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Microsoft Caught Between Windows 10 Stagnation and AI Infrastructure Splurge as Macro Data Looms
Winsage
June 28, 2026

Microsoft Caught Between Windows 10 Stagnation and AI Infrastructure Splurge as Macro Data Looms

Microsoft shares rose 5.71% to close at €327.90 on Friday, recovering from a 52-week low of €307.10 earlier that day. The company reported revenue of €82.9 billion in its latest quarterly earnings, an 18% year-on-year increase, driven by cloud and AI services. On June 22, Chevron announced a 20-year power purchase agreement with Microsoft for approximately 2.67 gigawatts of capacity for a data center, with the first power delivery expected in 2028. Microsoft extended its Extended Security Updates program for Windows 10 home users by another year, pushing the final security patch deadline to October 2027. The stock's closing price is only 6.77% above its 52-week low, with a 50-day moving average at €352.96 and a 200-day average at €383.98. The relative strength index is at 43, indicating no strong momentum.
Palworld 1.0 update has '27 pdf pages of changes and additions,' says publishing lead
AppWizard
June 27, 2026

Palworld 1.0 update has ’27 pdf pages of changes and additions,’ says publishing lead

Palworld is set to launch its version 1.0 on July 10, completing its development cycle. The game will introduce numerous new features, including a flight-enabling wing pack and various items and pals, with the World Tree playing a significant narrative role. It currently has over 35,000 concurrent players and has received multiple Steam awards. Players will not need to restart their progress for the new content, although starting fresh may enhance the experience.
Windows 11's built-in apps are getting quiet but welcome improvements
Winsage
June 27, 2026

Windows 11’s built-in apps are getting quiet but welcome improvements

Microsoft has released a preview version of its upcoming Windows update for members of the Windows Insider Program, enhancing several pre-installed applications including Calculator, Camera, Clock, Media Player, Notepad, Paint, Photos, and Sound Recorder. Key updates include: - Calculator: Improved accuracy in square root calculations, high-contrast readability for settings, right-to-left language support, and a fix for startup issues. - Sound Recorder: Added Bluetooth microphone support, a streamlined interface, immediate access to features, disabled WAV file tags, a smoother deletion process, and a resolved memory leak issue. - Additional features: AI-generated image watermarks in Photos, a zoom slider in Camera, customizable subtitles in Media Player, and a new option to delay alarms by 15 minutes in Clock.
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Winsage
June 26, 2026

Windows 11’s built-in apps are getting quiet but welcome improvements

Microsoft has released a preview version of an upcoming Windows update for members of the Windows Insider Program, enhancing several pre-installed applications including Calculator, Camera, Clock, Media Player, Notepad, Paint, Photos, and Sound Recorder. The Calculator update includes improved accuracy for square root calculations, better readability in high-contrast designs, right-to-left language support for Arabic and Hebrew, and a fix for startup issues. The Sound Recorder enhancements feature an accurate live waveform display for Bluetooth recordings, a streamlined interface, immediate access to the "Highlight" button, disabled tags for WAV recordings, a smoother deletion process for multiple recordings, and a fix for a memory leak issue. Additional features include watermarks for AI-generated images in the Photos app, a zoom slider in the Camera app, customizable subtitles in Media Player, and a 15-minute delay option for alarms in the Clock app.
Windows Update Will Start Showing New Insider Channel System to all Windows 11 Users
Winsage
June 26, 2026

Windows Update Will Start Showing New Insider Channel System to all Windows 11 Users

The Windows Insider Channel system is expanding to all Windows 11 users via Windows Update, allowing non-Insiders to join the program. The previous Canary, Dev, and Beta Channels will be replaced by the Experimental and Beta Channel options. The Experimental Channel will introduce new features first and allow user feedback to shape developments, while the Beta Channel will provide early access to upcoming features but will discontinue controlled feature rollouts. Microsoft recently released five new builds across the Beta and Experimental Channels, including a new taskbar size setting in the Experimental build 26300.8758 to enhance taskbar customizability.
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.
Google Finance Debuts App and Investment Tracking Capabilities
AppWizard
June 26, 2026

Google Finance Debuts App and Investment Tracking Capabilities

Google has introduced new investing features and an Android app for Google Finance as of June 25. The updated portfolios tool allows users to monitor investments from a single dashboard, with existing portfolios automatically integrated and new users able to create portfolios by uploading files or describing investments. Users can utilize a research tool to analyze their investment strategies and customize notifications on specific topics. The new Google Finance app provides access to watchlists, real-time data, financial news, and AI-powered insights. This development aligns with a trend where 62% of Generation Z consumers are open to using AI for financial planning, with over 60% engaging with AI tools through smartphone apps. Google Finance was initially launched in the U.S. last year and expanded to Europe last month.
EDB launches agentic Postgres AI with governance tools
Tech Optimizer
June 26, 2026

EDB launches agentic Postgres AI with governance tools

EDB has introduced new features for its Postgres AI platform, including an agentic database and converged analytics capabilities, allowing enterprises to run AI agents alongside transactional workloads on a unified PostgreSQL foundation. The platform includes governance tools that position control mechanisms at the data layer and integrates AI processing with operational data, enabling businesses to connect live records with AI systems without transferring sensitive information. The agentic database can monitor over 200 metrics, identify issues, suggest changes, and apply fixes automatically based on user-defined policies. It consolidates various data types through a single SQL interface, significantly accelerating database tuning processes and enhancing application performance. EDB has also expanded its analytics capabilities with a zero-ETL architecture for real-time analysis and large-scale warehousing. EDB PG AI for ClickHouse targets real-time analysis, while EDB PG AI for WarehousePG focuses on historical analysis at petabyte scale. The platform claims up to 30 times faster query performance compared to legacy systems and improved scaling efficiency. EDB's platform integrates vector search and retrieval for AI agents, demonstrating lower query latency and higher retrieval accuracy than competitors. NTT East is using EDB PG AI for AI-driven network operations, while the governance feature manages agent access at the data querying point using native Postgres roles and row-level security. The platform can be deployed on-premises, in hybrid environments, or across cloud infrastructures, with partnerships including Dell, IBM, Nvidia, Red Hat, and Supermicro.
Our latest Google Finance upgrades, including a new app
AppWizard
June 25, 2026

Our latest Google Finance upgrades, including a new app

Google Finance has officially launched its revamped platform, moving out of beta with new features for investment tracking. A new Android app has been released to help users manage their financial portfolios on the go. The platform now offers global access to personalized portfolios with advanced insights tailored to investment strategies, along with a consolidated dashboard for performance metrics and asset allocation. Existing portfolios will transition automatically, and new users can create portfolios by uploading screenshots or files, or by describing their investments.
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