Windows 11 25H2 rolls out AI actions, widgets revamp, gaming boosts, and security upgrades
Microsoft rolls out AI actions, widgets upgrades, Gaming Copilot, security and dev tools in Windows 11 25H2.
Copilot+ PC
A Copilot+ PC is a new class of Windows 11 laptops and tablets powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Series processors with specialized Neural Processing Units (NPUs) designed for accelerating AI workloads.
Windows 11’s next wave makes every PC an AI PC with Copilot Voice, Vision, Actions, New Taskbar and Search, And So Much More
Microsoft rolls out “Hey Copilot,” Copilot Vision and Copilot Voice worldwide, taskbar Ask Copilot, AI Actions, and Gaming Copilot on Windows 11.
Microsoft’s Amazing Copilot Portraits: Talk Face-to-Face with AI in Real Time with 40 Realistic Avatars to Choose From
Microsoft has launched a groundbreaking Copilot Labs experiment—Copilot Portraits—which allows users in the US, UK, and Canada to engage in natural voice conversations with AI-powered, animated portraits. This new innovation is part of Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to make AI interactions more relatable, comfortable, and human-like by providing users with expressive digital faces during their chats with Copilot. Still rolling out, …
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6760 Launches: Exciting Dev Channel Enhancements, Network Speed Test, Fixes & Copilot Features
Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6760 (Dev Channel) with network speed test, Copilot integration, and new fixes.
Microsoft Photos App on Windows 11 Gets AI-Powered Auto-Categorization For Amazing Image Organization
Microsoft Photos update brings AI-powered Auto-Categorization on Copilot+ PCs, making photo management easier than ever in Windows 11.
Copilot+ PCs: Unleashing the Spectacular Windows on Arm App Revolution for Endless Productivity and Creativity
Copilot+ PCs deliver blazing AI speed, all-day battery, and top Arm app compatibility—reshaping Windows on Arm for next-gen productivity.
Windows 11 Insiders Get Major Paint, Snipping Tool, and Notepad Updates With AI and Creative Features Leading the Way
Windows 11 Insiders gain new Paint project files, Snipping Tool quick markup, and Notepad AI features in the latest Canary and Dev Channel updates.
The Best Windows Insider Updates: Build 26220.6682, 26120.6682, 26100.6713, & 26200.6713 Deliver Copilot+, New Emoji, AI Actions, and Essential Fixes
Windows Insider’s latest updates add Copilot+, AI-powered File Explorer actions, Emoji 16.0, Xbox controller features, and major bug fixes.
IFA 2025: Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11 Drive AI Innovation With Acer and Lenovo Launches
IFA 2025 in Berlin showcased a leap forward in PC technology as Microsoft joined forces with top partners to unveil the latest Copilot+ PCs powered by Windows 11. Mark Linton, Vice President of Windows + Devices, stood alongside innovators like Acer and Lenovo, revealing cutting-edge devices including the TravelMate X4 14 AI, Predator Helios 18P, Legion Pro 7, and the …
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.5790: Advanced Special Features Now Rolling Out for Dev and Beta Channel Testers, including Windows Studio Effects on More Cameras
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.5790: Special Features Now Rolling Out for Dev and Beta Channel Testers Microsoft is ushering in a fresh era of Windows 11 innovation with the release of Insider Preview Build 26220.5790 (KB5065779), available in the Dev Channel for testers running version 25H2, and mirrored with build 26120.5790 in the Beta Channel for version 24H2 users. …
Generative AI’s Profound Early Impact on Entry-Level Jobs: Stanford Study Reveals 13% Decline Among Young Workers
A Stanford study finds that generative AI has triggered a 13% employment drop among entry-level workers aged 22–25 in AI-exposed occupations.
