Microsoft commits to native UI for Windows 11 as users push back against web app slop

In a move that heralds a definitive return to native software, Microsoft is doubling down on the WinUI 3 framework[...]

Microsoft’s Windows 11 quality reset now targets bad drivers behind crashes, overheating and poor battery life

Microsoft has finally admitted that Windows 11 requires more than just a faster Start menu, taskbar, File Explorer, and native[...]

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 no longer triggers BitLocker recovery screen after monthly updates

Microsoft previously confirmed that it was investigating a known issue where Windows 11 boots into the BitLocker screen after monthly[...]

Microsoft admits it needs feedback to fix Windows 11 UX, launches new research panel

Microsoft has quietly launched a new “Windows Insider Panel” that gives a selected group of Insiders direct access to the[...]

Former Windows boss reveals why modern Windows 11 apps feel slower, says Microsoft once gave every engineer a stopwatch

In an era where a simple to-do list application can effortlessly consume 500MB of your system memory, it is easy[...]

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 has been downgrading graphics drivers, reveals when a fix is coming

Microsoft has quietly confirmed that Windows Update has been downgrading user-installed graphics drivers. This means that if you manually download[...]

Windows 10 KB5087544 out with Secure Boot status update, direct download links for .msu

Windows 10 KB5087544 is now available as part of Microsoft’s May 2026 Patch Tuesday, and it’s a mandatory update that’ll[...]

Microsoft warns Windows 11’s Xbox mode won’t show up yet, even as the rollout expands to more users today

The May 2026 Patch Tuesday update is officially live. Microsoft is currently rolling out Windows 11 KB5089549 to all eligible[...]

Windows 11 KB5089549 out with faster performance, direct download links for offline installer (.msu)

Windows 11 KB5089549 is now rolling out with Xbox mode, and performance-related features, including a faster taskbar, reliable Windows Hello,[...]

Microsoft is still faking Google’s homepage on Bing 1.5 years after backlash, even as it pays $1 million for users

It has been nearly a year and a half since we first reported that Microsoft Bing was engaging in a[...]