Windows 11 is now the most popular desktop OS in the world — finally surpasses Windows 10 after 4 years

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4 juillet 2025 à 18:56

After four years on the market, Windows 11 has finally surpassed Windows 10 to become the most dominant desktop OS platform in the world, according to Stat Counter.

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Microsoft's $200 Surface Earbuds are killing themselves — make sure you charge yours regularly to keep them going

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

4 juillet 2025 à 07:03

I own three pairs of Surface Earbuds, and all of them are now dead after not being used for over a year. If you're still using yours, make sure to keep them topped up to keep them alive.

Surface Earbuds

Report: Microsoft's 2025 layoffs revolve around its desperate $80 billion AI infrastructure investment

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3 juillet 2025 à 18:35

The Redmond giant has laid off over 15,000 people in 2025, and a report claims it's all in the name of freeing up spending money to invest more heavily in AI infrastructure, as Microsoft closes in on NVIDIA as most valuable company.

In this photo illustration the logo of Microsoft is being displayed on a laptop screen and the logo of Copilot is being displayed on a smart phone.

Intel Unison for Windows 11 shuts down — encourages users to switch to another multi-device experience

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3 juillet 2025 à 16:00

Intel has discontinued its popular Unison app on Windows, which let users sync their phone's data with their Windows PC. Now, the app is encouraging users to switch to another multi-device experience.

Intel Unison

This early PRIME DAY deal will nab you a flagship Surface Laptop 7 for less than Microsoft's midrange Surface Laptop 13-inch — but not for long!

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3 juillet 2025 à 08:49

Microsoft's flagship Surface Laptop 7 may be a year old, but it's still the latest and greatest from the company. And now, it's cheaper than its new midrange Surface Laptop, if you can believe it.

Surface Laptop 7

Latest Microsoft Edge update breaks design visuals on Windows 11 — once you see it, you'll hate it

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3 juillet 2025 à 07:26

Microsoft Edge version 138 started rolling out last week, and users quickly noticed it's missing an important visual design that was originally introduced specifically for Windows 11.

Microsoft Edge Update page

Apple is making a cheap MacBook — that's bad news for Windows

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2 juillet 2025 à 07:37

A sub-$800 MacBook is reportedly in the works, targeting the midrange PC market, notorious for its lackluster hardware. If true, Windows OEMs are in trouble.

Surface Pro 11 vs. MacBook Pro 14" with M3

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 version 25H2 is coming soon — will install much faster than version 24H2

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27 juin 2025 à 16:46

Windows 11 version 25H2 is coming this fall, and will share the same servicing and platform release as version 24H2, meaning it will be a breeze to install.

Windows 11 Start menu

Microsoft KILLS iconic Windows Blue Screen of Death — Windows 11 gains new, darker OS error screen

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26 juin 2025 à 16:00

The company will change the iconic blue error screen for a simplified black one, and ensure third-party security software adheres to new rules designed to stop bad updates and drivers from taking down OS.

Blue Screen of Death with an “UNSUPPORTED_PROCESSOR” error message

Will you sync your Windows 10 PC data to the cloud for free access to security updates beyond 2025?

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25 juin 2025 à 06:25

Extended security updates for Windows 10 just got a whole lot more affordable, if you're willing to give up your data in exchange. But will you?

Windows backup and restore

Microsoft makes Windows 10 security updates FREE for an extra year — but there's a catch, and you might not like it

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24 juin 2025 à 13:00

Windows 10 users will have the option to continue receiving security updates for free beyond October 2025, so long as they sync their PC with the cloud.

Windows 10 Update Page

Microsoft unveils big Windows Recall update — now showcases your most used apps and websites

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24 juin 2025 à 05:00

Windows 11 is getting an updated Recall app soon that includes a new homepage interface, which showcases recent snapshots and highlights from your most-used apps and websites.

Windows Recall

Lenovo's new Yoga 9i AiO is the first Copilot+ all-in-one desktop PC — and almost the perfect flagship

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

20 juin 2025 à 16:00

Lenovo's latest flagship desktop all-in-one is the first Copilot+ all-in-one PC, and it trumps the competition, showing how dire the AiO Windows PC space is.

Lenovo Yoga AiO 9i

Microsoft readies new Windows 11 feature drop for next month — here's what's coming, and when

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20 juin 2025 à 06:57

Microsoft's new Windows 11 Release Preview build gives us a good look at what to expect for next month's feature drop.

Windows 11 Taskbar

Microsoft kicks off testing its new GIF maker — right inside Windows 11

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19 juin 2025 à 16:00

Windows 11 is getting its own built-in GIF-making tool, and it's now available for testing with Windows Insiders in the Dev and Canary Channels.

Windows 11 Start menu

Windows Hello face unlock no longer works in the dark, and Microsoft says it's not a bug

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

16 juin 2025 à 08:30

A recent Windows update has changed how Windows Hello face unlock works, now requiring a color camera in addition to IR sensors to authenticate you. That means it no longer works in the dark.

Mouse Webcam with Windows Hello

Funny Windows 11 bug brings back classic Windows boot sound from 20 years ago

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

16 juin 2025 à 05:18

Windows Vista's iconic boot chime has made a surprise return in the latest Windows 11 preview builds.

Windows Vista Aero Wallpaper

Windows Central Podcast: Xbox Ally is official, and Aero Glass is back?

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13 juin 2025 à 09:40

Daniel and Zac discuss the new Xbox Ally and major changes to Windows for gaming handhelds.

Windows Vista desktop with Aero Glass enabled

Microsoft's new Surface Pro 12-inch takes aim at the iPad Air — and I think it wins

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

27 mai 2025 à 12:08

The new Surface Pro is an obvious direct competitor to Apple's iPad Air. It is roughly the same price, similar in size and design, and better emphasized as a tablet rather than a laptop.

Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch 1st Edition (2025) powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus processor.

Microsoft finally ships controversial Windows 11 'Recall' feature after year-long delay — now rolling out to all Copilot+ PCs

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

25 avril 2025 à 13:01

First announced in May 2024, Microsoft's Recall feature for Windows 11 is now rolling out on Copilot+ PCs, alongside new Click To Do and AI-powered Search features.

The Lenovo ThinkPad X9.

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