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Google Releases Chrome 137 with New Features and Security Enhancements

Google has released Chrome 137 that is bringing new features like integrated Gemini chatbot support for Windows and macOS, enhanced AI-powered phishing detection, and improved privacy protections. The update also removes the --load-extension flag for security reasons and discontinues SwiftShader fallback in WebGL for better system integrity. The update now available alongside a stable update to the open-source Chromium project. The Chromium project serves as Chrome’s foundation. Chrome includes additional features not found in Chromium, such as Google branding, automatic updates, DRM support, and crash reporting.

Windows 11 Start Menu Revealed as Resource-Heavy React Native App, Sparks Performance Concerns

Recent observations from users on the social platform X have uncovered performance issues tied to the Windows 11 Start Menu, revealing that the component is built using React Native - a framework known for its cross-platform flexibility but criticized for inefficiency in system-level applications.

Windows will soon update all your apps from Windows Update

Microsoft has launched a private preview for a new Windows Update orchestration platform, designed to provide a more unified and coordinated approach to managing updates across applications, drivers, and Windows components. In simple words, your regular apps will be updated from Windows Update.

Firefox 139 Released with Custom Wallpaper for NTP and Link Preview Support

Mozilla has officially released the Firefox 139 web browser. The company has also issued updates for the long-term support branches: Firefox 115.24.0 and Firefox 128.11.0. Meanwhile, Mozilla has moved the Firefox 140 branch into the beta testing phase, with the final release scheduled for June 24, 2025.

Edge 136 Stable Features Copilot Integration on the New Tab Page

Microsoft has announced the availability of Edge 136.0.3240.92. The update is now available for everyone with new enhancements that improve productivity. For that, you will find more seamless integration of AI-powered capabilities via Copilot directly on the New Tab Page (NTP).

Windows 11 Build 26120.4161 (Beta) greatly improves Widgets and Click to Do

Microsoft today released a new Beta channel build to Windows Insiders. Windows 11, Build 26120.4161 (KB5058515) represents version 24H2, and comes with a number of new features and improvements: "Draft with Copilot in Word" is coming soon to Click to Do. Highlight text, press Win + click, and let Copilot help draft content effortlessly. Requires Microsoft 365 Copilot subscription. Lock Screen Customization now allows adding, removing, and rearranging widgets like Weather and Traffic. The Widgets panel supports multiple dashboards for better organization. Other updates include smarter app recommendations in the "Open With" dialog, new PC migration tools, and refreshed Settings menus with a Windows 11 design.

Windows 11 Build 27863 (Canary) Comes with Fixes for Safe Mode and Sandbox

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build  27863, to Windows Insiders participants using the Canary channel. Key changes  include Post-quantum cryptography, and various fixes. The latter includes reliability improvements for the Safe Mode and Windows Sandbox.

Snipping Tool on Windows 11 Gets Exciting New Feature: GIF Screen Recording

Microsoft continues to enhance the built-in tools of Windows 11, and the Snipping Tool app is becoming more feature-rich. The Redmond firm is adding a screen recording feature that exports directly to GIF, making it easier than ever to capture and share short visual explanations that perfectly suit for web.

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