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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 · Dec 5, 2025

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.

Windows Central · Dec 5, 2025

How to preload Renegades in Destiny 2

The "pre" is subjective.

Destructoid · Dec 1, 2025

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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 · Nov 26, 2025

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 · Nov 25, 2025

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 · Nov 18, 2025

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 · Nov 11, 2025

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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.

Windows Central · Nov 5, 2025

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.

TechRadar · Oct 22, 2025

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.

Windows Central · Oct 21, 2025

Microsoft Rewards teases upcoming Fall gift card sale — Why you should save your points now

Microsoft Rewards is teasing a major gift card sale for October. Save your points now to get the best deals on Xbox, Amazon, and other gift cards.

Windows Central · Sep 16, 2025

Microsoft just dropped its Store fees for Windows developers

Independent developers can now distribute their apps via the Microsoft Store for free.

TechRadar · Sep 11, 2025

Microsoft Store drops fees for individual developers — Apple still charges $99 per year

Publishing apps to the Microsoft Store is now free for individual developers. The requirement for a credit card has also been removed.

Windows Central · Sep 11, 2025

9 new features coming with the September 2025 Security Update for Windows 11

The Windows 11 September 2025 update introduces a new Recall homepage, a redesigned Windows Hello UI, a Settings AI agent, and more new features.

Windows Central · Sep 7, 2025

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Windows Central · Sep 2, 2025

CoD: WWII returns to the Microsoft Store and Xbox after a 41-day unplanned, controversial removal. Here's why.

Sledgehammer Games' Call of Duty: WWII was added to the Microsoft Store at the end of June, only to be removed on July 4 due to RCE hacks. 41 days later, WWII is back on the storefront.

Tom’s Hardware · Aug 17, 2025

Microsoft Store change removes the ability to stop App updates — pausing automatic updates now limited to a 5-week duration

Microsoft wants to keep you safe by ensuring that you always update your apps.

Windows Central · Jul 31, 2025

The Microsoft Store on Windows 11 is actually great now — here's why you should be using it in 2025

The Microsoft Store is now an incredible, reliable, and safe place to discover and download apps on Windows. Everyone should be using it, and it's time to give it another chance if you're not.

Windows Central · Jul 25, 2025

7 things you didn’t know your Microsoft account does on Windows 11

A Microsoft account is more than a method to sign in. In this guide, I'll show you several ways the service works behind the scenes on Windows 11, including managing devices, storing recovery keys, syncing settings, and what you need to do to improve your privacy.

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Windows Central · Jul 18, 2025

4 features on Windows 11 exclusive to Europe that Microsoft should make global

Windows 11 features, such as uninstalling Edge, are currently only available in Europe, but they should be available globally.

Windows Central · Jul 2, 2025

I made 21 tweaks in Windows 11 to increase gaming performance — and they worked

On Windows 11, you can configure a slew of settings and features to improve gaming performance. In this guide, I'll show you 21 ways to optimize your PC.

Windows Central · Jun 17, 2025

This Xbox game emotionally wrecked me in less than four hours... I'm going to go hug my cat now

Copycat is a beloved narrative-adventure indie game that has now released on Xbox and PlayStation, and it broke my heart in a few short hours. It's great.

Windows Central · Jun 17, 2025

I've tried Copilot Vision: It felt creepy, yet somewhat useful — Here's my take

I let Copilot Vision look at my screen, and it was both surprisingly useful and deeply flawed. Here’s my take on how it works, what it gets right, and where it still falls short on Windows 11.

Windows Central · Jun 6, 2025

I wish this version of the Microsoft Store shipped 10 years ago

The Microsoft Store is getting a revamp with Copilot, faster search, and a personalized homepage tailored to your needs.

Windows Central · Jun 3, 2025

Windows 11 will finally stop nagging you to set Edge as your default browser — but only in some markets

As part of its continued efforts to make Windows compliant with the Digital Markets Act, Microsoft has announced further changes to the Windows OS that will reduce its insistence on using first party apps and services.

Windows Central · May 30, 2025

12 apps every Windows 11 power user should install on a new PC

I'm highlighting 12 must-have apps that every Windows 11 power user should install on a fresh setup.

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