Microsoft planning separate news events to better focus on Xbox, Windows
Microsoft is considering digital news events for Windows, Xbox, and the cloud, to better highlight the changes happening across its lineup.
Can ARM chips drive innovation in the PC industry?
In an interview at CES 2021, ARM CEO Simon Segars noted that ARM-based Apple's M1 processors are driving new innovation in the PC market.
The next version of Windows 10 is getting an exciting change to the Taskbar
As part of the Dev Channel, Microsoft is introducing a news and interests section in the Windows 10 taskbar, the biggest change since Windows 10 was born.
Windows 7 has been dead for a year, but 100 million PCs still use it
Despite the end of support for Windows 7, a large group of 100 million people could still be holding onto it heading into the start of 2021.
The Surface Pro X can finally run all Windows apps
A new build from the Windows 10 Insider dev channel expands the capability of ARM-based laptops and PCs.
Why 2021 could finally be an exciting year for Windows
2020 was a boring year for Microsoft, due to the global pandemic. But 2021 is shaping up to be more exciting, with lots of new things for WIndows.
Windows 10 can run better virtualized on Apple’s M1 Macs than on Surface Pro X
Windows 10 and some ARM-based Windows 10 apps can perform better when virtualized on Apple's new M1 Macs versus running natively on a native ARM-device.
Windows 10 could look and feel a lot different in 2021
Microsoft is rumored to be planning an overhaul of Windows 10. Code-named Sun Valley, it could be coming in late 2021 as part of a release code-named Cobalt.
The Surface Duo has arrived, and it’s a preview of a new era for Microsoft
For the first time, a Microsoft product is here without a Microsoft operating system on board. That's because Microsoft is detaching itself from Windows.
The Galaxy Note 20 brings seamless Android app integration to Windows 10
Galaxy Note 20 series owners will soon be able to enjoy a new 'Apps' feature in the Your Phone app in Windows 10. This allows access for Android apps directly on a PC.
Windows 10 classifies the popular tool CCleaner an ‘unwanted application’
Microsoft's built-in Windows Defender Software now classifies the popular PC Cleaning tool CCleaner as a potentially unwanted application.
Microsoft’s dual-screen Windows 10X devices may be delayed to 2022
To ensure a better Windows 10X experience on laptops in 2021, Microsoft is delaying dual-screen Windows 10X to 2022, according to the latest rumors.
Leak reveals the upcoming ThinkPad X1 Nano, a next-generation 5G laptop
A new ThinkPad X1 Nano could be in the works, featuring slim bezels, the16:10 aspect ratio on the screen, as well as 5G and 4G connectivity.
The iconic Windows 10 Start Menu is finally getting a fresh new look
Microsoft is currently beta testing an improved Start Menu in Windows 10 featuring a more streamlined design that better fits the rest of the operating system.
Windows 10 May 2020 Update plagued by issues with Chrome, printing, and more
Some new bugs being reported with the Windows 10 May 2020 Update could disrupt your experience with Chrome, printers, and even the new Fresh Start feature.
Faster, more modular Windows 10 updates could be coming soon
A Windows Feature Experience Pack in the May 2020 Update has led some insiders to believe that Microsoft might be pushing to make Windows 10 a bit more modular.
A Windows 10 update brings Microsoft’s excellent new Edge browser to the masses
The new Microsoft Edge browser is replacing legacy Edge and is making its way to more Windows 10 PCs as an automatic install via Windows Update.
Here’s why your PC can’t install the Windows 10 May 2020 Update yet
The latest version of Windows 10 has officially launched, but is not available for all PCs. Here are the reasons it might not be available for your PC just yet.
The Windows 10 May 2020 Update is now out, and here’s how to get it
After nearly a year of beta testing, the next update to Windows 10 is officially available for download via Windows Update and the media creation tool.
