Microsoft is working on integrating Microsoft Store app updates directly into Windows Update. This would allow apps to update even when the Store is inaccessible. The feature is currently in testing in Windows 11 preview builds.
Netflix users reported widespread service issues on Wednesday evening, coinciding with the highly anticipated premiere of Stranger Things Season 5. The outage began around 7:40 PM Eastern Time, just 20 minutes before the new season was scheduled to go live at 8 PM ET.
Microsoft just released PowerToys version 0.96.1, primarily focused on fixing stability problems from the previous release. The update brings back the beloved Image Resizer tool for Windows 10 users and prepares Advanced Paste for future AI model integration.
Security researchers have uncovered a new wave of ClickFix attacks using fake Windows security update screens. The attacks deploy credential-stealing malware through sophisticated techniques including steganography. Both individual and business users need to be aware of these dangerous social engine
Microsoft is implementing major security changes to Entra ID that will block external scripts during authentication. The update rolls out globally starting mid-to-late October 2026 and affects browser-based sign-in experiences.
OpenAI has updated ChatGPT’s voice feature to integrate directly into ongoing conversations instead of opening separate voice-only sessions. This preserves chat history and context while allowing seamless switching between text and voice interactions. Users can still revert to the old separate voice
Microsoft appears to be working on a unified app update system for Windows 11 that would let users update all their apps from a single Settings page. The feature was spotted in a January 2025 preview build but isn’t functional yet. This could finally address one of Linux’s key advantages over Window
Financial apps are using AI to tackle the cognitive load that prevents good money habits. From automated bill splitting to portfolio rebalancing, the goal is to do what you know you should but lack the mental energy to execute.
Festivitas, the holiday-themed Mac app, just received its 2025 update with falling snow effects and Shortcuts integration. The app adds animated string lights to your dock and menu bar, with pricing starting at 4 euros for Mac and $3.99-$9.99 for iOS.
RealPage has settled with the DOJ over allegations its YieldStar software illegally coordinated rent prices among competing landlords. The company can no longer mix nonpublic data from different landlords when making pricing recommendations. While RealPage denies wrongdoing, the settlement represent
