Windows 11

Windows 11 is the next major release of Microsoft's Windows operating system, announced on June 24, 2021. It is thought to be released later this year and come as a free upgrade from Windows 10 through Windows Update.

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Arm-based Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite running Windows 11 outperforms Intel's x86 'Meteor Lake'Arm-based Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite running Windows 11 outperforms Intel's x86 'Meteor Lake'

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite is a new Arm-based SoC designed specifically for Windows 11 devices, and it could end up being a game changer.

Microsoft is testing having Copilot AI spring more readily into action on Windows 11 PCsMicrosoft is testing having Copilot AI spring more readily into action on Windows 11 PCs

In the Beta channel a new change is rolling out that means when users hover the mouse over the Copilot icon in the taskbar, the AI's panel pops open.

Windows 11 again fails to make headway attracting new users - and gets outdone by Windows 10Windows 11 again fails to make headway attracting new users - and gets outdone by Windows 10

Microsoft's newest operating system is struggling to make meaningful progress in terms of adoption, with Windows 10 gaining more users last month.

Microsoft announces Windows 11 will lose official support for thousands of appsMicrosoft announces Windows 11 will lose official support for thousands of apps

Microsoft has officially announced Windows 11 users will be losing official support for thousands of apps after support for these apps arrived in 2021.

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Windows 11's Copilot AI just got a feature that'll be a huge timesaverWindows 11's Copilot AI just got a feature that'll be a huge timesaver

Microsoft is rolling out the ability for users to drag and drop a file to Copilot, which the AI will then summarize, saving a whole lot of effort.

Not got a webcam for your PC? Windows 11 users can just use their Android smartphone insteadNot got a webcam for your PC? Windows 11 users can just use their Android smartphone instead

This is such a neat idea, it's difficult to believe it hasn't happened before - and it's a definite boon for Android phone owners with a Windows 11 PC.

Copilot AI in Windows 11 is getting more powerful - slowly - and more AI features are comingCopilot AI in Windows 11 is getting more powerful - slowly - and more AI features are coming

Copilot gets plugins and new abilities to tweak Settings in Windows 11, with AI features also coming to the Photos app and Clipchamp.

Use a PS5 DualSense controller in Windows 11? Intel's new Bluetooth driver is a must grabUse a PS5 DualSense controller in Windows 11? Intel's new Bluetooth driver is a must grab

Windows 11 gamers who play with a DualSense controller - or indeed two of them - should make haste and grab the new Intel Wireless Bluetooth Driver.

Getting annoyed by a glitchy taskbar in Windows 11? Microsoft has a fix in testing right nowGetting annoyed by a glitchy taskbar in Windows 11? Microsoft has a fix in testing right now

Some folks are encountering a sluggish loading taskbar when their PC first boots up to the desktop, but a new Beta build has the cure.

Microsoft is adding the ability for Windows 11 to update without having to reboot your PCMicrosoft is adding the ability for Windows 11 to update without having to reboot your PC

A killer new Windows 11 feature could be coming later this year, the ability to receive a security update without having to reboot your PC.

Microsoft's next AI feature for Windows 11's Paint app could be a real stroke of geniusMicrosoft's next AI feature for Windows 11's Paint app could be a real stroke of genius

Never mind Cocreator, Paint might get far more in-depth image creation chops where you can sketch out the composition you want, then let the AI go to work.

Some Windows 11 users can't install February update because 'something didn't go as planned'Some Windows 11 users can't install February update because 'something didn't go as planned'

The good news is that Microsoft has acknowledged this bug and is knocking up a fix, with a workaround already provided for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2.

Windows 11 Paint app could get another AI feature, but what it'll do is a mystery so farWindows 11 Paint app could get another AI feature, but what it'll do is a mystery so far

There's a file in the Paint application which hints that Microsoft is planning a new feature that'll use the NPU in chips like Meteor Lake.

Microsoft is using AI to 'force-update' older Windows 11 versions to the newer Windows 11 23H2Microsoft is using AI to 'force-update' older Windows 11 versions to the newer Windows 11 23H2

Microsoft will automatically update Windows 11 devices to the recent 23H2 version of the Operating System, with its 'intelligent ML model' in charge.

