Tag: windows
Microsoft turns up the heat on Window 10 diehards, hinting that free upgrade to Windows 11 could be ditched later this year
A Microsoft blog post has been written about the free Windows 11 upgrade It mentions that the upgrade is for a ‘limited time only’ This could be read as a hint that Microsoft will drop the free offer when Windows 10 expires later this year In an interesting turn of…
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Microsoft is finally fighting back against the rise of SteamOS by overhauling Windows 11 to be better on handhelds
The Windows 11 gaming user interface is set to become more console-like, taking inspiration from Xbox and simplifying controls New design looks to become a more substantial rival to SteamOS and optimize usability There will be a focus on enhancing controllers and handheld-specific features for seamless gaming It looks like…
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Microsoft nixes Windows 11’s “Suggested actions” feature: a smart idea that didn’t quite work
Microsoft is removing Windows 11’s “Suggested actions,” probably in light of poor performance and user frustration “Suggested actions” faced issues like inconsistency and irrelevant hints, making it more annoying than helpful Microsoft plans to focus on reliable, AI-powered features instead of improving “Suggested actions” We’ve only just started 2025, but…
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Windows 11 might soon be more helpful in letting you know how powerful your PC actually is – I just hope this planned feature is better than Microsoft’s past efforts
Windows 11 has got new spec ‘cards’ and a hardware FAQ in testing These elements are designed to help you easily see how powerful your PC is They are already present in Windows 10 (but only in testing still) Microsoft looks to be trying to make it easier for Windows…
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Microsoft’s PC accessories are back, this time with a stylish helping hand from Incase
Microsoft revives PC accessories with Incase, rebranding classics like the Modern Mobile Mouse and keyboards. Affordable, ergonomic, and wireless options headline the new lineup, starting with 23 versatile accessories. Surface remains Microsoft’s premium gear focus, blending cutting-edge tech with its signature Surface branding. Some people might not know that until…
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Google and Microsoft aren’t syncing up: why Phone Link might no longer show you sensitive notifications after installing Android 15
Android 15 redacts sensitive notifications from “untrusted” apps, which happens to include Link to Windows, and this will cause these notifications to not be shown via Phone Link for some Android users, such as Google Pixel and Sony Xperia users, might face issues if Link to Windows wasn’t pre-installed Despite…
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