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Software development

Microsoft finally lets Windows 11 testers unlock experimental features without ViVeTool

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Information security

Microsoft's Latest Windows 11 Update Adds New Features, Strengthens Security

Productivity

6 days ago

8 ways to be more productive in Windows 11

Windows 11 offers hidden productivity features like Focus sessions to enhance work efficiency.

Software development

Microsoft's Windows Insider Program is no longer a confusing mess

Microsoft maps Windows 11 quality overhaul after acknowledging gaps

Microsoft is enhancing Windows 11 performance and reliability following user criticism, focusing on responsiveness, stability, and core system improvements.

Why Microsoft is forcing Windows 11 25H2 update on all eligible PCs

Microsoft is mandating the update to Windows 11 25H2 for eligible PCs running 24H2 due to security reasons.

Microsoft finally lets Windows 11 testers unlock experimental features without ViVeTool

Windows 11 testers can now access experimental features directly through the new Experimental Channel without third-party apps.

Information security

fromTechRepublic

Microsoft's Latest Windows 11 Update Adds New Features, Strengthens Security

Microsoft's Windows 11 updates enhance usability, performance, and security with notable features like Smart App Control and improved Narrator functionality.

Productivity

6 days ago

8 ways to be more productive in Windows 11

Windows 11 offers hidden productivity features like Focus sessions to enhance work efficiency.

Microsoft's Windows Insider Program is no longer a confusing mess

Microsoft is simplifying the Insider Program for Windows 11, introducing a more reliable Beta channel and easier feature management.

Microsoft maps Windows 11 quality overhaul after acknowledging gaps

Microsoft is enhancing Windows 11 performance and reliability following user criticism, focusing on responsiveness, stability, and core system improvements.

Why Microsoft is forcing Windows 11 25H2 update on all eligible PCs

Microsoft is mandating the update to Windows 11 25H2 for eligible PCs running 24H2 due to security reasons.

Privacy technologies

Microsoft adds hidden feature flags to Windows Insider builds

Tech industry

The MacBook Neo is the best thing to happen to Windows in years

UX design

Why Microsoft's war on Windows' Control Panel is taking so long

Software development

Microsoft starts removing unnecessary Copilot buttons in Windows 11

Software development

Microsoft starts removing Copilot buttons from Windows 11 apps

Artificial intelligence

Microsoft keeps insisting that it's deeply committed to the quality of Windows 11

Privacy technologies

Microsoft adds hidden feature flags to Windows Insider builds

Users will have more control over features in upcoming Microsoft updates.

The MacBook Neo is the best thing to happen to Windows in years

Microsoft consistently enhances Windows in response to competitive threats, particularly from Apple.

UX design

Why Microsoft's war on Windows' Control Panel is taking so long

Microsoft is gradually migrating Control Panel items to the Settings app in Windows 11, focusing on design clarity and user experience.

Software development

Microsoft starts removing unnecessary Copilot buttons in Windows 11

Software development

Microsoft starts removing Copilot buttons from Windows 11 apps

Artificial intelligence

Microsoft keeps insisting that it's deeply committed to the quality of Windows 11

Microsoft is slowing down Copilot integration and focusing on intentional deployment and user-friendly updates for Windows.

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Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will no longer support EA, Ubisoft, or GOG's third-party stores, and it is discontinuing subscriptions to Ubisoft Plus and Jackbox Games, canceling active subscriptions at the end of the billing cycle.

Games

Samsung's upcoming foldables may get this AI feature

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 will feature Scam Detection, expanding its availability beyond the US.

Nintendo Switch 2 Version of 007 First Light Has Been Delayed Until Summer

007 First Light for Nintendo Switch 2 is delayed, launching later this summer, while PC, PS5, and Xbox versions release on May 27, 2026.

Business intelligence

Apple worst, Asus best for laptop repairability

Enterprises are increasingly adopting PC as a Service (PCaaS) with a focus on sustainability and complete lifecycle management of IT products.

The new M5-based MacBook Air is built to last - and perform

The new MacBook Air features the M5 chip, enhancing performance with faster CPU, GPU, memory, and SSD storage.

