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Asus ProArt PZ13 sitting atop an iPad Pro.

I regret buying the iPad Pro. This surprising Windows tablet showed me why

The Asus ProArt PZ13 is arguably one of the nicest value-first tablets out there for serious work. It was a cakewalk for me to ditch the mighty iPad Pro.
Bayek atop the Sphynx and overlooking ancient Egypt in a promo image for Assassin's Creed Origins.

Microsoft’s recent Windows 11 update is breaking games

If you've run into trouble playing your games since a recent Windows 11 update, you aren't alone. Players across multiple games report crashing and freezing.
Alan Truly sits in front of a Windows PC and adjusts a virtual screen while wearing a Meta Quest 3 VR headset.

Windows PCs now works with the Quest 3, and I tried it out for myself

Microsoft and Meta teamed up on a new mixed reality interface for Windows that uses your Quest 3 or 3S to display large virtual monitors.
Overwatch 2 running on the LG OLED 27 gaming monitor.

Here’s why some PC gamers shouldn’t install the latest Windows 11 update

Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 24H2 is causing issues with Auto HDR and leading to unresponsive games.
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x front view showing webcam.

Windows 11 to finally address this webcam deficiency

A new Windows Insider build now allows multiple apps to use your camera feed at the same time.
The Surface Laptop shown in front of a Copilot+ sign.

Intel strikes back, calling out high return rate of Qualcomm laptops

Intel's co-CEO says retailers are extremely concerned about how many Qualcomm Snapdragon PCs are getting returned by customers.
microsoft testing improvements on iphone to pc sharing connectivity phone link ios setup

Windows 11 may finally take iPhone collaboration to the next level

Microsoft is testing an iPhone-to-Windows file-sharing feature that works with brand’s Phone Link app and Link to Windows app.
The Surface Pro 11 on a white table in front of a window.

Bid farewell to this small but helpful Windows 11 feature

Microsoft has added the "suggested actions" feature in Windows 11 to its deprecated features list.
Recall screenshot.

A new test shows Microsoft Recall’s continued security problems

Microsoft's Recall feature and its new security standards are being tested by Windows Insiders again, and still creating problems.
Recuva and DMDE pricing appears in a split-screen on a PC monitor.

Recuva vs. DMDE: Which is the best free data recovery software for you?

Recuva and DMDE are powerful and free data recovery apps that can restore lost photos and files missing from damaged drives, but which is best for you?
A laptop sits on a desk with a Windows 11 wallpaper.

Windows 11 can now run on unsupported systems, but there’s a catch

Microsoft is now allowing PC users to install Windows 11 on unsupported systems, though updates will have to be done manually.
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Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro and enhance your PC experience

Outfit your PC today with a lifetime license to Windows 11 Pro and enjoy a modern, efficient, and secure operating system that meets your needs.
The M4 Mac mini with a display in the background.

I’m running out of reasons not to ditch Windows for good

I’m a long-term Windows user, but I’m finding it harder to convince myself not to ditch Windows in favor of buying the M4 Mac mini and going all-in on macOS.
Microsoft Recall feature.

Windows 11 Recall officially comes to Intel and AMD

Windows Recall is finally rolling out to a broader set of Copilot+ PCs, now including Intel and AMD laptops.
The Surface Pro 11 on a white table in front of a window.

Is Windows 11 acting up for you? This might be why

The new Windows 11 2024 update is available to more PCs now -- but there are a few bugs to be aware of before you install it.
The Surface Pro 11 on a white table in front of a window.

Microsoft won’t back down on Windows 11’s biggest hurdle

Microsoft has made it clear that any PC not meeting the required specifications will be ineligible to run Windows 11.
Samsung DeX mode.

Samsung DeX for Windows is dead

One of Samsung's early attempts to connect smartphones to computers is being retired in favor for a newer technology.
Recall screenshot.

Windows 11 Recall finally arrives, but with one new problem

The Windows 11 Recall is a little buggy but Microsoft has a quick fix for users previewing the feature.
The Firefox iPhone app.

Firefox has a new tactic to win the web browser wars

Mozilla tries something new in encouraging users to set Firefox as their default web browser, but could this controversial move backfire?
The Surface Laptop shown in front of a Copilot+ sign.

Windows 11 remains the driver of growth in PCs, not AI

As of now, AI-integrated notebooks have had a limited impact on the overall market
Gaming PC on a desk.

Microsoft warns that the latest Windows 11 update may crash PC games now

Yet another incompatibility issue arrives for the latest Windows 11 24H2 update.
Recall promotional image.

Nearly six months later, you can finally try out Windows 11 Recall

Microsoft has released a preview build of its controversial Recall feature for Windows Insiders, both for users to try and security professionals to test.
Windows 11 logo on a laptop.

The Windows 11 24H2 update is causing even more problems

Microsoft confirms that the Windows 11 24H2 update is giving users a real headache with various problems including trashing game audio for gamers.
Windows 11 logo on a laptop.

Windows 11 multitasking is about to get even better

Windows 11 KB5046716 update brings new options to Snap Layout, but what other features does the update bring? Here is what you need to know.
The keyboard of a ThinkPad laptop.

How to turn on Bluetooth in Windows and connect your devices

It only takes a few quick steps to connect your Windows PC to a mouse, keyboard, or other accessory via Bluetooth.
DMDE Professional data recovery software is open on a PC monitor.

DMDE review: How good is this free data recovery software?

I reviewed DMDE, a powerful, free, and low-cost data recovery app to test how well it restores files from HDDs, SSDs, and removable drives.
Microsoft Edge on a laptop on a couch.

Microsoft is, once again, trying to force users into using Edge

Microsoft has deployed numerous tactics to bring users over to Edge over the years, but it still hasn't stopped.
Microsoft Defender and Edge Security settings are open on a PC monitor.

My quest to fully remove Microsoft Edge is finally complete

It's hard enough to remove Microsoft Edge on its own, but this app goes beyond just setting a new default browser.
A photo of the Sensel Click Composer Software running on Windows 11

Microsoft tests a universal share button on Windows 11

Microsoft's is beta testing a Share button that will make it easier to send content between contacts in the Windows user interface.
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 sitting on a table.

Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Is it finally time to update?

With Microsoft slowing down support for Windows 10, is it finally time to upgrade to Windows 11? We break down all the differences.
Surfshark VPN on Mac protecting user data.

How to set up a VPN

Take a look at our step-by-step guide detailing how to set up a VPN in both MacOS and in Windows 11 using the default tools built into the operating system.
The Blue Screen of Death seen on a laptop.

How the Blue Screen of Death became your PC’s grim reaper

The Blue Screen of Death is as iconic as it is infamous, and it has a shockingly complex history.
MiniTool's Power Data Recovery app is open on a PC monitor.

MiniTool Power Data Recovery review: buy it once and use it forever

I reviewed MiniTool's Power Data Recovery, a file restoration app from the company known for popular hardware utilities like Partition Wizard.
Windows 11 logo on a laptop.

These AI features might actually make me use Paint again

The Windows 11 Paint app is injected with some impressive-sounding new AI features.