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Reçu — 3 mai 2026 ⏭

“Xbox mode is easily the headline feature”: In May’s Windows 11 update, I walk through the 11 upgrades that change how we use the OS, and why some of them surprised me

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)
2 mai 2026 à 10:12
The May 2026 Windows 11 update adds Xbox mode, AI Taskbar support, and security changes you shouldn't ignore. Here's all you need to know.

A modern desktop screen displays a gaming interface with dashboards, icons, and game selections, set on a sleek desk with a plant, lamp, and keyboard.

Windows 11’s May update adds 11 meaningful improvements across settings, security, and usability.

Microsoft will hide Windows 11's annoying MSN feed by default as it moves to reduce ads and noise across the OS

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)
1 mai 2026 à 13:17
A new Windows 11 preview build has confirmed that the OS will soon hide the MSN feed by default, replacing it with a new default behavior that opens straight to your widgets instead.

Windows 11 Widgets panel

Windows 11 Widgets panel

Windows 11 KB5083631 update released with major explorer.exe reliability upgrades, AI agent support, Xbox mode, and more

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)
30 avril 2026 à 20:31
Windows 11's optional non-security preview update for April 2026 has finally been released, and includes a number of quality of life improvements and changes that are now rolling out.

Windows Update on a Dell XPS laptop

Windows Update on a Dell XPS laptop

Microsoft should steal concepts from this Windows redesign project: Envisioning an ad‑free Windows 11 without AI clutter

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Par : [email protected] (Kevin Okemwa)
30 avril 2026 à 07:23
A "Refining Windows" concept redesign project removes Copilot clutter and ads and overhauls the Start menu and Taskbar in Windows 11.

Refining Windows concept panels designed by Raditya Aryaputra

"Refining Windows" removes Copilot clutter and ads and overhauls the Start menu and Taskbar.

We’ve tested the April 2026 Windows 11 update, and its 11 improvements genuinely make the OS feel better

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)
29 avril 2026 à 17:16
Windows 11 Insider builds for the last half of April 2026 introduce major updates, including Windows Update overhaul, Xbox mode, and Point-in-time Restore.

Futuristic Windows 11 interface with floating translucent panels displaying icons like a check mark, eye, gears, and graphs, conveying a tech-savvy theme.

Windows 11’s April 2026 update delivers 11 improvements focused on performance, polish, and everyday usability.

Windows K2 status tracker: Keeping tabs on every Windows 11 commitment Microsoft has made in 2026

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)
29 avril 2026 à 10:48
Microsoft has promised to fix Windows 11's biggest flaws, but actions speak louder than words. So, let's track its progress.

Windows 11

Windows 11

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  • Windows 11 Finally Fixing Long-Standing Annoyances Like Ads and Bloat
    Microsoft is finally addressing one of the biggest complaints surrounding Windows 11: unnecessary ads, preloaded recommendations, and interface clutter. After years of criticism from users who felt the operating system was becoming overloaded with distractions, Microsoft appears to be making meaningful changes to deliver a cleaner, faster, and more user-friendly Windows experience. The latest Windows […]
     
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Windows 11 Finally Fixing Long-Standing Annoyances Like Ads and Bloat

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Par : Nisha
3 mai 2026 à 03:56
Microsoft is finally addressing one of the biggest complaints surrounding Windows 11: unnecessary ads, preloaded recommendations, and interface clutter. After years of criticism from users who felt the operating system was becoming overloaded with distractions, Microsoft appears to be making meaningful changes to deliver a cleaner, faster, and more user-friendly Windows experience. The latest Windows […]

Windows Widgets Panel Now Hides MSN Feed by Default as Microsoft Pushes Cleaner Windows Experience

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Par : Nisha
3 mai 2026 à 03:37
Microsoft is quietly making one of the most requested quality-of-life changes in Windows. The Widgets panel is now hiding the MSN news feed by default for some users, reducing clutter and limiting unwanted distractions on the desktop. The change is part of Microsoft’s broader “Windows K2” cleanup initiative, which focuses on simplifying the Windows experience […]

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  • Microsoft Is Finally Fixing Windows 11 Taskbar and Start Menu Frustrations
    Microsoft is continuing its Windows 11 quality push with a stronger focus on the parts of the operating system users interact with most — the Taskbar and Start menu. Through recent Insider updates and Microsoft’s latest quality progress report, the company outlined multiple improvements designed to make Windows 11 feel faster, more customizable, and less […]
     
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Microsoft Is Finally Fixing Windows 11 Taskbar and Start Menu Frustrations

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Par : Nayan
2 mai 2026 à 13:05
Microsoft is continuing its Windows 11 quality push with a stronger focus on the parts of the operating system users interact with most — the Taskbar and Start menu. Through recent Insider updates and Microsoft’s latest quality progress report, the company outlined multiple improvements designed to make Windows 11 feel faster, more customizable, and less […]

Windows 11 Performance Boost: Microsoft Delivers Major File Explorer, System Performance, and Update Improvements

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Par : Nisha
2 mai 2026 à 12:30
Microsoft continues to push Windows 11 toward a more polished and stable experience, with a renewed focus on system quality, performance tuning, and everyday usability. Since March, the company has been working through feedback from Windows Insiders and regular users to improve update reliability, reduce bugs, and make Windows feel faster and more dependable. While […]

Reçu — 23 avril 2026 ⏭

“Checkout, right in the app?” — Copilot’s shopping upgrade adds mobile checkout and merchant data from 500,000 sellers

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Par : [email protected] (Sean Endicott)
22 avril 2026 à 09:52
Copilot Checkout now works in the Copilot mobile app, and Microsoft has deepened catalog data from over half a million merchants to improve AI‑powered shopping.