Canada news

Showing the Windows 10 desktop was the yeast they could do

A bakery's use of Windows 10 desktops highlights the contrast between modern technology and traditional baked goods.

fromGameSpot

Get An ROG Xbox Ally For Only $500 Before The Inevitable Price Increase Arrives

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally is now priced at $500, offering a portable gaming PC experience with Windows 11 compatibility and a wide game selection.

Microsoft's "commitment to Windows quality" starts with overhaul of beta program

The Release Preview channel will serve as a hidden option for IT shops to test upcoming updates without needing to wipe PCs.

HMD Terra M Can Do What Flagship Smartphones Can't Even Handle - Yanko Design

The HMD Terra M is an ultra-rugged feature phone designed for harsh environments, ensuring reliable communication for frontline workers.

Mozilla calls out Microsoft over Copilot push in Windows

Mozilla criticizes Microsoft's Copilot integration for lacking user consent and prioritizing business interests over customer choice.

Games

You'll soon be able to hide games from your Xbox achievements list

Microsoft is testing new features for Xbox achievements, allowing users to hide games and redesigning achievement displays.

A thin, light entry-level gaming laptop is $300 off at Best Buy

Lenovo's 15.6-inch LOQ laptop offers good entry-level 1080p gaming performance for $649.99, featuring an RTX 4050 GPU and 16GB RAM.

Apple's chips are winners, but Windows fails help it most

Apple's control over its platforms has led to a superior user experience with Mac, while Windows struggles with consistency and performance.

23 hours ago

You don't have to spend more than $50 on a great USB-C dock for your Switch 2

Nintendo's Switch 2 redesign complicates third-party accessory development, necessitating new solutions for compatibility.

Ai+ PulseTab arrives with 10.95" LCD and 8,000mAh battery

Ai+ launched the PulseTab tablet with entry-level specs, a 10.95-inch display, and an 8,000mAh battery, priced at INR 9,999.

Xbox's new era needs games like Forza Horizon 6

Forza Horizon 6 is set in Japan and features a vast, varied open-world environment that encourages exploration.

Pictures of iPhone Fold appear online, just before Apple's supposed foldable hits engineering challenges - Yanko Design

Apple's anticipated foldable phone, the iPhone Fold, is expected to launch in 2026, but engineering setbacks may delay its release.

Games

fromKotaku

New PS5 Dashboard Update Leaks And Damn, Sony, That Looks Good - Kotaku

Sony is testing a new PlayStation 5 home menu layout that enhances navigation by moving key icons to a top row.

Asus Zenbook A16 Review: Start Considering Snapdragon on PC, for Real

Asus Zenbook A16 offers a lightweight design and strong performance at a competitive price, but faces compatibility issues with its ARM-based chip.

Gadgets

Asus' lightweight 16-inch laptop is a formidable MacBook Air alternative

Gadgets

ASUS ZenBook A16 review: A surprisingly light and powerful 16-inch ultraportable

fromgizmodo.com

Asus Zenbook A16 Review: Start Considering Snapdragon on PC, for Real

Asus Zenbook A16 offers a lightweight design and strong performance at a competitive price, but faces compatibility issues with its ARM-based chip.

Asus' lightweight 16-inch laptop is a formidable MacBook Air alternative

Asus' Zenbook A16 offers powerful performance, a large OLED display, and long battery life in a lightweight design, priced at $1,599.99.

ASUS ZenBook A16 review: A surprisingly light and powerful 16-inch ultraportable

ASUS's revamped ZenBook A16 features Snapdragon X2 chips, offering improved performance and a lightweight design, competing effectively with Intel and AMD ultraportables.

Samsung expands One UI 8.5 beta program to the Galaxy S23, Fold5, Flip5, and A36

Samsung is expanding the One UI 8.5 beta program to more devices including Galaxy S23 series, Z Fold5, Z Flip5, and A36.

Valve brings native Steam Link app to Apple's Vision Pro

Steam Link is coming to Apple's Vision Pro, enabling wireless streaming of traditional games from Steam libraries on nearby Macs or PCs.

#apple

Apple

It's iPhone speculation time: flips, flaps - and Fold

fromTechCrunch

Apple

Apple's foldable iPhone is on track to launch in September, report says | TechCrunch

It's iPhone speculation time: flips, flaps - and Fold

Apple's iPhone speculation cycle features conflicting reports about product timelines, with no official acknowledgment from the company.

fromTechCrunch

Apple's foldable iPhone is on track to launch in September, report says | TechCrunch

Apple's first foldable iPhone is set to launch in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max.

