Huawei Breaks Free from Windows with First HarmonyOS Laptop Launch
Huawei unveils its first Windows-free laptop running HarmonyOS 5, marking a strategic shift following U.S. sanctions. The device features Celia AI assistant and aims to support over 2,000 applications by year-end, positioning Huawei as a leader in China's domestic tech sector.
Linux Revival: The 'End of 10' Project Offers New Life for Legacy PCs
As Windows 10 support ends in 2024, a grassroots initiative aims to save 240 million aging computers from obsolescence by promoting Linux adoption. The 'End of 10' project provides resources and guidance for users to extend their PC's lifespan through open-source computing.
Microsoft Removes User Control Over Windows 11's Major 24H2 Update
Microsoft confirms its upcoming Windows 11 version 24H2 update will be automatically installed on eligible devices with no option to cancel. This significant policy shift affects millions of users running Home and Pro editions, marking a new era in Microsoft's update strategy.
Windows 11 Successfully Runs on M2 iPad Air Through EU-Enabled Sideloading
A developer has achieved running Windows 11 ARM on an M2 iPad Air via UTM emulation, made possible by the EU's Digital Markets Act allowing third-party app stores. This technical breakthrough demonstrates new cross-platform possibilities enabled by regulatory changes.
Microsoft Discontinues VBS Enclaves Security Feature in Legacy Windows 11
Microsoft announces the deprecation of Virtualization-based Security (VBS) enclaves from Windows 11 version 23H2 and earlier releases, just months after its introduction. This unexpected removal affects developers using the feature and highlights challenges in maintaining functionality across Windows versions while pursuing rapid development cycles.
Windows 11's Start Menu Gets Major Overhaul with Enhanced Customization Options
Microsoft is testing a streamlined single-page Start Menu design for Windows 11 that combines key elements into one scrollable view. The update brings long-requested features like customizable layouts and the ability to disable recommendations, showing Microsoft's responsiveness to user feedback.
Windows 11 Bids Farewell to Iconic Blue Screen of Death
Microsoft is replacing Windows' legendary Blue Screen of Death with a redesigned error screen featuring a new color scheme and simplified interface. The update, currently in testing with Windows Insiders, marks a significant departure from the iconic blue error screen that has been part of Windows for decades.
Microsoft Tightens Windows 11 Account Requirements as Users Find New Workaround
Microsoft has removed a popular command line bypass for mandatory Microsoft Account sign-in during Windows 11 setup, but users have already discovered an alternative method. The ongoing cat-and-mouse game highlights growing tension between Microsoft's online account requirements and users who prefer local account control.
Microsoft Removes Popular Windows 11 Account Setup Bypass in Latest Update
Microsoft is eliminating the 'bypassnro' command that allowed users to skip creating Microsoft accounts during Windows 11 setup. This change reflects the company's push toward mandatory online accounts, though temporary workarounds still exist for tech-savvy users.
Microsoft's Controversial Move: OneNote Performance Throttling to Push Windows 11 Adoption
Microsoft announces plans to deliberately slow down OneNote performance on Windows 10 systems starting June 2025, forcing users to upgrade to Windows 11. This aggressive strategy contradicts earlier promises and signals Microsoft's determination to drive Windows 11 adoption through productivity tool restrictions.