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Take my money: These are the 7 apps I gladly pay for every month
AppWizard
December 4, 2025

Take my money: These are the 7 apps I gladly pay for every month

The subscription model for digital services is becoming more common, eliciting mixed feelings among users. Many are willing to invest in apps that enhance their daily lives. A recent poll showed varied monthly spending on app subscriptions, with most users balancing free and premium options. Balance is a popular meditation app with a yearly subscription cost of around , appreciated for its guided sessions. Todoist, a task management app, faces scrutiny due to recent price hikes, leading users to reconsider its value. YNAB (You Need A Budget) costs monthly or annually and is valued for its financial planning capabilities. Gemini, a versatile tool for content creation, has a monthly subscription price of , which users find justified by its features. Spotify, a leading music streaming service, costs .99 per month and is favored for its extensive library. Netflix is a preferred video streaming service, though users often switch between platforms like HBO and Prime Video based on content preferences. Niagara Launcher, a minimalist smartphone customization app, costs annually and is valued for its clean interface and accessibility features.
Microsoft just broke File Explorer dark mode – some Windows 11 users are seeing jarring white flashes when opening folders
Winsage
December 4, 2025

Microsoft just broke File Explorer dark mode – some Windows 11 users are seeing jarring white flashes when opening folders

Windows 11 has released a preview update, KB5070311, aimed at improving dark mode, but it has introduced a visual glitch causing a white flash when opening folders in File Explorer. This issue occurs during various actions, such as navigating tabs and toggling the Details pane. Microsoft has acknowledged the problem, noting that users may experience a brief blank white screen before files and folders load. The update was intended to enhance dark mode consistency, but the glitch disrupts the user experience, particularly in low-light environments. The next cumulative update is scheduled for December 9, 2023.
Announcing the Microsoft Store Awards 2025 winners
Winsage
December 4, 2025

Announcing the Microsoft Store Awards 2025 winners

The Microsoft Store Awards recognized exceptional applications that enhance user experiences within the Windows ecosystem. AI Assistants category: - Winner: Perplexity by Perplexity AI - Features native voice dictation, multi-modal AI search, and deep desktop integration for rapid research. - Winner: ChatGPT by OpenAI - Provides instant answers, direct image and file uploads, and enterprise-level privacy controls. Business category: - Winner: Invoice Maker & Estimate Creator by Moon Technolabs Pvt. Ltd. - Streamlines finance tasks with customizable templates and real-time payment tracking. Computer-Using Agents (CUA) category: - Winner: Manus by Manus AI - Automates complex tasks within a secure sandbox and allows users to guide ongoing actions. Creativity category: - Winner: n-Track Studio by n-Track S.r.I. - Transforms devices into recording studios with support for unlimited tracks and advanced effects. Developer Tools category: - Winner: ngrok by ngrok - Facilitates secure tunneling and remote access with automatic updates and compatibility with Windows Defender. Education category: - Winner: Scratch 3 by Scratch Foundation - Empowers students in computational thinking through engaging projects and block coding. Game category: - Winner: Castle Craft by Clever Apps Pte Ltd - Offers an immersive gaming experience with dynamic resource merging and family-friendly design. Music category: - Winner: Moises Live by Moises Systems, Inc - Leverages real-time AI audio separation technology for remixing and practice. Productivity category: - Winner: Notion by Notion Labs Inc - Consolidates tasks and notes into a searchable workspace with automation features. Each winner will receive a Store Award Winner badge in the Microsoft Store.
Windows 11’s “fast” File Explorer is slower than ever and hogs more RAM
Winsage
December 4, 2025

