For years, Linux gamers have relied on third-party tools like Heroic Games Launcher to access their Epic Games libraries. That may soon change. Epic Games has confirmed that it is actively developing a native Linux version of the Epic Games Store launcher, and the company is also working on Steam Deck support. The move could […]

OpenAI’s Codex is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore for developers—not just because of what its AI coding agents can do, but because of how reliably the platform is running. Codex Web has recorded 99.98% uptime over the tracked period, while the Codex API, CLI, and VS Code extension have each reached 100% uptime in the […]

Microsoft is bringing another round of Copilot, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform updates to its weekly community call on August 18, 2026, with a strong focus on AI agents, identity management and secure document workflows. The weekly call is designed to showcase new features, practical use cases and demos across Microsoft 365 and the Power […]

The browser ad-blocking battle is heating up, and Firefox is making sure everyone knows where it stands. Mozilla has taken a pointed swipe at Microsoft Edge after Microsoft began its transition away from the older Manifest V2 (MV2) extension platform. The change is significant for users of powerful content blockers such as uBlock Origin, which […]

Windows 11’s context menus are about to get a lot more useful. Microsoft is working on a major update to the modern right-click context menu, adding more customization options while also making the menus cleaner and easier to navigate. The changes are currently in development, but they could significantly improve one of the most frequently […]

Microsoft appears to be getting ready to roll out one of the most welcome Windows 11 interface updates in years. After months of testing with Windows Insiders, the company is moving its redesigned Windows 11 Taskbar and Start menu closer to a public release. The latest developments suggest that users could start seeing these long-requested […]

ChatGPT is becoming more personalized with a new Computer History feature that can remember activity across the apps and websites you use on your computer. The idea is simple: instead of having to repeatedly explain what you were working on, ChatGPT can use relevant history from your computer to provide more contextual answers in future […]

Microsoft is taking a major step toward turning Copilot into a more unified AI platform. The company has started rolling out a redesigned Copilot experience that brings its standalone chat and image-generation features together with Microsoft 365 tools in a single app. The move is more than a visual refresh. Microsoft is effectively bringing personal […]

Microsoft is bringing a welcome quality-of-life improvement to Microsoft Edge Canary on desktop. A new privacy-focused setting now allows supported websites to automatically verify that you’re human without forcing you to complete a CAPTCHA every time. The feature is now appearing in Edge Canary and is designed to reduce interruptions while browsing by securely sharing […]

Microsoft is reportedly preparing a major upgrade for Xbox players that could finally bridge the gap between physical and digital game libraries. The upcoming Xbox Disc-to-Digital Program is expected to allow Xbox One and Xbox Series X owners to insert a physical game disc once to receive a digital license linked to both the disc […]

The era of basic chatbot bots is officially behind us. Microsoft has announced the General Availability of the GitHub Copilot harness in Copilot Studio. This major upgrade introduces a brand-new authoring experience and advanced agentic runtime engineered specifically for complex, multi-step, and autonomous business processes. By replacing rigid decision trees with long-horizon reasoning and dynamic […]

It looks like Microsoft might be quietly preparing a visual refresh for its AI assistant. In the latest Microsoft Edge Canary build, users spotted a brand-new Copilot icon—only for Microsoft to quickly remove it in a subsequent update, strongly hinting that its appearance was an accidental preview. However, Edge Canary isn’t the only place this […]

OpenAI may be preparing another major AI update before the arrival of GPT-6. Two previously unseen model codenames—Zinc and Magnesium—have reportedly appeared inside DesignArena, suggesting the company is actively testing the next evolution of its GPT-5.6 lineup. Neither model is currently available for public use, but their appearance has sparked speculation that OpenAI is polishing […]

Microsoft is accelerating its efforts to modernize legacy elements of the Windows shell. In a progress report on Windows quality commitments, Pavan Davuluri, Corporate Vice President of Windows and Devices, officially confirmed that the classic AutoPlay dialog and File/Folder Properties dialogs will soon receive modern WinUI 3 updates in upcoming Windows Insider Preview Experimental builds. […]

Microsoft is continuing its push to make Xbox gaming available on more devices. The Xbox Cloud Gaming app is now rolling out to compatible Hisense Smart TVs running VIDAA OS (2024–2026 models), allowing players to stream Xbox games directly on their TV without needing an Xbox console. The expansion gives Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers […]

Anthropic has published details of three unexpected cybersecurity incidents in which its Claude AI models gained unauthorized access to real-world systems while participating in controlled security evaluations. According to the company, the incidents were caused by a misconfiguration that unintentionally allowed the evaluation environment to reach the public internet instead of remaining fully isolated. The […]

Microsoft has announced its Q4 FY2026 earnings, highlighting another strong quarter for its cloud business while revealing declines across Windows OEM, Surface devices, and Xbox. The biggest headline is Azure reaching a historic milestone, generating more than $100 billion in annual revenue for the first time. The results reflect Microsoft’s continued transformation into a cloud […]

Microsoft has officially announced its Gamescom 2026 plans, confirming one of its biggest event lineups yet. Visitors can expect an expansive Xbox booth featuring 25 games, exclusive hands-on experiences with some of the year’s most anticipated titles, special live broadcasts, and celebrations marking 25 years of Xbox. Whether you’re attending Gamescom in person or following […]

Microsoft has released Windows 11 KB5101681 Preview, bringing OS Build 28000.2608 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. While this preview update doesn’t introduce major user-facing features, it focuses on improving stability, reliability, and the overall Windows 11 experience through a collection of fixes and under-the-hood enhancements. As expected from Canary Channel releases, the update […]