Microsoft to finalize Windows 11 24H2 RTM candidate in the coming days
It looks like Windows 11 24H2 could reach the RTM (Release to Manufacturing) phase in a couple of weeks. This means that Microsoft will start providing the update to PC manufacturers, enabling OEMs such as Samsung, Lenovo, or HP to test the Windows 11 24H2 base build on their current and upcoming PCs.
Microsoft will let you manage Linux distros on Windows 11 through GUI
Microsoft explored the idea of using the Dev Home to manage all the installed Linux distributions. It contains a mockup of integrating the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) in the Dev Home app.
Microsoft expands Gaming AI team to advance AI innovations on Xbox after Windows
Microsoft wants AI everywhere and has already added AI features to its products, including Windows and Office. In August 2023, Windows Latest spotted job listings for "Gaming AI" on Microsoft's career portal, confirming the...
Windows 11 gets March 2024 drivers from Intel, AMD and Nvidia
March 2024 driver updates are now available for Windows 11 or 10 from Intel, AMD, and Nvidia. These updates are designed to fix bugs and help some games run better on your devices. Important...
Microsoft: Industry considers Windows on ARM as the future of computing
Microsoft is banking on Windows on ARM to be the next big thing and previously launched the Arm Advisory Service for developers in 2023. Now, it's expanding support to developers worldwide to assist them in building apps and devices for ARM.
Windows 11 lock screen gets MSN Weather, Sports, Money integration
Microsoft has announced that it will introduce MSN-powered widgets for Weather, Sports, and Money to the lock screen of Windows 11, similar to the ones that were first added in Windows 10. These widgets will be located at the bottom of the lock screen, while the clock and time will be positioned at the top.
Notepad gets spellcheck and autocorrect in Windows 11
Windows 11 Insiders in the Canary and Dev channel will receive an update via the Microsoft Store for Notepad version 11.2402.18.0. After installing the update, the spellcheck feature will become available.
Microsoft Edge is getting new AI features and magnifying images on Windows
Microsoft Edge gets "Magnify image" feature to improve zoom experience and is testing MIcrosoft Designer and Notebook AI options in Canary. However, you need to change the startup type of Edge to enable the two new features.
Microsoft says it’s hopeful Copilot will be a moneymaker in the long run
Microsoft is heavily promoting Copilot, whether it's for use on Windows or within Microsoft 365. While it has many potential applications, considering its overall feature set, you may need to carefully consider whether it's worth spending $30 per user per month.
Microsoft is adding MSN features to Windows 10 lock screen
Microsoft had shifted its focus to Windows 11, and Windows 10 was expected to be put on the back burner. However, in recent months, Windows 10 received several new features. Today, Microsoft is introducing MSN cards to the lock screen.
Microsoft Edge to completely ditch built-in PDF engine for Adobe in 2025
A new announcement by Microsoft reveals that the removal date of the old PDF engine is extended to early 2025. Moreover, the commercial rollout for adding the Adobe Acrobat PDF engine to Microsoft Edge has been shifted to mid-summer 2024.
Microsoft force-upgrades Mail app to Windows 11’s new Outlook web app
Microsoft has started rolling out a new update in early March, which compels users to switch to the new Outlook app as soon as possible. The update automatically upgrades the Windows 10-era "Mail and Calendar" apps to the new Outlook.
Windows 11 24H2 moves more Control Panel features to Settings
Microsoft's migration of Control Panel features to the Settings app is far from completion. In the new Windows 11 24H2 Insider build, more advanced options appear in the Power & battery section. You can now change 'Lid, power, and sleep button controls'.
Microsoft is integrating Copilot into Windows 11 File Explorer context menu
After adding Copilot to Notepad and AI features to apps like Paint and Photos, Microsoft is now bringing it to File Explorer. In Windows 11 Build 26080 or newer, a new entry in the...
Asus Rog Ally hit with performance issues after the March Windows update
Windows 11's KB5035853 update, released in March 2024, is troubling many Asus ROG Ally users. They are experiencing massive performance drops after installing the recent update.