Category: Software

A recent study has shed light on the network activity generated by 19 popular web browsers during their initial launch on a user’s PC. The analysis focuses on the number and nature of background service requests sent by these browsers, excluding traffic related to user interaction or web page content. These service requests are often used for tasks such as checking for updates, downloading security filters, serving ads, or retrieving data for start pages.

Microsoft has announced that users of the Microsoft Edge web browser can use the Copilot Vision feature absolutely free, without a Copilot Pro subscription. Currently, only users in the United States can take advantage of the offer.

Windows Recall is on the verge of being released for production Copilot+ PCs. After roughly a year of delays and six months of testing, Microsoft's much-discussed Recall feature has made its way to the Windows 11 Release Preview channel, a key milestone that typically precedes general availability.

Microsoft just rolled out a new update for the Copilot app on Windows (version 1.25034.133.0 and later), and it’s packed with new helpful features like File Search and Copilot Vision. The update is now available in the Microsoft Store for all Windows Insiders, no matter which update channel they’re on. However, Copilot Vision is currently only available to Insiders in the U.S.

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has published the source code for Altair BASIC, the first product that marked the beginning of the tech giant’s journey. In a post on his blog, Gates Notes, Gates reflected on the significance of this milestone in the company’s history.

At Microsoft’s 50th anniversary event , the company unveiled a major update to its AI assistant, Copilot. These upgrades aim to bring Copilot closer to the capabilities of other leading AI services like ChatGPT , Gemini, and Claude, while adding features that make it smarter, more personalized, and even more helpful in your daily life. Here’s a breakdown of what’s coming soon to Copilot.

Microsoft has released PowerToys 0.90 that features a new tool - CmdPal (stands for Command Palette). It is the new utility to launch apps, and install winget packages It features a more powerful calculator, bookmarks, and more. Consider it an evolved version of PowerToys Run.

Microsoft is rolling out a refreshed sign-in experience for personal Microsoft accounts, which users will encounter when accessing services like Outlook, Windows, Xbox, Microsoft 365, and others. This update introduces a modernized design aligned with the Fluent 2 style and adds support for a dark theme, particularly in the Xbox color scheme. The redesign aims to streamline the sign-in process by emphasizing passwordless authentication and improving the overall user experience.

Microsoft has introduced a new generative AI assistant called Copilot for Gaming, designed specifically to enhance the gaming experience for Xbox players. This assistant will be integrated into the Xbox mobile app, aiming to simplify gameplay by understanding and responding to users' needs.

Microsoft has announced that support for the Remote Desktop app available in the Microsoft Store will end on May 27, 2025. After that date, it will no longer be available for installation, nor will it be able to connect to Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, or Microsoft Dev Box.