Microsoft a preview release of Windows 11, Build 26220.5790 (KB5065779), to Windows Insiders in the Dev channel. It adds several new features on Copilot+ PCs. Please note that the major build number for the Dev channel has changed to 26220. Windows 11 version 25H2 will have a major build number of 26200, and it is already available in the Release Preview ring.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Mozilla Extends Firefox 115 ESR Support on Windows 7/8 to March 2026
Mozilla has announced an extension of support for Firefox 115 ESR (Extended Support Release), now maintaining the branch until March 2026. This update adjusts the previous timeline, which had initially scheduled end-of-life for March 2025 and was later revised to September 2025.
Chrome 140 Released with IP Hiding and Script Blocking
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Microsoft unveiled two of its own AI models, MAI-Voice-1 and MAI-1-preview
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