Windows 11 brings in the widget board change everyone wants - and other nifty interface tweaksWindows 11 brings in the widget board change everyone wants - and other nifty interface tweaks

Want to ban the news feed from the widget panel? Now you can, and the latest preview builds also introduce a smart accessibility feature.

Microsoft's new plan to push folks to upgrade to Windows 11 may be its most confusing move yetMicrosoft's new plan to push folks to upgrade to Windows 11 may be its most confusing move yet

Microsoft's latest brainwave is a YouTube clip for Windows 11 that appears to be a couple of years too late, and badly misjudged in other respects.

Windows 11 to provide easy-to-use color profile and management tools for creators and gamersWindows 11 to provide easy-to-use color profile and management tools for creators and gamers

Color Management is getting an overhaul in Windows 11 to make it easier to setup new profiles and customize your display and apps for the best results.

Tulpar's new gaming handheld: Intel Meteor Lake CPU, Arc GPU, runs Windows 11Tulpar's new gaming handheld: Intel Meteor Lake CPU, Arc GPU, runs Windows 11

Tulpar's new gaming handheld: Intel Meteor Lake-H processor, Arc Graphics 5, 8-inch 1200p display, 32GB LPDDR5X, runs Windows 11, and more.

Unofficially running Windows 11 on an aged PC? The OS soon won't boot - at all - with old CPUsUnofficially running Windows 11 on an aged PC? The OS soon won't boot - at all - with old CPUs

Windows 11 24H2 is coming with a new 'POPCNT' instruction that'll certainly pop the bubble of anyone running Microsoft's OS on a potato PC from yesteryear.

Microsoft quietly rolls out hidden feature for Windows 11 insider buildsMicrosoft quietly rolls out hidden feature for Windows 11 insider builds

Microsoft has rolled out a new feature within the Windows 11 insider build of 24H2 that may enable resolution upscaling across all applications.

Dreams of Windows 12 this year are shot down, as Windows 11 24H2 is confirmed by MicrosoftDreams of Windows 12 this year are shot down, as Windows 11 24H2 is confirmed by Microsoft

After rumors already strongly suggested that Windows 11 24H2 update was what we'd get this year, and not Windows 12, this is now official.

Think you've got a long wait for Windows 11's next feature update? Think again as it's imminentThink you've got a long wait for Windows 11's next feature update? Think again as it's imminent

Moment 5 is about to arrive, rumor has it, though it won't be much of an update - the big move will be Windows 11 24H2 (probably) later this year.

Microsoft's new PC Manager app aims to speed up Windows 11 and get rid of ads (oh the irony)Microsoft's new PC Manager app aims to speed up Windows 11 and get rid of ads (oh the irony)

All this sounds a bit rich given Microsoft's wider deployment of 'suggestions' and nagging to use its various other services in Windows 11 recently.

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Another clue points to Windows 11 24H2 coming later this year - and not Windows 12Another clue points to Windows 11 24H2 coming later this year - and not Windows 12

Although even if we get a 24H2 update, rather than an all-new Windows (maybe Windows 12), this is still expected to be a major upgrade either way.

Windows 11's new setup interface is found out - it was actually in Windows 10 a decade agoWindows 11's new setup interface is found out - it was actually in Windows 10 a decade ago

The setup process was changed in the latest build in the Canary channel, but it turns out this tweak has been lurking in the background for 10 years.

Windows 11 users, wave goodbye to WordPad - it'll likely be removed with the 24H2 updateWindows 11 users, wave goodbye to WordPad - it'll likely be removed with the 24H2 update

If you're fond of WordPad, here's some bad news - it's going to be stripped out of existing Windows 11 installations going forward.

Windows 11 beta testers get the chance to turn their preview build into a release installationWindows 11 beta testers get the chance to turn their preview build into a release installation

Previously, testers who wanted to leave the Windows Insider scheme needed to start from scratch with a new installation of the OS - but not any longer.

A dusty long-forgotten Windows 11 app is set for a major overhaul - stand by for Stickier NotesA dusty long-forgotten Windows 11 app is set for a major overhaul - stand by for Stickier Notes

Sticky Notes is getting some kind of revamp that'll be a major announcement, we're told - and no, it isn't becoming a web app (apparently).

