The Latest Breaking News from Microsoft Store

A glorious day: Microsoft finally gives up pestering EU users about Edge

Chalk another one up to the Digital Markets Act.

PC Gamer · 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 · Jun 3, 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.

Windows Central · May 30, 2025

Microsoft's next Windows update isn't at all what users were searching for

Windows users wanted a better way to search, but all Microsoft found was feature creep

Laptop · May 9, 2025

Microsoft unveils "new generation of Windows experiences" — here's what's on the way to Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs

Microsoft just announced major Windows 11 and Copilot+ PC updates, adding a bunch of exclusive features and AI capabilities.

Windows Central · May 6, 2025

Oblivion Remastered got an update on PC Game Pass that broke upscaling just before the weekend

Bad timing.

PC Gamer · Apr 27, 2025

Windows 11 will soon lose the Maps app forever, affecting dozens of users — RIP a Windows Phone relic

Microsoft will remove the Windows Maps app from the Microsoft Store in July 2025, marking the end of a legacy app dating back to Windows Phone.

Windows Central · Apr 25, 2025

Xbox gamers are waking up to surprise treasure—free $5 or $10 Microsoft Store gift cards dropping into their inboxes like digital gold

The Spring sale is here, and Microsoft wants to get you started.

Windows Central · Apr 18, 2025

Intel Unison, a powerful free app bridging Android phones and PCs, is shutting down

Intel Unison is arguably the most powerful tool used to connect Android devices to PCs, but it won't be around for much longer.

Android Central · Apr 3, 2025

Two of my least favorite things about the Microsoft Store are about to get fixed

A major Microsoft Store update will improve downloads, game installs, and theme browsing. Plus, new AI Hub for Copilot+ PCs is rolling out.

Windows Central · Mar 24, 2025