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Microsoft Surface PCs Are Getting Big Price Hikes, and the Cheaper Models Are Going Away

Privacy technologies

Microsoft faces fresh Windows Recall security concerns

1 day ago

Information security

Microsoft closes book on rogue Windows Server 2025 upgrades

UX design

Why Microsoft's war on Windows' Control Panel is taking so long

Microsoft is gradually migrating Control Panel items to the Settings app in Windows 11, focusing on design clarity and user experience.

Mobile UX

Microsoft kills off Outlook Lite as memory costs skyrocket

Microsoft will retire Outlook Lite on May 25, 2026, disabling mailbox access and functionality, urging users to switch to Microsoft Outlook Mobile.

2 days ago

Microsoft's Windows Recall still allows silent data extraction

Microsoft needs to enhance code integrity for AIXHost.exe to prevent injection attacks.

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fromWIRED

Microsoft Surface PCs Are Getting Big Price Hikes, and the Cheaper Models Are Going Away

Microsoft is increasing Surface PC prices significantly, with no new devices under $1,000 and major price hikes across the lineup.

Privacy technologies

Microsoft faces fresh Windows Recall security concerns

A new tool, TotalRecall Reloaded, extracts data from Microsoft's redesigned Recall feature, raising ongoing security and privacy concerns.

1 day ago

Microsoft closes book on rogue Windows Server 2025 upgrades

Microsoft has resolved the Windows Server 2025 upgrade issue, but new problems have emerged with the cumulative update KB5082063.

UX design

Why Microsoft's war on Windows' Control Panel is taking so long

Microsoft is gradually migrating Control Panel items to the Settings app in Windows 11, focusing on design clarity and user experience.

Mobile UX

Microsoft kills off Outlook Lite as memory costs skyrocket

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fromMacRumors

2 days ago

iPhone Loyalty Hits 96.4% as Android Users Four Times More Likely to Switch

According to the survey, 96.4% of iPhone users plan to stick with Apple for their next upgrade, a rise from 91.9% in 2021 and 90.5% in 2019.

Apple

Productivity

2 days ago

I found the apps slowing down my PC - how to kill the biggest memory hogs

Identifying and managing background processes can optimize PC performance and reduce memory usage.

Business intelligence

Blancco confirms Mac adoption is accelerating

Tools for managing large fleets are essential for businesses with high data compliance needs.

Windows Update: Torture chamber for seldom-used PCs

Windows updates for infrequently used PCs lead to long wait times and multiple reboots, causing frustration for users.

Windows takes a crash dump after one McDonald's too many

Windows crashed at a McDonald's order screen, displaying a Blue Screen of Death instead of order progress.

fromTechzine Global

Microsoft is blocking legacy Windows drivers

Microsoft will only allow drivers approved through the Windows Hardware Compatibility Program to enhance security and compatibility in Windows.

Boston food

Windows takes a crash dump after one McDonald's too many

Windows crashed at a McDonald's order screen, displaying a Blue Screen of Death instead of order progress.

fromTechzine Global

Microsoft is blocking legacy Windows drivers

Microsoft will only allow drivers approved through the Windows Hardware Compatibility Program to enhance security and compatibility in Windows.

Google app with AI Mode is now available for Windows worldwide

Google launched an experimental Windows app with AI Mode, allowing users to ask questions and interact with their screens.

Microsoft attempts to untangle Windows Insider program

Microsoft is revamping the Windows Insider program to simplify user experience and enhance feature access.

fromThe Hacker News

1 day ago

Three Microsoft Defender Zero-Days Actively Exploited; Two Still Unpatched

Threat actors are exploiting three vulnerabilities in Microsoft Defender for elevated privileges, with one flaw already addressed by Microsoft.

Apple's Mac grabs 11% of US enterprise market share

The MacBook Air maintained its place on the throne as 'Most Popular Notebook,' with Apple boosting memory to 16GB while pruning $100 off the cost.

Apple

8 ways to be more productive in Windows 11

Windows 11 offers hidden productivity features like Focus sessions to enhance work efficiency.

Software development

Microsoft's Windows Insider Program is no longer a confusing mess

Software development

Microsoft finally lets Windows 11 testers unlock experimental features without ViVeTool

Privacy technologies

Local vs. Microsoft account in Windows 11: How to decide and set up your preference

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fromEngadget

Engadget Podcast: Can Microsoft fix Windows 11 by dumping AI?

Microsoft plans to refocus Windows 11 on customization and core features, moving away from heavy Copilot AI integration.

Microsoft's Latest Windows 11 Update Adds New Features, Strengthens Security

Microsoft's Windows 11 updates enhance usability, performance, and security with notable features like Smart App Control and improved Narrator functionality.

Productivity

8 ways to be more productive in Windows 11

Windows 11 offers hidden productivity features like Focus sessions to enhance work efficiency.

