Windows 11 users stage protest amid Microsoft’s plans to impose Outlook web app and replace UWP

Windows 11 users stage protest amid Microsoft’s plans to impose Outlook web app and replace UWP

Legacy Mail and Calendar apps on Windows 10 are being phased out by Microsoft. The company plans to migrate users to the new Outlook, which will replace the existing apps. While Windows 11 includes Mail and Calendar apps, Microsoft aims to consolidate all apps into the web-based Outlook.com. The retirement of the current UWP Mail…

Will Chrome’s side panel mirror Microsoft Edge? Google Bard integration on the horizon.

Will Chrome’s side panel mirror Microsoft Edge? Google Bard integration on the horizon.

Google Chrome has introduced a new feature called the side panel, which bears a resemblance to Microsoft Edge’s sidebar functionality. Initially limited to customization options, the side panel now integrates features from Google Search, hinting at a potential integration of Bard or Search Generative Experience (SGE) into the browser. With this update, users can now…

Impending Arrival of Microsoft’s Windows 11 Copilot, Enhanced by Third-Party AI Plugins

Impending Arrival of Microsoft’s Windows 11 Copilot, Enhanced by Third-Party AI Plugins

Windows Copilot, the centralized AI integration tool, is set to introduce third-party plugins, according to Microsoft. The company is currently seeking feedback from developers to shape the future of these plugins for Windows 11. Previously, we reported on the presence of first-party AI plugins that bridge the gap between Bing-powered Copilot and Windows 11. Microsoft…

Review of the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i

Review of the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i

The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i is a remarkable and one-of-a-kind laptop with dual screens that offers practicality and functionality in specific scenarios. Unsurprisingly, since its debut at CES 2023 in January, the Yoga Book 9i has created a buzz. Many Microsoft enthusiasts immediately drew comparisons to Microsoft’s canceled Surface Neo product, which is understandable. However,…

Windows Insider Canary Channel adds new features from the Dev Channel

Windows Insider Canary Channel adds new features from the Dev Channel

Microsoft has recently launched two new preview builds of Windows 11 for Insiders on the Canary and Dev Channels. The Canary build 25915 introduces various new features that have been tested on the Dev Channel, while the Dev build 23511 brings changes to Windows Spotlight, notifications in the System Tray, and Phone Link. Let’s dive…

Download Windows 11 KB5028254 Update – Latest Installer Released

Download Windows 11 KB5028254 Update – Latest Installer Released

Windows 11 KB5028254 update for version 22H2 is now available with numerous improvements. One of the notable fixes addresses a bug that affected the notifications platform. Additionally, Microsoft has provided direct download links for offline installers of Windows 11 KB5028254, offering an alternative method for installation if the patch cannot be installed via Windows Update….

Examining the Influence of AI in Microsoft’s F23Q4 (Premium)

Examining the Influence of AI in Microsoft’s F23Q4 (Premium)

Yesterday, Microsoft disclosed its financial results for the final quarter of its fiscal 2023. Let’s take a closer look at this quarter, focusing on the consumer businesses that are significant to us here at Thurrott.com. We will also examine whether the cost of AI is starting to impact the company’s bottom line. To begin with,…

Bug Fixing Updates Released for Windows Insider Beta Channel

Bug Fixing Updates Released for Windows Insider Beta Channel

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 builds 22631.2115 and 22621.2115 for Insiders on the Beta Channel. These builds come with bug fixes, although last week’s flight introduced new 23H2 features such as the ability to use Windows Ink for handwriting. Among the bug fixes included in these builds, is a solution for inaccurate brightness settings…

Google Expands Beta of Play Games on PC, Introducing New Games and Expanding to New Markets

Google Expands Beta of Play Games on PC, Introducing New Games and Expanding to New Markets

Google Play Games Beta on PC has made a major announcement, unveiling several significant updates. With hundreds of new games added, the platform now offers a vast selection of gaming options to users. Not only that, but Google Play Games Beta on PC has also expanded its reach, becoming available in 60 new markets. This…