Surprise: Not every Lenovo laptop is worth recommending in 2026 - the Yoga 7i is proof

The Lenovo Yoga 7a is a versatile midrange laptop that performs well but lacks standout features for 2026 expectations.

WhatsApp adds a better, native interface for CarPlay

Meta has improved WhatsApp for CarPlay with a native interface and enhanced features for user accessibility.

Why Ubuntu 26.04 will thrill gamers - and it's not just the performance bump

Ubuntu 26.04 offers significant performance improvements, making it the fastest release yet, especially for gaming on both Intel and AMD hardware.

OnePlus' gaming handheld design and key specs leaked

OnePlus is reportedly planning to enter the gaming handheld market with a new device featuring an 8-inch display and MediaTek Dimensity chipset.

Redmi K90 Max design officially revealed, Redmi K Pad 2 to debut alongside

Redmi K90 Max and K Pad 2 will launch soon, featuring advanced cooling and high-performance specifications.

Why I stopped using 'Modern Standby' on my Windows laptop to save battery overnight

Sleep, hibernate, and shut down have distinct behaviors, with Modern Standby enabling quick wake times but potentially less battery efficiency.

Artificial intelligence

Microsoft's Copilot Might Come to Current-Gen Xbox Consoles This Year

Microsoft plans to bring Gaming Copilot AI assistant to Xbox Series S and Series X consoles later this year after nine months of public testing on other platforms.

iQOO Z11 is escaping China soon

The iQOO Z11 sold in China comes with a 6.83-inch AMOLED screen with 1260x2800 resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate, and 5,000-nit peak brightness.

Mobile UX

This $215 Phone Has a 7,000mAh Battery and Lasts 20 Hours on Video - Yanko Design

Realme claims the C100 5G can handle nearly 20 hours of continuous video playback and over 18 hours of GPS navigation before needing a recharge.

Gadgets

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Mobile UX

Motorola unveils the Moto G Stylus (2026) and the Moto Pad (2026)

Motorola announces Moto Pad and next-gen Moto G Stylus

Motorola has launched the Moto G Stylus smartphone and Moto Pad tablet, featuring advanced displays, processors, and unique functionalities.

Mobile UX

Motorola unveils the Moto G Stylus (2026) and the Moto Pad (2026)

Motorola announces Moto Pad and next-gen Moto G Stylus

Motorola has launched the Moto G Stylus smartphone and Moto Pad tablet, featuring advanced displays, processors, and unique functionalities.

more#motorola

fromAndroid Authority

Deal: This MNN Portable Monitor is looking promising at just under $50

The MNN Portable Monitor is now available for $49.98, making it an affordable option for digital nomads.

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Gadgets

GAMEMT E5 MODX handheld's detachable control module can be connected to Magsafe phones - Yanko Design

The E5 MODX handheld console features a detachable display and aims to enhance portable gaming experiences with smartphone connectivity.

Gadgets

7 Handheld Gaming PCs That Actually Look Like the Future - Not a Fisher-Price Toy - Yanko Design

The handheld gaming PC market is evolving towards better design, prioritizing aesthetics and user experience over mere specifications.

GAMEMT E5 MODX handheld's detachable control module can be connected to Magsafe phones - Yanko Design

The E5 MODX handheld console features a detachable display and aims to enhance portable gaming experiences with smartphone connectivity.

7 Handheld Gaming PCs That Actually Look Like the Future - Not a Fisher-Price Toy - Yanko Design

The handheld gaming PC market is evolving towards better design, prioritizing aesthetics and user experience over mere specifications.

more#handheld-gaming

6 days ago

Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro Launch Timeline Revealed

General Manager Jiang Chao confirmed in a Weibo post that the Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro will launch in China in April or May 2026. Chao claimed that the Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro 'is amazing! It will definitely not disappoint you.'