Microsoft Copilot on Windows Gets Smarter: Semantic File Search and New Home Begin Rolling Out to Windows Insiders
Microsoft has announced a major update to its Copilot on Windows app, rolling out to Windows Insiders as of August 20, 2025. This update unlocks powerful new capabilities aimed at helping users work smarter and faster by leveraging AI-driven features deeply integrated into the operating system. The highlight: semantic file search and a new Copilot home experience, available exclusively on …
Microsoft Education Rolls Out Major Exciting Back-to-School Updates: Copilot AI Features, LMS Integration, Learning Accelerators, and More for August 2025
The back-to-school 2025 Microsoft Education update marks a milestone for teaching and learning powered by secure AI, practical integration, and enhanced accessibility. In this comprehensive monthly briefing, Product Manager Mike Tholfsen introduces forward-looking features designed to benefit both educators and students in K-12 and higher education. Here’s everything you need to know about this month’s Microsoft EDU innovations. Microsoft Education …
Windows 11 August 2025 Security Update: AI Takes Center Stage, Windows Recall, Click To Do, Copilot Vision, and more
Microsoft officially debuted a sweeping security update for Windows 11 August 2025, ushering in a new era of AI‑driven functionality and user control. With version 24H2, the OS not only patches vulnerabilities—it reinvents how Windows users interact with their PCs. The release is being hailed as “the most feature-packed for some time,” with at least eight major enhancements rolling out …
Microsoft Brings Convenient Microsoft 365 Companions to Windows 11, Now in Beta
Microsoft has revealed a brand-new suite of productivity tools, Microsoft 365 Companions, designed to make workflow management, file access, and collaboration faster and more intuitive for Windows 11 users. Currently released in beta for organizational admins who opt-in, this suite includes three key apps — People, File Search, and Calendar — that live right in the Windows 11 taskbar. The …
Get Ready for Back to School 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Windows 11 and Copilot+ PC Deals
Back to School 2025: All the Best Windows 11 and Copilot+ PC Deals As the school year approaches and students everywhere prepare for a semester of learning, creativity, and productivity, Microsoft and its partners have launched a blockbuster lineup of “back to school” promotions. From high-performance Surface devices powered by Microsoft’s Copilot AI to generous trade-in and recycling programs, there’s …
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5742 (KB5064075): A Closer Look at the Control Panel’s Ongoing Retirement to the Improved Settings App
Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel received Build 26200.5742 (KB5064075) on August 8, 2025—a release packed with feature migrations and improvements that reaffirm Microsoft’s drive to modernize the Windows experience while systematically retiring legacy Control Panel components. Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5742 (KB5064075), part of the broader Windows 11, version 25H2 development cycle, showcases Microsoft’s commitment to a seamless, …
LoRA Fine-Tuning Supercharges Phi Silica on Windows 11 for Better Kahoot! Quiz Generation
At Build 2025, Microsoft announced a paradigm-shifting enhancement to its Windows AI toolkit: support for LoRA (low-rank-adaptation) fine-tuning for Phi Silica on Windows 11, the company’s inbox small language model (SLM) designed to run natively on Copilot+ PCs. This cutting-edge capability enables developers and educators to optimize AI model behavior for specific tasks directly on-device—ushering in personalized, fast, and privacy-preserving …
Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs Expand Their AI Superpowers with New Settings Agent, and More, Now Available
Microsoft announced that Windows 11 is now officially the home for AI on the PC, rolling out a host of exclusive, smart capabilities—especially for users of Copilot+ PCs. As documented on the official Windows Experience Blog, these features are designed to make PCs more intuitive, accessible, and powerful than ever for work, creativity, and play. AI Adoption Accelerating: Windows 11 …
Introducing the Powerful Surface Laptop 5G: Microsoft’s Leap into Seamless Business Connectivity
Microsoft has unveiled its most forward-thinking device to date: the Surface Laptop 5G, a part of the expanded Surface Copilot+ PC portfolio, built specifically with connected businesses in mind. The new 13.8-inch model — powered by Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors — will begin shipping on August 26th. Meanwhile, the latest Surface Laptop (13-inch) and Surface Pro (12-inch) are …
Xbox Free Play Days: Play Skull & Bones, Destiny 2, Breakout Beyond, Blades of Fire & Atomicrops Free This Weekend
A Jam-Packed Weekend for Xbox Gamers: All the Details Xbox’s Free Play Days returns with a stellar lineup from Thursday, July 17th, through Sunday, July 20th, 2025, giving players the chance to jump into five unique titles at no cost. This event is available for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One users, with options for both Xbox Game Pass subscribers …
Microsoft Hong Kong Excites with the Launch of New Copilot+ PCs: Surface Pro 12″ and Surface Laptop 13″
Microsoft Hong Kong has officially launched its much-anticipated Copilot+ PC lineup in Hong Kong, introducing the all-new Surface Pro 12″ and Surface Laptop 13″. Aimed at empowering productivity with AI and redefining the user experience, these flagship devices come packed with powerful hardware, innovative AI features, and elegant design—making them the most advanced Surface devices to date. Microsoft Hong Kong …
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898: Taskbar Icon Scaling, Quick Machine Recovery, and More Transform the User Experience
Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 to the Canary Channel, introducing a host of standout features and refinements that promise to enhance productivity, system reliability, and accessibility for users and IT administrators alike. This update brings transformative changes to the Windows 11 experience, with headline features like taskbar icon scaling, quick machine recovery, and expanded voice …
July 2025 Microsoft Patch Tuesday: 137 Vulnerabilities Fixed, One Zero-Day in SQL Server, Critical Office and AMD Flaws
Microsoft has released its July 2025 Patch Tuesday security updates, addressing a sweeping total of 137 vulnerabilities across its product portfolio. This month’s Microsoft Patch Tuesday cycle is headlined by a publicly disclosed zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft SQL Server, alongside a host of critical flaws in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and AMD processors. Microsoft Patch Tuesday July 2025 Highlights Total vulnerabilities …