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TrueAchievements Turns Kitsune Kaeru’s 2026 Windows Launch Into a Community Event
TrueAchievements has built a full community hub for the obscure Windows game Kitsune Kaeru, complete with wishlists, screenshots, and a forum thread, despite a launch date not expected until June 25, 2026. The move illustrates how the platform turns small indie releases into highly anticipated events by tapping into a dedicated base of achievement hunters, offering developers a unique pre-launch discovery channel.
Windows 11 26H2 Hits Experimental Channel: Unpacking the Enablement Update and 36-Month Support Cycle
Microsoft released Windows 11 version 26H2 to the Experimental channel on June 19, 2026, as the next annual feature update. Delivered via a small enablement package rather than a full build upgrade, 26H2 resets the support lifecycle—providing 24 months for Home/Pro and 36 months for Enterprise/Education—and moves devices to a new servicing branch. IT administrators can begin testing now to prepare for a smooth deployment when the update reaches general availability later in 2026.
Native Mobile Calling Comes to Microsoft Teams and Webex as Tango Networks Deepens NUWAVE Partnership
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New Outlook’s 10-Second Notification Delay Highlights WebView2 Struggles
A new report reveals that Microsoft's new Outlook for Windows can take up to 10 seconds to open an email from a toast notification, while Outlook Classic responds instantly. The delay stems from the app’s WebView2 architecture, which loads a web-based UI and cloud services before displaying the message. This performance gap highlights ongoing concerns about the new Outlook's readiness to replace the classic client, especially for productivity-focused users.
Windows 11 26H2 Hits the Experimental Channel as Microsoft Arms IT With Governance Tools
Microsoft has released Windows 11 version 26H2 to the Insider Experimental channel via an enablement package, alongside new Beta builds. The announcement includes detailed governance tips for IT admins—covering target version policies, deployment service validation, and App Control updates—signaling that the feature-complete update is on track for a second-half 2026 general availability.
PC Manager: Microsoft’s Free Windows Utility Remains Geographically Restricted in 2026
Despite its general availability on the Microsoft Store in early 2024, Microsoft PC Manager continues to be unavailable in many countries as of mid-2026, sparking frustration among Windows users. The app, which offers PC cleanup and optimization tools, remains officially region-locked, though workarounds exist. This article explores the reasons behind the ongoing restrictions and what it means for the future of the utility.
Windows 11 24H2 Breaks JScript Apps: How to Enable Legacy Engine via Registry
Microsoft has released a registry-based fix for a compatibility issue in Windows 11 24H2 where the switch to the JScript9 engine breaks legacy scripts that rely on persistent execution contexts. The registry key or a compatibility shim can restore the classic JScript engine, offering a temporary workaround as organizations modernize their scripting infrastructure.
Microsoft Readies DirectX Dump Files for September 2026, Overhauling GPU Crash Diagnostics on Windows
Microsoft is developing DirectX Dump Files (.dxdmp), a new crash-diagnostics system for Windows expected around September 2026 with the 26H2 update. It captures comprehensive GPU state during hangs, giving developers rich data to diagnose and fix graphics crashes more quickly. The feature will standardize GPU crash reporting across hardware, improving PC gaming reliability and streamlining driver debugging.
Sweet Bread Games' Bobobby 3D and Tiny Mage Bundle Hits Xbox and Windows with Six Separate Gamerscore Sets
Sweet Bread Games releases a dual-game indie bundle on Xbox and Windows with six versions, each offering separate Gamerscore lists, sparking discussion among achievement hunters about store tactics and value. The bundle includes Bobobby 3D: Stranded Rush and Tiny Mage in Puzzle Land across Xbox One, Series X|S, and Windows.
Windows 11 to Finally Get a Toggle to Kill Bing Web Results in Start Menu Search
Microsoft is adding a long-requested Settings toggle to Windows 11 that lets users disable Bing web results in Start menu search, addressing years of privacy and performance complaints.
LTT Benchmarks Prove Xbox Mode for Windows 11 Saves RAM but Delivers Zero FPS Gains
Linus Tech Tips benchmarked Microsoft’s new Xbox Mode for Windows 11 and found it reduces system memory usage by up to 1.2 GB but provides no measurable FPS improvement across seven major games. The feature shows promise for handheld and low-RAM systems, but the lack of frame-rate gains disappoints users who expected a console-like performance boost.
Microsoft Discloses AutoJack: A Malicious Webpage Can Hijack AutoGen Studio via Localhost RCE
Microsoft disclosed a critical exploit called AutoJack that affects the development branch of AutoGen Studio. A malicious webpage can trigger remote code execution via the local WebSocket server if the developer leaves the tool running. The flaw was patched immediately and highlights the security risks of localhost services in AI agent frameworks.
GTA Online Kortz Center Heist Launches July 14, Free Upgrades From June 18
Rockstar Games will launch The Kortz Center Heist in GTA Online on July 14, 2026, bringing a new cooperative multi-part mission to PS5/PS4, Xbox Series X|S/Xbox One, and PC. Starting June 18, Rockstar will permanently make the current-generation console upgrades free for players who already own GTA V on the older platforms.