Windows 11
The latest Windows 11 coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
KB5078127 Fixes Windows 11 Lock Screen Password Icon Bug via KIR
Microsoft has taken swift action to address a disruptive Windows 11 lock screen issue with the release of an out-of-band cumulative update, KB5078127. This update, which brings OS Builds to...
Microsoft KB5078132 Emergency Update Fixes Cloud Sync and PST Corruption
Microsoft has released an out-of-band cumulative update for Windows 11 version 23H2—KB5078132 (OS Build 22631.6495)—on January 24, 2026, addressing critical post-Patch Tuesday regressions that...
Linux Mint vs Windows 11: 7 Areas Where Mint Delivers Simplicity & Privacy
The desktop operating system landscape has become increasingly polarized in recent years, with Windows 11 representing Microsoft's vision of a modern, cloud-connected platform while Linux...
Microsoft Store Outage 0x803F8001: Why Notepad, Paint & Snipping Tool Failed
A widespread Microsoft Store outage recently disrupted core Windows 11 applications, leaving users unable to launch essential tools like Notepad, Paint, and the Snipping Tool. The incident, which...
Outlook hangs and RDP failures force Microsoft to release emergency OOB fixes after January 2026 Patch Tuesday
Microsoft's January 2026 Patch Tuesday update, intended to address critical security vulnerabilities across Windows platforms, has instead introduced significant operational disruptions for...
Trdo: The Minimalist Windows Tray App Redefining Internet Radio in 2024
In an era of streaming services dominated by algorithms and subscription fees, a tiny, tray-resident Windows application called Trdo has quietly emerged as a refreshing alternative for internet radio...
Android App Drawer Style Comes to Windows 11 Start Menu Via Settings Tweak
Windows 11's Start Menu has evolved significantly from its predecessors, offering users more customization options than ever before. While Microsoft has moved away from the live tiles of Windows 10,...
Windows Sandbox Error 0x800705B4: Causes, Fixes & Community Solutions
Windows 11's built-in Sandbox feature has become effectively unusable for a significant number of users due to a persistent launch timeout error with code 0x800705B4. This critical issue has spread...
How to Enable Secure Boot on Windows 11: Complete Guide with Community Insights
Secure Boot represents one of the most fundamental security layers in modern Windows systems, acting as a gatekeeper that prevents unauthorized or tampered code from executing during the boot...
Windows 11 Time Zone Greyed Out: Fixes for Location & Policy Issues
Windows 11 users encountering a greyed-out "Set time zone automatically" toggle face a frustrating but solvable problem that typically stems from disabled Location Services, restrictive Group Policy...
Windows 11 multi-app camera quirk leads to explicit content leak, Twitch and Kick bans
The intersection of Windows 11's native features and the high-stakes world of live streaming has ignited a fierce debate about privacy, platform moderation, and operating system design after a...
Windows 11's Night Light: Why Your Blue Light Filter Might Not Be Enough in 2026
If you’re one of the millions who toggle on Windows 11’s Night Light every evening, you’ve likely noticed the immediate warmth that washes over your screen—a signal that your PC is trying to...