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Stop asking “Can you hear me?” — Microsoft Teams now shows when you’re talking
Apps No more guessing if your mic is live. Teams on Windows and Mac now shows audio activity during calls.
Why did Perplexity make a $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome?
Browsing Perplexity made a $34.5 billion offer for Chrome, far above its own value, but Google has no plans to sell the world’s most-used browser.
99 problems fixed in PowerToys’ biggest update yet
Apps The latest PowerToys update delivers a faster Command Palette, redesigned settings dashboard, and a new Spotlight mode for Mouse Highlighter.
WinRAR Users — You Need to See This
News A critical flaw in WinRAR (CVE-2025-8088) is under active attack by Russian-linked hackers. Update to version 7.13 now as WinRAR won't do it for you
Windows 11 Is About to Get Three New Microsoft 365 Apps
Apps Microsoft is adding companion apps to Windows 11 so you can find files, contacts, and events without leaving your taskbar.
A 0% Rotten Tomatoes Movie Puts Microsoft Teams at the Heart of an Alien Invasion
Apps Microsoft Teams plays a key role in 2025’s worst-rated film, War of the Worlds, a screenlife alien movie that’s earned 0% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Mock Bing all you want — it keeps gaining users and making billions
Microsoft’s long-term bet on Bing is paying off. The search engine has gained market share four years in a row.
Proton Authenticator: Your new free 2FA solution amid Microsoft changes
Apps Proton just launched a 2FA app on all major platforms. It’s a timely option for users searching for a replacement as Microsoft changes its own app.