Windows 11's 24H2 update for 2024 is so big Microsoft could end up calling it Windows 12Windows 11's 24H2 update for 2024 is so big Microsoft could end up calling it Windows 12

Windows 11 is getting a big update this year that's going all in on AI, and rumors suggest that Microsoft could end up calling it 'Windows 12'

Windows 11 is getting a feature to make editing your Android phone photos so much easierWindows 11 is getting a feature to make editing your Android phone photos so much easier

The previous remote capture feature has been ditched by Microsoft, and a new hook-up between Android phones and Windows 11 PCs is being tested.

USB4 2.0 spec with 80Gbps of bandwidth tested in latest Windows 11 Insider Preview buildUSB4 2.0 spec with 80Gbps of bandwidth tested in latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build

Microsoft is testing new USB4 2.0 standard with its latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build, with USB4 2.0 offering an absolutely blistering 80Gbps.

Windows 11's Copilot AI may get convenient drag and drop functionality that'd be a handy extraWindows 11's Copilot AI may get convenient drag and drop functionality that'd be a handy extra

Microsoft has plenty of ideas for its Copilot AI assistant, and this one falls in the category of a simple change, but a useful one for sure.

Copilot in your face? Microsoft is testing a Windows 11 change that's bound to be controversialCopilot in your face? Microsoft is testing a Windows 11 change that's bound to be controversial

Microsoft is experimenting with having Copilot AI appear as soon as Windows 11 boots, but it's not clear which users this will affect.

How will Cowriter AI work in Windows 11's Notepad? New leak gives us a good ideaHow will Cowriter AI work in Windows 11's Notepad? New leak gives us a good idea

Can't wait for Cowriter to appear in Windows 11's Notepad app? The full interface for this incoming AI feature has been spotted and posted on X.

Having Wi-Fi woes on Windows 11? Intel's new driver fixes a bunch of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth bugsHaving Wi-Fi woes on Windows 11? Intel's new driver fixes a bunch of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth bugs

Intel's PROSet Wi-Fi Software version 23.20.0 has arrived, bringing with it a fix for a nasty Windows 11 crash caused by heavy traffic on the network.

Windows 11 users, take note - literally - Notepad is rumored to get an AI 'Cowriter' soonWindows 11 users, take note - literally - Notepad is rumored to get an AI 'Cowriter' soon

WordPad might be ditched, but Microsoft continues to refine Notepad, and it seems that it's the next of Windows 11's default apps that'll get AI skills.

HP leak is another hint Windows 12 isn't coming this year - we'll get Windows 11 24H2 insteadHP leak is another hint Windows 12 isn't coming this year - we'll get Windows 11 24H2 instead

Leaked HP spec sheets for its Spectre notebooks suggest we'll get the Windows 11 2024 Update later this year as opposed to Windows 12.

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Not sure what something does in Windows 11? Take a screenshot and Copilot AI will tell youNot sure what something does in Windows 11? Take a screenshot and Copilot AI will tell you

Microsoft is rolling out a new piece of functionality that gives Copilot the ability to help users with finding their way around Windows 11.

Windows 11 gaming bugs get worse for testers as Microsoft struggles to fix the OSWindows 11 gaming bugs get worse for testers as Microsoft struggles to fix the OS

Nasty bugs causing havoc with some popular PC games have been hanging around in Windows 11 previews for months now, and more titles are now affected.

New stats make it clear: Windows 11 has a real problem getting Windows 10 users to upgradeNew stats make it clear: Windows 11 has a real problem getting Windows 10 users to upgrade

Statcounter shows Windows 11 has flatlined over the past few months in terms of adoption, and Windows 10 users aren't being tempted into upgrading.

Windows 11 gamers take note: ASRock is the first to support Dynamic Lighting for RGB devicesWindows 11 gamers take note: ASRock is the first to support Dynamic Lighting for RGB devices

Good news, gamers - ASRock is the first motherboard maker to introduce RGB lighting sync support for Windows 11's smart new Dynamic Lighting feature.

