews/asus-rog-ally
Microsoft cannot keep its own security in order, so what hope for its add-ons customers?
theregister.com/2024/04/24/microsoft_security_addons/
Hype game causes annoyed players because they are being asked to pay again: A popular hype game is currently causing anger among players. The reason: they are ...
t3n.de/news/hype-game-veraergert-spieler-1621323/
How to reinstall Windows 11 without losing your data using Windows Update: Are you facing some issues with Windows 11 and want to fix it but fear data loss? ...
neowin.net/guides/how-to-reinstall-windows-11-without-losing-your-data-using-windows-update/
Upcoming Windows 11 'AI Explorer' Feature to be Limited to Arm CPUs: This is really going to piss off AMD and Intel.
extremetech.com/computing/upcoming-windows-11-ai-explorer-feature-to-be-limited-to-arm-cpus
KB5036985: Microsoft wants to make Windows 11 Start menu design even better: Microsoft recently made an effort to redesign the Windows 11 Start menu due to an ...
neowin.net/news/kb5036985-microsoft-wants-to-make-windows-11-start-menu-design-even-better/
Microsoft brings advertising to the Windows 11 Start menu: However, it is very easy to disable the "Tips" and "Recommendations" in the Start menu as well as on ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000217506/microsoft-bringt-werbung-ins-startmenue-von-windows-11
Microsoft reveals some new text editing features that have been put in the Edge web browser
neowin.net/news/microsoft-reveals-some-new-text-editing-features-that-have-been-put-in-the-edge-web-browser/
Why is Windows 11 so got dang annoying?: By using every opportunity to bundle, wheedle, and nag, Microsoft has made its OS feel decidedly low rent.
theverge.com/2024/4/21/24063379/windows-11-ads-bing-edge-cruft
Microsoft's New AI Tool Can Create Realistic Deepfakes Using Just a Photo: VASA-1 might potentially be used for companionship bots in the future.
pcmag.com/news/microsofts-new-ai-tool-can-create-realistic-deepfakes-using-just-a-photo
Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon X Plus for Windows 11 ARM PCs: Qualcomm has a new chip for upcoming Windows on ARM PCs. The Snapdragon X Plus is a ten-core ARM ...
neowin.net/news/qualcomm-unveils-snapdragon-x-plus-for-windows-11-arm-pcs/
Tiny11 Builder trims Windows 11 fat with PowerShell script: The Reg accepts no responsibility for borked installations
theregister.com/2024/04/22/tiny11_builder_update/
Windows 10 22H2 non-security preview update KB5036979 adds Microsoft Account notifications
neowin.net/news/windows-10-22h2-non-security-preview-update-kb5036979-adds-microsoft-account-notifications/
Microsoft launches Edge 2024 dashboard with top developer needs: Microsoft has announced the Edge 2024 web platform top developer needs dashboard to track the ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-launches-edge-2024-dashboard-with-top-developer-needs/
5 outdated security practices you shouldn’t use anymore: Don't blindly follow these old security tips.
pcworld.com/article/2304346/5-outdated-security-practices-you-shouldnt-use-anymore.html
Windows 11: Watermark for PCs without AI support?: Learn more about Microsoft's plans to introduce a watermark in Windows 11 to notify users of non-compliance ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Wasserzeichen-fuer-PCs-ohne-KI-Support-1446227/
Windows 11 retains most of the vast feature set of Windows 10 and enhances the operating system with more attractive, modern interface touches and new ... Show more
Microsoft Windows 11 Review: A radically modernized, more consistent design for Windows 11 belies what is really more of an evolutionary update ...
pcmag.com/reviews/microsoft-windows-11
Windows: "Update and Shutdown" is broken: The "Update and Shutdown" option that is offered to the user after downloading a Windows update on Windows 11 and ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Aktualisieren-und-Herunterfahren-1445576/
Latest ExplorerPatcher update removes old Windows 10 taskbar in Windows 11 24H2: ExplorerPatcher has been updated to a new version with one important change: it ...
neowin.net/news/latest-explorerpatcher-update-removes-old-windows-10-taskbar-in-windows-11-24h2/
Microsoft wants to hide the 'Sign out' button in Windows 11 behind a Microsoft 365 ad
neowin.net/news/microsoft-wants-to-hide-the-sign-out-button-in-windows-11-behind-a-microsoft-365-ad/
Microsoft lifts two-year-old block that prevented some users from upgrading to Windows 11 — fix finally arrives after a long wait for Rocket Lake CPUs
tomshardware.com/software/windows/microsoft-lifts-block-that-prevented-some-users-from-upgrading-to-windows-11-fix-finally-arrives-after-a-two-year-wait-for-rocket-lake-cpus
Windows' AI-powered future could feature 'Qualcomm Inside': Microsoft's plans for Windows 11 and AI seem increasingly centered around ...
