A new wave of innovation is quietly building behind the scenes of Windows 11, with keen eyes in the Insider and developer communities noticing a mysterious reference to “Taskbar companions” in recent preview builds. Microsoft appears to be experimenting with readying the taskbar for intelligent...
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The unveiling of Microsoft’s new Start menu for Windows 11 marks a significant evolution in the user experience, underscoring the company’s ongoing commitment to design flexibility, deeper integration with mobile devices, and the promise of AI-driven productivity. As the centerpiece of the...
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Paul Thurrott’s name has become synonymous with authoritative Windows coverage. With a three-decade career that traces the operating system’s evolution from Windows 3.1 to the cloud-connected present, Thurrott’s current explorations continue on Thurrott.com—a haven for in-depth Windows...
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Windows Innovations: Power Apps, PowerToys, and Game Streaming
The technology landscape is buzzing with fresh updates that are expanding the capabilities of Microsoft’s low-code platforms, empowering power users with enhanced utilities, and even reinventing game streaming experiences for Windows...
Microsoft's AI Leap: Avatars and Multi-Modal Copilot Transforming Windows Interaction
In a bold advance toward reimagining digital communication, Microsoft is embracing two cutting-edge AI innovations that promise to reshape our interactions on Windows. In one corner, a strategic partnership...
In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, two seemingly distinct spheres—tech investing and Windows innovations—are converging in exciting ways. On one side, industry leaders are making bold moves by integrating advanced AI into their core business models, while on the other, Microsoft...
Hello Windows enthusiasts! Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25182 to the Dev Channel. Here's a detailed breakdown of what's new, improved, and what's still a work in progress.
Key Highlights
Build Expiration: This build's expiration date is now set for September 15...
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build 23451
build 23521
build 23606
build 23619
build 25182
build 25217
build 25375
build 25915
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