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A photo shows Stellar Data Recovery Premium and Recuva Professional side-by-side on a PC monitor

I used two popular data recovery services to see which saved my files

I compare Stellar Data Recovery and Recuva Professional, two of the most popular data recovery software solutions to find out which is best for you.
Two squads of heroes clash in an Overwatch 2 trailer.

All cross-platform games (PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC)

A lot of games support cross-platform play now, but it's hard finding all of them in one spot. We did the digging to make a list of all cross-platform games.
Missing Wi-Fi icon in Windows 11.

What to do if the Wi-Fi option isn’t showing in Windows 11

If your Wi-Fi toggle isn't showing up in Windows 11, there are a few different ways we can fix it, from re-enabling the adapter, to reinstalling the drivers.
Windows phone mockup 2024

Here’s what the Windows Phone would look like in 2024 if Microsoft had never killed it

There's no Window Phone in 2024, but what if there was? A fascinating set of mock-ups show what these Microsoft devices might have looked like.
Stellar Data Recovery Premium appears on a PC monitor.

Stellar Data Recovery Premium review: Great support isn’t always enough

I reviewed Stellar Data Recovery's three subscription plans and a free version to find out which is best and offers the most value.
A knight slashing another soldier.

What are Scadutree Fragments in Elden Ring?

As you progress through Elden Ring's challenging Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, keep an eye out for these helpful items to increase your chances of survival.
The keyboard and trackpad on the new Surface Laptop.

The new Surface Laptop whips the MacBook in this important test

Microsoft has finally ended its non-repairable reign of terror, and its new Surface devices have earned an impressive 8/10 from iFixit.
A warrior fights in Elden Ring.

What is Revered Spirit Ash in Elden Ring?

As you make your way through the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, you'll want to find Revered Spirit Ashes to improve your steed and spectral summons.
The hand-to-hand combat style in Shadow of the Erdtree.

5 great weapons you should try in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion has plenty of great weapons to use, but these are some top picks we think are really worth the effort to find.
A photo of EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro and Recuva Professional side-by-sdie on a PC monitor.

I tested two of the best data recovery services. Here’s which to use

This hands-on comparison of EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro and Recuva Professional reveals which is the best file restoration app for you.
Samus Aran poses in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.

I made 5 predictions for June’s gaming showcases. Here’s what I got right

Last month, we made five big predictions about what we'd see at Summer Game Fest, Nintendo Direct, and more. So, how much did we get right?
One hero passing a sword to the other in Fable.

Fable: release date window, trailers, gameplay, and more

Fable 4 was announced at the 2020 Xbox Games Showcase. Here's what we know about the next installment in the Fable series, now helmed by Playground Games.
Intel keynote.

No, Intel’s Lunar Lake CPUs aren’t being delayed

A new report suggests that Intel's Lunar Lake CPUs are being delayed, but Intel says that's not the case.
Secure Boot setting in an ASUS BIOS.

How to enable secure boot in Windows 11

Secure Boot is a setting that makes sure only official software runs on your PC, and it needs to be enabled for Windows 11 to work. Here's how to enable it.
The Surface Laptop shown in front of a Copilot+ sign.

Copilot+ PCs have a secret skill that’s hardly been talked about

The Copilot+ launch has been all about the AI hype, but it might the good old-fashioned performance that really makes these new laptops shine.
Issac stands tall in the Dead Space remake.

Try these 3 Xbox Game Pass horror titles this weekend (June 21-23)

With Still Wakes the Deep out now, why not try some horror games from the Xbox Game Pass library this weekend?
Recuva Professional data recovery app shown on a PC monitor

Recuva Professional review: a $25 data recovery app that works

I review one of the cheapest data recovery apps available to find out if it works well and is easy to use on SSDs, HDDs, and more.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus

These new chips could be good news for Copilot+ PCs

Although Copilot+ PCs based on Arm appear to have had a rocky start, it seems we haven't seen everything yet.
Gaming on a laptop with the Snapdragon X Elite chip

3 important ways gaming on Arm PCs just got better

Arm PCs have yet to conquer consumers who use Windows for gaming, but Microsoft is confident in their potential.
Windows Copilot PC on carpet on floor used to create content
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Best Buy is the best place to get deals on Windows Copilot+PCs and laptops

Best Buy's current promotions offer great deals on Windows Copilot laptops and PCs. You have to see these offers to believe them, seriously.
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 sitting on a table.

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

With Microsoft slowing down support for Windows 10, is it finally time to upgrade to Windows 11? We break down all the differences.
Key art for Valorant on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

I’m finally turning into a Valorant fan thanks to its Xbox port

Valorant's console port is a game-changer for anyone who prefers controllers over mouse and keyboard.
Microsoft introducing the Recall feature in Windows 11.

What is Recall? Window’s controversial new AI feature, explained

Microsoft has announced a new AI Windows feature called Recall that has the potential to completely change how we use PCs.
The two sizes of the Galaxy Book4 Edge on a table.

The best Copilot+ laptops that you can buy now

The Windows ecosystem just launched a bunch of zippy new laptops. Here are the best of them that we've seen so far.
Android App running on a Windows 11 PC

How to install Android apps on Windows 11

Windows 11 supports Android apps through the Amazon Appstore, but getting everything set up is tricky. Here's how to install Android apps on Windows 11.
A furnace golem looms in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.

How long is Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree?

Elden Ring's new Shadow of the Erdtree expansion features a lot of content to delve into. Here's how long it's likely to take you to see all of it.
xbox game pass june wave 2 still wakes the deep

From horror to cozy: Xbox adds more games to its June Game Pass lineup

Xbox announced the latest slate of games hitting Game Pass this month, including a hew horror game and a cozy adventure.
A close-up of the gold MacBook Air M1's keyboard.

Can you use Control-Alt-Delete on a Mac? Here’s the answer

Wondering if there’s a Control-Alt-Delete shortcut in macOS? Our guide has the answer, with everything you need to know about using this shortcut on your Mac.
The Phone Link app being used on a phone and laptop screen.

This background process may consume up to 20% CPU usage

A new Windows 11 bug was spotted almost two weeks ago, and there appears to be no fix yet.
A screenshot from Harmonium: The Musical.

Harmonium: The Musical embraces the Deaf community to create something special

I played Harmonium: The Musical and spoke to the developers behind this new adventure game that stars a deaf girl and embraces Deaf culture.
The blue screen of death in Windows.

How to fix a system service exception error in Windows

This common error in Windows is an annoying one when it happens, but it can be easy to fix. Here's how to do it.
AMD CEO Lisa Su presenting performance for Ryzen AI CPUs.

AMD and Intel are being locked out of Copilot+ — for now

Despite launching new components that meet Microsoft's requirements for Copilot+, AMD and Intel won't have the new AI features at launch.
The new Surface Pro on a table.

The Windows transition to Arm just found its missing puzzle piece

Slack has finally announced a native Arm64 app just days before the release of the first Copilot+ PCs.
A photo of a laptop with the Snapdragon X Plus CPU.

No, an old iPhone won’t beat the Snapdragon X Elite

One Reddit user received a Snapdragon X Elite laptop early, and the initial benchmarks don't look promising.