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Microsoft will hide Windows 11's annoying MSN feed by default as it moves to reduce ads and noise across the OS
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 panelWindows 11 Widgets panel
1 mai 2026 à 13:17

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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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.

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Windows 11 KB5083631 update released with major explorer.exe reliability upgrades, AI agent support, Xbox mode, and more
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 laptopWindows Update on a Dell XPS laptop
30 avril 2026 à 20:31

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

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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

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"We're doing the work required to win back fans across Windows and Xbox": Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says the company is making foundational changes to fix Windows 11 and Xbox
Satya Nadella has commented on recent announcements around Windows and Xbox that are working to rebuild trust and positive sentiment around its consumer offerings.Microsoft Logo at IgniteMicrosoft Logo at Ignite
29 avril 2026 à 20:34

"We're doing the work required to win back fans across Windows and Xbox": Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says the company is making foundational changes to fix Windows 11 and Xbox

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29 avril 2026 à 20:34

Satya Nadella has commented on recent announcements around Windows and Xbox that are working to rebuild trust and positive sentiment around its consumer offerings.

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Windows K2 status tracker: Keeping tabs on every Windows 11 commitment Microsoft has made in 2026
Microsoft has promised to fix Windows 11's biggest flaws, but actions speak louder than words. So, let's track its progress.Windows 11Windows 11
29 avril 2026 à 10:48

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

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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

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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?
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 25H2File Explorer shown on Windows 11 25H2
22 avril 2026 à 07:45

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

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Windows Central Podcast: What's next for Surface? We break down the leaks
Podcast: Daniel and Zac discuss the leaks around Microsoft's upcoming wave of Surface hardware.Microsoft Surface devices and logoMicrosoft Surface devices and logo
21 avril 2026 à 07:04

Windows Central Podcast: What's next for Surface? We break down the leaks

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21 avril 2026 à 07:04

Podcast: Daniel and Zac discuss the leaks around Microsoft's upcoming wave of Surface hardware.

Microsoft Surface devices and logo

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Microsoft plans major Start menu upgrades for Windows 11 with better customization and performance: Users will soon be able to resize it and toggle off entire areas of Start
Microsoft is rebuilding the Start menu from the ground up, and is adding some much needed customization and performance improvements along the way.Windows 11Windows 11
17 avril 2026 à 08:55

Microsoft plans major Start menu upgrades for Windows 11 with better customization and performance: Users will soon be able to resize it and toggle off entire areas of Start

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17 avril 2026 à 08:55

Microsoft is rebuilding the Start menu from the ground up, and is adding some much needed customization and performance improvements along the way.

Windows 11

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Microsoft thinks you'll want an Xbox Controller and 1 year of Microsoft 365 and Xbox Game Pass over a MacBook Neo
In a desperate bid to win over students, Microsoft has launched a new promo that bundles a year of Microsoft's subscriptions with the purchase of select new Windows 11 PCs.Windows 11Windows 11
16 avril 2026 à 06:51

Microsoft thinks you'll want an Xbox Controller and 1 year of Microsoft 365 and Xbox Game Pass over a MacBook Neo

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

16 avril 2026 à 06:51

In a desperate bid to win over students, Microsoft has launched a new promo that bundles a year of Microsoft's subscriptions with the purchase of select new Windows 11 PCs.

Windows 11

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Microsoft prepares display upgrades and two stage launch for new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with Intel and Snapdragon chips this year
New PCs from Microsoft will consist of new chips, display upgrades, and higher starting prices this spring and summer.First images of Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch tablet PC.First images of Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch tablet PC.
15 avril 2026 à 14:12

Microsoft prepares display upgrades and two stage launch for new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with Intel and Snapdragon chips this year

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

15 avril 2026 à 14:12

New PCs from Microsoft will consist of new chips, display upgrades, and higher starting prices this spring and summer.

First images of Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch tablet PC.

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Microsoft wants Edge to automatically open by default every time you turn on your Windows 11 PC
A new update now in testing sets Edge to automatically appear at startup, and you are forced to opt-out if you don't want it.Microsoft Edge Update pageMicrosoft Edge Update page
2 avril 2026 à 08:31

Microsoft wants Edge to automatically open by default every time you turn on your Windows 11 PC

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2 avril 2026 à 08:31

A new update now in testing sets Edge to automatically appear at startup, and you are forced to opt-out if you don't want it.

Microsoft Edge Update page

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Everything you need to know about Windows 11's new customizable Taskbar — resizable and movable options from Windows 10 coming soon
Movable and resizable Taskbar is confirmed to be making its way to Windows 11 this year. Here's everything you need to know about how it will work!Windows 11 Start LogoWindows 11 Start Logo
26 mars 2026 à 05:28

Everything you need to know about Windows 11's new customizable Taskbar — resizable and movable options from Windows 10 coming soon

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26 mars 2026 à 05:28

Movable and resizable Taskbar is confirmed to be making its way to Windows 11 this year. Here's everything you need to know about how it will work!

Windows 11 Start Logo

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Microsoft, you're not done: There are still 5 big Windows 11 issues that I want to see addressed
Microsoft's big plan to save Windows 11 is almost perfect. There's just a few more issues that need to be addressed.Windows 11's forced internet requirementsWant to set up Windows 11 without an internet connection? Tough.
24 mars 2026 à 13:21

Microsoft, you're not done: There are still 5 big Windows 11 issues that I want to see addressed

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24 mars 2026 à 13:21

Microsoft's big plan to save Windows 11 is almost perfect. There's just a few more issues that need to be addressed.

