Although delivered as a lightweight enablement package, the Windows 11 26H2 update consolidates months of incremental optimizations, delivering noticeable speed improvements and reduced memory consumption across many systems. Because Microsoft relies on gradual rollouts, many devices are experiencing these cumulative refinements simultaneously for the first time. According to WindowsLatest, a primary contributor to improved system…
Microsoft has begun rolling out a Windows 11 Search feature that can automatically add frequently used folders to the operating system’s search index. Microsoft says “Windows now automatically indexes your most used folders,” putting files from those locations into later search results. The feature debuted with the August 27 KB5120998 preview update for Windows 11…
At Lenovo Innovation World at IFA 2026, Lenovo announced major expansions to its creator portfolio, introducing two flagship AI-powered laptops alongside a new generation of pen-first tablets built for high-performance computing, design, and seamless cross-device workflows. The performance centerpiece is the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n (15”, 11), engineered for developers and visual artists executing complex…
At the next@Acer global press conference during IFA 2026 in Berlin, Acer revealed a new small-form-factor desktop concept named the Acer SFF RTX Spark. Engineered to handle the rising computational demands of modern artificial intelligence, the ultra-efficient desktop integrates the NVIDIA RTX Spark superchip into a compact chassis designed specifically for next-generation Windows PC experiences. …
Microsoft has issued an optional update for Windows 11 which enables users to prevent web-based Bing results and listings from the Microsoft Store appearing in the built-in search tool, as part of the KB5120998 update. This feature, which Microsoft had already been obliged to introduce in Europe, is now being made available globally as well;…
Microsoft has confirmed a bug in Windows 11 that breaks Internet Explorer mode in Microsoft Edge for some users. IE mode is used to load legacy websites and web apps that still require Internet Explorer. The bug stops these sites from loading properly. Microsoft acknowledged the issue on the Windows release health dashboard and says…
Microsoft is working to reduce Windows 11‘s memory footprint to improve performance on PCs with 8GB of RAM. This is one of four focus areas outlined by Windows chief Pavan Davuluri for the remainder of 2026. The other areas are onboarding and setup, family features, and voice input. This initiative builds on efforts launched in…
According to Windows Central, Windows 11 version 26H2 will restore Taskbar movement to any screen edge, introduce Start menu customization, and overhaul Windows Search. These features are in development for the 2026 cycle. This update does not include a full desktop redesign but targets three core areas of the operating system. Windows Central reports these…
Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Build 26220.8925 to the Beta Channel, introducing new controls for precision touchpad scrolling and zooming, faster scrolling, Start menu toggles at the section level, and various File Explorer updates, according to the Windows Insider release notes and reports from Windows Central. This build is among five Insider updates…
Microsoft has confirmed a Windows 11 bug that causes the Capability Access Manager write-ahead log file to grow continuously without being compacted, which can lead to the use of over 500GB of drive space on affected systems. The fix is included in update KB5095093, which contains builds 26200.8737 and 26100.8737. Users can install this update…
