NVIDIA has announced a time frame for ceasing Windows 10 driver support. The company is planning to discontinue Game Ready Driver releases for Microsoft's operating system by October 2026. This actually aligns with Microsoft's own support lifecycle for Windows 10, which will have an extra year of extended support for consumers that use OneDrive.
Microsoft to Open Source Windows App SDK
Microsoft has issued a detailed announcement regarding the Windows App SDK, which becomes open source. In this way, the company responded to developers' questions about inconsistent update schedules, delays in completing key milestones, and an unclear direction for the platform's development.
Windows 11 Build 26120.5733 (Beta) is out to Insiders
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26120.5733 (KB5062673) to Windows Insiders in the Beta channel. There are some new features, but not many of them. The release is mostly focused on fixed.
Windows 11 Build 26200.5733 (Dev) improves File Explorer and Settings
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26200.5733 (KB5062673) to Windows Insiders in the Dev channel. There are some new features, but not many of them. The release is mostly focused on fixed.
The “Xbox PC” brand has been renamed “Xbox on PC”
Microsoft is refining the branding of its PC gaming offerings. The company previously used the term "Xbox PC" in promotional content, but recent marketing visuals for Grounded 2 and Age of Mythology: Retold now feature the label "Xbox on PC."
Microsoft kills Windows 11 SE, Support Ends in 2026
Microsoft has announced the end of support for Windows 11 SE, a very special version of Windows launched in 2021 for budget education devices. The operating system was developed to compete with Chrome OS in the low-cost laptop segment.
Microsoft Surpasses $4 Trillion Market Capitalization
Microsoft has achieved a historic milestone, for the first time in its 50-year history to exceed a market capitalization of $4 trillion. This follows strong financial results that surpassed analyst forecasts and the release of the inaugural earnings report for its Azure cloud division.
Microsoft Updates Default Sign-In Screen with Dark Theme and New Design
Microsoft will introduce a new default background image for authentication screens used by both personal accounts and Microsoft Entra work or school accounts. The rollout begins in August 2025 for personal accounts and extends to Microsoft Entra accounts starting September 29, 2025.
Adobe is Testing Premiere Pro, Audition, After Effects, and Media Encoder for Windows 11 on Arm
Adobe has started a beta program for native Arm64 versions of its core creative applications, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and Media Encoder, designed specifically for Windows 11 on Arm devices. This move follows the company's earlier announcement of full Windows 11 on Arm support in May 2024, marking a significant step in optimizing performance for this platform.
Windows 11 Build 27913 (Canary) moves Settings search box to the top
Microsoft today released Windows 11 Build 27913 to Insiders on the Canary channel. It comes with a number of improvements. The Settings app now features a centrally located search box for improved accessibility. The Windows Vista boot sound no longer plays unexpectedly, restoring the correct Windows 11 startup sound. Underlying improvements address instances where the desktop background appeared black instead of the configured wallpaper. And more.
