Windows 11’s Netflix loses Downloads, downgraded to Microsoft Edge-based web app
Netflix’s new app is now available. Netflix originally announced this update in May 2024, and they’ve been warning users of the upcoming changes ever since. The new app doesn’t support the Downloads feature, which is a bit of a bummer.
Windows 10 KB5040525 out with fixes (direct download links)
Windows 10 KB5040525 introduces several fixes (direct download links) but doesn't add any new features to the OS.
Windows 11 taskbar now shows jump list on hover, gets new Android integration with...
You can soon hover over the icons pinned to the taskbar and access the jump list, which lets you use features without opening the app. Additionally, you can soon use the Windows 11 taskbar...
Microsoft: Windows 11 mandatory update forces BitLocker recovery by mistake
Microsoft Windows 11 mandatory update forces BitLocker recovery by mistake. There's no bypassing it until your enter the key.
Chrome will show performance alerts for resource-hungry tabs on Windows 11
Chrome will show performance alert notifications for resource-hungry tabs and discard them to free up memory.
Microsoft downgrades $20 Copilot Pro for consumers after turning Windows 11 app into PWA
Microsoft is revamping Copilot for consumers. Copilot Pro for consumers isn't profitable or sustainable, leading to the removal of "GPT Builder." Microsoft announced plans to remove GPT Builder in June, and it is no longer available starting July.
Windows 11 24H2 promises smaller monthly updates with new features
Windows 11 24H2 promises smaller monthly updates with new features. You won't have to redownload all the files with each update.
Windows Subsystem for Android gets an update, but Windows 11 feature will soon bite...
WSA was updated to version 2407.40000.5.0 on our Windows 11 Insider PC. However, there are no release notes available for this update
Hands on: Microsoft is reimagining Windows 11 Start menu with Adaptive Cards
Microsoft is reimagining Windows 11 Start with Adaptive Cards. Phone link already has a companion panel in the Start menu.
How to automatically fix Windows 10 CrowdStrike BSOD, recovery boot loop
After a recent CrowdStrike update for Windows, a "Recovery" loop issue occurs. This causes Windows to prompt users to choose between "Restart my PC" and "See advanced repair options. To resolve this BSOD error on multiple PCs, WinPE can be modified and deployed across all PCs using a PXE boot server.
Microsoft’s feature will pause media playback when video is not loaded in Chrome, Edge
Under Satya Nadella, Microsoft has embraced open-source initiatives and contributed significantly to Chromium, resulting in improved browsing experiences. Microsoft now aims to enhance media playback in Chrome and Edge.
Microsoft will soon auto-update Windows 11 PCs to Windows 11 23H2
Windows 11 22H2 support ends on October 8, and the Windows 11 2024 Update is expected in late September. Microsoft has released Windows 11 23H2 and plans to update PCs automatically.
Windows 10 BSOD, stuck at recovery due to CrowdStrike, but there’s a fix
Several media companies, tech companies, and schools or universities are reporting a Blue Screen of Death on Windows 10. PCs are getting stuck at the "Recovery" screen, which states, "It looks like Windows didn't load correctly. If you'd like to restart and try again, choose Restart my PC below."
Microsoft Edge could use Windows 11’s built-in Energy Saver to increase battery life
Microsoft Edge could use Energy Saver to increase battery life while browsing. The browser plans to integrate it with the Efficiency mode.
Windows 11 is nagging users to try OneDrive to “fully backup” your PC
Windows 11 was recently updated with "Windows Backup," which has now become a system app. While the feature initially appeared as "optional" or something that could be easily dismissed, Microsoft is slowly getting aggressive.
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