08 Jun 2025
Samsung's collaboration with Microsoft boosts user connectivity and productivity, offering seamless device syncing, easy content sharing, and AI-assisted features.
Read more14 Apr 2025
Microsoft advises Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 before support ends on October 14, 2025. Users are encouraged to back up files with OneDrive and consider extending support for one additional year.
Read more13 Apr 2025
Microsoft encourages Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 as support will end on October 14, 2025, amid concerns of spamming. The company highlights upgrade benefits and promotes OneDrive.
Read more25 Sep 2024
When setting up a new Windows PC with a Microsoft account, users may find their data files relocated to OneDrive, leading to potential confusion. This occurs when standard folders like Desktop and Documents are reset to point to OneDrive during the setup process.
Read more06 Sep 2024
Microsoft has integrated OneDrive as a default feature in Windows 11 to back up essential folders like Desktop, Pictures, and Documents to the cloud. This move has garnered mixed reactions from users, with some finding it cluttered and confusing, leading to guides on how to disable the feature.
Read more13 Aug 2024
Microsoft will start archiving unlicensed OneDrive accounts that have been unlicensed for over 90 days beginning January 2025. Archived accounts will incur a monthly fee of $0.05 per GB, and reactivation will cost $0.60 per GB, potentially taking up to 24 hours.
Read more22 Jul 2024
Microsoft is encouraging OneDrive use by making it harder to disable cloud backup notifications. The free version offers 5GB, with options to expand to 100GB or 1TB for a fee. While Windows Backup is decent, free non-cloud backup software alternatives exist.
Read more03 Jul 2024
Microsoft is addressing a shared folder issue in OneDrive. The engineering team is actively working on a fix. Users are advised to access shared folders via the web version for now. Unlinking the account and reinstalling OneDrive will not resolve the problem as the feature remains buggy.
Read more01 Jul 2024
Microsoft is developing a cloud-based service for OneDrive users, enabling seamless file synchronization and device syncing. The "Continue from Phone" feature allows users to resume work on the same file across devices, enhancing productivity and convenience.
Read more29 Jun 2024
Microsoft has enabled automatic backup for OneDrive on Windows 11, syncing folders such as Desktop, Pictures, Documents, Music, and Videos without user permission. This change aims to enhance data security but has raised concerns about user consent.
Read more26 Jun 2024
Microsoft has enabled OneDrive backups by default in Windows 11, sparking user concerns over consent and privacy. This move towards a closed ecosystem has led to complaints. Users can disable the feature through the "Sync and backup" settings in the OneDrive icon.
Read more25 Jun 2024
Windows 11 has introduced a new feature that automatically activates OneDrive backups without user consent. This change aims to enhance data security but has raised concerns about user autonomy and data privacy. Users should review their settings to manage this new default behavior.
Read more25 Jun 2024
Microsoft is facing criticism for automatically enabling OneDrive folder backup in Windows 11 without user consent. This move is being viewed as a shady trick, raising concerns about user autonomy and data privacy.
Read more25 Jun 2024
Microsoft has made OneDrive backups an opt-out feature within its ecosystem, unlike Apple and Google which use opt-in. This change has surprised users during Windows 11 installs. Despite some concerns, OneDrive remains a robust and affordable cloud storage solution.
Read more25 Jun 2024
OneDrive now automatically backs up folders on new Windows 11 installations, uploading Desktop, Pictures, Documents, Music, and Videos directories to the cloud without user consent. This feature aims to enhance data security but raises privacy concerns among users.
Read more24 Jun 2024
Microsoft has quietly enabled automatic folder backup in OneDrive for Windows 11 users, enhancing data protection and file management. This update aims to streamline user experience by ensuring important files are continuously backed up without manual intervention.
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