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Microsoft’s 2026 Secure Boot Certificate Deadline: How to Verify Your PC Stays Bootable

Microsoft will revoke the 2011 Secure Boot certificate on June 24, 2026, requiring every Windows PC to trust the new 2023 certificate. Users can verify their systems are ready through Windows Security, System Information, or a dedicated diagnostic tool. Older or custom‑built hardware may need manual firmware updates to keep Secure Boot functioning after the deadline.

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Microsoft Turbocharges Windows 11 Start Menu and Explorer with New Low Latency Profile in KB5094126

Microsoft's June 9, 2026 cumulative update KB5094126 introduces a Low Latency Profile that briefly boosts CPU frequency during Start menu, search, and File Explorer interactions, significantly improving responsiveness without noticeable battery impact. The feature is active by default on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 and has garnered positive early feedback from users and enthusiasts.

WindowsNews Desk·24m ago ·5 min
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Image-Line’s FL Studio Mobile UWP App Brings Professional Music Production to Windows 10 Devices

FL Studio Mobile is now available as a UWP app on the Microsoft Store, offering a feature-rich digital audio workstation for Windows 10, tablets, and phones. The app includes a step sequencer, piano roll, drum pads, synthesizers, effects, and audio recording, with seamless project export to FL Studio desktop. A freemium model charges $29.99 for full functionality, and community feedback praises its performance while requesting deeper plugin and sync support.

WindowsNews Desk·1h ago ·5 min
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Microsoft Preps Windows 11 26H2 as a Tiny Enablement Package for 24H2 and 25H2 Devices

Microsoft will deliver Windows 11 version 26H2 as a tiny enablement package for devices on 24H2 or 25H2, promising fast, low-disruption upgrades. IT admins can deploy it like a quality update, while home users will see a near-instant installation. The update brings minor enhancements, new policy controls, and passkey sync, with broader availability expected in the coming weeks.

WindowsNews Desk·1h ago ·5 min
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Windows 11 · Microsoft Start

Microsoft Quietly Tests Hiding News Feed in Windows 11 Widgets by Default

Windows 11 Insiders are testing a new default where the Microsoft Start news feed is hidden in the Widgets board, leaving only functional widgets visible. The opt-in change responds to years of user complaints about forced content and aligns Windows with cleaner widget designs from competitors. While the feed can be re-enabled manually, the move signals a broader shift toward a productivity-focused, user-controlled widget experience.

WN WindowsNews Desk·2h ago
Tesla · OTA Update

Tesla’s Rear-Camera Recall Fix via OTA Reveals the Software-Defined Future Driving Windows Into Cars

Tesla's 2026.8 OTA update triggered a rear-camera recall affecting over 200,000 vehicles, resolved entirely via software in 72 hours. The incident highlights the software-defined vehicle shift, mirroring Windows update agility but with safety-critical stakes. Microsoft's automotive cloud and tools position it as a key enabler, while the Windows ecosystem may soon converge with in-car platforms.

WN WindowsNews Desk·2h ago
Windows 11 · Search Settings

Microsoft Tests Long-Awaited Option to Exclude Bing and Store from Windows 11 Search

Microsoft is testing a new toggle in Windows 11 that allows users to disable Bing web results and Microsoft Store suggestions from taskbar and Start menu searches. The feature, currently available to Windows Insiders, addresses long-standing user complaints about unwanted online integrations and provides a simple, built-in way to keep searches local and private. Once officially released, it will give users full control over whether their search queries reach Microsoft's servers or stay on their device.

WN WindowsNews Desk·4h ago
Android Buying Guide · Samsung Galaxy S26

2026 Android Buying Guide: The Best Time to Grab a Samsung, Pixel, or Foldable for Your Windows Lifestyle

In 2026, the best time to buy an Android phone depends on aligning with Samsung's winter flagships, Motorola's spring foldables, and Google's fall Pixel launches. This guide breaks down optimal purchase windows, 5G band n77 requirements, and deep Windows Phone Link integration, helping enthusiasts get maximum value and productivity.

WN WindowsNews Desk·5h ago
File Explorer · Insider Preview

Microsoft Ships Experimental Build 26300.8697: Dark Copy Dialog Fix, Start Menu Repairs, and 26H2 Confirmation

Microsoft's Windows 11 Experimental Build 26300.8697 addresses dark-mode copy dialog, Start menu crashes, and taskbar auto-hide bugs while introducing the 26H2 version marker that confirms the next feature update is in the works. The build focuses on polish and reliability for Insiders in the Experimental Channel.

WN WindowsNews Desk·7h ago
Windows 11 · 26H2

Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 26H2 Is a Tiny Enablement Package, Continuing Its Servicing Evolution

Microsoft announces that Windows 11 version 26H2 will ship in H2 2026 as a small enablement package, continuing the platform-and-servicing model. This approach activates dormant features via a tiny download, minimizing downtime and simplifying IT deployment.

WN WindowsNews Desk·7h ago
Windows · Technology

Quad9 Encrypted DNS Proves Its Mettle in Public Wi-Fi Performance Face-off

A café Wi‑Fi benchmark found Quad9’s DNS-over-HTTPS service averaging 21.5 ms, nearly matching the local ISP’s DNS and clearly outperforming unencrypted Quad9. The test dispels the myth that DoH is inherently slower and demonstrates how Windows 11 users can gain privacy without sacrificing speed.

WN WindowsNews Desk·8h ago
Bubble Shooter · Talking Tom

Talking Tom Bubble Shooter Update Puts Tom, Angela, and Hank Into Windows Phone Action

Outfit7 rolled out an update for Talking Tom Bubble Shooter on Windows Phone in early 2016, adding franchise stars Tom, Angela, and Hank as playable companions and introducing a push notification system. The update brought parity with other platforms and delighted Windows Phone users with character reactions and personalized gameplay.

WN WindowsNews Desk·10h ago
Msp Operations · Remote Support

How One MSP Ditched Kaseya VSA 9 for Datto RMM Without a Single Outage

Stability IT completed a flawless migration from Kaseya VSA 9 to Datto RMM using a staged, script-based approach. The MSP maintained uninterrupted Windows patching, remote support, and backup monitoring, offering a replicable blueprint for others.

WN WindowsNews Desk·10h ago