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Microsoft Teams users are outraged at a new 'Unlock Premium' banner, raising questions about Microsoft's UX designs: "This seems really unprofessional"

Teams users worldwide are unhappy with a new “Unlock Premium” banner, accusing Microsoft of using misplaced upselling tactics and other poor design choices.

Windows Central · Apr 29

A critical Windows 11 bug has locked some users out of the C: drive, Microsoft admits — here's what you can do if you're affected

We've got another significant Windows 11 bug to report, which seems to be mostly impacting Samsung laptops.

TechRadar · Mar 14

Microsoft Copilot is getting its own "Snipping Tool" for sharing screenshots directly to the AI in Windows — and it's more privacy-friendly than Windows Recall

Microsoft is developing a screenshot tool for Copilot to help users "communicate visual context more easily and receive more accurate, actionable assistance."

Windows Central · Mar 6

Windows 11 SSD failures could be caused by glitchy drive firmware – here's what you need to know

Mystery around SSD failures takes another twist, but we shouldn't be leaping to any conclusions here.

TechRadar · Sep 8, 2025

Report suggests Windows 10's Game Bar is crashing with some high-end AMD Ryzen CPUs - and I hope Microsoft will investigate soon

The Game Bar has a crucial feature for some Ryzen X3D CPUs - and it's now broken, which is seriously bad news.

TechRadar · Aug 6, 2025

Some Windows 10 PCs are reportedly being offered a Windows 11 upgrade even though they don't support the OS – here's what to do if this happens to you

There are scattered reports of a Windows 11 upgrade popping up on Windows 10 PCs that aren't eligible for the OS, and it looks like a bug.

TechRadar · Jul 30, 2025

Windows 11 24H2 updates are still failing on Western Digital's SN770, despite the fact that a fix came out 8 months ago — here's what to do if you're stuck

Microsoft is blocking Windows 11 version 24H2 on systems with WD Black SN770 SSDs due to a firmware issue, yet offers no clear guidance to users despite a firmware fix having been available since October 2024.

Tom’s Hardware · Jun 20, 2025

Windows 11’s new webcam settings will make adjusting resolution a breeze — no extra software needed

Windows 11 will soon let users adjust webcam resolution directly from Settings, offering easier customization without needing extra software.

TechRadar · Dec 6, 2024

Oops! Windows 11 update is reportedly telling users their PC is outdated – even if it's not

A recent Windows 11 update is causing confusion by incorrectly warning some users that their OS version has reached its end of service.

TechRadar · Nov 14, 2024

Voicemeeter app sets off Blue Screen of Death woes — here’s what you need to know

Microsoft’s Windows 11 24H2 update causes Blue Screen of Death crashes for users running Voicemeeter, prompting a block on updates.

TechRadar · Oct 21, 2024