Mobile UX

Microsoft's 'Xbox mode' is coming to every Windows 11 PC

Microsoft seems more determined than ever to combine Xbox and Windows - to the point that its next-gen Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will play PC games too. Today, we learned Helix will go alpha in 2027. But the company isn't waiting for Helix before it points Windows gamers in the Xbox direction. Starting in April, it's bringing its full-screen Xbox mode to every kind of Windows 11 PC, including laptops, desktops, and tablets.

Video games

#xbox-mode

Video games

Microsoft's full screen 'Xbox Mode' will roll out to Windows 11 PCs in April

Microsoft launches Xbox Mode for Windows 11 devices in April, bringing a controller-optimized interface similar to Steam's 15-year-old Big Picture Mode to all Windows devices.

Gadgets

Windows 11's Steam Deck-ish, streamlined Xbox gaming UI comes to all PCs in April

Microsoft is rolling out Xbox mode to Windows 11 PCs starting in April, offering a controller-friendly full-screen gaming interface that reduces RAM usage and energy consumption while maintaining standard Windows capabilities.

Microsoft's full screen 'Xbox Mode' will roll out to Windows 11 PCs in April

Microsoft launches Xbox Mode for Windows 11 devices in April, bringing a controller-optimized interface similar to Steam's 15-year-old Big Picture Mode to all Windows devices.

Windows 11's Steam Deck-ish, streamlined Xbox gaming UI comes to all PCs in April

more#xbox-mode

1 week ago

Forget the Steam Deck, This Custom-Built Handheld Runs a Full Linux Desktop in Your Palms - Yanko Design

A custom x86 handheld computer was built from scratch, featuring a LattePanda Mu, Linux Mint, and various unique components.

MacBook Neo proves that Microsoft had the right idea, but the wrong execution

MacBook Neo succeeds where Microsoft's Surface RT failed over a decade ago by combining superior execution, effective branding, and strategic timing to capture an existing consumer demographic.

I guess this wasn't an Xbox after all

Microsoft has discontinued its 'This is an Xbox' marketing campaign by removing the original blog post from Xbox Wire.

Microsoft Will Ship Alpha Versions of Next-Gen Xbox to Game Devs in 2027

Microsoft will ship Project Helix alpha versions to developers in 2027, featuring significant ray-tracing performance improvements and AI integration for next-generation Xbox gaming.

Microsoft Says 'Project Helix' Next-Gen Xbox Will Offer PC, Console Gaming

Microsoft announced Project Helix, its next-generation Xbox console designed to natively play both Xbox and PC games, merging the two gaming ecosystems into a hybrid device.

fromKotaku

Next-Gen Xbox Codenamed Project Helix Will Play Your PC Games

Microsoft's new Xbox CEO announced Project Helix, the next-generation console that will play both Xbox and PC games with leading performance capabilities.

Microsoft Will Ship Alpha Versions of Next-Gen Xbox to Game Devs in 2027

Microsoft will ship Project Helix alpha versions to developers in 2027, featuring significant ray-tracing performance improvements and AI integration for next-generation Xbox gaming.

Microsoft Says 'Project Helix' Next-Gen Xbox Will Offer PC, Console Gaming

Microsoft announced Project Helix, its next-generation Xbox console designed to natively play both Xbox and PC games, merging the two gaming ecosystems into a hybrid device.

fromKotaku

Next-Gen Xbox Codenamed Project Helix Will Play Your PC Games

Microsoft's new Xbox CEO announced Project Helix, the next-generation console that will play both Xbox and PC games with leading performance capabilities.

more#project-helix

Sony's Latest PlayStation Patent Turns a DualSense and Your Phone Into One Gaming Controller - Yanko Design

Sony's new filing describes a smartphone mounted directly onto a DualSense controller, with the phone functioning as a live secondary input device. Its touchscreen, motion sensors, and hardware would all be available to developers as genuine control surfaces, feeding into the game in real time rather than simply mirroring it.

Gadgets

Ayaneo says selling its Windows gaming handheld 'is no longer sustainable'

Ayaneo is suspending preorders for the Next 2 gaming handheld due to rising digital storage costs making production unsustainable.

Digital life

fromInfoWorld

Windows PCs fade away

Personal PC ownership is being replaced by cloud-subscription models and AI-managed systems, reducing user control and shifting agency to cloud providers.

