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This Microsoft app update reminded me how much I hate the Windows 11 context menu
Ugh Microsoft released an update for PowerToys recently that allows you to create folders by using templates. The same update also includes a lengthy list of improvements and changes to the app.
Windows 11 2024 Update even gives unsupported PCs a performance boost
New and improved Even out-of-date PCs get a performance boost with the latest Windows 11 update.
It's over. Microsoft discontinues HoloLens 2, ending its foray into VR.
farewell Microsoft confirmed that production of HoloLens 2 will halt by the end of 2027. Microsoft's mixed reality devices and the teams behind them have faced several challenges over the years.
Celebrate 10 years of the Windows Insider program with two Windows 11 builds and a hidden feature
The Windows Insider Program hit a major milestone recently.
Why wait for Prime Day when you can get the nearly perfect Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 at a discount right now?
What a deal! Lenovo's Yoga 9i 2-in-1 features a 2.8K OLED display and is powered by an Intel Core Ultra processor. A $350 discount makes it the perfect time to pick up the nearly perfect PC.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge laptops with this special sticker are $530 off — get a Snapdragon X Elite for $819.99
Super savings The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is available at a massive discount right now, saving over $500 on the Copilot+ PC powered by a Snapdragon X Elite.
An entire YEAR after release for Chromebooks, the Pixel Buds web app now supports Windows and macOS
at last! You can now control a range of settings on your Pixel Buds through a Windows PC or a Mac.
Millions of Microsoft Teams users are about to get a new translation feature, no AI required
Coming soon Interpreters will be able to switch the direction of the languages they're translating between with the push of a button.
These discounted gaming PCs are cheaper than the real price of the PS5 Pro
Better The PS5 Pro has secret costs that make a gaming PC a better bargain.
Make your own Minecraft movie with Microsoft's new Clipchamp templates
Microsoft added Minecraft and Sea of Thieves templates to Clipchamp recently. You can also enhance your videos with images, sound effects, and stickers from the Minecraft franchise.
Unity backtracks on controversial Runtime Fee, takes major step in restoring eroded trust
Big change Unity killed its controversial Runtime Fee today. Announced last year, the Runtime Fee drew harsh criticism for its per-install pricing.
"It may sound shocking, but Call of Duty is one of the most accessible AAA titles," and Black Ops 6 takes it even further
accessible gaming Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 introduces a new intelligent movement feature that can automate certain in-game actions.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 should end the reign of 'movement kings' that use slide canceling to dominate competitive play
Making moves Omnimovement will either end the reign of movement kings or turn more people into them.
What's the best app in the Microsoft Store? Microsoft wants to know!
Pick your favorites Microsoft has opened nominations for the 2024 Microsoft Store App Awards. Developers with winning apps will win a limited edition Surface Pro and access to "cutting-edge technology" from Microsoft.
Is Acer's new laptop for 'women and casual gamers' sexist marketing or just cultural differences?
An odd choice Acer unveiled its Nitro V 14 gaming laptop at IFA 2024 but drew criticism when doing so. The company marketed the laptop as for "women and casual gamers," which caused issues.
Intel may lose billions of dollars once set aside by the US CHIPS Act, unless it can get its act together
More bad news Intel is set to receive $8 billion in funding from the US Chips Act and an additional $11 billion in loans. But that funding may be in jeopardy due to the chipmaker's struggles.
OpenAI's latest AI videos prove why it was smart to limit access to Sora ahead of the US election
Limits Two new videos showcase the potential of OpenAI's Sora model.
Your new iPhone 16 can sync images with the Microsoft Photos app on Windows 10, not just Windows 11
Two years after integrating iCloud into the Photos app on Windows 11, Microsoft has shown some love for Windows 10.
My favorite File Explorer alternative just got better, but you won't see the biggest addition in its change log
Third-party file explorer, "Files," received an update recently that adds some handy new options. It also improves the performance of the app when connected to Google Drive.
I never knew I needed this Windows 11 feature until Microsoft snuck it into testing
👀👀👀 Microsoft did not release any Windows Insider builds last week, but the tech giant did roll out a new feature. Check out what's new for the Taskbar on Windows 11.
This Snapdragon X Elite laptop is basically the same price as a PC with a Snapdragon X Plus
no need to wait A massive discount on the ASUS VivoBook S 15 makes the version with a Snapdragon X Elite cost only $45 more than the new entry-level model with a Snapdragon X Plus (8-core).
Samsung hops on the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 train with Galaxy Book5 Pro 360
order up! Samung just unveiled its Galaxy Book5 Pro 360. The convertible laptop runs on an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor and has a 3K AMOLED 2X display.
Windows PCs powered by Snapdragon can now run ExpressVPN
Another one ExpressVPN is one of the first VPNs to support Windows on Arm PCs.
