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Windows 11 Privacy Under the Microscope: Thurrott Exposes Default Data Collection and Tracking

Paul Thurrott’s new Windows 11 privacy guide reveals that Microsoft enables extensive data collection, telemetry, and advertising identifiers by default. The consent funnel during setup nudges users to accept optional diagnostic data, tailored experiences, and an advertising ID, while many tracking settings remain buried. This article explores each area of concern, incorporates community feedback, and provides a step‑by‑step roadmap to lock down the OS.

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Microsoft Boosts File Explorer Home Responsiveness with Low Latency CPU Profile

Microsoft's June 2026 Windows 11 update introduces a Low Latency Profile that provides brief CPU boosts for interactive tasks, notably speeding up File Explorer Home responsiveness. The feature works automatically on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 devices, delivering a perceptibly snappier user experience without compromising battery life.

WindowsNews Desk·53m ago ·5 min
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Gears of War: E-Day Launches October 6, 2026 — PC Specs Demand RTX 2060, 130GB SSD, and Unreal Engine 5

Gears of War: E-Day launches October 6, 2026, on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC with day-one Game Pass access. Its official PC minimum specs demand an NVIDIA RTX 2060, a 130GB SSD, and Unreal Engine 5, signaling a major leap in visual fidelity and hardware requirements for the storied franchise.

WindowsNews Desk·53m ago ·5 min
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FBI Warns Kali365 Phishing Kit Exploits Microsoft Device Code Flow to Slip Past MFA

The FBI’s IC3 warns that Kali365, a phishing‑as‑a‑service platform active since April 2026, is using Microsoft’s OAuth device code flow to steal tokens and bypass MFA on Microsoft 365 accounts. The attack tricks users into authenticating on the real Microsoft site, granting attackers full access without capturing passwords. Organizations are urged to disable the device code flow if unused, enforce phishing‑resistant MFA, and monitor sign‑in logs for suspicious activity.

WindowsNews Desk·58m ago ·5 min
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Clipboard And Shortcuts · Format Painter

Format Painter Stops Responding? A Complete Fix Guide for Microsoft Office Users

When Microsoft Office's Format Painter stops working, the culprit is often a clipboard overload, an add‑in conflict, or a corrupted template. This guide walks through ten proven fixes—from a simple app restart to repairing the Office installation—to restore the tool on any Windows PC.

WN WindowsNews Desk·58m ago
Windows 11 Warning Signs · Bsod Troubleshooting

From Idle Spikes to BSODs: 8 Critical Windows 11 Warning Signs You Should Heed Immediately

Windows 11 sends clear distress signals when something is wrong—idle CPU spikes, overheating, post-update slowdowns, repeated Defender alerts, frequent BSODs, Device Manager warnings, vanishing disk space, and random shutdowns are eight critical signs. This in-depth guide explains what each symptom means, why it happens, and exactly which tools and steps you need to diagnose and fix the underlying problem before it leads to data loss or hardware failure.

WN WindowsNews Desk·1h ago
Windows · Technology

Inside Microsoft’s Project Solara: The Agent-First Android Platform That Could Replace Enterprise Smartphones

Microsoft previewed Project Solara at Build 2026, an Android-based enterprise device platform where AI agents replace traditional apps as the primary interface. Managed through Intune and built on a hardened Android core, Solara aims to streamline frontline workflows with conversational AI, supported by an Aurora developer framework and OEM partners like Zebra. The agent-first approach marks a bold shift toward thinking endpoints, though challenges around AI reliability and app compatibility remain.

WN WindowsNews Desk·3h ago
Windows · Technology

One Update, One Reboot: Windows 11 Insider Build 26300.8687 Tests Unified Update to End Restart Overload

Microsoft released Windows 11 Insider Experimental Preview Build 26300.8687 to test a “unified update” approach aimed at eliminating the typical sequence of multiple reboots during monthly patching. The build combines driver updates, .NET fixes, firmware revisions, and the regular quality update into one package that should require only a single restart, though it’s experimental and not available in mainstream Insider channels.

WN WindowsNews Desk·3h ago
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Microsoft Launches Dedicated Beta Channel for Windows 11 26H1 on Next-Gen Arm PCs

Microsoft has launched a dedicated Windows Insider Beta channel for Windows 11 version 26H1 specifically for next-gen Arm PCs, announced June 8, 2026. The channel is tailored to devices meeting internal hardware criteria—likely aligned with Qualcomm’s newest Snapdragon X series—offering Arm developers and enthusiasts a more stable early look at upcoming processor support.

WN WindowsNews Desk·4h ago
Kb5094126 · Low Latency Profile

KB5094126 Update Brings Low Latency Profile and Shared Audio to Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2

Microsoft’s June 9, 2026 cumulative update KB5094126 for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 adds a system-wide Low Latency Profile for audio work, Shared Audio support that lets multiple apps use the same output simultaneously, multi-app camera access, and a faster search experience. The update arrives via Windows Update with builds 26100.8655 and 26200.8655, addressing long-standing creator pain points.

WN WindowsNews Desk·4h ago
Windows · Technology

Windows 11’s Low Latency Profile Arrives: How CPU Bursts Make Start and Search Instant

Microsoft's June 2026 cumulative update KB5094126 introduces a Low Latency Profile for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2, using short CPU frequency bursts to dramatically speed up shell actions like Start and Search. The feature improves responsiveness without significantly impacting battery life, addressing a long-standing user complaint. Early feedback indicates a noticeably snappier interface, especially on mobile devices.

WN WindowsNews Desk·5h ago
Bitlocker Recovery · Microsoft Account Requirement

Users Rebel as Windows 11 Forces Microsoft Account: The BitLocker and Trust Crisis of June 2026

A June 2026 Reddit discussion, amplified by Ubergizmo, reignited anger over Windows 11’s mandatory Microsoft account during setup and the silent activation of BitLocker encryption. The controversy centers on lack of user consent, with workarounds becoming increasingly fragile and regulators beginning to ask questions about user choice.

WN WindowsNews Desk·5h ago
MacOS 27 Golden Gate · Windows 11

Apple Ends Intel Mac Support in macOS 27 Golden Gate—And Windows 11’s Update Woes Look Glaringly Obsolete

Apple’s macOS 27 Golden Gate, unveiled at WWDC 2026, drops Intel Mac support entirely and introduces “faster, calmer updates” with a new delta architecture that makes Windows 11’s bloated update process look archaic. This analysis compares the two operating systems’ update philosophies, Apple silicon optimization, and the stark implications of leaving Intel behind.

WN WindowsNews Desk·7h ago