Windows 11's forced internet requirements

Want to set up Windows 11 without an internet connection? Tough.

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Windows Central Podcast: Breaking down Microsoft's sweeping Windows 11 changes
Podcast: Daniel and Zac break down Microsoft's big announcement about Windows 11 and how the company is moving to address its biggest issues this year.Windows 11 podcast teaserWindows 11 Tease
23 mars 2026 à 19:39

Windows Central Podcast: Breaking down Microsoft's sweeping Windows 11 changes

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23 mars 2026 à 19:39

Podcast: Daniel and Zac break down Microsoft's big announcement about Windows 11 and how the company is moving to address its biggest issues this year.

Windows 11 podcast teaser

Windows 11 Tease

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Microsoft promises to speed up context menus, folder navigation, file transfers, and search on Windows 11
As part of Microsoft's big plan to address quality issues on Windows 11, the company has confirmed that it's working on fixing performance of menus, folders, and search in File Explorer.Windows 11 file ExplorerWindows 11 file Explorer
21 mars 2026 à 10:00

Microsoft promises to speed up context menus, folder navigation, file transfers, and search on Windows 11

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21 mars 2026 à 10:00

As part of Microsoft's big plan to address quality issues on Windows 11, the company has confirmed that it's working on fixing performance of menus, folders, and search in File Explorer.

Windows 11 file Explorer

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Microsoft will soon let you postpone Windows 11 updates forever if you don't want them
A big change coming soon to Windows 11 will allow users to say no to installing updates for as long as they want, a level of freedom that hasn't been seen since Windows 8.Windows UpdateWindows Update
21 mars 2026 à 08:00

Microsoft will soon let you postpone Windows 11 updates forever if you don't want them

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21 mars 2026 à 08:00

A big change coming soon to Windows 11 will allow users to say no to installing updates for as long as they want, a level of freedom that hasn't been seen since Windows 8.

Windows Update

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People inside Microsoft are fighting to drop Windows 11's mandatory Microsoft Account requirements during setup
Microsoft's big sweeping set of improvements coming soon to Windows 11 don't address its controversial Microsoft account requirements, but that might soon change.Windows 11 UI with option to specify user directoryWindows 11 UI with option to specify user directory
21 mars 2026 à 06:39

People inside Microsoft are fighting to drop Windows 11's mandatory Microsoft Account requirements during setup

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21 mars 2026 à 06:39

Microsoft's big sweeping set of improvements coming soon to Windows 11 don't address its controversial Microsoft account requirements, but that might soon change.

Windows 11 UI with option to specify user directory

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Microsoft unveils MAJOR improvements coming to Windows 11 this year — movable Taskbar, reduced RAM usage, less AI and ads, and much more CONFIRMED: "We are evolving how Windows is built behind the scenes to raise the quality bar"
After feeling the heat from macOS and Linux, Microsoft is getting its act together and making significant changes to Windows 11 that will bring it up to par with the competition.Windows 11This is the moment Windows fans have been hoping would come.
20 mars 2026 à 15:00

Microsoft unveils MAJOR improvements coming to Windows 11 this year — movable Taskbar, reduced RAM usage, less AI and ads, and much more CONFIRMED: "We are evolving how Windows is built behind the scenes to raise the quality bar"

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20 mars 2026 à 15:00

After feeling the heat from macOS and Linux, Microsoft is getting its act together and making significant changes to Windows 11 that will bring it up to par with the competition.

Windows 11

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Windows Central Podcast LIVE
Tune in to the LIVE recording of the Windows Central Podcast on March 20 at 3PM ET!Microsoft Edge Windows CentralMicrosoft Edge Windows Central
20 mars 2026 à 10:12

Windows Central Podcast LIVE

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20 mars 2026 à 10:12

Tune in to the LIVE recording of the Windows Central Podcast on March 20 at 3PM ET!

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Windows 11’s next big version is only for new devices — and Microsoft just revealed how long it’ll last
Windows 11 version 26H1 will debut next month exclusively on Snapdragon X2 devices. Here's how long this special offshoot version of Windows 11 will be supported for.Windows 11 version 26H1Windows 11 version 26H1
19 mars 2026 à 09:36

Windows 11’s next big version is only for new devices — and Microsoft just revealed how long it’ll last

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19 mars 2026 à 09:36

Windows 11 version 26H1 will debut next month exclusively on Snapdragon X2 devices. Here's how long this special offshoot version of Windows 11 will be supported for.

Windows 11 version 26H1

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MacBook Neo makes Microsoft's Surface Laptop 13-inch seem like a bad deal
A $599 Mac laptop and $899 Surface laptop just don't compare, and it's not because the Surface is so much better that it warrants its higher price tag.Surface Laptop 13-inchSurface Laptop 13-inch
17 mars 2026 à 13:46

MacBook Neo makes Microsoft's Surface Laptop 13-inch seem like a bad deal

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17 mars 2026 à 13:46

A $599 Mac laptop and $899 Surface laptop just don't compare, and it's not because the Surface is so much better that it warrants its higher price tag.

Surface Laptop 13-inch

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