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You can still run the original Nvidia Control Panel by grabbing it from the Microsoft Store today — app remains useful to adjust a handful of RTX Pro and Quadro features, and may be handy for troubleshooting

The old Nvidia Control Panel is now a separate, optional download, but is it worth grabbing?

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The Nvidia Control Panel is no more, an ex-control panel, kicked the bucket, run down the curtain and joined the choir invisib... okay, it's being retired

Still, who wants to pour one out?

PC Gamer

Xbox Ally in 2026: Thoughts on the state of "Xbox Mode" on Windows PC, AutoSR tested, and what comes next for Xbox Helix

I often think I'm the only "game journalist" on Earth actively using the Xbox Ally and Xbox Mode on PC. There are at least DOZENS of us globally using these devices ... so for that very small audience, I thought I'd share some thoughts on its current state.

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How to Convert HEIC to JPG on Windows (5 Methods That Actually Work)

Can't open iPhone photos on your PC? Learn how to convert HEIC to JPG on Windows 10 & 11 using built-in apps, right-click shortcuts, or free batch tools.

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Forza Horizon 6 boots up in just 4 seconds instead of 90 with new Advanced Shader Delivery tech and AMD GPUs — Microsoft claims 95% reduction in gaming load times

Microsoft is bringing Advanced Shader Delivery to Windows 11 PCs at large, after introducing the tech on Xbox ROG Ally handhelds last year. The company says you can expect up to 95% faster load times in Forza Horizon 6, for instance, going from 90 seconds to just 4 seconds on…

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How to fix Forza Horizon 6 Invalid Game Services Detected error

You wouldn't want to encounter the Forza Horizon 6 Game Services error.

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N‑Studio brings a full screen recorder and editor to the Microsoft Store with a generous free tier

N‑Studio is now available on the Microsoft Store, offering a free Starter version with screen recording, audio capture and export tools. A $36 Professional upgrade adds timelapse support, extra adjustments and a full multi‑layer editor.

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“Your apps should update themselves” — Winget-AutoUpdate is the missing piece for automatic app updates on Windows 11

Winget-AutoUpdate automates app updates on Windows 11, eliminating manual commands and giving winget users full control.

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$Samsung software nuked Windows 11’s C:\ drive for some users — Microsoft says delete the offending app before the fix$

Samsung software nuked Windows 11’s C:\ drive for some users — Microsoft says delete the offending app before the fix

Microsoft explains how to fix broken drive C and app issues in Windows 11, with steps that may involve removing Samsung software.

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My new favorite app makes AirPods feel like they're at home on Windows 11 — I can't believe I put up with audio issues for so long

What if I told you there's an app that can solve practically all of the audio issues usually experienced when connecting AirPods to a Windows PC? I only wish I'd started using the MagicPods app a lot sooner.

Windows Central

Microsoft just made a command line version of the Microsoft Store for Windows 11 — install and update your apps without a GUI

You can now find, install, and update Microsoft Store apps using a command prompt on Windows 10 and Windows 11 PCs. No GUI required.

Windows Central

FM26 Update 26.1.3 Brings Back Pass Maps, Match AI Tweaks, and Stability Fixes

Football Manager 26 has received a new update, with version 26.1.3 now available across Steam, Epic Games Store, and the Microsoft Store, as well as on FM26 Console.

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Signal finally lands on the Microsoft Store, giving Windows 11 and 10 a long‑overdue win

Signal Private Messenger can now be searched for and downloaded on Windows PCs directly via the Microsoft Store.

Windows Central

Microsoft quietly kills off 3D Viewer app — the Mixed Reality-era app will disappear from the Microsoft Store later this year

Microsoft has moved its 3D Viewer app onto the deprecated list, and it's expected to disappear from the Microsoft Store in July 2026. I have some suggestions as to what you can use instead.

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Xbox has a shovelware problem — 40% of 2025 releases were Gamerscore spam, according to a new report

New data from TrueAchievements reveals that nearly 40% of Xbox games released in 2025 were spam titles designed around easy Gamerscore. The report highlights growing storefront clutter and Gamerscore inflation.

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Microsoft’s new developer tool aims to make bringing apps to Windows 11 far easier, potentially boosting the platform’s app ecosystem

Microsoft is making it easier to build for Windows 11 with the WinApp CLI, a tool designed to help cross-platform developers access native APIs and the Microsoft Store.

PC Gamer

Update your MyAsus software now because there's a fix for a nasty hack that could easily ruin your day

You gotta watch out for that arbitrary code execution.

Windows Central

How to get started with PowerToys Command Palette on Windows 11 — an answer to macOS Spotlight for Windows PCs

How to use PowerToys Command Palette on Windows 11 to launch apps, run commands, search faster, and extend features with extensions.

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I'm transforming Windows 11 in 2026 using PowerToys – here's how you can too

If you thought PowerToys was a mysterious suite of high-powered tools for enthusiast tinkerers only, well, think again.

Windows Central

Xbox Ally starter guide: 7 essential steps every new owner should do first

Did you get a shiny new Xbox Ally or Xbox Ally X recently? If so, consider following these steps to improve your experience before diving into those similarly shiny games.

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If you're getting your kid a laptop for Christmas, make sure you do these 7 things before December 25!

If you're gifting your kid a laptop this Christmas, do the heavy work beforehand and get it all set up. Here are seven things you should do!

Windows Central

How to redeem Xbox and Microsoft Store codes and gift cards

Want to redeem that shiny new Xbox Gift Card code? Maybe an Xbox Game Pass time card code? Perhaps it's even a new game?! Here's how you do it.

Windows Central

Instead of a Microsoft Wrapped, we got a recap — and it’s noticeably light on the company’s biggest controversies

Microsoft published a positive year-in-review for its Store, but it leaves out shutdowns, missing features, and criticism that shaped 2025.

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A forgotten Halo game has been pulled from the Microsoft Store without warning, leaving fans confused and searching for answers

Microsoft has quietly removed a Halo game from its digital storefront, and the move has gone almost entirely unnoticed until now.

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Bored with your Windows 11 desktop? Microsoft is offering a free upgrade of handpicked themes from its store

Microsoft wants to make it easy to revamp your Windows 11 desktop by offering free curated themes in its store.

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