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Microsoft takes unusual step of delaying a Windows 11 update, leaving some PC gamers still waiting for crucial fixes for 24H2

By Darren Allan published

A compatibility bug was found in the new Windows 11 update after it was released, so Microsoft hit pause, leaving some users decidedly confused.

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Microsoft’s ROG Xbox Ally will feature a new “Xbox full-screen experience” to finally rival the Steam Deck’s ease of use – and more Windows 11 gaming handhelds will get it too

By Isaiah Williams published

Microsoft's response to Valve's SteamOS is almost here, with a new "full-screen experience" coming to its ROG Xbox Ally later this year, and other Windows 11 handhelds in 2026.

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Microsoft's big Windows 11 Start menu redesign is great news for OLED monitor owners like me – and you can try it right now

By Isaiah Williams published

The Microsoft Windows 11 makeover is underway, with testers now having access to a redesigned Start menu and a new login screen in preparation for the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally handhelds.

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Windows 11 is getting a nifty trick for quickly mirroring your Android phone right from the Start menu

By Darren Allan published

Microsoft is taking a step forward with the Start menu, adding a useful twist to the Phone Link panel.

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Wish your Windows 11 laptop had better battery life? Microsoft is working on a new power-saving trick that could really help

By Darren Allan published

Windows 11 could soon get a smart power-management feature that boosts battery life in certain circumstances.

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Windows 10's grave

Microsoft accused of ‘tech extortion’ over Windows 10 support ending, from campaign urging people to upgrade to Linux

By Darren Allan published

Can’t (or won’t) upgrade to Windows 11? Then switch to Linux instead, KDE campaign urges Windows 10 users.

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Acer Aspire 14 AI laptop display showing the Windows 11 login screen

Windows 11 is getting some big upgrades to tackle dreaded boot failures – and help novices set up their new PC

By Darren Allan published

One of the nastiest tech problems of all is when your PC won’t boot up – and Windows 11 could soon help with that.

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Can’t upgrade your laptop to Windows 11? Asus joins Microsoft’s campaign urging you to buy a new Copilot+ PC, and I’m not sure that’s wise

By Darren Allan published

Buy a new Copilot+ PC, Asus urges us, sweeping some vital issues under the computing carpet.

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Microsoft imposes new rules on Windows 11 laptop makers to ensure they don’t cut corners with key features of USB-C ports

By Darren Allan published

Ever felt cheated that your laptop’s USB-C ports weren’t up to scratch? Microsoft’s new rules to ensure consistency with ports are a great idea.

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Windows 11’s Notepad app is getting new formatting tricks that are already proving controversial

By Darren Allan published

Notepad keeps getting more features, and Microsoft’s latest move to add lightweight formatting options is divisive, shall we say.

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