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The Windows 11 Microsoft shipped in 2021 and the Windows 11 we have in 2026 are worlds apart — this is the full breakdown of what changed

Windows 11 has evolved over the past five years. See how the Start menu, Taskbar, File Explorer, Search, AI, performance, and setup have changed.

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Devs blame Windows for VLC media player bug that causes 33-second delay when playing MP3 files — creators allege Microsoft Defender blocking plugin cache is to blame

VLC developers say a Windows 11 issue involving Microsoft Defender can interfere with the media player's plugin cache and cause unusually long playback delays.

Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft confirms that it will begin shipping major Windows 11 Taskbar and Start menu updates very soon: Big OS update enters final preview phase before public rollout begins

The ability to move and resize the Taskbar, as well as customize the size and layout of the Start menu should begin rolling out imminently, if the latest Windows 11 preview builds are anything to go by.

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The 256GB laptop is the new 32GB phone — and it’s quietly pushing you into cloud subscriptions

Many laptops start with 256GB of storage. Unfortunately, that doesn't tend to last long, which could inevitably force you into cloud subscriptions.

Tom’s Guide

Windows 11 is finally on the brink of restoring full taskbar movement — a reversal of one of its most controversial design decisions

You can now move your Windows 11 taskbar if you're an Insider. That option will ship in just a few weeks to non-Insiders.

Windows Central

The ultimate Mac dock? Ivanky unveils a 26-port Apple Silicon powerhouse that Windows users can't use

iVANKY's FusionDock Ultra combines 26 ports, quad 6K displays, 120Gbps bandwidth, 10Gb Ethernet, and 140W charging for Apple Silicon Macs.

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Microsoft Defender vs. VLC: Which is causing MP3s to take 30 seconds to load?

Opening MP3 files in VLC can take over 30 seconds due to a bug. A well-known game designer argued the issue shows what's wrong with open source software.

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'This one just needs a script': Researchers find ultimate Windows kill switch which can disable antivirus with almost no user interaction

Microsoft fixed it as part of the April Patch Tuesday cumulative update, but there are other fixes and mitigations available, too.

TechRadar

Did the Surface Phone FINALLY leak? The Windows Central Podcast breaks down what we know about the mysterious Windows Phone prototype, plus a recap of the latest news from Windows and Xbox

On this week's episode: Zac and Jez sit down to discuss the newly leaked images of a mysterious Windows Phone prototype from 2013, plus the latest from Windows and Xbox.

Windows Central

VPN Super Unlimited review: fast and cheap but too barebones to compete

Does a star-studded executive team translate to a top-tier budget VPN? Our VPN Super Unlimited review weighs speed and streaming against missing security essentials.

TechRadar

Modder straps two desktop CPU coolers to ZTE handset, turns smartphone into a gaming PC — Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC with 24GB of RAM runs The Witcher 3 at 1080p ultra

The heavily modified ZTE Nubia Z70 Ultra uses two full-size CPU coolers to keep its Snapdragon 8 Elite running under sustained loads, while Termux, Linux and compatibility layers turn it into a makeshift desktop PC.

Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft's nemesis drops new zero-day privilege escalation vulnerability — attack grants system-level privileges, but it could already be patched

Nightmare Eclipse drops ShieldBreak, another Windows zero-day privilege escalation vulnerability, but Microsoft has rushed quickly to block it with Defender

Tom’s Hardware

North Korea's Lazarus Uses Quantum-Resistant Encryption To Hide Zero-Day Attacks on Defence and Aviation Firms

Lazarus exploited a Windows flaw before its patch, using quantum-resistant encryption and compromised servers to conceal the operation

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A YouTuber just stress-tested a Snapdragon X2 laptop for 17 hours straight

YouTuber DevonDoesTech ran a 17-hour live stream on the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite.

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Microsoft's nemesis returns: Nightmare Eclipse is back with a new zero day which could be bad news for Windows users

This is the tenth zero-day the disgruntled researcher disclosed, and yet another released soon after a Patch Tuesday.

Windows Central

The guy who built Windows Task Manager in 1996 just remade it with a cyberpunk vibe — but there's one big issue for PC users

The creator of the original Windows Task Manager has returned with an updated version, and it probably doesn't look anything like what you think. The big problem? Task Manager OG is currently only available for macOS, with Windows support coming soon. Here's what it looks like and why you might…

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1 in 3 Windows users have 'fallen into a reset trap' and can't escape Edge — I think it's high time Microsoft stopped messing around with default browser choices

Users report encountering 'challenges' when trying to change their default browser, and being stuck with Edge when they don't want it.

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Leaked IdeaPad looks like a proper MacBook Neo rival — but I don't think Lenovo can beat Apple on price

'Pretty sure it won't share the same build quality': Lenovo's new laptop with MacBook Neo vibes is leaked, but skeptics are worried it won't match Apple's quality.

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Hands-on with AltTabby, Stardock's replacement for the Windows 11 Alt+Tab experience

Stardock's AltTabby brings customizable views, search, and smart grouping to the Windows 11 Alt+Tab experience. I went hands-on with the brand-new app.

Tom’s Guide

New Windows zero-day flaw could give hackers deep access to your PC — how to stay safe

Two different Windows flaws popped up this week. What connects them is that both could give bad actors system privileges.

TechRadar

Redditor turns Android phone into a desktop PC in a stroke of genius, sandwiching it between two huge CPU coolers so it runs Witcher 3 at 1080p ultra

Nubia Z70 Ultra smartphone is transformed into a desktop PC in a remarkable fashion, drawing plenty of admiring oohs and ahhs.

TechRadar

Windows 11's August update has arrived — here are 3 reasons to download it, including turbocharged app launching

A speed-boosting feature that was previously for Windows 11 menus only now works with apps too.

PC Gamer

It looks like Windows updates might actually be speeding up the OS now

Less AI, more performance improvements: I'm here for it.

Windows Central

New research shows Windows 11 keeps undermining basic browser choice with harmful design tactics

A survey from the Browser Choice Alliance says Windows 11 makes changing default browsers harder than it should be. Most users want one‑click control, but many report resets, prompts, and links opening in Edge anyway.

Windows Central

Microsoft says Windows 11 KB5101684 makes your PC more reliable, especially on devices with low amounts of system memory: PCs with 8GB RAM or less should feel more responsive

Windows 11 is getting more reliability and performance upgrades with its latest update, which will benefit PCs with low amounts of system memory.

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