Latest articles by Zac Bowden
The next version of Windows will use AI to improve your video games
By Zac Bowden published
AI SR Microsoft is working on a new feature called Super Resolution, which is now finally showing up in early Windows 11 version 24H2 preview builds.
Check out these new Copilot animations in the latest Windows 11 preview build (video)
By Zac Bowden published
The latest Windows 11 preview build is now rolling out to Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels, and includes a whole bunch of new features and enhancements over the last handful of test builds!
Microsoft integrates Notepad with Copilot on Windows 11
By Zac Bowden published
AI The Notepad app on Windows 11 is getting an AI upgrade with a new "Explain with Copilot" feature that will break down and analyze text highlighted by the user.
Microsoft confirms name of the next major version of Windows, and it's not Windows 12
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 Microsoft has confirmed that the upcoming Windows OS release expected this fall will be branded Windows 11, version 24H2, and not Windows 12 as some had previously speculated.
Best laptops with 32GB of RAM 2024
By Zac Bowden last updated
32GB Not everyone needs 32GB of RAM in their laptop, but if you’re focusing on creative apps or other intense multitasking jobs, it will make a big difference.
Qualcomm confirms Snapdragon X Elite PCs will launch with the "next version of Windows" in June
By Zac Bowden published
vNext Qualcomm has confirmed that the first Snapdragon X Elite PCs will launch alongside the next version of Windows in mid-2024.
Windows Central Podcast #339: We're NOT Getting Windows 12 In 2024?
By Zac Bowden published
Podcast On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss why we're not getting Windows 12 this year, Apple's new Vision Pro vs HoloLens 2, and more!
Why Windows 12 (probably) isn’t happening this year
By Zac Bowden published
11 not 12 Will the next major Windows OS update be branded Windows 12? I don't think so. This is why.
Microsoft's new Windows OS installation UI is actually 10 years old
By Zac Bowden published
UI Last week Microsoft unveiled a brand-new installation UI for the next Windows OS update, but upon closer inspection, it's not actually new.
Xbox Series S 2024 (Ellewood): New features, price, and everything we know so far
By Zac Bowden published
Xbox Ellewood Microsoft is expected to ship a minor refresh to the Xbox Series S this year that's more energy efficient.
Windows Central Podcast #338: New Surfaces in April and June, Galaxy S24, and layoffs
By Zac Bowden published
Podcast On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the rumoured next round of Surface PC hardware announcements, the new Samsung Galaxy S24, and more!
Google Chrome for Windows on Arm is FINALLY happening, and you can try it now
By Zac Bowden published
Arm FTW After famously snubbing Windows on Arm for several years, Google looks to finally be bringing native Arm support to Chrome on Windows.
Microsoft teases BIG updates coming to the Sticky Notes tool on Windows 11 and Windows 10 soon
By Zac Bowden published
Update It looks like the Sticky Notes app on Windows 10 and Windows 11 is in for a busy 2024, as the Sticky Notes social media account on X has today teased that big updates are on the horizon.
FlexiSpot X2 Recliner review: What happens when an office furniture company makes a living room chair?
By Zac Bowden published
Review The FlexiSpot X2 Recliner is one of the more comfortable living room chairs I've tested, and I could work for hours while sitting on it.
Windows Central Podcast #337: Copilot Pro and CES 2024
By Zac Bowden published
Podcast Copilot button, Pro, and CES
Microsoft’s next Surface PC announcements may take place in March
By Zac Bowden published
New hardware Microsoft looks to be gearing up to announce new hardware on March 21, where the company is expected to unveil updated versions of the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop.
Microsoft Copilot (free) vs Copilot Pro: What are the differences and features?
By Zac Bowden published
VS Microsoft's AI Copilot is now available in free and paid tiers. Here's how they differ.
Microsoft launches paid subscription for Copilot — includes AI in Office apps and priority access for a monthly fee
By Zac Bowden published
Subscribe Copilot Pro launches today for $20 a month, and it's available to everyone.
Microsoft is bringing Windows 11's excellent 'Dev Home' app to Windows 10 users
By Zac Bowden published
Dev Home Microsoft's new Dev Home app, which was first announced last year for Windows 11, is now available on Windows 10 too!
Microsoft is bringing yet another Windows 11 feature to Windows 10 users soon
By Zac Bowden published
Weather A new Windows 10 preview build rolling out now brings Windows 11's new rich weather interface on the lock screen to Windows 10.
Microsoft wants Copilot to automatically open at startup on Windows 11 PCs with wide screens
By Zac Bowden published
This week's Windows 11 preview build adds a feature that will automatically open the Windows Copilot interface upon boot on PCs with wide screens.
Microsoft is even adding AI to the Notepad app on Windows 11
By Zac Bowden published
AI Pad A new AI cowriting feature has been spotted in recent preview builds.
Dell incorrectly claims Windows 11 'version 24H1' is coming in April
By Zac Bowden published
Dell has published information alongside new hardware that explains support for Wi-Fi 7 is coming in Windows 11 version 24H1 in April, but this doesn't line up with the Windows roadmap.
Microsoft announces "most significant change to the Windows keyboard" in 30 years — adds dedicated AI Copilot key to all future PCs
By Zac Bowden published
AI key Microsoft has announced that upcoming Windows PCs will be equipped with a dedicated Copilot key in a move it calls "the most significant change to the Windows keyboard in three decades."
EXCLUSIVE: Microsoft readies 'next-gen' AI-focused Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 with Arm chips and design upgrades for 2024
By Zac Bowden published
Surface vNext Microsoft is making major updates to its Surface Pro and Surface Laptop lines with improved designs, new features, and next-gen silicon.
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