Windows 11 Introduces Gamepad Keyboard for Xbox Controller Typing
Microsoft unveils a new gamepad keyboard for Windows 11, allowing users to type and navigate using an Xbox controller. This innovative feature enhances accessibility for gamers and handheld device users, marking a significant step in Windows' evolution.
Microsoft Clarifies: Windows 11 Recall Uninstall Option is a Bug
Microsoft addresses confusion over the ability to uninstall the upcoming Recall AI feature in Windows 11, confirming it as a bug. The company plans to preview Recall with enhanced privacy measures for Windows Insiders on Copilot Plus PCs in October.
Tech Giants Face Pressure as Right-to-Repair Laws Gain Momentum
New laws in several U.S. states are forcing electronics manufacturers to provide repair materials to consumers. While some companies are complying, others lag behind, potentially facing reputational risks and financial penalties.
Baidu Restricts Google and Bing from Accessing Content Amid AI Data Needs
Baidu restricts Google and Bing from accessing its vast online encyclopedia, highlighting the growing importance of data in AI development. This move aligns with a trend among tech companies to protect and monetize their information assets in the race for AI supremacy.
Microsoft to Reintroduce Data-Scraping Windows Recall Feature in October
Microsoft is set to reintroduce its controversial Recall feature to Windows Insider PCs in October, addressing previous privacy and security concerns. The updated version includes encrypted databases and mandatory user authentication.
Windows 11 Update 24H2 Promises Performance Boosts for AMD Zen 5, Zen 4, and Zen 3 CPUs
The forthcoming Windows 11 24H2 update promises significant performance enhancements for AMD's Ryzen processors, especially those based on the Zen 5 architecture. This update is expected to address performance discrepancies observed in the Ryzen 9000 series, offering notable gains in gaming scenarios.
North Korean Exploit Targets Windows with Sophisticated Rootkit Installation
A newly patched Windows vulnerability has been exploited by North Korean hackers to install an advanced rootkit called FudModule, targeting high-value industries like cryptocurrency engineering and aerospace. The sophisticated attack, attributed to the Lazarus group, leverages a zero-day flaw to gain system-level privileges.
Microsoft Fixes TPM 2.0 Exploit to Block Windows 11 Installation on Incompatible CPUs
Microsoft has patched a popular workaround that allowed users to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware, enforcing its strict hardware requirements. This change will impact users of older CPUs and systems without TPM 2.0, who have relied on this method to upgrade their OS.
Windows Introduces Seamless Nearby Share Feature for Android Devices
Microsoft has introduced Nearby Share for Windows, enhancing file-sharing capabilities between Windows PCs and Android devices. This new feature is integrated directly into the Windows OS, offering a more seamless experience compared to Google's standalone Quick Share app.
Windows 11 Version 24H2 Clean Installs Now Feature Default BitLocker Encryption
Microsoft's upcoming Windows 11 update, version 24H2, will enable BitLocker device encryption by default on clean installations, enhancing security. This feature will be automatically activated on first sign-in with a Microsoft or work/school account.