Microsoft is preparing one of the biggest security shifts in Windows history with the Windows Baseline Security Mode and User Transparency and Consent framework. Windows 11 will move toward running only properly signed apps and drivers by default, while introducing Android-style permission prompts for files, camera, microphone, and software installs.

Microsoft Publisher is retiring this year in October, and the Microsoft is issuing new warnings about the upcoming dismissal.

We installed some popular apps on Windows 11 Arm-based PCs, such as Snapdragon, and the overall experience is quite decent.

Microsoft reached out to Windows Latest to confirm Windows 11 26H1 is real and rolling out. Existing PCs get version 26H2.

Windows 10 KB5075912 is rolling out on PCs with Extended Security Updates (ESU), and it bumps the OS to Build 19045.6937.

Windows 11 February 2026 update adds Cross-Device Resume, MIDI upgrades, security fixes, and major bug fixes for 24H2 and 25H2.

Windows 11 KB5077181 is now rolling out on version 25H2 with a new Cross Device Resume feature, Smart App Control changes, and more.

Store CLI enables you to manage Microsoft Stores via terminal but still needs refinement in multiple areas.

Windows 11's background processes should no longer trigger Modern Standby issues, which means your PC will not use excessive battery.

Microsoft Lens is now retired and is being taken down from the Play Store and App Store. The last day that you can download it is February 9, 2026. If you already have it installed, you can still access your scanned documents, however the scanning capabilities will be gone after March 9, 2026.