Hands-On Windows (Audio)

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Hands-On Windows (Audio) episodes

December 18, 2025 HOW 170: Best Windows 11 Features of 2025 - What Changed For Power Users This Year?
Windows 11 quietly shifted the way we manage apps, protect data, and interact with our devices in 2025. This episode reveals the must-try upgrades tech insiders are buzzing about.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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25 min
December 11, 2025 HOW 169: Windows 11's New Start Menu - The Windows 11 Changes You'll Actually Notice
Windows 11 just got a fresh Start menu, and it's not just a pretty face. Find out what Microsoft is quietly changing, how it affects everyone (not just Copilot+ PC users), and why your app-launching habits could shift.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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17 min
December 04, 2025 HOW 168: Windows 11 Meets Xbox - The Portable Gaming Revolution Begins
Is the future of Xbox really a PC you can hold in your hands? Paul Thurrott puts the new full-screen Xbox app for handheld gaming PCs to the test and reveals why Microsoft's latest move could reshape how—and where—you play.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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20 min
November 20, 2025 HOW 167: Tiny 11 Builder - De-enshittifying Windows 11
Imagine Windows 11 without Edge, OneDrive, or Copilot. This episode dives into Tiny11Builder, the tool that strips Windows down to just what you want—no corporate extras.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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23 min
November 13, 2025 HOW 166: Power Toys 2025 Update - Windows Tweaks You Didn't Know You Needed
Windows keeps improving behind the scenes, but sometimes the most useful updates come from PowerToys. Get the inside scoop on which PowerToys utilities may be headed for official Windows status and why you'll want the latest version right away.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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14 min
November 06, 2025 HOW 165: The New OneDrive App - OneDrive's Secret Upgrade
OneDrive isn't just for cloud storage anymore. Paul Thurrott breaks down how Microsoft is quietly building it into an intelligent, all-in-one hub for your photos, docs, and daily digital life—long before most users catch on.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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20 min
October 30, 2025 HOW 164: Every PC Is Now an AI PC - The Secret New Features Hiding in Copilot for Windows
Microsoft is redefining the "AI PC" to include almost every machine running Windows 11, putting futuristic Copilot features in the hands of millions overnight. Find out what surprises—from voice-triggered actions to smart app integrations—are landing on your desktop next.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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22 min
October 23, 2025 HOW 163: Gaming on ARM PCs - Which Titles Actually Work and How Well Do They Run?
Is Windows 11 on ARM finally ready for gaming? Paul Thurrott puts new Snapdragon-powered laptops to the test with both classics and demanding titles, revealing some unexpected wins and ongoing hurdles.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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17 min
October 16, 2025 HOW 162: Get Windows 11 25H2 Today - Skip The Wait With Paul Thurrott's Insider Tips
Windows 11's 25H2 release isn't hitting every device right away—find out how to jump the line and enable hidden new features before the official rollout.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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11 min
October 09, 2025 HOW 161: Google Wants To Be Your Co-Pilot - Google's Surprise Desktop App for Windows
Google is bringing Gemini into Windows territory, taking on Microsoft Copilot right from your desktop. Is the world's most popular browser about to change how you work with AI on Windows?

Host: Paul Thurrott

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14 min

About Hands-On Windows (Audio)

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Hands-On Windows, featuring Paul Thurrott, will help you adapt to the changes made in Windows 11. From visual tweaks to performance boosts Hands-On Windows will show you how to get the most out of your Windows 11 PC.

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