Windows 11’s steady, iterative rollout in 2025 delivered a surprising mix of practical polish and bold AI experiments — features that finally push the OS from a cosmetic refresh into something that changes daily workflows for millions of users. The year brought visible usability fixes (Settings...
Microsoft’s Start Linking flow — aka.ms/startLinking — finally turns the long‑running promise of seamless iPhone–Windows integration into a practical reality for many users, enabling manual pairing of iPhones to Windows PCs and giving Windows desktops access to messages, calls, notifications...
The ongoing debate between Windows and macOS users often centers on personal preferences, specific use cases, and the seamless integration of devices within an ecosystem. A recent article from How-To Geek titled "As Much as I Like Windows, I Always End Up Back On My Mac" encapsulates this...
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The seamless connectivity between Android smartphones and Windows 11 PCs has taken considerable strides over the past few years, but the latest update to Microsoft’s Link to Windows app introduces a powerful capability that redefines remote PC management: the ability to lock your Windows 11 PC...
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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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Microsoft's forthcoming Windows 11 update, version 24H2, introduces a redesigned Start menu aimed at enhancing user experience. This overhaul includes a more expansive, scrollable interface that consolidates pinned and installed applications into a single view. Notably, the update introduces...
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Windows 11 has taken a significant step forward in PC and mobile integration by introducing a new Android screen mirroring function accessible directly from the Start menu. This latest feature, currently rolling out to Windows Insiders, is not just a practical upgrade for tech enthusiasts; it...
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Microsoft’s relentless drive to transform personal computing continues to reshape the Windows 11 experience, with the latest Insider Preview Build in the Dev Channel illustrating the company’s dual focus on seamless device integration and the infusion of advanced AI into daily workflows. This...
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A raft of innovative upgrades is rolling out to Windows 11, aimed squarely at two longstanding headaches for users: unbootable PCs and the often-daunting process of setting up a new device. These headline features, revealed in preview build 26200.5622 for the Dev Channel, stand out not only for...
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Microsoft is poised to bridge the continuity gap between smartphones and PCs with the introduction of "Cross-Device Resume" in Windows 11, a feature reminiscent of Apple's Handoff. This functionality enables users to seamlessly transition activities from Android applications like Spotify or...
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Microsoft is introducing a new feature in Windows 11 called "Cross Device Resume," designed to enhance the continuity between mobile devices and PCs. This functionality allows users to seamlessly transition their activities from smartphones or tablets to their Windows 11 computers, mirroring...
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Windows 11 has taken a significant step forward in device management and user convenience with the new ability to easily remove Android and iPhone devices from the Phone Link app and the Mobile Devices settings. For years, Windows users have voiced frustrations over the lack of a straightforward...
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Microsoft has recently unveiled a series of significant enhancements to Windows 11, integrating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) features aimed at improving user experience and productivity. These updates encompass a redesigned Start menu, the introduction of an AI-powered assistant, and...
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Windows 11 continues to evolve as Microsoft introduces features that increasingly blur the line between PCs and mobile devices, responding to the ever-growing demand for seamless cross-platform experiences. One of the most notable developments in the recent Windows 11 24H2 update, specifically...
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The idea of seamlessly integrating Android apps into your Windows ecosystem has long been a dream for many users. With the arrival of Windows 11, that dream is becoming a reality—even if only partially and with a few twists. In this guide, we’ll walk you through both official and unofficial...
Attention, Windows enthusiasts! Microsoft is stepping up its game in connectivity, and there's a significant new feature to talk about. If you’re currently running Windows 11 Build 26120.3000 or higher in the Dev Channel—or Build 4805 or up in the Beta Channel—you’re in for a treat. Microsoft...
In an exciting leap towards a more interconnected user experience, Microsoft has recently announced the rollout of a new feature that allows file sharing between iPhones and Windows PCs through the Phone Link app. This development promises to bridge the gap between two of the tech world’s...
A recent article from Neowin sheds light on an exciting new feature being rolled out in the latest Windows 11 preview build for users in the Beta Channel, particularly benefiting those using Android devices. Windows 11 continues to evolve, focusing on enhancing user experience, and this latest...
Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22567 to the Dev Channel.
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This build includes a couple of new features including enabling Windows Update to leverage renewable energy, improvement to Microsoft 365 subscription management in Settings, phone...
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