cross-device sync

Microsoft has quietly reworked the Xbox app on Windows 11 into a genuine one‑stop hub for PC gaming, and the implications reach well beyond a refreshed launcher: the app now aggregates installed titles from multiple storefronts, lets you launch non‑Microsoft games without opening third‑party...

Microsoft is quietly reshaping how Windows users discover, launch, and update applications by rolling out a Microsoft Store redesign that surfaces downloads and makes it easier to launch apps you already have on your PC—whether they were installed from the Store or from a developer’s site. Early...

Microsoft’s family tools put a clear map in the hands of parents: carefully scoped browsing through Microsoft Edge Kids Mode, centrally managed limits and activity reports via Microsoft Family Safety, and optional hardware-level protections on modern Copilot+ PCs that reduce the chance of...

Microsoft is rolling out a quiet but consequential change to how Word for Windows saves new documents: starting with Word for Windows Version 2509 (Build 19221.20000) in Insider channels, documents you create will be saved to the cloud (OneDrive, SharePoint, or a preferred cloud location) by...

On a fresh Windows machine the right five additions can turn a clean install into a productive, comfortable workspace in under an hour — that’s the practical premise behind the ZDNET roundup of “5 free Windows PC apps I always install first,” and it’s a small, high‑value checklist worth...

Everyday computing is packed with tiny innovations and time-saving tools that often go overlooked, lost in the deluge of splashier feature updates and UI revamps. Yet among these digital wallflowers, the Windows clipboard history stands out as a transformative, if quietly implemented, tool that...

Measuring time accurately is a crucial need for countless users, and the built-in Clock app in Windows offers a robust, user-friendly stopwatch tool to address this demand. Whether you’re tracking workout intervals, monitoring your productivity, or simply ensuring that a boiling egg is cooked to...

As users spend more time online and the digital landscape becomes increasingly interconnected, questions around privacy and data use are more urgent than ever. At the heart of recent debates is Microsoft Edge, the company’s flagship browser, and how it uses browsing activity to deliver...

Most Windows users have contemplated abandoning the Microsoft ecosystem at one time or another, whether out of frustration with Windows 11 changes, concerns about privacy, or the allure of sleeker alternatives. And yet, despite the grumbling on forums and the crowded marketplace of rivals—from...

The evolution of Windows 11’s Start menu has never just been about visual appeal—it’s a barometer for how Microsoft interprets the shifting needs of its user base and the relentless pace of device convergence. In its latest Dev Channel build, Microsoft is taking arguably its boldest step yet...

For anyone aiming to make the most of their Windows experience, a well-chosen suite of productivity apps is essential. Microsoft’s ecosystem has evolved far beyond its core operating system, offering a variety of tools specifically tailored to boost efficiency, encourage creative output, and...

Microsoft has recently enhanced Windows 11 by integrating the Phone Link application directly into the Start menu, offering users seamless access to their mobile devices. This feature, initially available to Android users, now extends support to iOS devices, marking a significant step toward...

A dramatically reimagined Windows 11 Start menu will soon roll out to millions of PCs, signaling one of the most substantial updates since Microsoft’s flagship OS first hit the market. Unlike incremental tweaks of the past, this revision brings a cascade of new personalization options, an...

Windows 11 users, prepare for a fresh twist on an old friend—the Start menu. Microsoft is cooking up a major update that will fundamentally change how you interact with your pinned apps and recently used files. Rumors circulating on various online sources, notably reported by Fakti.bg, indicate...

For years, the evolution of the Windows Start menu has mirrored the shifting needs and priorities of both casual users and IT professionals, serving as a barometer for Microsoft’s broader operating system ambitions. Now, with the latest wave of updates to Windows 11, Microsoft is executing one...

A sweeping transformation is underway for Windows 11, as Microsoft introduces a dynamic set of updates that underscore the company's commitment to integrating artificial intelligence, refining usability, and expanding the capabilities of classic applications. These changes, first rolling out to...

Windows 11 continues its rapid evolution with the unveiling of a significantly redesigned Start menu, marking one of the largest interface overhauls since the platform's initial launch. This newly detailed Start menu—now officially announced after a wave of leaks—signals Microsoft's commitment...

Windows 11 users are on the precipice of one of the platform’s most comprehensive overhauls to date, as Microsoft embarks on an ambitious rollout that promises to realign the operating system’s identity with the rapidly evolving world of on-device artificial intelligence and deeper cross-device...

The iconic Start menu, long the launchpad of the Windows experience, is about to undergo its most significant transformation since the debut of Windows 11. Microsoft is preparing to roll out major updates not only to this essential feature but to the very fabric of the Windows 11 operating...

The recent release of Windows 11 KB5055627 preview cumulative update is a significant step forward in evolving the Windows 11 24H2 experience with an emphasis on blending artificial intelligence features and essential bug fixes. This update, part of Microsoft’s optional non-security preview...