Microsoft may allow uninstall the Recall feature with a couple of clicks. The appropriate option is now exposed in optional features of Windows 11 in Insider builds.
How to Access NAS After Installing Windows 11 24H2
After updating to Windows 11 24H2 you may face access errors 0xc000a000, -1073700864, STATUS_INVALID_SIGNATURE or The cryptographic signature is invalid when opening NAS. The reason is a change in Windows 11 that makes the mandatory use of SMB signing for all outgoing packets. It may cause a flow of issues with accessing plent of network access storage devices when Windows 11 24H2 will hit the market.
All Apps Category view in Windows 11 Start menu is getting its final shape
Microsoft has made significant progress with the new Category layout for the All Apps view in Windows 11. The Start menu now has working groups with icons. The app sorting has been optimized: The Start menu creates groups more carefully, and they now match all categories available in the Store. The app icons in groups tiles have got hints that show the app name (but there are still no labels).
Windows 11 24H2 now receives its own Preview updates
Microsoft has started releasing the "D" branch updates for Windows 11, version 24H2. The first one on this way is KB5041865, which is now available for all editions of the OS. Windows 11 Build 26100.1591 Preview improves Explorer, Widgets, Sharing, and much more.
How to Disable Google Lens in the Chrome Browser
Google has added tight Lens integration to Chrome 127 and onward. Its button appears in the URL box, in the search flyout (Ctrl + F), and in the main menu. If you do not use Google Lens, you may find this change pretty annoying. Here is how to disable Google Lens in the Chrome browser and remove the Lens button from everywhere.
Windows 11 Build 22635.4082 (Beta) improves notifications, Lock Screen, and Settings
Microsoft has released Windows 11 (version 23H2) Build 22635.4082 (KB5041876) to Windows Insider program participants in the Beta channel. It includes a few UI changes and exclusive fixes for insiders with the Get the latest updates as soon as they're available option, and some general improvements for the rest of the users.
Windows 10 may soon get an updated Start menu with extra ads
Microsoft is updating the Start menu in Windows 10 by moving the user profile icon to different positions. It can now appear at the top right below the hamburger icon. Another position is next to the shutdown button. Besides, Microsoft has backported the new account manager from Windows 11 that includes a promotion of the Microsoft 365 subscription.
Edge 128 and Chrome 128 stable released with several improvements
Two major browser market players have updated their browsers. Both Edge 128 and Chrome 128 stable are available for downloads. Microsoft's browser boasts with Edge Bar improvements, but drops CPUs without SSE3. Chrome 128 comes with Isolated Web Apps, HDR for WebGPU, and standardized CSS zoom support.
Windows 10 Build 19045.4842 (Beta & Release Preview) comes with several fixes
Microsoft has released Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4842 (KB5041582) to insiders running the OS in both Beta and Release Preview channels. It comes with a number of fixes to Bluetooth, input, and others.
Microsoft Opens Pre-Sales for Three New Xbox Series X/S Consoles
Microsoft has opened pre-orders for 3 new Xbox Series X and Series S console models slated for release in October. The new devices were initially revealed at the Xbox Game Showcase in June and boast the expanded storage, despite keeping most specs unchanged.
