Windows On Arm
The latest Windows On Arm coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft's Copilot Plus Mini PCs: The Quiet AI Revolution Coming to Desktops in 2025
The hum of a fan has long been the signature sound of desktop computing, but a new, quieter revolution is brewing inside increasingly compact machines. Microsoft's ambitious Copilot Plus initiative,...
Top 2025 Copilot+ Windows Laptops Redefine AI-Powered Performance and User Experience
Introduction The year 2025 marks a pivotal moment for Windows laptops with the emergence of Copilot+ PCs—Microsoft’s bold vision and hardware certification that signals the future of AI-driven...
Microsoft's 2024 Ecosystem Updates: Xbox Price Increases, Windows 11 Enhancements, and GTA 6 Delay
Microsoft Implements Global Price Increases for Xbox Consoles and Games In May 2025, Microsoft announced significant price hikes across its Xbox product line, citing "market conditions and the rising...
Windhawk 1.6 Unlocks Full ARM64 Support for Next-Gen Windows 11 Customization on Snapdragon PCs
Introduction Windhawk, a popular open-source Windows customization utility, has reached a major milestone with the release of version 1.6. This update introduces full native support for ARM64-based...
Snapdragon NPUs Power Next-Gen AI Apps on Windows Copilot+ Laptops
Introduction The landscape of Windows laptops is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the integration of Qualcomm's Snapdragon X series processors. These processors, equipped with...
Transforming Windows 11 on ARM64: How Windhawk Revolutionizes Start Menu Customization
Introduction The Windows 11 Start menu, since its launch, has been a polarizing feature among users. While Microsoft aimed for a minimalist and touch-friendly design, many users longed for the...
KB5058688 adds Phi Silica AI v1.7.824.0 to Qualcomm Snapdragon Windows 11 PCs.
Microsoft's recent release of the KB5058688 update introduces the Phi Silica AI component (version 1.7.824.0) for Qualcomm-powered Windows systems. This update signifies a pivotal advancement in...
Native PyTorch 2.7 Arm Binaries Land on Windows, Ending Manual Compilation
Introduction The landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) development has experienced a significant transformation with the release of native PyTorch support for Windows on Arm devices. This...
Running Windows 11 and Retro Games on iPad: The Future of Mobile Emulation
Imagine a world where your iPad isn’t just a tablet for browsing and streaming but a full-fledged gaming rig running retro classics and even a version of Windows 11. Thanks to a wave of recent...
Running Windows 11 on an iPad Air M2: A Technical Milestone with Broad Implications
Introduction In a remarkable demonstration of technological ingenuity, developer NTDev has successfully emulated Windows 11 ARM on an M2 iPad Air. This achievement leverages the UTM emulator with...
Snapdragon NPUs power new Voice Access, AI Search in Windows 11 Build 26120.3872
For Windows enthusiasts and tech aficionados, the latest insider build of Windows 11—Build 26120.3872—has sparked considerable excitement, particularly among users of Snapdragon-powered devices....
Windows 11 2024 Insider Updates: Smarter Search, Voice Access, and ARM Boost
Introduction Microsoft continues to refine and enhance Windows 11, introducing a series of updates in 2024 aimed at improving user experience, accessibility, and performance, particularly for...