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Windows 11 23H2 can now be installed via Microsoft's Media Creation ToolWindows 11 23H2 can now be installed via Microsoft's Media Creation Tool

If you recall, there was a problem with the Media Creation Tool whereby it still installed the 22H2 incarnation - but that has now been fixed.

Can't install Windows 11 23H2 with Microsoft's Media Creation Tool? This is whyCan't install Windows 11 23H2 with Microsoft's Media Creation Tool? This is why

Microsoft has admitted that even though the Media Creation Tool says it'll install 23H2, it will fetch 22H2 - as optimization work is still required.

Windows 11 23H2 update is now out - but don't get too excitedWindows 11 23H2 update is now out - but don't get too excited

Microsoft's Windows 11 2023 Update, the big update for the year (aka 23H2), is now rolling out - but you may already have a lot of the main features here.

Windows 11 update reportedly has weird installation errors that can take time to recover fromWindows 11 update reportedly has weird installation errors that can take time to recover from

We've spotted reports of reboot loops that have tied up the Windows 11 PC for some time, frustrating some users - although this is a preview update.

Windows 11 can now open RAR, 7-Zip, and other compressed files natively... but there's a catchWindows 11 can now open RAR, 7-Zip, and other compressed files natively... but there's a catch

You can now un-RAR a RAR file in Windows 11 without the need to install WinRAR. But, there's no current support for password protected files.

Google is getting into PC games - kind of - by expanding the scope of the Google Play Games appGoogle is getting into PC games - kind of - by expanding the scope of the Google Play Games app

Google's put a different spin on its Google Play Games app for Windows 11 by including native PC titles, and not just Android games.

One of Copilot Pro's best features has arrived in the free version of the AI, to our surpriseOne of Copilot Pro's best features has arrived in the free version of the AI, to our surprise

Well, we were expecting that the latest GPT-4 Turbo model would come to the free spin on Copilot in time - but definitely not this swiftly.

Microsoft's Surface launch is on March 21 - and could be where AI really steps up to the plateMicrosoft's Surface launch is on March 21 - and could be where AI really steps up to the plate

New AI features are expected to include a huge stride forward with AI Explorer - a supercharged AI-powered search - and a big change to the Paint app.

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GEEKOM Mini IT12 with 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD on sale for just $389GEEKOM Mini IT12 with 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD on sale for just $389

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Want all your PC games to be HDR? NVIDIA GPUs could get a better option than Windows Auto HDRWant all your PC games to be HDR? NVIDIA GPUs could get a better option than Windows Auto HDR

RTX graphics card owners, rejoice - it looks like NVIDIA's HDR trickery for videos will come to games, too, and will be better than Windows 11's take.

Microsoft's goal behind killing support for its most popular operating system is workingMicrosoft's goal behind killing support for its most popular operating system is working

Microsoft announced it was killing support for its most popular operating system, and now we are starting to see the results of the announcement.

2024 could be the year all laptops get 16GB of RAM - and you can thank Microsoft's AI for that2024 could be the year all laptops get 16GB of RAM - and you can thank Microsoft's AI for that

It seems all new AI PCs, and more broadly all laptops, will be going for 16GB of RAM this year, as that's the minimum reportedly stipulated by Microsoft.

Microsoft admits latest Windows 10 update has a strange error, says it's working on a fixMicrosoft admits latest Windows 10 update has a strange error, says it's working on a fix

Security update that comes alongside the cumulative update for January has been misbehaving with installation failure errors on some PCs.

Windows 10's latest update is failing to install and confusing some users with a weird errorWindows 10's latest update is failing to install and confusing some users with a weird error

Windows 11's new update for January also has a scattering of reported problems, but it's too early to judge whether they'll have any real impact.

Windows 11 reviews
Seagate FireCuda 530 1TB SSD Review (tested with Windows 11)Seagate FireCuda 530 1TB SSD Review (tested with Windows 11)

It's here. Seagate's FireCuda 530 can reach speeds in excess of 7,300 MB/s and is the first SSD upgrade certified for PS5 use.

Windows 11: How to install the new Insider Preview build on your PCWindows 11: How to install the new Insider Preview build on your PC

Microsoft's next-gen Windows 11 is nearly here, with the Windows 11 Preview Build now out and here's a guide on how to install it.