Kevin Okemwa is a seasoned tech journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya with lots of experience covering the latest trends and developments in the industry at Windows Central. With a passion for innovation and a keen eye for detail, he has written for leading publications such as OnMSFT, MakeUseOf, and Windows Report, providing insightful analysis and breaking news on everything revolving around the Microsoft ecosystem. While AFK and not busy following the ever-emerging trends in tech, you can find him exploring the world or listening to music.
Latest articles by Kevin Okemwa

Is Microsoft Copilot too risky for AI-fatigued workers on Fridays?
By Kevin Okemwa published
Copilot Analyst firm Gartner suggests banning Microsoft Copilot on Friday afternoons, warning that tired workers may miss AI mistakes and risk productivity.

Microsoft won't force this Copilot app onto PCs in a temporary setback
By Kevin Okemwa published
Copilot Microsoft has paused plans to auto‑install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Windows 11 PCs, but it didn't explain why.

Updates as Samsung apps blamed for Windows 11 drive C errors
By Kevin Okemwa last updated
Windows 11 Microsoft explains how to fix broken drive C and app issues in Windows 11, with steps that may involve removing Samsung software.

Copilot’s new leadership lineup shows Microsoft tightening its grip on its AI destiny
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft Satya Nadella unifies Copilot leadership under a former Snap VP, signaling a shift toward in-house "Superintelligence" and independence from OpenAI's models.

Chrome promoted a malicious extension for a year after Edge banned it
By Kevin Okemwa published
Software Google promoted a Chrome extension that secretly ran malware for a year, even after Microsoft Edge banned it, exposing millions of users.

Copilot replaced your right Ctrl key in Windows 11 — this app fixes it
By Kevin Okemwa published
Copilot Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs ship with a dedicated Copilot key. This free app restores the lost Ctrl key and fixes Microsoft’s controversial change.

Sam Altman outlines a future where AI is billed like power or water
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI OpenAI CEO Sam Altman predicts AI will shift from subscriptions to utility billing, charging by usage like power or water.

You can run Windows apps on the MacBook Neo — with caveats
By Kevin Okemwa published
Apple Apple’s MacBook Neo can technically run Parallels, but the reality of Windows performance on Neo may disappoint.

Mozilla keeps the light on for Firefox users who won't leave Windows 7
By Kevin Okemwa published
Software Firefox just extended support for Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 by six months, giving systems that refuse to die more time to get updates.

OpenAI needs to match Microsoft’s size, but it's still losing ChatGPT users
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI OpenAI’s trillion‑dollar dream is under pressure as Pentagon deals spark backlash and QuitGPT drains millions of users from ChatGPT.

Seattle traffic slows to a crawl — is Microsoft's RTO policy the cause?
By Kevin Okemwa published
Microsoft Microsoft’s return-to-office policy aligns with Seattle's gridlocked traffic, with commute speeds dropping to just 5% during rush hour.

ASUS praises MacBook Neo’s price, but questions its muscle
By Kevin Okemwa published
Apple Apple’s MacBook Neo shakes up the market, but ASUS Co-CEO claims it’s basically an iPad with more computing power.

Outlook for Windows is becoming more reliable around spotty Wi-Fi
By Kevin Okemwa published
Apps Outlook for Windows is finally fixing a long‑standing pain point, allowing users to attach files offline and send them once they’re back online.

Is Microsoft really "forcing" unwanted Windows 11 updates?
By Kevin Okemwa published
Windows 11 Microsoft’s forced Windows 11 updates are leaving users frustrated and questioning who’s really in control.

Microsoft 365’s new premium 'E7' tier might not be worth it for any "Frontier Suite"
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Microsoft adds a premium tier to 365 at $99 per user. Packed with AI features, experts still say the discount is slim and the value unclear.

Satya Nadella says AI is coming for your job, but you can still prepare
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns AI will displace jobs, urging workers to reskill and transform to stay relevant in the new reality.

This user-made File Explorer concept makes Windows 11 look ancient
By Kevin Okemwa published
Windows Microsoft’s File Explorer has looked the same for decades. This Windows 12 concept shows how it could finally get the glow-up it deserves.

Microsoft: no Windows 12 in 2026. Us: cool, here’s what you should build
By Kevin Okemwa published
WINDOWS Microsoft may not be releasing Windows 12 this year, as its roadmap is focused on improving user sentiment around Windows 11. Still, my wishlist for Windows 12 is already in the wild.

Microsoft Copilot will soon be able to snap screenshots of your PC
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Microsoft is developing a screenshot tool for Copilot to help users "communicate visual context more easily and receive more accurate, actionable assistance."

Satya says Microsoft’s secret sauce had a dash of Intel (and even Apple)
By Kevin Okemwa published
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella credits Intel and Apple for shaping Windows and Office, revealing how Microsoft’s biggest products might not have happened without them.

Your Windows 10 PC might be threatened by a recovery bug, so grab this update
By Kevin Okemwa published
Windows 10 Microsoft ended support for Windows 10 while its Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) was broken. However, the company has fixed the issue via a new update.

YouTube is making ad-free viewing a thing of the past, and I'm hardly surprised
By Kevin Okemwa published
Apps Google announced plans to introduce 30-second unskippable ads on YouTube TV worldwide, in addition to the existing 6-second and 15-second ads.

Microsoft's big partner is apparently building its own GitHub competitor
By Kevin Okemwa published
OpenAI Reports suggest that OpenAI is in the early stages of developing a GitHub rival, citing an increase in service disruptions on Microsoft's coding platform.
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