Google has launched Chrome 143, accompanied by a stable release of Chromium, the open-source foundation of the Chrome browser. An Extended Stable branch remains available for users requiring additional time for updates, supported on an eight-week cycle. The next scheduled release, Chrome 144, is set for January 13, 2026.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Winaero Tweaker 1.64.1 is here
I am releasing Winaero Tweaker 1.64.1 to address some issues revealed since the last version. First of all, I have improved dark mode support in the app. Now all the dialogs are properly skinned. Second, I have fixed a couple of bugs and added a new feature that allows you to disable animation that plays on Windows 11 when you connect a new display to the computer. Here are the details.
Windows 11 Build 26220.7344 (Dev/Beta) Introduces Model Context Protocol
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26220.7344 (KB5070316) to Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels.
Microsoft Edge 143 Stable Released
Microsoft has released the stable version of Microsoft Edge 143, which includes several new features, improvements, and bug fixes. The full version tag is 143.0.3650.66.
Xbox app for Android now includes a built-in store and wishlist support
Microsoft is testing a major update to the Xbox app for Android, which brings two long-awaited features: a built-in store and wishlist support. Previously, attempting to purchase a game through the Xbox app would redirect you to the product's web page. This changed in the Xbox beta for Android.
Windows 11 Has Got a Redesigned Run Dialog
Much to the surprise, Microsoft is replacing the classic Run dialog in Windows 11. The iconic window has received a major user interface overhaul with new icons and overall style of the modern Fluent Design.
Recent Windows 11 updates may break the Start menu, taskbar, and other components
Microsoft has confirmed an issue in Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2 that can cause crashes in key operating system interface elements, including the Start menu, File Explorer, and the taskbar. The issue is known to primarily affect corporate computers and should not affect home users.
How to Disable Recommended in Start Menu on Windows 11
For who always wanted, this tutorial explains how to disable the Recommended in Start Menu and hide it with a simple Registry tweak. From the very first days of its existence, this new section drawn a lot of criticism due to the lack of customization options. Microsoft didn't include a single setting to hide the list of so-called "recommended" shortcuts, recent files, and even promoted apps, forcing the default layout on the user. Here's an easy way to change the things.
Winaero Tweaker 1.64 is out with new features
It is finally here. After more than a year hiatus, I am happy to introduce Winaero Tweaker 1.64. The app has got a number of new tweaks, the ability to increase the user interface font, and support for the dark theme (auto/light/dark). There are also a lot of fixes for known bugs and workarounds for some tweaks that stopped working in recent Windows 11 versions.
How to Change Drive Icon in Windows 11
In this tutorial I will show you how to customize drive icons you see in This PC folder of File Explorer on Windows 11. This nice option exists in many Windows versions, but none of them allow changing drive icons with ease. It exists as a hidden option in the Registry.
