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A modern CCleaner alternative for Windows 11
Apps Fluent Cleaner is a modern open-source alternative to CCleaner with deeper Windows 11 cleanup tools, extensions, and a native WinUI design.
Why a dedicated password manager may be safer than using Edge
Browsing Edge is the only Chromium browser that loads all saved passwords in plaintext on startup. If that worries you, a dedicated password manager offers stronger protection.
New Telegram client brings modern messaging features back to Windows Phone
Windows Phone A new Telegram client for Windows Phone uses clever tricks to work around the unsupported platform's lack of push notification support.
Discord lives on Windows Phone 7 in 2026 via surprising fan-made apps
Windows Phone A fan has brought Discord to Windows Phone 7 using unofficial apps, showcasing ongoing community support for the discontinued platform in 2026.
Is METROV the new best way to recreate Windows Phone 8.1?
Phones Although Windows Phone went away years ago, it has lived on in the hearts of many. This custom Android launcher returns the feel of WP 8.1, and it's starting to get attention.
This free app will let you move your Windows 11 Taskbar and make it feel like the old days
Apps Windows 11 may look sleek, but let's face it, the Taskbar doesn't have many fans. So send it back to the glory days with RetroBar.
ExplorerPatcher just hit 42M downloads. Why aren't more people talking about it?
Apps ExplorerPatcher keeps gaining users, but I rarely see it mentioned as a way to customize Windows 11. I decided to find out why.
Reddit users recommend 10 open‑source apps that run great on Windows 11
Windows 11 Reddit users consistently recommend a core group of open-source apps, and they also work on Windows 11. Check them out.
