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Winsage

May 16, 2026

Windows 11 tests an adjustable taskbar and resizable Start menu

Windows 11 Insiders can now reposition the taskbar to the bottom, top, left, or right side of their screens. Users can adjust the size of the Start menu with "Small" and "Large" options, and customize the alignment of icons within the taskbar. The Start menu will feature a new layout with toggles to show or hide sections like “Pinned,” “Recommended” (rebranded as “Recent”), and “All.” Users can also hide personal details from the Start menu during presentations or screen sharing. These features will roll out in the coming weeks to the Experimental Channel.

Winsage

May 16, 2026

Microsoft will soon automatically uninstall bad Windows drivers and this new tool could be a game changer for your PC

Microsoft has introduced a tool called Cloud-Initiated Driver Recovery, which allows the company to remotely roll back problematic Windows drivers after they have been distributed via Windows Update. This tool aims to reduce the need for manual intervention from hardware manufacturers and end-users by replacing faulty drivers with the last known stable version. Additionally, Microsoft is working on enhancements for Windows 11, including a redesigned Start menu and a comprehensive reset feature. At the WinHEC 2026 conference, Microsoft also announced a new Driver Quality Initiative to maintain high standards in driver performance and reliability, which will support the effectiveness of the recovery tool.

Winsage

May 15, 2026

Windows 11’s May update is causing install failures and slow internet — here’s what we know

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11, KB5089549, released on May 13, 2026, has caused installation issues for some users, who receive an error message indicating a rollback. Additionally, a smaller group has reported decreased internet performance after the update. Users facing installation failures may see the system revert to the previous version automatically and can attempt to reinstall the update or troubleshoot by clearing the SoftwareDistribution cache or using the Windows Update troubleshooter.

Winsage

May 15, 2026

Improving Windows quality: Making Taskbar and Start more personal

Microsoft is enhancing the Windows experience by focusing on performance, reliability, and craftsmanship, with a commitment to transparency about updates. The Start menu and taskbar are receiving particular attention, with new customization options being introduced for users in the Experimental channel. Users can now reposition the taskbar to any edge of the screen, customize icon alignment, and view every window at a glance with ungrouped icons. A more compact taskbar option will also be available for smaller screens. The Start menu will feature section-level toggles for easier customization, separate controls for file recommendations, size settings, and the option to hide user names for privacy. The Recommended section will be renamed Recent to better reflect its purpose. These features will be gradually rolled out, with user feedback being encouraged through the Feedback Hub.

AppWizard

May 15, 2026

Valve’s massive update to the Steam marketplace must be working, because a gun I had listed on there for years just sold for a cool 40 bucks

Valve has released a significant update to the Steam Community Market, currently in beta and available to all Steam users with an opt-out option. The update enhances the user experience for purchasing virtual items, particularly in Counter-Strike, and includes improvements such as larger item listings with more images and detailed descriptions, automatically generated images for Counter-Strike items, and a streamlined purchasing process. Valve has created over 27 million unique images for Counter-Strike listings, allowing for better item comparison and visibility. The update also introduces quality-of-life improvements like automatic loading of listings, advanced search options, breadcrumb navigation, and improved text entry support.

AppWizard

May 15, 2026

Netflix is about to flood its app with more ads, so brace yourself

Netflix plans to enhance its advertising strategy by introducing additional ad placements within its "Clips" feed and podcasts. The company reported that its ads now reach 250 million global monthly active users, with over 80% of ad-supported members engaging with ads weekly. Netflix has expanded its ad-supported tier to 15 new countries, including Colombia, Ireland, Peru, Norway, and the Philippines. The company reported .5 billion in ad revenue at the end of 2025, marking a 16% year-over-year growth. However, it also raised subscription prices, with the Standard with Ads plan increasing from .99 to .99, the Standard Ad-Free plan rising to .49, and the Premium tier increasing to .99.

BetaBeacon

May 15, 2026

Samsung could turn the Galaxy S27 Ultra into a true gaming beast

RedMagic has integrated touch-sensitive trigger buttons into their gaming smartphones, allowing users to map them to on-screen actions for a more immersive gaming experience. Samsung should consider bringing this feature to the Galaxy S27 Ultra to cater to the growing mobile gaming community and differentiate itself from competitors like Apple.

AppWizard

May 15, 2026

One UI 9 makes it easier to spot sideloaded apps on your Galaxy phone

Samsung has begun the rollout of the One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series, featuring enhanced security measures. Key additions include the Auto Blocker with a security report feature and the reinstatement of USB connection blocking in Maximum restrictions mode. The beta version allows monitoring of "unknown" apps, alerting users to high-risk applications and blocking their execution and installation. Users can access the Manage unknown apps section in Settings to view and uninstall sideloaded applications from non-approved sources. This feature aims to improve user experience and security oversight, with expectations for inclusion in the stable release.

Winsage

May 15, 2026

Windows Update will soon roll back problematic drivers automatically

Microsoft has introduced a feature called Cloud-Initiated Driver Recovery (CIDR) for Windows 11, which allows the automatic rollback of problematic drivers without user intervention. This feature aims to restore system stability by reverting to a previously verified, stable driver directly from the Hardware Dev Center when a driver update causes issues. CIDR will begin a gradual rollout starting in September. Additionally, Microsoft is enhancing user control over update management, allowing users to pause or skip updates and manage restarts without immediate installation. The company also launched the Driver Quality Initiative (DQI) to improve kernel-mode driver security and reliability.

AppWizard

May 15, 2026

The best tool for mirroring Android phones to PC now makes apps feel like desktop software

Scrcpy v4.0 introduces several key enhancements: - Aspect Ratio Locking: Migration from SDL2 to SDL3 allows native preservation of device aspect ratio when resizing the desktop window, eliminating black borders. - Dynamic Flex Display: A new feature enables dynamic resizing of virtual Android displays, allowing applications to run in standalone windows for improved multitasking. - Non-Invasive “Keep Active” Mode: The new “–keep-active” command maintains the phone screen's activity without changing global screen-timeout settings by sending periodic user-activity signals. - Live Camera Controls: Users can now make real-time adjustments to hardware settings like flash and zoom when using their phones as webcams or streaming camera feeds. - Improved Disconnection Alerts: A clear “disconnected” icon is displayed for two seconds before the scrcpy window closes after a dropped connection, providing better feedback.