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Is Microsoft finally going to de-spam Windows 11 search? It looks that way — and I'm shocked that my most-wanted change could be incoming

Windows 11 search could soon get a vital change to make it more usable.

TechRadar

Don't tell Xbox, but Halo: Campaign Evolved screenshots have leaked through the Microsoft Store and revealed space combat

For the first time since Halo Reach

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How to start playing Forza Horizon 6 before release

Pretend you're a Kiwi.

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Windows 11 KB5083631 update released with major explorer.exe reliability upgrades, AI agent support, Xbox mode, and more

Windows 11's optional non-security preview update for April 2026 has finally been released, and includes a number of quality of life improvements and changes that are now rolling out.

Windows Central

I used ChatGPT Tasks to track video game deals and these 2 discounts were too good to pass up

With ChatGPT Tasks, I set up automated gaming discount alerts that the chatbot carried out—this led me to discovering two awesome video game deals that I just couldn’t pass up.

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Microsoft says, for once, Windows update isn't to blame for Galaxy Book4 laptops losing access to C: drive — the Galaxy Connect app was the culprit, and it's been taken down from Microsoft Store

Microsoft and Samsung investigated a widely reported issue with Galaxy Book 4 devices and said the Galaxy Connect app was the culprit. These laptops were losing access to the C: drive and, initially, people thought it had something to do with Windows Update. Microsoft has posted recovery steps for those…

Tom’s Hardware

The 10 biggest changes coming to Windows 11 Insiders this March — and why they matter

Windows 11's March 2026 Insider builds add custom user folder names in setup, improved debloat policies, new admin protections, and other changes.

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This third‑party Windows 11 app just fixed one of its most annoying design problems — because someone had to step in and do it

Files app update improves context menus and bug fixes, making file management better for users.

Windows Central

Microsoft brings Windows restore to more enterprise devices - so you don't have to worry about continuous backups

Windows Backup for Organizations now prompts users at first sign-in to reinstate previous settings and app configurations.

TechRadar

Microsoft just made a command line version of the Microsoft Store for Windows 11 — install and update your apps without a GUI

You can now find, install, and update Microsoft Store apps using a command prompt on Windows 10 and Windows 11 PCs. No GUI required.

Windows Central

Microsoft expands Windows backup to include restore at first sign-in

Windows 11 users will be able to restore settings to the very first sign-in.

TechRadar

How to redeem Xbox and Microsoft Store codes and gift cards

Want to redeem that shiny new Xbox Gift Card code? Maybe an Xbox Game Pass time card code? Perhaps it's even a new game?! Here's how you do it.

Windows Central

Instead of a Microsoft Wrapped, we got a recap — and it’s noticeably light on the company’s biggest controversies

Microsoft published a positive year-in-review for its Store, but it leaves out shutdowns, missing features, and criticism that shaped 2025.

Windows Central

Next Football Manager 26 Console and Touch Update Delayed Until the New Year

Days after it was made available for the Steam Beta Track, Update 5 (26.1.1) for Football Manager 26 is now available across Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store. The update is significant and contains over 300 fixes, mostly concerning “player and staff contract logic, under the hood improvements to…

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Dislike the look of Windows 11? The Microsoft Store is your unlikely savior.

Windows 11 users frustrated with its look now have an easier way to customize it, thanks to a new Themes section in the Microsoft Store.

Windows Central

Windows 11 will soon show Microsoft Store app download recommendations in the "open with" menu

An upcoming change to Windows 11 will see the "open with" interface recommend apps from the Microsoft Store when dealing with files with no default app set or unknown extensions.

Windows Central

Microsoft Store Awards 2025 lean heavily on AI and overlook obvious standouts — community voting has been ditched

Microsoft’s Store Awards 2025 are heavily focused on AI, ignoring community input and featuring odd choices like naming a 2024 game as the 2025 Game of the Year winner.

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Microsoft adds new "app updates" page to Windows 11's Settings app for updating certain apps using Windows Update

A new "app updates" page has appeared in the Windows Settings app on Windows 11 in the latest preview builds, providing the ability to update apps using Windows Update.

Windows Central

Uninstalling apps on Windows 11 is about to get much easier — and it’s long overdue

Microsoft is rolling out a handy uninstall option inside the Store library, giving Windows 11 users a faster way to remove apps without digging into Settings.

Windows Central

Fortnite for Xbox PC and Xbox Ally devices is currently broken for many — but a fix is on the way (Update: Fixed!)

Epic Games' big Xbox PC store debut has hit something of a snag, with the download button only offering a 10MB broken executable rather than the full game.

Windows Central

A brilliant new app makes your Xbox Ally look cleaner with proper Steam artwork

Your Xbox Ally finally looks like a real storefront powered by proper artwork.

Windows Central

Microsoft takes a swing at Ninite with its own multi-app install package feature powered by the Microsoft Store

The online Microsoft Store now supports creating a single install package for multiple apps at once, similar to Ninite, but powered by the Microsoft Store.

TechRadar

Windows 11 now forcibly updates apps from the Microsoft Store – and not everyone is happy

Don't want forced updates for your Windows 11 apps? Microsoft Store no longer gives you a choice in the matter.

Windows Central

Microsoft limits control over app updates in Windows 11 — users can only pause for 5 weeks

A recent change to the Microsoft Store app has disabled the ability to turn off automatic updates. Now, you can only pause automatic updates for up to 5 weeks.

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