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Microsoft tells us Windows 11 has hit a billion users — and if you're confused because you thought it was a failing OS, here's what's going on

Windows 11 has hit a billion users – and faster than Windows 10 – so how does that work given all the hate aimed at Microsoft's newest OS?

TechRadar

Microsoft says Windows 11 now has one billion users, 'up 45% year-over-year', which is probably no surprise after Windows 10 was put out to pasture

It's not like we had too many other options. Yes, I know, Linux.

PC Gamer

I couldn't be happier, as Windows 11's cross-device resume update offers more for Android

Windows 11 is prepping a new update that focuses on expanding its cross-device resume feature for Android phones.

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Panther Lake vs Apple M5 benchmarks — 'Intel has done the incredible'

We just tested the new Intel Core Ultra Series 3 chips, and Apple is now officially on notice. Here are our benchmark results between Panther Lake and the Apple M5 chip.

Tom’s Guide

Xbox revenue plummets — and Microsoft’s own first‑party lineup is the culprit, raising tough questions for 2026, but PC and cloud is up

As the Xbox brand continues its decline in overall revenue, Microsoft CFO Amy Hood attributes it to first-party content

Windows Central

Windows 11 just crossed 1 billion users in only four years — a faster climb than Windows 10 and a major turning point for Microsoft’s modern PC strategy

It took Windows 10 1,706 days to reach 1 billion users, but Windows 11 has done it in just 1,576. A huge milestone for Microsoft.

Windows Central

Microsoft earnings — 'You can think of agents as the new apps,' CEO Satya Nadella

Will we finally learn whether Microsoft’s big bet on AI has paid off?

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CursorWrap just became the must‑have PowerToys upgrade — and Windows feels broken without it now

PowerToys v0.97.1 is here, bringing granular "Wrap mode" toggles to CursorWrap and improved support for multi-monitor setups.

Windows Central

Microsoft is finally fixing Windows 11 under the hood — but new stats suggest it could be too little, too late

Microsoft is working to smooth out the inner workings of Windows 11, but I'm struggling to have any confidence in this effort.

TechRadar

Windows 11 version 26H2: Everything we know so far about Microsoft's next OS update coming this fall

Microsoft is now testing Windows 11 preview builds that are expected to make up the next version shipping this fall. Here's what we know.

Windows Central

Microsoft vows to make "behind-the-scenes platform changes" as it begins testing next phase of Windows 11

After a rough few weeks, Microsoft has promised to make behind-the-scenes platform changes to Windows 11 as it begins testing the next wave of features.

Windows Central

Windows 11 adoption might have flatlined — and some users appear to be rolling back to Windows 10

Windows 11 just lost 5% market share in two months despite Windows 10 losing support. Is Microsoft’s trust problem finally starting to cost them?

Windows Central

4 reasons why SteamOS is quietly winning over PC gamers — and why Windows won't be dethroned any time soon

SteamOS could be the next big thing among PC gamers, and that means fewer Windows users. Here's why I think SteamOS has such a good chance of continued growth, as well as why Windows will remain at the top.

Windows Central

I just tested the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro — and Panther Lake is the real deal

The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro features Intel’s powerful Panther Lake chip and a sleek new design. Here is our hands-on preview of this 16-inch powerhouse.

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Windows 7 and Vista just made a shocking (unofficial) return in 2026 — but your PC might not survive the comeback

Windows 7 and Vista are back! As Microsoft continues to fumble the bag with Windows 11.

PC Gamer

Microsoft reports 'an issue in which devices are failing to boot' after downloading the latest update

Another week, another big Windows problem.

Tom’s Hardware

Some PCs can't boot after latest Windows 11 security update, no fix in sight —mostly affects 24H2 and 25H2 versions

A Windows security update bug has prevented some Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 users from booting into their PCs, requiring them to go to Windows Recovery Environment to uninstall the offering update just to use their computer.

TechRadar

Microsoft admits Windows 11 update is nuking system drives, albeit there's a 'limited number of reports' of these disasters

Windows 11 runs into another disastrous bug with its latest update — Microsoft admits an 'issue in which devices are failing to boot', worryingly.

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MSI Prestige 13 AI+ Evo review: Copilot+ PC has plenty to offer

The screen and battery life are MSI's standout features

Windows Central

From the editor’s desk: Microsoft keeps shipping new features, but users keep getting angrier. The missing ingredient is trust.

Windows doesn’t need another Start menu redesign. It needs Microsoft to rebuild confidence — one transparent decision at a time.

Windows Central

Windows 11’s January update is breaking PCs — here’s how to fix your boot issue

On Windows 11, if after installing the update KB5074109, your computer no longer boots, you'll have to uninstall the update from the Windows Recovery Environment, and here's how.

Windows Central

Weekly Windows Wrap: Windows 11 is a dumpster fire — and only a fake Windows Phone can save us

Between disastrous Patch Tuesday bugs and hackers maliciously abusing Microsoft’s brand for phishing scams, Windows 11 users are under siege, leaving a third-party "Windows phone" as one of the week’s only bright spots.

Windows Central

It's shocking what Game Freak has been able to do when it steps out of Nintendo's shadow

I've analysed Game Freak's latest showcase for its upcoming action-RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, and found myself intrigued by it. With its post-apocalyptic setting and action-packed gameplay, this game has the potential to be a hit and convince Game Freak that it doesn't need Pokémon anymore to be successful.

Tom’s Guide

Xbox gaming makes the jump to Windows on Arm, but can it stem the tide of gamers turning to Linux?

Microsoft’s Xbox app just arrived on ARM, but is it enough as gamers are swayed by Linux?

Windows Central

Windows 11 silver lining: Why we still call this OS home — what do you love most?

From handheld gaming breakthroughs to the power of WSL, the Windows Central team shares why they’re still passionate about the Windows ecosystem.

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