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Windows 11 Start Menu Revealed as Resource-Heavy React Native App, Sparks Performance Concerns

1 week ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Recent observations from users on the social platform X have uncovered performance issues tied to the Windows 11 Start Menu, revealing that the component is built using React Native - a framework known for its cross-platform flexibility but criticized for inefficiency in system-level applications. Users report that clicking the Start button can spike CPU usage by 30% to 70% on at least one core, depending on the hardware configuration.
Windows will soon update all your apps from Windows Update

1 week ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Microsoft has launched a private preview for a new Windows Update orchestration platform, designed to provide a more unified and coordinated approach to managing updates across applications, drivers, and Windows components. In simple words, your regular apps will be updated from Windows Update. Currently, many software applications—including enterprise business tools and development environments—implement independent update mechanisms.
Microsoft Moves Time Server Address Option from Control Panel to Settings

1 week ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Microsoft continues to expand the Settings app with classic options. In Windows 11, the time server address configuration waves goodbye to the classic Control Panel and is getting a new home in Settings. This setting, previously found under Control Panel > Clock and Region > Date and Time > Internet Time, allows users to specify a network time server used to synchronize the system clock automatically. The option now appears under Settings > Time & Language > Date & Time.
KB5058502 Preview for Windows 11 Comes with a Lot of Improvements

1 week ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Microsoft has released optional cumulative update KB5058502 (builds 22621.5413 and 22631.5413) for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, which brings with it bug fixes and various improvements. Gradual roll-out What's new in KB5058502 for Windows 11The new features described below are not available to all Insiders as they are being rolled out in stages. CopilotYou can now open Copilot for Windows using the Win + C keyboard shortcut.
Firefox 139 Released with Custom Wallpaper for NTP and Link Preview Support

1 week ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Mozilla has officially released the Firefox 139 web browser. The company has also issued updates for the long-term support branches: Firefox 115.24.0 and Firefox 128.11.0. Meanwhile, Mozilla has moved the Firefox 140 branch into the beta testing phase, with the final release scheduled for June 24, 2025. Key Changes in Firefox 139Firefox 139 now allows users to assign a custom background image or choose a background color for the new tab page.
Edge 136 Stable Features Copilot Integration on the New Tab Page

1 week ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Microsoft has announced the availability of Edge 136.0.3240.92. The update is now available for everyone with new enhancements that improve productivity. For that, you will find more seamless integration of AI-powered capabilities via Copilot directly on the New Tab Page (NTP). What's new in Microsoft Edge 136Starting at the end of May 2025, users may begin to see suggested work and productivity-related Copilot prompts appearing near the search box on the NTP.
Windows 11 Build 26120.4161 (Beta) greatly improves Widgets and Click to Do

2 weeks ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Microsoft today released a new Beta channel build to Windows Insiders. Windows 11, Build 26120.4161 (KB5058515) represents version 24H2, and comes with a number of new features and improvements: "Draft with Copilot in Word" is coming soon to Click to Do. Highlight text, press Win + click, and let Copilot help draft content effortlessly. Requires Microsoft 365 Copilot subscription. Lock Screen Customization now allows adding, removing, and rearranging widgets like Weather and Traffic.
Windows 11 Build 27863 (Canary) Comes with Fixes for Safe Mode and Sandbox

2 weeks ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 27863, to Windows Insiders participants using the Canary channel. Key changes include Post-quantum cryptography, and various fixes. The latter includes reliability improvements for the Safe Mode and Windows Sandbox.
Snipping Tool on Windows 11 Gets Exciting New Feature: GIF Screen Recording

2 weeks ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Microsoft continues to enhance the built-in tools of Windows 11, and the Snipping Tool app is becoming more feature-rich. The Redmond firm is adding a screen recording feature that exports directly to GIF, making it easier than ever to capture and share short visual explanations that perfectly suit for web. What is the Snipping Tool? The Snipping Tool is a native Windows application designed for capturing screenshots (or "snips") of your screen.
Mozilla Discontinues Pocket and Fakespot Services

2 weeks ago | winaero.com | Sergey Tkachenko

Mozilla has announced the discontinuation of its popular Pocket service. Effective immediately, the Pocket app and browser add-on have been removed from app stores, and new account registrations have been suspended. The service will officially shut down on July 8, 2025, after which unspent funds will be refunded to paying subscribers. From that date, Pocket Web will transition to export-only mode, allowing users to retrieve their data.