productivity tools

Microsoft's decision to let Excel call a Copilot directly from the formula bar — the new =COPILOT() function — marks one of the clearest signals yet that generative AI is becoming a native part of everyday productivity tooling rather than an add‑on sitting in a sidebar or separate app. The...

PowerToys 0.93 nudges an already indispensable toolkit toward something more professional: a Windows 11–style settings dashboard, a major engineering overhaul of Command Palette that leans on Ahead‑of‑Time (AOT) compilation for tangible speed and footprint gains, a presentation‑ready Spotlight...

A subtle yet highly practical improvement could soon arrive for Windows users through PowerToys: a new clipboard feedback overlay. This feature, currently proposed under the name "ClipPing," aims to tackle a common annoyance in the Windows experience—the uncertainty over whether something has...

Microsoft's Copilot Vision has evolved from a browser-bound tool to a comprehensive desktop assistant, now integrated directly into Windows 11. This advancement allows users to engage with Copilot across various applications and windows, enhancing productivity and user experience. Evolution of...

Microsoft’s sweeping decision to deploy OpenAI’s groundbreaking GPT-5 model across its Copilot ecosystem marks a decisive leap in the ongoing AI arms race—a moment long anticipated by the Windows and enterprise communities alike. In a bold, orchestrated move, Microsoft is powering up Copilot...

Microsoft has announced the integration of OpenAI's latest AI model, GPT-5, into its Microsoft 365 Copilot suite, marking a significant advancement in AI-driven productivity tools. This integration is set to enhance user experiences across various applications by introducing more sophisticated...

Accessing a robust office suite is more essential than ever, and the landscape for Microsoft Office in 2025 has never been more complex or competitive. While the brand enjoys undeniable dominance, the question many users face is not just about which suite to use, but how to access these powerful...

Microsoft Edge has taken a decisive leap into the future of browsing with the introduction of Copilot Mode, an AI-driven assistant that promises to reshape how users interact with the web. As generative AI assistants become mainstream across platforms, Edge positions itself at the forefront...

Microsoft capped off its fiscal year with financial results that surpassed even the loftiest analyst expectations, signaling not only the company’s enduring dominance across multiple tech sectors, but also highlighting the transformative power—and deep cost—of its investments in artificial...

The countdown is on for Windows 10, and businesses and consumers still clinging to this familiar operating system are about to face a major turning point. With Microsoft’s official end-of-support for Windows 10 locked in for October 14, 2025, millions of laptops and PCs worldwide will soon find...

Logging in to Windows 11 after setup should be the start of a smooth PC experience, but for many users, it’s felt more like a gauntlet of annoying popups. For months, Microsoft has been bombarding users with the “Second-chance Out-of-Box Experience” (SCOOBE): an intrusive string of prompts...

Windows 11 continues to break ground with features that make accessibility tools not only robust, but also highly customizable for users with diverse needs. One of the most significant enhancements in recent updates is the ability to add custom words to the Voice Access vocabulary—a development...

Microsoft 365’s August 2025 wave of updates marks another major step forward in productivity, collaboration, and security across Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, OneNote, and PowerPoint. With a renewed emphasis on user-centric design, efficient workflows, accessibility enhancements, and data...

Setting up a fresh Windows PC is a thrilling step, whether it’s for work, creativity, or play. While Windows 11 boasts solid built-in features, true productivity and customization demand a careful toolkit of third-party applications. Tech reviewers and experienced users consistently highlight...

A new wave of intelligent functionality is simmering beneath the surface of Windows 11, as insider discoveries suggest that Microsoft is preparing to infuse the iconic taskbar with “AI-powered Companions.” Far from a simple refresh, this under-development feature has the potential to recast the...

Windows 11 users have long sought a more versatile and user-friendly alternative to the classic File Explorer, and the Files app has steadily risen to meet—and, in some respects, exceed—those expectations. The latest update to the Files app, version 3.9.14, introduces several enhancements that...

Microsoft’s Copilot, a flagship in the rapidly growing world of artificial intelligence, has quickly become a familiar presence for millions of Windows users. With the big tech arms race in generative AI heating up, Microsoft has made a bold, some might say controversial, push to thrust Copilot...

Microsoft has announced a significant update affecting users of its Office suite: starting January 2026, key features such as Read Aloud, Dictate, and Transcribe will cease to function on versions older than 16.0.18827.20202. This change necessitates that users and IT administrators update their...

The Notepad app in Windows 11 has received one of its most substantial upgrades in decades, introducing native Markdown support and cementing its relevance for both casual users and developers in the modern workflow. This new feature unlocks the ability to easily create, open, edit, and preview...

An unmistakable shift is reshaping the SaaS landscape as organizations around the world rethink their digital toolkits, prioritizing efficiency and consolidation over sheer quantity. In a year marked by economic headwinds and growing demands for operational simplicity, companies are scrutinizing...