Windows 11 tops market share as 10 faces extended farewell

I don't think any organization wants to pay for ESU licenses. Many organizations will migrate, but a non-trivial subset will rely on ESU as a safety net because their constraints are less about 'deciding to upgrade' and more about validating dependencies and coordinating operational downtime.

Tech industry

$73 Lenovo Gamepad Turns the Legion Y700 Into a Switch Lite Rival - Yanko Design

Lenovo's Legion Gamepad G9 2026 is a dedicated accessory for the Legion Y700 Gen 5 tablet, featuring an 8-direction D-pad, macro buttons, and wired USB-C connection to eliminate latency.

MS exec: Microsoft's next console will play "Xbox and PC games"

Microsoft's next Xbox console, Project Helix, will play both Xbox and PC games, signaling a shift toward a Windows-based platform rather than maintaining a walled garden approach.

Xbox confirms new console is coming - but can it revive the brand?

Microsoft confirms development of Project Helix, a next-generation hybrid console playing Xbox and PC games, marking a strategic shift in the company's gaming approach.

Xbox CEO confirms next-gen 'Project Helix' console will play PC games

Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, will lead in performance and play both console and PC games, with details to be revealed at GDC.

fromWGB

Gadgets

Xbox Just Announced The Next Xbox, Confirms It Will Play PC Games

fromwww.bbc.com

Xbox confirms new console is coming - but can it revive the brand?

Microsoft confirms development of Project Helix, a next-generation hybrid console playing Xbox and PC games, marking a strategic shift in the company's gaming approach.

Xbox CEO confirms next-gen 'Project Helix' console will play PC games

Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, will lead in performance and play both console and PC games, with details to be revealed at GDC.

fromWGB

Gadgets

Xbox Just Announced The Next Xbox, Confirms It Will Play PC Games

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Microsoft adding Xbox mode to Windows 11

Microsoft is introducing Xbox mode to Windows 11 PCs starting April, creating a controller-optimized gaming interface across consumer devices including laptops, desktops, and tablets.

Gadgets

Lenovo Unveils a Foldable Gaming Handheld That Replaces Your Laptop - Yanko Design

Lenovo's Legion Go Fold Concept addresses the travel dilemma of carrying multiple devices by combining a foldable handheld gaming device with laptop functionality through a flexible display and detachable controllers.

Gadgets

This Windows gaming handheld has a screen that folds in half

Lenovo's Legion Go Fold Concept is a Windows-based foldable gaming handheld that expands from 7.7 inches to 11.6 inches and converts into a laptop with detachable controllers and folio case.

Lenovo Unveils a Foldable Gaming Handheld That Replaces Your Laptop - Yanko Design

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This Windows gaming handheld has a screen that folds in half

Lenovo's Legion Go Fold Concept is a Windows-based foldable gaming handheld that expands from 7.7 inches to 11.6 inches and converts into a laptop with detachable controllers and folio case.

Lenovo's latest gaming tablet goes big on battery

Lenovo released an updated Legion Tab gaming tablet with an 8.8-inch 165Hz display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, and 9,000mAh battery, priced at $849 starting in May.

Lenovo leak reveals a foldable gaming handheld that's also a Windows laptop

Leaked images of the device show it attached to both a keyboard and controllers, with a hinge in the middle of the POLED display, allowing it to unfold from 7.7 inches to 11.6 inches. Users can attach the controllers with the display folded or unfolded, use the display in a vertical split screen mode, or attach it to the keyboard for laptop mode, for a total of four different form factors rolled into one device.

Gadgets

Qualcomm won't be announcing Windows gaming handhelds at GDC after all

Qualcomm postponed announcing Snapdragon G Series gaming chip updates for Windows handhelds at GDC 2026, likely due to memory shortages affecting the entire chip industry.

Microsoft ports the Xbox app to Arm-based Windows PCs

Xbox app now runs on all Arm-based Windows 11 PCs, enabling purchase, download, and streaming of most Game Pass titles with Prism emulator AVX/AVX2 support.

Just look at Ayaneo's absolute unit of a Windows gaming "handheld"

Ayaneo Next II is a massive 3.14-pound Windows gaming handheld with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 performance and a high-end 9.06-inch 2400×1504 OLED at up to 165 Hz.