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N‑Studio hits the Microsoft Store with a capable free screen recorder and a paid pro editor upgrade
By Sean Endicott Published
Apps N‑Studio is now available through the Microsoft Store with a free Starter tier and a paid Professional upgrade.

A new petition says Microsoft shouldn't kill Edge's browser Sidebar
By Kevin Okemwa Published
Apps Microsoft wants to retire Edge’s Sidebar, but users are fighting back with petitions to save the feature they rely on most.

Teams users slam Microsoft over intrusive “Unlock Premium” banner
By Kevin Okemwa Published
Teams Teams users worldwide are unhappy with a new “Unlock Premium” banner, accusing Microsoft of using misplaced upselling tactics and other poor design choices.

PowerToys update adds two new utilities that streamline common Windows tasks
By Sean Endicott Published
Apps PowerToys v0.99.0 adds Grab And Move and Power Display, improving window control and monitor management while delivering a long list of fixes throughout the app.

Copilot Keyboard launches with the return of an unexpected mascot
By Sean Endicott Published
Apps Copilot Keyboard launches in Japan with AI‑powered text suggestions, Copilot Search, and the surprise return of Kyle the dolphin from Microsoft Office 97.

Files adds customizable toolbar Microsoft should copy for File Explorer
By Sean Endicott Published
Apps Files 4.0.39 adds a customizable toolbar that makes Windows 11’s File Explorer feel outdated. Here’s why Microsoft should copy the feature and what the update includes.

Microsoft will retire Clipchamp for iOS, leaving creators without a mobile option
By Sean Endicott Published
Apps Microsoft will retire Clipchamp for iOS on June 9, 2026, leaving the video editor without any mobile app.

ExplorerPatcher just hit 42M downloads. Why aren't more people talking about it?
By Cale Hunt Published
Apps ExplorerPatcher keeps gaining users, but I rarely see it mentioned as a way to customize Windows 11. I decided to find out why.
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