Microsoft tests instant access to Android photos in Windows 11

January 18, 2024 at 02:47PM Microsoft is introducing a feature for Windows 11, allowing users to quickly access and edit photos and screenshots from their Android smartphones in the Snipping Tool app. This will be achieved by granting PC permission to connect with the Android device, and a Cross Device Experience Host update will be … Read more

Microsoft testing Windows 11 USB 80Gbps support, Copilot on login

January 11, 2024 at 02:41PM Microsoft is currently testing USB4 Version 2.0 support in Windows 11, allowing up to 80Gbps transfer speeds over USB Type-C cables. This latest USB standard is essential for higher-performance displays, hubs, docks, and storage devices. The company is also testing a new Windows Copilot option and sharing improvements in the … Read more

Windows 11 KB5034123 update released with security and Wi-Fi fixes

January 9, 2024 at 01:57PM Microsoft released the Windows 11 KB5034123 update for versions 23H2 and 22H2, addressing Wi-Fi bug and displaying the smart card issue. The update is mandatory and can be installed through Windows Update or directly from Microsoft Update Catalog. It also includes build number updates for Windows versions and other improvements, … Read more

The best Windows 11 features added in 2023

January 8, 2024 at 08:54PM Windows 11’s 2023 update brings back drag and drop for the taskbar, introduces Windows Copilot AI assistant, and modernizes File Explorer. Aiming to address early feedback, Microsoft plans to enhance Copilot in 2024. The 2024 update is expected to focus on AI, with features including upgraded weather updates, printing management, … Read more

Steam drops support for Windows 7 and 8.1 to boost security

January 2, 2024 at 03:46PM Steam officially stopped supporting Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 on January 1, with users urged to upgrade to a newer Windows OS. Microsoft’s extended support for Windows 7 ended in 2023. Windows 10 will reach end of support in 2025, making Windows 11 a better option. Steam warns unsupported versions … Read more

Microsoft fixes Wi-Fi issues triggered by recent Windows updates

December 20, 2023 at 11:22AM Microsoft has addressed Wi-Fi network connectivity issues on Windows 11 caused by recent updates, confirming the problem and providing fixes. The issue affects enterprise, education, and public Wi-Fi networks on Windows 11, and has been resolved through Known Issue Rollback. Users can uninstall specific updates and use a troubleshooter until … Read more

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 Wi-Fi issues, asks for user feedback

December 19, 2023 at 01:44PM Microsoft has confirmed Wi-Fi connectivity issues on some Windows 11 devices after recent updates. They advise affected users to uninstall the KB5033375 and KB50532288 updates as a temporary solution and provide steps to do so. The issue is primarily impacting enterprise wireless networks, and affected users are encouraged to provide … Read more

Avira antivirus causes Windows computers to freeze after boot

December 12, 2023 at 02:17PM Windows users have reported freezing issues shortly after booting, attributed to a faulty update for Avira’s security software. Many Windows 11 and 10 customers have experienced system freezes, linked to Avira. Affected users found uninstalling Avira in safe mode as the temporary solution, with Microsoft’s Defender Antivirus automatically re-enabled after … Read more

Microsoft confirms Windows bug renames printers to HP LaserJet M101-M106

December 5, 2023 at 08:45AM Microsoft has acknowledged a glitch causing the HP Smart app to install on Windows systems, renaming all printers to ‘HP LaserJet M101-M106’. The issue, reported on forums and social media, affects Windows 10 and 11 devices but doesn’t disrupt printing functions. Devices without Microsoft Store access are unaffected. Microsoft is … Read more