Microsoft recently said that a crucial WinRE update for a BitLocker bypass flaw would fail to install with "0x80070643 - ERROR_INSTALL_FAILURE" error. It has confirmed a fix is coming soon.
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Microsoft is not done with adding new features to Windows 10. The company wants to bring the recently introduced lock screen weather widget with richer visuals from Windows 11 to Windows 10.
Microsoft a few days ago at CES 2024, debuted its new Copilot button for keyboards as it tries to replicate the success of the Windows key. This new key however may not be mandatory, yet.
Microsoft has dropped the Windows 10 version 22H2 build 19045.3992 for KB5034203 for members of the Windows Insider Program in the Release Preview channel. It has two small new features and bug fixes
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In December 2023 Microsoft was able to quietly resolve the HP Smart app auto-install bug that was affecting almost all versions of Windows. The issue is resolved by using a special tool.
Microsoft has released a new version of its recently launched Dev Home. The main highlight of version 0.9 is support for Windows 10. With the latest release, the app is no longer Windows 11-exclusive.
Microsoft has addressed a security vulnerability that can lead to BitLocker Secure Boot bypass on both Windows 10 and 11. Alongside that, the company has also detailed how to resize the WinRE space.
Intel is rolling out a new set of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi drivers for Windows 10 and 11. They resolve blue screens of death, the "No Wi-Fi network found" message, and other bugs and issues.
Microsoft has released new Patch Tuesday updates today for January 2024 on Windows 10 versions 21H2, and 22H2 under KB5034122. There are also updates for older Windows 10 versions too.
The Files app version 3.1 is now rolling out to all users via the Microsoft Store. It brings new archive features, improved drag and drop, a tray icon, better sorting, and other changes.
Microsoft has updated its documentation with more details about the recent Windows Mixed Reality Deprecation. The company will end support in 2026 for consumers and in 2027 for commercial users.
The upcoming PowerToys 0.77 update should introduce a new tool to help you use PowerShell. It will suggest a package to install upon detecting a missing component when trying to execute a command.
PowerToys will soon get a redesigned Keyboard Manager that lets you customize and re-assign global or per-app keyboard shortcuts. Here is an early look at the upcoming facelift and new features.
Valve has released the December 2023 Hardware & Software Survey results, showing a slight decrease in Windows 11's market share. In total, less than 42% of all Steam users run Windows 11.
Even though Microsoft Bob was killed off almost as soon as it was unveiled back in 1995-96, a dev has taken inspiration and has now built a new unofficial app for Windows 11 with the same intention.
According to the latest report from Statcounter, Windows 11's market share remains relatively unchanged despite the recent launch of version 23H2. Right now, the OS holds about 26.54%
Windows 10 support will be ending in less than two years and there is widespread concern about the amount of e-waste as many PCs won't be upgradable. An unofficial app seeks to help in this regard.
In 2023, Microsoft dropped support for 18 different Windows 10 and 11 features. Here is a recap of everything Microsoft deprecated, including Windows Mixed Reality, Cortana, WordPad, and more.
WingetUI's newest release brings multiple usability-related improvements as it improves in several areas including installing, updating, and exporting packages. PowerShell Gallery support is here too.
Microsoft released a dedicated backup and restore app on Windows 11, which it later brought over to Windows 10. In case you want a lightweight third-party alternative, the new "Appcopier" is one.
The end of free support on Windows 10 in October 2025 could see 240 million PCs sent to landfill because they can't get Windows 11. Read on for some ideas of what to do with unsupported PCs.
When Microsoft announced Windows 10, it also unveiled its HoloLens and the accompanying Holographic platform, later renamed Windows Mixed Reality. Today, Microsoft has announced its death.
Microsoft Defender Application Guard for Edge is now deprecated. The company has updated its documentation to mention the abandonment of yet another feature in its operating systems.
Microsoft has released a new preview update for the Microsoft Store app on Windows. Windows Insiders can try the updated algorithms that prioritize discovering new applications and games.
Microsoft has published a solution for the recently discovered print-related bug. It was renaming printers, changing their icons, and installing the HP Smart app without permission.
December 2023 Patch Tuesday updates allegedly cause Wi-Fi connectivity issues, especially for students and educators. Different universities recommend uninstalling KB5033375 to fix the problem.
Microsoft is rolling out a new update for the Microsoft Store app for all users on Windows 10 and 11. Version 22311 fixes a bug with the program only displaying the most installs or updates.
The 0.76 release brings new File Explorer Add-ons in Preview Handler and Thumbnail Provider, it modernizes PowerToys Run, Quick Accent and Text Extractor UIs Windows 11-like theme, and fixes.
The new 8Bitdo M30 Wired Controller for Microsoft's Xbox consoles and Windows 10 and 11 PCs has been designed to look like a gamepad from the classic Sega Genesis console. It's priced at just $34.99.
Microsoft has released new Patch Tuesday updates today for November 2023 on Windows 10 versions 21H2, and 22H2 under KB5033372. There are also updates for older Windows 10 versions too.
It was only a few days ago that we reported a Microsoft Defender bug that led to Windows 11 performance loss. Following that, Avira is now seemingly freezing Windows up making PCs unusable.
W10Privacy: Windows 10 privacy tool, empowers users to control data collection, telemetry, and enhance overall privacy and security.
Microsoft recently confirmed that user complaints about Windows auto-installing the HP Smart printer app were correct. Today, the company has acknowledged that HP is not at fault for this.
Fences 5, which is designed to work with Windows 10 and 11, introduces Chameleon, a new feature that blends desktop icons into the wallpaper without losing functionality. Download it now.
On December 5, 2023, Microsoft announced that after October 2025, Windows 10 would get three more years of extended support. However, this time, regular customers can get them too. That is a problem.
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AMD has finally added Windows' Hardware accelerated GPU scheduling support to the company's latest RDNA 3-based RX 7000 series GPUs, namely, the RX 7900 series, 7800 series, and 7700 series.
While Windows 10 will no longer receive any public updates after October 14, 2025, Microsoft has announced it will offer paid Extended Security Updates for three years for companies and individuals.
Microsoft has updated the official Windows documentation with details about the weird bug with renamed printers and the HP Smart App invading Windows 10 and 11 systems. Here are the details.
We've already looked if Windows 11 suffers as a result of being upgraded from Windows 10, and the results were somewhat surprising in places, now we've run the same tests on clean installs of both.
Valve has released the latest results of its monthly Hardware & Software Survey. It revealed a notable increase in Windows 11 users and the same decrease in those still playing games on Windows 10.
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