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Microsoft Raises Windows 11 OEM Licenses, Driving PC Prices Higher
Microsoft raised Windows 11 OEM license prices for 2026 by 7-10%, pushing up PC costs for consumers.
Microsoft Plans Windows 11 Optimizations for 8GB RAM Systems
Microsoft optimizes Windows 11 for 8GB RAM with WinUI updates and native app improvements coming this year.
Microsoft to Reduce RAM Usage in Windows 11 Native Apps with WinUI Update
Microsoft plans WinUI update to reduce RAM usage in Windows 11 native apps like Weather, which currently consumes up to 900 MB.
Windows Falls Below 60% Global Market Share for First Time
Windows market share drops below 60% for the first time, hitting 56.5% globally. macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS gain ground.
Microsoft Project Aion: The Leaked AI-Powered Windows Successor That Never Was
Project Aion was Microsoft's secret AI-based OS intended to replace Windows 11 with a focus on Copilot and web apps before its reported cancellation.
TinyRetroPad: The 2.5KB Minimalist Notepad Clone for Windows
Former MS developer Dave Plummer launches TinyRetroPad, a 2.5KB Notepad clone without AI bloat, inspired by the classic Windows XP experience.
Windows 11 Testing New Low Latency Profile to Boost Speed by 70%
Windows 11's new Low Latency Profile could make apps and menus up to 70% faster by dynamically boosting CPU frequency for a smoother user experience.
Microsoft Boosts Windows 11 File Explorer Performance
Microsoft is testing performance updates for Windows 11 File Explorer to improve startup speed and folder navigation for Windows Insiders.
Microsoft Announces Key Changes to Windows 11 Performance and Copilot
Microsoft updates Windows 11 to improve performance, reduce Copilot's presence, and offer more control over system updates. Discover what's changing.
Windows 11 Hits 1 Billion Users Faster Than Windows 10
Windows 11 reaches 1 billion users in 1,576 days, outpacing Windows 10 by four months. Discover why Microsoft’s latest OS is growing 45% year-over-year.
Microsoft Ends Windows Activation via Phone
Microsoft has discontinued Windows activation by phone. Users are now directed to the online Product Activation Portal, impacting offline system setup.
Windows 11 Update: BitLocker Now Uses Hardware Acceleration for Faster Performance
Microsoft introduces hardware-accelerated BitLocker for Windows 11, doubling storage performance and reducing CPU usage by 70% on compatible hardware.