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Microsoft brags Copilot key has main character energy on Windows 11, but you can soon remap it
Winsage
July 3, 2026

Microsoft brags Copilot key has main character energy on Windows 11, but you can soon remap it

Microsoft promoted the Copilot key on social media, branding it as a button with “main character energy,” despite acknowledging that it has negatively impacted productivity for some users. The company plans to allow remapping of the key in an upcoming Windows 11 update. User reactions to the promotion were largely critical, with many expressing dissatisfaction and calling for the removal of the Copilot key. Microsoft had previously admitted that the key caused disruptions in productivity and accessibility workflows. Additionally, only 3.3% of Microsoft 365 users are paying for Copilot, indicating low adoption. Microsoft has distanced its flagship products from the Copilot branding and users have reported preferring alternatives like ChatGPT and Claude over Copilot.
Windows 11 surpasses 70% among PC gamers on Steam as Windows 10 starts fading away
Winsage
July 2, 2026

Windows 11 surpasses 70% among PC gamers on Steam as Windows 10 starts fading away

Windows 11 has surpassed 70% market share among Steam users, reaching 70.44% with a 0.68% increase from the previous month. Windows 10's market share has declined by 0.43%. Linux's market share has decreased by 0.30% to 3.69%, down from 2.57% last year, while macOS has risen by 0.05% to 2.21% from 1.76% last year.
Pixel users aren't receiving calls, but the issue might be Google's phone app
AppWizard
July 2, 2026

Pixel users aren’t receiving calls, but the issue might be Google’s phone app

Pixel users are experiencing a "missing incoming call" bug that prevents notifications for incoming calls across various Pixel devices. This issue is linked to the Google Phone app and has persisted for several months, affecting users even after updates, including those on the Android 17 QPR1 Beta 5. Reports indicate that some users have resolved the issue by disabling the Call Screen feature. Android Central has noted the problem and reached out to Google for clarification.
YouTube Shorts just borrowed more of TikTok's best tricks
AppWizard
June 29, 2026

YouTube Shorts just borrowed more of TikTok’s best tricks

YouTube is enhancing its Shorts platform with several new features: - Introduction of 2x playback speed, allowing users to accelerate through content by holding either side of the screen. - A "clear screen" mode that hides on-screen elements for a cleaner viewing experience. - Replacement of the thumbs-up icon with a heart for expressing approval. - Elimination of the dislike button, with users now able to select "Not interested" or "Don’t recommend this channel" for feedback. - Current dislike counts will remain accessible in YouTube Studio, but new dislike counts for Shorts will not be collected starting at the end of June. - Users can mute Shorts directly from the player for a quieter browsing experience.
silver Android smartphone
AppWizard
June 29, 2026

Is Minecraft down today on Monday, June 29? Latest updates

On June 29, 2026, players of Minecraft are experiencing difficulties connecting to the game, with widespread reports of issues across social media. There has been no official communication from Mojang about the game's status, and there are no definitive answers regarding when the game will be restored.
Minecraft's new, free inventory-expanding backpack has been eating players' loot
AppWizard
June 28, 2026

Minecraft’s new, free inventory-expanding backpack has been eating players’ loot

Mojang has introduced the Herschel Backpack Trials add-on for Minecraft, which allows players to expand their inventory to 16 pages and 384 slots. The add-on is free and includes challenges to increase bag capacity, as well as features like automatic sorting and a soul-bound function. However, some players have reported that their backpacks become empty upon logging back into the game. Despite this issue, the add-on has a 4.5-star rating on the Minecraft Marketplace. A bug report regarding the disappearing items remains unresolved.
Windows 11’s huge July 14 update is loaded with new features — these are the 13 that matter most
Winsage
June 26, 2026

Windows 11’s huge July 14 update is loaded with new features — these are the 13 that matter most

Microsoft will launch the Windows 11 July 2026 Security Update on July 14, 2026, introducing new features and bug fixes. Key features include the Point-in-time Restore recovery feature, which allows users to revert to a stable system state using restore points, and enhancements to Bluetooth, network virtualization, and touchpad functionality. The update will be available for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2, managed through Controlled Feature Rollout (CFR) technology. The update enhances the "Pause updates" functionality with a calendar view for pausing updates for up to 35 days. The Magnifier tool will allow users to input exact zoom percentages, and printer installations will default to the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP). Location settings will be simplified, and File Explorer will see performance improvements, including new options on the Home page. Bluetooth enhancements will improve reliability and audio performance, while Phone Link will refine call handling between Windows 11 and smartphones. Voice Typing and Voice Access will be improved for real-time text refinement and support multiple languages. Networking improvements will focus on reliability and performance, particularly in virtualized environments, and touchpad customization options will allow adjustments to the right-click area.
'Don't blame yourselves' for Destiny 2's end, community lead tells players: 'No words can accurately depict how lucky we are to have shared these worlds with you'
AppWizard
June 24, 2026

‘Don’t blame yourselves’ for Destiny 2’s end, community lead tells players: ‘No words can accurately depict how lucky we are to have shared these worlds with you’

Destiny 2 has released its final update, marking the end of support for the game. Bungie's management has faced criticism regarding the game's decline, with players expressing frustration over various decisions. Bungie's communications lead, Dylan Gafner, reassured the community that players should not blame themselves for the game's trajectory. The studio has dealt with backlash and threats from players, leading to a reduction in communications and legal action against an abusive player in 2023, resulting in a 0,000 judgment. Despite challenges, most of the community has expressed frustrations respectfully.
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