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Is Microsoft getting truly desperate with adverts now? I’m seriously unimpressed with a new ‘suggestion’ to buy Avowed in Windows 10 and Windows 11
By Darren Allan published
Avowed might be good, but I don’t want Windows 10 shoving adverts in my face urging me to buy the game, thanks Microsoft.

Microsoft’s latest bit of nagging in Windows 11 might come from a good place, but it’s seriously annoying some people
By Darren Allan published
New piece of stealth advertising in Windows 11 is a warning to back up your PC – and while that’s good advice, not everyone needs prodding to use OneDrive.

I have good news and bad news about Windows 11 24H2’s new update: it introduces nifty features and fixes... but also includes another ad
By Darren Allan published
Tired of ads in Windows 11 yet? I know I am, but Microsoft looks to be bringing in yet another, and this time it’s referrals for PC Game Pass.

Microsoft crowbars new ‘recommendations’ for PC Game Pass into Windows 11, so excuse me while I start beating my anti-advert drum (again)
By Darren Allan published
A new advert in a Windows 11 preview build urges you to recruit friends for Game Pass via a free 14-day trial.

'We don't crush creativity' – Samsung kicks Apple when it's down with new ad after iPad Pro controversy
By Kristina Terech published
Samsung responds to Apple's controversial iPad advert with its own #UnCrush ad, continuing the debate on creativity.

Windows 11’s bizarre QR code ad for Copilot met an angry reaction – so Microsoft has halted the experiment
By Darren Allan published
Microsoft drops the idea of using QR code ads ‘plastered’ across the lock screen – at least for now...

Don’t know what’s good about Copilot Pro? Windows 11 users might soon find out, as Microsoft is testing Copilot ads for the OS
By Darren Allan published
Yet more adverts in Windows 11? That’s a distinct possibility, as a Copilot ad is being tested in the Settings app.

Windows 10 users be careful – some default apps are showing scam adverts
By Darren Allan last updated
Microsoft’s core apps such as News and Weather are affected, and possibly other services.
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