Microsoft has unveiled the Surface Laptop 5G, a new addition to its premium laptop lineup designed for professionals requiring constant connectivity and high-performance computing. Scheduled for release on August 26, 2025, the device starts at $1,799 and marks the first 5G-enabled model in the Surface Laptop series.
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How to Enable AI-Powered Tab Grouping in Firefox
Starting in Firefox 141, you can enable AI-powered tab grouping to organize your tabs faster. It uses a local model (and doesn't leak your data anywhere), suggests group names and which tabs to include in the group. By default, this interesting feature is disabled. But you can easily activate it by following steps in this tutorial.
Firefox 141 Released with AI-Powered Tab Grouping, WebGPU Support, and Enhanced Security
Mozilla has released Firefox 141, introducing a range of new features, performance improvements, and critical security updates. Simultaneously, long-term support versions have been updated to 140.1.0, 115.26.0, and 128.13.0. The Firefox 142 branch has entered beta testing, with a planned release on August 19.
Microsoft Works to Improve Windows 11’s Slow Performance
Since the launch of Windows 11 in October 2021, users have consistently reported performance-related issues, particularly on hardware with hybrid processor architectures. Many have observed minimal improvements in system responsiveness and gaming performance compared to Windows 10. Others note that the new OS is sluggish in everyday use.
Microsoft Closes Movies & TV Section in Microsoft Store
Microsoft winded down the Movies & TV section of the Microsoft Store. Users will no longer be able to purchase movies and TV shows on both Windows PCs and Xbox consoles.
Windows 11 is Getting Shared Audio to Use Multiple Outputs at Once
Microsoft introduces a new Shared Audio feature in the latest Windows 11 Insider builds on the Beta and Dev channels. It allows users to direct sound output to multiple devices simultaneously. It is possible to use it with two sets of headphones, or use with speakers and headphones at the same time, and so on. The option is available in the Quick Settings panel, featuring a newly added "Shared audio" button next to the existing "Project" option.
Windows 11 Build 26200.5710 Released to Insiders in the Dev Channel
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26200.5710 (KB5062676) to Insiders in the Dev channel, featuring several new AI features, and the ability to create logs for OS slowdowns. Copilot+ PCs can now use a Click-to-Do action "Describe image". There are also various fixes and improvements.
Windows 11 Build 26120.4741 (Beta) Can Now Create an OS Slowdown Report
Microsoft has released a new build of Windows 11, version 24H2. It raises the OS version to Build 26120.4741 (KB5062678), and is now available to Insider program participants in the Beta channel.
Microsoft Expands Use of AI in Code Reviews (up to 90% of all pull requests)
Microsoft has revealed the extent of its use of artificial intelligence (AI) in software development, noting that its AI-powered Coding Assistant plays a central role in code reviews. The tool, developed through collaboration between Microsoft’s engineering and AI teams, currently processes more than 600,000 pull requests (PRs) per month, representing nearly 90% of all PRs at the company.
In Google Search, AI Can Now Make Calls on Users’ Behalf
Google is rolling out a series of significant updates to its search engine, integrating new artificial intelligence capabilities to solve complex tasks. Those include advanced language models, deep search functionality, and AI-powered calling features for local services.
