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Windows Central Podcast: A massive week for Windows and Xbox
On this week's episode: Daniel and Zac discuss Windows' massive week across Computex and Build, new NVIDIA RTX Spark, and the Xbox Showcase + drama.
I dug through the Windows 11 Insider builds for June 2026 and found 7 features worth paying attention to
Windows 11 Insider builds add Screen Tint, Low Latency Profile, quieter Widgets, smarter Search, File Explorer fixes, and fewer restarts.
Windows 11's built-in apps are about to get a boost — here's what's already in testing
Microsoft is rolling out a major wave of updates to Windows 11's native in-box apps in the Insider channels, bringing bug fixes, UI tweaks, and highly requested updates to tools like Paint, Photos, and Clock before they ship to all users.
“Bring Android apps to Windows.” Ten years later, Microsoft’s app-gap problem still exists, but we have AI and Phone Link as alternatives
Microsoft is using the Cortana notification sync feature in Windows 10 to add a "request app" feature if the notification comes from an Android smartphone.
Windows 11 users say Microsoft account requirements are creeping into everything and they are tired of it
A Reddit thread continues to show the growing frustration with Microsoft's mandatory account setup and confusion around BitLocker recovery.
Should Xbox CEOs have term limits, and did this week show why the question matters?
Xbox’s financial troubles and leadership questions overshadowed Windows 11 updates and PC reboot fixes this week.
I tried Microsoft’s new AI-powered Terminal, and it is a surprisingly different experience
Microsoft introduces Intelligent Terminal, a separate AI-powered terminal with Copilot, ACP support, and background agent tasks.
Windows Insiders get first crack at a less annoying Windows 11 update process
Microsoft shipped six new Windows Insider builds, headlined by a new unified update experience designed to reduce your monthly PC reboots by bundling driver, .NET, and firmware updates together.
Major Microsoft Edge versions will now ship every two weeks: Microsoft confirms plans to ship new Edge features and changes twice a month
Microsoft has announced that Edge will be moving to a two-week release cycle for major versions of the browser, matching Chrome.
“It is intentional” Microsoft says Windows 11’s broken folder icons are by design. Here's what's going on.
Microsoft changes folder customization behavior on Windows 11 and Windows 10, blocking untrusted desktop.ini files after the latest security update.
"Not only viable but quite enjoyable": I used Windows 11 with 8GB of RAM to see if it's as bad as everyone says
I'm seeing a lot of negativity recently about running Windows 11 on 8GB of RAM, so I thought I'd test it out myself to see what the experience is really like. Here's what I found out.
I tried Windows 11's new customizable Start menu: I'm shocked at how much control Microsoft is finally giving us
Windows 11 is getting a new customizable Start menu, and I've gone hands-on to see just how configurable it is.
I took a look at Windows 11’s new eye‑strain reduction feature called 'Screen tint' — here’s how it works
Microsoft introduces Screen Tint for Windows 11, offering color presets and custom overlays designed to make screen time easier on the eyes.
Microsoft is usually blamed for every PC bug, but Dell and HP's latest Windows 11 BSOD reboot fiascos are all on them.
Dell and HP PCs were stuck in reboot purgatory after faulty updates. Here's what caused the issue and what the companies are doing to get around it.
Microsoft launches new Windows 11 Beta channel for next-gen Arm PCs powered by Snapdragon X2 and RTX Spark chips
Windows 11 version 26H1 just gained a new preview channel, splitting testing between Experimental and Beta Channels on devices powered by Snapdragon X2 and RTX Spark chips.
Microsoft Build ignored the most barren part of Windows 11, and it's one only third-party developers can fix
Microsoft highlighted AI agents and native apps at Build, but the Windows 11 Widgets panel saw no improvements and still lacks useful options.
6 biggest Microsoft Build announcements: How they'll reshape Windows 11 and set up the next generation of AI devices
From a massive push for faster, native apps to monster new desktop hardware, Microsoft just gave us a genuine reason to be excited about the PC on your desk.
Windows just had an amazing week: Between silicon, devices, and OS improvements, I am excited to be a Windows user again
Great, affordable Windows laptops, powerful high-end silicon, platform improvements, and more came together this week to send a message: Windows is back.