Windows 11’s “fast” File Explorer is slower than ever and hogs more RAM

Microsoft has introduced a background-preloading update for File Explorer in Windows 11 Insider builds to enhance application speed and smoothness. Initial tests indicate that the preloaded version opens more slowly than the standard Explorer in Windows 10, particularly on devices with limited RAM (4-8 GB), leading to sluggish performance during multitasking. Users have reported slower context menus and folder navigation, despite the intended improvements. Preloading is enabled by default in the Insider build, but Microsoft has not confirmed plans for a broader rollout. The update raises concerns about the efficiency of Windows 11's design, as the combination of older Win32 components with newer WinUI elements may compromise core performance. Users relying on File Explorer may experience delays and unresponsiveness, particularly if their systems have limited resources. Microsoft may reconsider its approach to the preloading feature in future Insider builds, and users experiencing slowdowns might consider disabling it or reducing visual effects to improve performance.
Windows 11 growth slows as millions stick with Windows 10
Winsage
December 3, 2025

Windows 11 growth slows as millions stick with Windows 10

By November 2025, Windows 11 held 53.7 percent of the Windows desktop market, while Windows 10 had 42.7 percent. Statcounter's data is based on a sample of around 1.5 million websites. Many consumers have devices incompatible with upgrades or prefer not to change functioning systems. In the EU, consumers benefit from free Microsoft Extended Security Updates (ESU). Businesses face slow change management processes due to poor planning and resource challenges. Organizations use ESUs to maintain security during transitions, but costs can be burdensome for unprepared businesses. Consumers often retain older Windows 10 machines for secondary tasks, affecting usage statistics. Organizations strategically leverage ESUs for mission-critical systems and budget constraints. The cost of ESUs is often less than the potential disruptions from migration. Windows 11 lacks compelling features to prompt enterprises to upgrade, and adoption is slower than previous operating systems, lagging by 10-12 points according to Dell's COO.
Fileless protection explained: Blocking the invisible threat others miss
Tech Optimizer
December 3, 2025

Fileless protection explained: Blocking the invisible threat others miss

Fileless malware operates within a computer's active memory, avoiding detection by traditional antivirus solutions that rely on file scanning. It uses legitimate tools like PowerShell to execute harmful commands without creating files, making it difficult to identify. Cybercriminals can use fileless malware for various malicious activities, including data theft and cryptocurrency mining. Malwarebytes combats fileless attacks through two defense layers: Script Monitoring, which intercepts potentially dangerous scripts at execution, and Command-Line Protection, which scrutinizes command-line tools for suspicious activities. Examples of fileless attacks include malicious email attachments activating PowerShell to download ransomware, hidden JavaScript on websites mining cryptocurrency, and attackers using Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) to create backdoors. Malwarebytes' Fileless Protection operates automatically in the background, ensuring legitimate applications function normally while monitoring for threats. It is part of a comprehensive security framework that includes machine-learning detection and web protection, designed to stop attacks that do not write files. This protection is included with Malwarebytes Premium, aimed at safeguarding personal and small business systems.
TREK: T.I. SMS For Android
AppWizard
December 3, 2025

TREK: T.I. SMS For Android

The TREK: T.I. SMS application is an SMS/MMS messaging app with a rating of 4.3 stars from over 5,000 user reviews. It features customizable options, including security and privacy management, data controls, dual SIM support, group messaging, customizable notifications, delayed messaging, message filters, themes, widgets, and popup replies. The app's interface is inspired by retro sci-fi designs and uses public domain graphics to avoid copyright issues. It is available for USD 3.49 and is compatible with various Android devices, rated for all ages. Users can follow the developer, NSTEnterprises, on Facebook for updates.
Windows 11's latest update includes a free File Explorer flashbang bug for dark mode users wanting to relive their early Counter-Strike days
Winsage
December 3, 2025

Windows 11’s latest update includes a free File Explorer flashbang bug for dark mode users wanting to relive their early Counter-Strike days

A recent update to Windows 11, specifically the KB5070311 update, has introduced a bug where File Explorer sometimes opens as a bright white window instead of the expected dark mode. This issue has been reported by users and highlighted by The Verge. Users looking for alternatives to avoid this problem can consider using Explorer++, which provides a gentler file navigation experience.
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