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Microsoft never learns, IT admins rage as a new OneDrive app invades Windows 11 and keeps coming back when you remove it
Winsage
August 4, 2026

Microsoft never learns, IT admins rage as a new OneDrive app invades Windows 11 and keeps coming back when you remove it

Microsoft has begun silently installing the "OneDrive Photos" app on Windows PCs, including enterprise systems managed via Microsoft Intune, without prior notification. IT professionals have expressed significant frustration over this unexpected addition, noting that the app is incompatible with Entra accounts and cannot be removed without uninstalling OneDrive entirely. The app functions as a web-based gallery feature, indexing and displaying photos stored on local machines, but its necessity is questioned due to the existing Microsoft Photos app. OneDrive Photos is linked to the OneDrive sync client, making it impossible to uninstall independently. Users have reported that the app appears in Windows Search results with an 'Uninstall' option but does not show up in the Installed apps page, leading to confusion. A script has been developed to remove the shortcut, but it often reappears due to its connection with the OneDrive sync client. Discussions with Microsoft suggest that the rollout may have been unintended, with an apology expected soon.
If you use the Xbox App on Windows 11 with non-Xbox games then you absolutely need to use this Game Bar widget
Winsage
August 4, 2026

If you use the Xbox App on Windows 11 with non-Xbox games then you absolutely need to use this Game Bar widget

SteamGridDB is now available on Windows 11, allowing users to enhance their gaming library's visual appeal by replacing low-resolution box art with better artwork. It can be downloaded from the Microsoft Store and is easily accessible through the Widgets Menu on the Game Bar. Users can select a game, search for compatible artwork, and integrate their chosen artwork into the Xbox App library. This feature is particularly beneficial for handheld gaming PCs and is pinned as a permanent widget in the Game Bar for quick access.
Microsoft pays security researchers $20M following AI-backed surge in bug reports
Winsage
August 4, 2026

Microsoft pays security researchers $20M following AI-backed surge in bug reports

The Microsoft Bounty Program awarded million to 562 researchers across 64 countries, surpassing last year's million distributed to 344 researchers. The program invites researchers to report vulnerabilities in Microsoft's products and services. This year's increase in submissions is partly due to advancements in artificial intelligence, which helps researchers identify vulnerabilities but also aids malicious actors. The Microsoft Zero Day Quest event resulted in over 700 vulnerability reports and more than .3 million awarded to participants.
Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC and Helix will reportedly include Xbox 360 games
AppWizard
August 4, 2026

Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC and Helix will reportedly include Xbox 360 games

Microsoft's Xbox division plans to expand backward compatibility for PC to include Xbox 360 games, allowing developers to make their titles available for PC users. This initiative follows the recent introduction of four original Xbox games to PC. The Xbox 360 games will be playable on various platforms, including the Xbox app on Windows, handheld devices, and the upcoming Project Helix console. Developers will have control over backward compatibility, pricing, and availability on Xbox Game Pass. The rollout for Xbox 360 compatibility is expected between 2027 and 2028, while the full launch for original Xbox games on PC is scheduled for October, with enhancements like 4x resolution scaling and anti-aliasing. Additionally, achievements will be introduced for original Xbox titles on both console and PC.
silver Android smartphone
AppWizard
August 4, 2026

Tor launches Snowflake Android app to help users bypass censorship

The Tor Project has launched an Android app called Snowflake Volunteer, allowing users to share their internet bandwidth to help others bypass online censorship. The app enhances the network of volunteer-operated Snowflake proxies while enabling users to manage their device's battery and network usage. Snowflake disguises internet traffic to resemble video calls, making it harder for censors to block connections. Developed by Bloco in collaboration with Tor’s anti-censorship team, the app is built on mobile Tor components and is designed for background operation. Users can configure the app to run on unmetered networks and during charging. Snowflake Volunteer is available for download on Google Play and F-Droid, with its source code accessible for independent compilation. Volunteers are advised to consider their data limits and device performance when using the app.
Beast of Reincarnation Roars Onto Game Pass, Xbox, PlayStation, PC - Game Freak's Ambitious Action RPG Has Arrived
AppWizard
August 4, 2026

Beast of Reincarnation Roars Onto Game Pass, Xbox, PlayStation, PC – Game Freak’s Ambitious Action RPG Has Arrived

Game Freak has released a post-apocalyptic action RPG titled "Beast of Reincarnation," available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Play Anywhere, and PlayStation 5, with a price of £49.99 for the Standard Edition and £57.99 for the Digital Deluxe Edition. The game is also available on Game Pass from day one. Set in the year 4026, it features protagonists Emma and her dog Koo as they navigate a Japan overrun by nature and a deadly blight. The combat system allows players to control both characters, with Emma utilizing swordplay and Koo executing special techniques. Players can customize Emma's skills through various trees, spirit stones, and equipment. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes additional content such as skins for Koo, a special hat for Emma, a sword, in-game currency, and vegetable seedlings.
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