Microsoft's Windows Insider Program is no longer a confusing mess

Microsoft is simplifying the Insider Program for Windows 11, introducing a more reliable Beta channel and easier feature management.

Microsoft finally lets Windows 11 testers unlock experimental features without ViVeTool

Windows 11 testers can now access experimental features directly through the new Experimental Channel without third-party apps.

Privacy technologies

Local vs. Microsoft account in Windows 11: How to decide and set up your preference

A Microsoft account is preferred for Windows 11 setup, but local accounts are still viable despite setup challenges.

Tech industry

fromEngadget

Engadget Podcast: Can Microsoft fix Windows 11 by dumping AI?

Microsoft plans to refocus Windows 11 on customization and core features, moving away from heavy Copilot AI integration.

Microsoft's Latest Windows 11 Update Adds New Features, Strengthens Security

Microsoft's Windows 11 updates enhance usability, performance, and security with notable features like Smart App Control and improved Narrator functionality.

Microsoft's "commitment to Windows quality" starts with overhaul of beta program

The Release Preview channel will serve as a hidden option for IT shops to test upcoming updates without needing to wipe PCs.

fromArs Technica

"TotalRecall Reloaded" tool finds a side entrance to Windows 11's Recall database

The Recall system's security is compromised by AIXHost.exe, which lacks the same protections after user authentication.

Gadgets

Microsoft adding Xbox mode to Windows 11

Microsoft is introducing Xbox mode to Windows 11 PCs starting April, creating a controller-optimized gaming interface across consumer devices including laptops, desktops, and tablets.

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Software development

Microsoft pulls Windows update after installation problems

Microsoft Promises Fewer Disruptive Windows Updates, More User Control

Microsoft is enhancing Windows Update by providing users with more control and improving overall system reliability in Windows 11.

Information security

Windows 11 hit by bevy of bugs to kick off 2026 - here's the roundup

Software development

Microsoft pulls Windows update after installation problems

Microsoft Promises Fewer Disruptive Windows Updates, More User Control

Microsoft is enhancing Windows Update by providing users with more control and improving overall system reliability in Windows 11.

Information security

Windows 11 hit by bevy of bugs to kick off 2026 - here's the roundup

Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Bug Crippling PCs, Blocking Access to Core Drive

A Windows 11 bug from the February 2026 security update locks users out of their C: drive, primarily affecting Samsung computers, preventing access to files and launching applications.

Gadgets

Windows 11, not AI, kick-started the PC upgrade cycle

Corporate IT upgrades, driven by Windows 11 hardware requirements and overdue replacements, fueled a 9.1% worldwide PC shipment rebound in 2025.

Is Microsoft really spying on you with Windows telemetry?

When Windows 10 was released in 2015, it was immediately controversial, with critics zeroing in on one feature in particular: telemetry. I spent many months in those early days reading one article after another on the subject that read, in retrospect, like entries from the diary of a mad conspiracy theorist.

Privacy technologies

Windows 11 tops market share as 10 faces extended farewell

I don't think any organization wants to pay for ESU licenses. Many organizations will migrate, but a non-trivial subset will rely on ESU as a safety net because their constraints are less about 'deciding to upgrade' and more about validating dependencies and coordinating operational downtime.

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Windows 12 Could Arrive in 2026 as Millions of PCs Near Windows 10 Deadline

Windows 12 is expected to launch in 2026 as Windows 10 support ends, featuring AI-centric architecture with mandatory Copilot integration and NPU-powered local processing capabilities.

Gadgets

Can't upgrade to Windows 11? I found the best Linux distro to replace your Windows 10 PC

SDesk is an Arch-based Linux distro with a familiar GNOME desktop layout, standard preinstalled apps, and easy app installation via Octopi or Flatpak.

fromArs Technica

"Windows 11 26H1" is a special version of Windows exclusively for new Arm PCs

Releasing a new version of Windows that just covers new Arm PCs is another signal of Microsoft's commitment to Arm processors and the Arm version of Windows, after decades of near-exclusive focus on the x86 version of the OS that ran on Intel and AMD's chips. Microsoft offered multiple versions of both Windows 10 and Windows 11 in both x86 and Arm editions, but the 24H2 update was a major milestone for Arm PCs.

Tech industry

Microsoft's first Windows 11 update of 2026 stopped some computers from shuting down

January 2026 Windows update caused remote connection/authentication failures across multiple Windows releases; Secure Launch on Windows 11 23H2 may prevent shutdown or hibernation.

Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 26H1, but you can't have it

Windows 11 26H1 targets Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 hardware and removes .NET Framework 3.5 as a Windows Feature on Demand component.

fromTechzine Global

Windows 11 gets built-in Sysmon for security detection

Windows 11 and Windows Server 2025 include built-in Sysmon, disabled by default and activatable to provide native system activity logging for security monitoring.