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Dell and HP users battle reboot loops, and Windows is innocent
WINDOWS 11 Dell and HP PCs were stuck in reboot purgatory after faulty updates. Here's what caused the issue and what the companies are doing to get around it.
Windows 11 version 26H1 gains Beta Channel access for the first time
Windows 11 Windows 11 version 26H1 just gained a new preview channel, splitting testing between Experimental and Beta Channels on devices powered by Snapdragon X2 and RTX Spark chips.
Microsoft Build completely skipped the weakest part of Windows 11
Windows 11 Microsoft highlighted AI agents and native apps at Build, but the Windows 11 Widgets panel saw no improvements and still lacks useful options.
Build 2026 only makes sense if you remember Build 2025
Microsoft’s latest announcements build directly on the architecture it introduced a year ago.
Microsoft VP says Windows 11’s messy context menus are finally getting fixed
Windows 11 Microsoft’s Marcus Ash says Windows 11 context menus will soon be faster, simpler, and more configurable. I just hope we don't have to wait until 2027 to see the improvements.
Microsoft IQ stops AI from going stale by grounding agents
Microsoft Microsoft IQ and Scout connect to workspace data, allowing autonomous AI agents to handle repetitive tasks in the background.
Defender is enough for most users but not all, Microsoft says
WINDOWS 11 Microsoft says Windows 11’s built‑in Defender offers solid protection for most users, though third‑party antivirus tools provide extra features.
Your guide to watching Microsoft Build 2026
Microsoft Build isn't just some boring developer conference. It showcases the future of Windows and computing.
