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AppWizard

January 17, 2026

The Sims 4 Royalty and Legacy: all the confirmed features in the next expansion

The Sims 4 expansion titled Royalty and Legacy introduces new gameplay features focused on family dynasties, scandals, and prestige. It includes a new world named Ondarion with three neighborhoods: Dambele (West African-inspired), Verdemar (heroic outlaws and cunning nobles), and Bellacorde (romance and opulence). Key features include a new career (Noble), a new lot type (Backroom), a new skill (Swordsmanship), and a new resource (Favor). Players can manage dynasties, designate heirs and outcasts, and respond to scandals. A gameplay trailer is set to be released on January 22.

Winsage

January 12, 2026

Windows 11 File Explorer Lag: Legacy XP Feature Fix via Registry Tweak

File Explorer in Windows 11 has been reported to have performance issues, particularly delays when navigating folders with many media files or documents. This problem is linked to the auto-discovery feature, which optimizes folder display settings based on content but incurs a significant computational burden. Disabling this feature through registry modifications can lead to improved performance, with users experiencing faster navigation and reduced folder load times. Microsoft has acknowledged these issues and plans to preload File Explorer for quicker launches, but the underlying problems remain largely unaddressed. Users have shared their experiences and solutions, including registry tweaks that set folder types to "NotSpecified" to eliminate scanning overhead. Despite some incremental updates from Microsoft, many users still face core lags, prompting ongoing community-driven fixes and discussions about the need for deeper audits of legacy code.

Winsage

October 19, 2025

Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 25H2 is now available for everyone to grab

Windows 11 version 25H2, also known as the Windows 11 2025 Update, is now available to all eligible devices as of October 16, 2025. The update includes the removal of some legacy features and is considered minor. Users can download it by enabling the "Get the latest updates as soon as they're available" option or by checking Settings > Windows Update. Devices running Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 that are not managed by IT departments will receive the update automatically.

Winsage

October 12, 2025

9 new features coming with the October 2025 Security Update for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2

On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will roll out its Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11, introducing various features and security enhancements. Key updates include: 1. A feature allowing users to reposition hardware indicators on their desktops. 2. AI actions in File Explorer, enabling users to perform tasks like image searches and background removal directly from the file manager. 3. Improvements to the Windows Share interface, including a "Pin" option for favorite apps. 4. A new "Advanced" settings page that organizes settings into distinct sections. 5. Administrator Protection, which enhances security by generating an authorization dialog for unsigned or untrusted app elevation requests. 6. Support for third-party passkey providers, starting with 1Password. 7. Migration of legacy features from the Control Panel to the Settings app, including additional clocks and date/time format options. 8. A new Braille viewer in Windows Narrator to enhance accessibility. 9. Updates to the Click to Do actions menu with new tags and refined summary generation.

Winsage

October 1, 2025

Windows 11 25H2 update is out now, but be warned – this is one of the strangest upgrades ever

Microsoft has rolled out the Windows 11 annual update, designated as version 25H2. This update is described as an "enablement package," allowing users on version 24H2 to access new features, including a revamped Start menu with a layout change and the option to disable Microsoft's recommendations. These enhancements are also available to users on 24H2, potentially even before those who upgrade to 25H2. The update includes improvements in security features, such as build and runtime vulnerability detection and AI-assisted secure coding. It also removes legacy features like PowerShell 2.0 and the Windows Management Instrumentation command line. Users can enable the 'Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available' setting to position themselves for the update, although compatibility checks may delay rollout for some PCs. Microsoft advises against bypassing the standard update process to avoid complications.

Winsage

October 1, 2025

How to get the Windows 11 2025 Update

Microsoft has released the Windows 11 2025 Update, also known as Windows 11, version 25H2, which will be delivered as an enablement package (eKB) that includes features from version 24H2. This update focuses on security enhancements, including improved vulnerability detection and AI-assisted secure coding, while removing legacy features like PowerShell 2.0. The rollout begins for eligible devices running version 24H2, with a gradual expansion over the coming months. For commercial and educational users, version 25H2 is available through Windows Autopatch and the Microsoft 365 admin center, introducing new functionalities such as Wi-Fi 7. The support timeline is reset to 24 months for Home and Pro editions and 36 months for Enterprise and Education editions. Users on version 23H2 and earlier must perform a full OS swap to update to version 25H2. The update will be available via Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) on October 14, 2025.

Winsage

June 24, 2025

Bring the “Windows 10 look” back to Windows 11 — Everything I changed to restore the desktop UI experience

Many users transitioning from Windows 10 to Windows 11 find the new design and interface changes challenging. Windows 11 features a centered Taskbar, a simplified Start menu, and an updated File Explorer and Settings app. Users can customize their Windows 11 experience to resemble Windows 10 by making several adjustments. To align the Taskbar and Start menu to the left, users can go to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > Taskbar behaviors and select "Left" for Taskbar alignment. To show app labels in the Taskbar, users need to select "Never" for the "Combine taskbar buttons and hide labels" setting in the same menu. For those preferring the classic File Explorer, they can access it by searching for Windows Tools in the Start menu and selecting Home or This PC. Users can also change the color scheme by going to Settings > Personalization > Colors and selecting "Custom" mode, choosing a dark theme, and enabling accent colors for the Start and taskbar. To display classic desktop icons, users can go to Settings > Personalization > Themes > Desktop icon settings and check the desired icons. In Notepad, users can disable new features by adjusting settings in the app to revert to a more classic experience. For further customization, third-party tools like ExplorerPatcher and Windhawk can be used. ExplorerPatcher allows users to restore various interface elements from earlier Windows versions, while Windhawk provides a framework for modifying Windows 11 with community-created mods. Both tools can be installed via the Windows Package Manager and offer options to revert to classic aesthetics.

AppWizard

June 15, 2025

Android Instant Apps Heads to the Google Graveyard This December

Google has announced the discontinuation of Android Instant Apps, which will cease to function by December 2025, although it will remain available on the Google Play Store until then. Launched in 2017, Android Instant Apps allowed users to sample applications without full downloads, but its success depended on developer participation, which has dwindled. Notable brands like Wish and Vimeo integrated Instant Apps, but overall interest did not meet Google's expectations. This move aligns with Google's trend of phasing out legacy features, including the recent sunsetting of Google Assistant in favor of generative AI and the Google Gemini platform.

Winsage

June 9, 2025

Microsoft silently erases a key feature from Windows 7 as Windows 11 changes things up

Device Stage, a feature introduced with Windows 7 to streamline hardware compatibility and enhance user experience, has been deprecated as Windows 11 advances. Microsoft has removed all mentions of Device Stage from its support pages, indicating a shift away from legacy features. Originally announced in 2009, Device Stage provided a visual interface for device interactions and supported connections via USB, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi, often eliminating the need for manual software installation. The updated support page now focuses on Windows 10 and 11 functionalities, marking the end of Device Stage's relevance.

AppWizard

May 30, 2025

Google Meet will finally sunset legacy Duo features in September

Google Meet will fully replace legacy Duo calling features by September 2025. Users should update the Meet app and save their Duo call history and messages before this date. Some legacy features will be removed, but Google Meet will offer upgraded functionalities such as live captions, in-call chat, stackable effects, cloud encryption, and screen sharing. Users must keep their Meet app updated to ensure a smooth transition; if not all participants are updated, calls will revert to the legacy experience. Users are also encouraged to export their call history and video messages from the Duo app.