pcworld.com/article/2307031/windows-ai-future-may-have-qualcomm-inside.html
Windows 11 won't update with some apps installed : A preview version of this year's big Windows 11 update has a list of apps that block its ...
pcworld.com/article/2290190/windows-11-wont-update-if-you-have-some-apps-like-startallback.html
Windows 10 will start pushing users to use Microsoft accounts. How to turn it off.
mashable.com/article/windows-10-microsoft-account-shut-off-notifications
Windows 11: Microsoft tests advertising in the Start menu: In a blog post for the Insider Program, Microsoft announced upcoming changes for Windows 11 ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Werbung-im-Startmenue-1445411/
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus (7440): A capable contender in the 14-inch slimline crowd
uk.pcmag.com/laptops/152002/dell-inspiron-14-plus-7440
KB5037941: Microsoft quietly releases Windows 11 build 26100.2 for Windows 11 24H2 PCs
neowin.net/news/kb5037941-microsoft-quietly-releases-windows-11-build-261002-for-windows-11-24h2-pcs/
Quick Glance: New Windows 11 Build 26100.2 Released for Windows 11 24H2 PCs
- Reports suggest that the RTM (Release to Manufacturing) is set to occur this month, coinciding with the release of a Windows Insider build for HLK (Hardware Lab Kit).
- Speculation hints that the latest Insider build 26100.1 may be part of the RTM branch.
- Microsoft has quietly released a new build 26100.2 under KB5037941, seemingly targeting OEM PCs.
- This build is built upon the previous 26100.1 version, indicating possible persistence of issues from that release.
Windows 11: Microsoft tests advertising for apps in the Start menu - Golem.de: Microsoft has already experimented a lot with advertising in Windows 11 ...
golem.de/news/windows-11-microsoft-testet-werbung-fuer-apps-im-startmenue-2404-184126.html
Microsoft shares official Windows Registry tweak as the Spectre still haunts Intel in 2024
neowin.net/news/microsoft-shares-official-windows-registry-tweak-as-the-spectre-still-haunts-intel-in-2024/
Qualcomm teases Snapdragon X with no mention of Elite — news of second chip could be coming on April 24
tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/qualcomm-teases-snapdragon-x-with-no-mention-of-elite-news-of-second-chip-could-be-coming-on-april-24
Xbox Cloud Gaming: How to Stream Xbox Games to All Your Devices: You don't need an Xbox to play your favorite console games. Xbox Cloud Gaming can help Game Pass ...
pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-play-xbox-games-on-your-phone-with-microsoft-xcloud
Microsoft expands Copilot’s translation feature to Edge for Android: Microsoft is now bringing Copilot's translation to Edge for Android ...
mspoweruser.com/microsoft-expands-copilots-translation-feature-to-edge-for-android/
Windows 11 is finally getting a Settings page for managing your PCs and consoles: Windows 11 is about to get a new Settings page where you can track and manage ...
neowin.net/news/windows-11-is-finally-getting-a-settings-page-for-managing-your-pcs-and-consoles/
AI PCs are here but a killer application for biz users? Nope: Resist the pressure to jump on the bandwagon just yet warns, warns Forrester
theregister.com/2024/04/18/analysts_2024_ai_pcs/
You’ll soon be able to install extensions in Edge mobile manually using CRX files
mspoweruser.com/youll-soon-be-able-to-install-extensions-in-edge-mobile-manually-using-crx-files/
Windows 11: Microsoft lifts two-year-old upgrade ban: After two years, Microsoft has now decided to allow users who were affected by a driver error to upgrade to ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Microsoft-hebt-zwei-Jahre-alte-Upgrade-Sperre-auf-1445301/
Microsoft adds some Widgets improvements as part of Windows 11 Canary Channel Build 26200
neowin.net/news/microsoft-adds-some-widgets-improvements-as-part-of-windows-11-canary-channel-build-26200/
Alleged 'AI Explorer' system requirements spotted inside Windows 11 version 24H2 code
neowin.net/news/alleged-ai-explorer-system-requirements-spotted-inside-windows-11-version-24h2-code/
New bypass trick makes Windows 11 installation on unsupported systems a breeze: A recently discovered trick for bypassing the Windows 11 system requirement check ...