Project Reunion is Microsoft’s plan to fix its fragmented Windows app problem
At Build 2020, Microsoft is announcing Project Reunion. The new app unification project looks to make it easier for developers to code Windows 10 applications
Call of Duty: Warzone, League of Legends freezing due to Windows 10 Game Mode
Some PC players who have experienced stuttering, freezing, and lower FPS counts were reportedly able to fix the problems by turning off Windows 10's Game Mode.
Tile is coming to future Intel devices, so you’ll never lose your laptop again
Thanks to a partnership with Intel, Tile's finding technology will soon be embedded in new laptops, helping make lost or stolen devices a bit easier to find.
Microsoft to bring Windows 10X to laptops first, pivot from dual screens
Microsoft has officially confirmed that the Windows 10X operating system once intended for only dual-screen devices, will be coming to laptops and tablets, too.
How to make your Mac look like Windows 10
If you are using a Mac but prefer Windows 10’s appearance, these handy apps and tips will shake things up and make your Mac look and feel like a Windows PC.
It’s official: The next version of Windows 10 is the May 2020 Update
The next update for Windows 10 is moving steadily toward release. Called the Windows 10 May 2020 Update, Microsoft just pushed it to the Release Preview Ring.
Why delaying the Surface Neo to 2021 was the only way Microsoft could save it
Delays are never a good sign, but with the stakes high for the future of Microsoft's dual-screen devices, here's why moving the Neo to 2021 is a good thing.
Report: Microsoft to delay Surface Neo and Windows 10X devices to 2021
The Surface Neo may miss its holiday 2020 launch, as Microsoft is said to be shifting its focus away from dual-screen devices to single-screen form factors.
Windows 10 May 2020 Update review: Small tweaks that matter
The upcoming Windows 10 May 2020 Update is aimed at streamlining some things across the operating system that's now used on 1 billion devices across the world.
Microsoft may finally kill the legacy Control Panel in Windows 10
Future versions of Windows 10 might remove the legacy Control Panel app in favor of the modern settings page. The change may come in the fall 2020 update.
From Hololens to home office, over a billion devices now run Windows 10
With the death of Windows 7 and foldable devices on the horizon, it’s all change for Microsoft. But one thing remains constant: The dominance of Windows 10.
One of Windows’ best canceled features could be making a return
Windows 10 features have been known to come and go, but one of the best features to be beta tested, known as Windows Sets, could soon be making a comeback.
Windows 10X vs. iPadOS: Does Microsoft finally beat Apple?
Before Microsoft publicly announced the Windows 10X operating system, Apple had its own operating system for iPads known as iPadOS. Does Microsoft have a winner on its hands?
Windows 10X will have two File Explorers, and that’s a problem
Microsoft has is beginning to detail app solutions for the Surface Neo and other Windows 10X devices. It can handle everything from Win32 to UWP apps, but it comes with a compromise.
How Microsoft plans to solve the Surface Neo and Surface Duo’s app problem
At an online developer day session, Microsoft sought to put concerns of the app gap problem to rest and outline the app solution for both the Surface Neo and Duo.
Now married to Surface, Windows might finally get interesting again
The Windows and hardware divisions at Microsoft have come together under a single combined group known as "Windows + Devices" led by Panos Panay. Is Windows finally going to be interesting again?
Windows Search is down, but don’t panic. Here’s how to fix it
According to multiple reports on Reddit and from across the internet, Windows Search is down for many users across the globe. Here's how to (partially) fix it.
Don’t upgrade from Windows 7. Here’s why you should buy a new laptop instead
Thinking of moving on from a Windows 7 laptop? In this guide, we'll cut through the tech specs and show you what has changed in laptops in the many years.
How Windows 7 saved Microsoft from driving over a cliff — twice
Support for Windows 7 might have ended on January 14, but many are still running the nearly 10-year-old operating system. Many people simply prefer the classic no-nonsense look of Windows 7 and hold it close to their hearts. There's a good reason why, as it saved Microsoft twice. Here's why.