Microsoft currently tests a refined version of the Windows 11 context menu to address user feedback and make it more compact. The company initially introduced a simplified context menu to reduce visual clutter. However, third-party applications and even inbox apps have gradually reintroduced numerous entries, causing the menu to grow as lengthy as the legacy version, and appear even bigger!
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Full-screen Xbox app mode is coming to all Windows 11 device types
Microsoft has expanded access to the “Xbox Full-Screen Experience,” making it available on all Windows 11 devices, including PCs, laptops, and tablets. The move follows direct user feedback. Testing begins with Windows 11 Insider Build 26220.7271 in both the Dev and Beta channels.
Windows 11 Notepad Now Supports Table Formatting
Microsoft is rolling out Notepad version 11.2510.6.0 to Windows 11 Insiders in the Dev and Canary channels. This update adds two new features: Advanced table formatting support and streaming results for AI-powered text features. Here are the details.
Windows 11 Build 26220.7271 (Dev and Beta) introduce Point-in-Time Restore
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26220.7271 (KB5070307) to Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels. Insiders in the Beta channel will now receive builds based on version 25H2, just like Insiders in the Dev channel. This update is currently recommended.
Microsoft Celebrates 40 Years of Windows with One Billion Active Users
Microsoft marks four decades since the debut of its Windows operating system. The project began as “Interface Manager,” a graphical layer built atop DOS. It was renamed “Windows” shortly before its official release in 1985.
PowerToys 0.96 Greatly Improves PowerRename, Advanced Paste, ZoomIt and Much More
Microsoft has issued version 0.96 of its PowerToys utility suite. This release introduces an updated interface for the Advanced Paste functionality, enabling connectivity to multiple AI models. It also includes enhancements to the Command Palette, adds support for file metadata in PowerRename, and other improvements here and there.
Microsoft is Restoring the Agenda View in Windows 11 Calendar Flyout
Microsoft has confirmed the return of a highly requested feature to Windows 11. The OS will again show upcoming calendar events directly within the taskbar’s calendar pop-up. This functionality, present in Windows 10, had been absent since the launch of Windows 11. The change was heavily criticized by users. The company plans to begin testing the updated interface next month.
Microsoft has introduced new ways to recover Windows 11 in case of a failure
Windows 11 will feature several new recovery tools and features to help users and IT professionals get their PC back up and running in the event of a serious crash caused by a problematic update or a malfunctioning driver.
Microsoft is tightening driver requirements in Windows 11
Microsoft has announced significant revisions to its driver development and signing policies for Windows. The updated guidelines, previously applicable only to antivirus software vendors, now extend to a broader category of driver developers.
Windows 11 will get several new AI features in 2026
Microsoft today announced several new AI-powered features that will be available in Windows 11 in 2026. Those are designed to optimize workflows and simplify interaction with the operating system using neural network technologies.
