Microsoft’s slow, methodical migration of legacy Control Panel functionality into the modern Settings app picked up another quiet notch with the arrival of build 26200.5742 in the Dev channel — a preview release that nudges several time-and-input features out of the old Control Panel and into...
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Synchronization between iPhones and Windows PCs—a long-requested feature by users—has finally become a universal reality with Microsoft’s rollout of Phone Link iOS support for Windows 11. What began as a limited beta earlier in the year is now available to all users, marking a significant shift...
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A sense of anticipation has accompanied each major update to Windows 11, and the recent debut of new File Explorer capabilities, Start menu refinements, and a wave of usability tweaks marks a significant step in Microsoft’s evolving vision for its flagship operating system. For power users...
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In a significant step for both mainstream and enthusiast PC gamers, Microsoft has at last removed a long-standing compatibility block that restricted select systems from upgrading to Windows 11 version 24H2—a move that opens the latest Windows experience to a broader array of devices, many of...
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In our increasingly interconnected world, the ability to seamlessly link your smartphone with your Windows PC has gone from a luxury to an essential productivity feature. Microsoft’s Phone Link app, accessible through the official shortcut www.aka.ms/phonelink, represents a significant leap...
Windows 11 has steadily evolved into an operating system rich with both visible and hidden functionalities, empowering users with a blend of aesthetics, efficiency, and customization. While flagship features like the revamped Start menu and enhanced multitasking take center stage in Microsoft’s...
The introduction of remote PC locking in Windows 11 via the Link to Windows Android app marks a new milestone in Microsoft’s evolving cross-device strategy. Unlike earlier attempts at bridging the divide between smartphone and PC, this latest feature drives home the value of convenience and...
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The subtle yet profound transformation of how we secure and synchronize our digital lives is quietly unfolding on millions of Windows devices with Microsoft’s latest upgrade to Phone Link. This built-in app—quietly bundled with Windows 10 and 11, but rapidly evolving from useful curiosity to...
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Microsoft’s commitment to building a seamless bridge between the Windows and Android ecosystems has taken a significant leap forward, as the latest update to Phone Link for Windows 11 brings a host of remote PC controls and integration improvements. Designed to position the Phone Link app as a...
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The emergence of “Lock PC” within the Link To Windows app marks another crucial step in the ongoing integration of Microsoft’s Windows 11 desktop experience and the Android mobile ecosystem. For Windows 11 users invested in keeping their PCs secure—especially outside the home or office—this new...
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Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26100.4770 (KB5062660) as a preview update on July 22, 2025, introducing a suite of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving user experience and system stability.
Key Features and Improvements
Recall Enhancements
In the European Economic Area (EEA), the...
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For many Windows 10 users, the persistent presence of certain built-in applications such as Phone Link—previously branded as Your Phone—has sparked persistent curiosity and sometimes frustration. Windows has evolved to include an ecosystem of services designed to integrate devices and platforms...
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For many Windows 10 users, the presence of pre-installed software—often dubbed “bloatware”—remains a point of contention. One such application frequently drawing attention is Phone Link, formerly branded as “Your Phone.” The drive to uninstall or disable these bundled apps is understandable...
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Windows 11 often receives criticism for its increasingly extensive suite of bundled apps and features. It's easy to dismiss many of these as unnecessary bloat, especially with the lingering reputation from past Windows versions where pre-installed apps frequently underdelivered. However, buried...
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Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Build 26100.4762 (KB5062660) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, marking a significant update for users on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). This build introduces a range of new features and improvements, some of which are being rolled out...
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The gap between Apple’s iOS ecosystem and Microsoft’s Windows platform might once have seemed insurmountable, but the modern digital workplace demands more seamless device integration than ever before. Whether you’re a dedicated iPhone user with a Windows PC on your desk or simply need greater...
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Intel Unison’s journey as a multi-device sync solution for Windows 11 users is now officially over, leaving former fans in search of a worthy alternative in the crowded space of cross-platform device integrations. For a brief period, Intel Unison offered a fresh, reliable, and—by many...
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...
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Microsoft has unveiled a significant overhaul to the Windows 11 Start menu, introducing features aimed at enhancing user experience and productivity. This update, currently available to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel, brings a more customizable and efficient interface to the forefront...
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Microsoft has recently unveiled Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 (KB5060838) to the Dev Channel, introducing a suite of enhancements aimed at refining user experience and system functionality.
Recall Homepage: A Personalized Productivity Portal
A standout feature in this build is the...
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