August 12, 2024 at 03:21PM Microsoft announced the discontinuation and removal of the Paint 3D graphics app from the Microsoft Store in November. Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaway is that Microsoft has announced the discontinuation of the Paint 3D graphics app, which will be removed from the Microsoft Store in November. Full … Read more
July 18, 2024 at 10:42AM Microsoft has resolved a bug preventing the Microsoft Photos app from launching on some Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 systems. This issue affected devices with certain configuration settings enabled. The problem has been fixed with the release of Photos app version 2024.11070.15005.0 and newer. Affected users can obtain the update … Read more
June 23, 2024 at 03:08PM Microsoft’s updated Photos app for Windows 11 is now available in the Windows Insider Program, featuring a new interface and improved image quality. Notable changes include visible support for actions like “Share” and “Start slideshow,” along with the migration to Windows App SDK. Additionally, the app now integrates OneDrive’s image … Read more
April 24, 2024 at 11:24AM Microsoft has introduced Start menu ads in the optional KB5036980 preview update for Windows 11, aiming to showcase apps from the Microsoft Store. It follows recent improvements to the Start menu and can be disabled in settings. This update allows Windows admins to test upcoming fixes and features, but does … Read more
April 18, 2024 at 08:13AM Microsoft revealed that the Copilot app, added to Windows installs by recent Edge updates, doesn’t collect or relay data, but was mistakenly included. Though tested in Windows Server 2025, it faced backlash and was removed. However, it unexpectedly appeared in Windows Server 2022 and impacted Windows 10 and 11. Microsoft … Read more
April 12, 2024 at 04:20PM Microsoft is testing ads in the Windows 11 Start menu to recommend new apps from the Microsoft Store to users. This trial is currently being rolled out to a small set of Insiders, allowing them to turn off the ads if desired. The ads will only be displayed in the … Read more
December 18, 2023 at 01:30PM Microsoft released a troubleshooter tool to address an issue where the HP Smart app was automatically installed on Windows when printers were renamed to HP LaserJet M101-M106. The tool can be downloaded from the Microsoft Download Center and requires admin privileges to run. It can remove incorrect metadata and application … Read more
November 7, 2023 at 06:07PM Microsoft has removed a fraudulent Ledger Live app from its store after users lost $768,000 worth of cryptocurrency assets. The fake app, called Ledger Live Web3, had been in the store since October 19 and started stealing cryptocurrency a few days ago. Despite obvious red flags, the app managed to … Read more