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There’s now one less reason to visit the Microsoft Store – free Instant Games have been scrapped (though they didn’t help the platform much anyway)
By Darren Allan published
Instant Games – free arcade games you could play via the Microsoft Store without installing them – is now on the scrapheap.
Microsoft's 'helpful' Edge pop-up strikes again, and it's long past time for a chat about boundaries
By Kristina Terech published
Microsoft is back to pushing Edge onto users, launching it automatically and possibly prompting data imports without clear consent, frustrating many who feel their choice is disregarded.
Windows 11’s latest update might finally make choosing default apps easier (looking at you, Edge)
By Kristina Terech published
Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update redesigns default app settings, potentially making it easier for users to select their preferred apps without constant prompts toward Microsoft apps like Edge.
Microsoft stealthily installs Windows 10 update to nag you to upgrade to Windows 11 – and not for the first time
By Darren Allan published
If you’ve had enough of Microsoft’s nagging about your PC needing an upgrade, we’ve got some bad news…
End of an era: Microsoft is planning to phase out Windows 11’s Mail and Calendar apps by the end of this year
By Kristina Terech published
Microsoft will discontinue the built-in Mail and Calendar apps in Windows 11 after December 31, 2024, urging users to switch to the web-based Outlook app instead.
Alt + Tab trouble: Windows 11’s 24H2 update turns time-saving shortcut into ten-second headache
By Kristina Terech published
The Windows 11 24H2 update has introduced a bug where pressing Alt + Tab causes black screens or freezes, frustrating users awaiting a fix.
Windows 11’s Paint and Notepad apps are getting smart new AI features – though one of the best will be for Copilot+ PCs only
By Darren Allan published
Crave more AI in Windows 11? Paint and Notepad are getting updates with new AI features to do more of the creative heavy lifting for you.
Windows 11 24H2 misery continues, as Microsoft’s buggy update is now breaking printers – especially on Copilot+ PCs
By Darren Allan published
If you’re having problems with your printer after installing the 24H2 update, you’re certainly not alone.
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