In this photo illustration, Microsoft Copilot AI logo is seen on a smartphone screen.

Copilot has a built-in shopping tool that lets you make purchases directly within the app.

Microsoft has been trying to fix Windows 11's annoying white flash bug in File Explorer for over 2 years: Has it finally done it?

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)
22 avril 2026 à 07:45
The latest Windows 11 preview build mentions a fix for File Explorer that should stop it from flash banging you in dark mode. I feel like we've seen this before...

File Explorer shown on Windows 11 25H2

File Explorer shown on Windows 11 25H2

"Did Ookla just leak Windows vNext UI?": Or is this just a macOS mockup on Windows 11

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Par : [email protected] (Sean Endicott)
22 avril 2026 à 07:29
Microsoft is rolling out a built‑in Speedtest tool for Windows 11 through a new partnership with Ookla. But a press image shared by Ookla appears to show a macOS-style window inside a Windows 11 taskbar.

Windows 11 Taskbar closeup

Windows 11 Taskbar closeup

Microsoft says Windows 11’s built-in 'Defender' antivirus is "usually sufficient" for most PC users: "I haven't used a 3rd party antivirus since XP"

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Par : [email protected] (Kevin Okemwa)
22 avril 2026 à 05:12
Microsoft recently indicated that its Microsoft Defender antivirus is enough for Windows 11 users, dismissing the need to install additional software for that extra layer of protection.

Microsoft Defender

Microsoft Defender

Parents Decide Act pushes Windows 11 and others towards forced age verification, collecting "any information as is necessary"

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Par : [email protected] (Kevin Okemwa)
21 avril 2026 à 05:47
A proposed US law could force operating systems to verify your age and share it with apps, sparking a heated debate over privacy and safety.

Girl working on laptop on table with American flag

A proposed US law could force operating systems to verify your age and share it with apps, sparking a heated debate over privacy and safety.

Windows 11 Notification Center Could Soon Get a Cleaner Look With New Focus Session Toggle

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Par : Nisha
23 avril 2026 à 06:45
Windows 11 is preparing another subtle but useful update to the Notification Center experience. Alongside the upcoming agenda view, Microsoft is now testing a new option that lets users decide whether the Focus Session UI should appear at the bottom of the Notification Center. In the latest Windows 11 preview build 26300.8276, the feature appears […]

Microsoft Finally Fixes Windows 11 File Explorer Dark Mode “White Flash” Bug After Years of Complaints

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Par : Nisha
23 avril 2026 à 03:01
Microsoft has finally rolled out a long-awaited fix for one of Windows 11’s most frustrating visual bugs. In the latest Release Preview build, the company has addressed the long-standing File Explorer “white flash” issue that affected dark mode users. The bug, which has existed for more than two years, caused bright white flashes to appear […]

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  • Did Ookla Just Leak the Windows vNext UI? Here’s What We Know
    A surprising new development has sparked speculation across the Windows community — did Ookla accidentally reveal elements of the upcoming Windows vNext UI? While nothing is officially confirmed, recent integrations and visuals are raising eyebrows. Where the “Leak” Started The conversation began after Microsoft partnered with Ookla to bring Speedtest by Ookla directly into Windows […]
     
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Did Ookla Just Leak the Windows vNext UI? Here’s What We Know

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Par : Nisha
22 avril 2026 à 05:59
A surprising new development has sparked speculation across the Windows community — did Ookla accidentally reveal elements of the upcoming Windows vNext UI? While nothing is officially confirmed, recent integrations and visuals are raising eyebrows. Where the “Leak” Started The conversation began after Microsoft partnered with Ookla to bring Speedtest by Ookla directly into Windows […]

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  • Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Defender Is Enough for Most Users
    Microsoft has officially confirmed what many Windows 11 users have long suspected — you may not need third-party antivirus software anymore. According to the company, Microsoft Defender Antivirus is now powerful enough to handle everyday security needs on its own. Microsoft’s Official Statement Microsoft clearly states: “For many Windows 11 users, Microsoft Defender Antivirus covers […]
     
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Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Defender Is Enough for Most Users

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Par : Nisha
22 avril 2026 à 02:18
Microsoft has officially confirmed what many Windows 11 users have long suspected — you may not need third-party antivirus software anymore. According to the company, Microsoft Defender Antivirus is now powerful enough to handle everyday security needs on its own. Microsoft’s Official Statement Microsoft clearly states: “For many Windows 11 users, Microsoft Defender Antivirus covers […]

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