techspot.com/news/102707-new-bypass-trick-makes-windows-11-installation-unsupported.html
Microsoft and AMD announce Windows 11 AI PCs running Ryzen 8000 PRO and Pluton: AMD has unveiled today its Ryzen PRO desktop and laptop CPU lineups that are ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-and-amd-announce-windows-11-ai-pcs-running-ryzen-8000-pro-and-pluton/
Copilot running locally on your PC? Microsoft's new AI could be the key: Microsoft unveils Phi-3-mini, an LLM designed to run specifically on your phone or ...
pcworld.com/article/2312816/copilot-running-on-your-pc-microsofts-new-ai-could-be-the-key.html
More details about AI Explorer in Windows 11 emerge ahead of public announcement: The rumored "AI Explorer" should steal the show at the Surface and ...
neowin.net/news/more-details-about-ai-explorer-in-windows-11-emerge-ahead-of-public-announcement/
KB5036985: Microsoft Account manager, MSA recovery are part of Windows 11 build 22635.3500
neowin.net/news/kb5036985-microsoft-account-manager-msa-recovery-are-part-of-windows-11-build-226353500/
Open source versus Microsoft: The new rebellion begins: Neither side can afford to lose, but one surely must
theregister.com/2024/04/15/opinion_microsoft_sovereignty/
Multiboot vs. virtual PC vs. live DVD: Which is best for multiple OSes?: Two Windows and maybe one Linux. There is room for more than one OS on the PC ...
pcworld.com/article/2284395/multiboot-vs-virtual-pc-vs-live-dvd-which-is-better.html
Microsoft is sure its new Windows 11 AI PCs will deliver better performance than MacBooks
neowin.net/news/microsoft-is-sure-its-new-windows-11-ai-pcs-will-deliver-better-performance-than-macbooks/
Microsoft stifles third-party interface customization apps in Windows 11 Version 24H2
tomshardware.com/software/operating-systems/microsoft-stifles-third-party-interface-customization-apps-in-windows-11-version-24h2
Android’s next bright idea is adverts on your lock screen – and it sounds like the Windows 11 nightmare revisited
techradar.com/phones/androids-next-bright-idea-is-adverts-on-your-lock-screen-and-it-sounds-like-the-windows-11-nightmare-revisited
Windows 11: The Control Panel is becoming increasingly less important: The move of Windows 11 functions from the Control Panel to Settings continues to progress ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Win-11-Fonts-Systemsteuerung-1445886/
Windows 11 'Moment 5' Update is now rolling out to all users: The Windows 11 "Moment 5" Update is now rolling out to all users ...
neowin.net/news/windows-11-moment-5-update-is-now-rolling-out-to-all-users/
One-click Windows 11 system requirements bypass for TPM, CPU, uncovered for LTSC: There are multiple ways to bypass the system requirements check (those for CPU ...
neowin.net/news/one-click-windows-11-system-requirements-bypass-for-tpm-cpu-uncovered-for-ltsc/
Microsoft patch Tuesday: Windows 11 update fixes record-breaking 147 flaws: Microsoft fixes a record number of flaws with Tuesday patch.
mashable.com/article/microsoft-patch-tuesday-april
Microsoft updates Edge with sync crash fixes and three security patches: Microsoft has released a new update for the Edge browser in the Stable Channel ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-updates-edge-with-sync-crash-fixes-and-three-security-patches/
Surface Pro 10 benchmark & SoC leaked, minor change from previously-launched business version
mspoweruser.com/surface-pro-10-benchmark-soc-leaked-minor-change-from-previously-launched-business-version/
Acer TravelMate P6 review: Business on a budget: The Acer TravelMate P6 offers excellent value for a business laptop, with long battery life ...
pcworld.com/article/2306037/acer-travelmate-p6-review.html
Microsoft is annoying users again. Here's what it could do instead: The temptation to coldly stuff ads into every service is just too much for some people ...
zdnet.com/article/microsoft-is-annoying-users-again-heres-what-it-could-do-instead/
Windows 11: New update with problems - white screens and installation errors: The latest update for Windows 11, version number KB5036893, is causing problems for ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/11-Neues-Update-Probleme-Whitescreens-Installationsfehler-KB5036893-1445246/
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