Microsoft has been steadily building hype around its Copilot Vision feature, and it looks like the wait was worth it. Debuting just in time for the holiday season, Copilot Vision is a game-changing enhancement designed to elevate AI-assisted browsing to an entirely new level of convenience and...
The battle against internet fraud and scams has raged for decades. From bogus antivirus pop-ups to irresistible “you’ve won a prize” ads, scareware thrives by exploiting user fear and urgency. But Microsoft is saying, “Not anymore!” Enter the scareware blocker, a new AI-powered functionality...
Let’s set the scene—you're frantically scrolling through a vast sea of product pages, desperately trying to finish your holiday shopping before the clock strikes Christmas Eve. The items you're eyeing have hundreds of reviews, multiple sizes, two conflicting discounts, and promises that may or...
If you’re one of the brave souls navigating your digital life on Windows 11, you’ve probably encountered Microsoft Edge's persistent reminders to set itself as your default browser. Loving Edge or not, these “gentle nudges” have turned into what can only be described as full-blown nagging. And...
If you thought your web browser was just a tool to open tabs and scroll through memes, Microsoft Edge is here to redefine everything you knew about web surfing. Recently released data from Microsoft reveals that Edge is increasingly becoming the browser of choice for millions. Most notably, its...
Microsoft is on a hot streak lately when it comes to putting power back into the hands of users. In their latest experimental release, users testing Microsoft Edge Canary will have the ability to opt out of sharing data used to train AI models—specifically Copilot’s AI. As artificial...
Attention, Windows enthusiasts and tech-savvy netizens! A recent Critical Vulnerability and Exposure (CVE), tagged as CVE-2024-12694, has just dropped into the security landscape. If you're a fan of the Chromium browser ecosystem—which powers everything from Google Chrome to Microsoft Edge—this...
If you’re a Windows user, especially one using Microsoft Edge or alternatives powered by Chromium, take note: A new security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-12693, has been patched. This one tackles an out-of-bounds memory access issue in Chromium's V8 JavaScript engine. If "V8" sounds...
It’s the digital equivalent of a red alert, Windows and Edge users. A fresh vulnerability, CVE-2024-12695, has been marked as a critical issue impacting Chromium-based browsers, including Microsoft Edge. If you're blissfully unaware of what an "out-of-bounds write in V8" means, you’ve come to...
Happy holidays to everyone! While most of us are preoccupied with either wrapping up our work before year's end or frantically trying to finish gift shopping, the tech and security world is still moving full-speed ahead. Today, at the intersection of security and browsers comes CVE-2024-12692—a...
If you’re running Windows 11, then chances are Microsoft has been quietly vacuuming up bits of your personal data—like a digital version of your snoopy neighborhood cat. From voice data to your web history, the system is layered with features that track and analyze your activities, allegedly...
If you've ever dabbled with the Edge Bar on Windows 10 and felt its convenience, you might have noticed its absence on Windows 11—those sleek, rounded corners just don't offer this nifty shortcut by default. However, fret not! With some tweaking, you can bring this handy feature to your Windows...
Ah, Windows. It's that familiar old friend who sometimes plays hide and seek with our tech sanity. If you've found yourself frantically moving your mouse in hopes of summoning back a vanished text cursor, you're not alone in this digital dance! This issue has been haunting users in the realm of...
Windows 11 has been making waves not just for its sleek design and robust features, but also for the extensive data collection practices that may leave privacy-conscious users feeling a bit anxious. If you're diving into this new operating system and want to ensure that your personal data is...
Microsoft’s ongoing mission to enhance user experience in gaming has taken an intriguing turn with the introduction of a new in-game browser feature powered by Microsoft Edge, aptly named Game Assist. This latest iteration of the Edge browser aims squarely at desktop gamers, providing them with...
As we hurdle toward a tech-savvy future, Microsoft has turned heads with its latest brainchild, Copilot Vision. While many Windows users, like you, may still be wrapping their heads around the existing CoPilot features, this innovative approach promises to elevate your browsing experience in...
In the ever-evolving world of web security, a recent security advisory has surfaced regarding a critical vulnerability affecting Chromium-based browsers. Titled CVE-2024-12382, this vulnerability pertains to a use-after-free condition in the Chrome translation module, which could lead to...
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, vulnerabilities can emerge at a dizzying pace, often leaving software users scrambling for fixes and updates. A recent advisory has highlighted a significant type confusion vulnerability in Chromium, specifically identified as CVE-2024-12381...
In an era where digital tools are constantly evolving, Microsoft Edge is once again set to refine the user experience with an exciting new feature currently being tested: Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for handling PDF documents. This development means that users will soon be able to...
As we hurtle into an age where artificial intelligence (AI) transforms every aspect of our digital interactions, Microsoft has taken a big leap—enter Copilot Vision. This cutting-edge feature, integrated into the Edge browser, is currently available in limited preview for Copilot Pro subscribers...