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This previously hidden Windows 11 feature is even better than I expected
The Windows 11 battery icon will soon have the option to show battery percentage and indicate how much charge is left by changing color.Microsoft Surface Pro 11 with Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite
27 janvier 2025 à 08:34

This previously hidden Windows 11 feature is even better than I expected

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27 janvier 2025 à 08:34

The Windows 11 battery icon will soon have the option to show battery percentage and indicate how much charge is left by changing color.

Microsoft Surface Pro 11 with Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite

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New Surface Pro details emerge as Microsoft prepares to downgrade Windows 10 and OpenAI is accused of cheating on AI benchmarks
New Surface devices are on the way and the mystery of an Xbox controller listing has been solved. We also saw OpenAI accused of cheating on benchmark tests recently.Surface Pro 11
25 janvier 2025 à 11:02

New Surface Pro details emerge as Microsoft prepares to downgrade Windows 10 and OpenAI is accused of cheating on AI benchmarks

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25 janvier 2025 à 11:02

New Surface devices are on the way and the mystery of an Xbox controller listing has been solved. We also saw OpenAI accused of cheating on benchmark tests recently.

Surface Pro 11

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Microsoft replaces free wallpaper website with an unorganized mess in the Microsoft Store
Microsoft will soon retire its website for downloading free themes and wallpapers. Instead, the company will promote a themes section within the Microsoft Store.Themes section of the Microsoft Store on Windows 11
24 janvier 2025 à 13:43

Microsoft replaces free wallpaper website with an unorganized mess in the Microsoft Store

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24 janvier 2025 à 13:43

Microsoft will soon retire its website for downloading free themes and wallpapers. Instead, the company will promote a themes section within the Microsoft Store.

Themes section of the Microsoft Store on Windows 11

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This ASUS ROG Ally deal proves that "you get what you pay for" is a lie. Z1 Extreme model is now cheaper than weaker sibling.
A discount on the ASUS ROG Ally with a Ryzen Z1 Extreme makes the most powerful version of the gaming handheld more affordable than the base model.A hand holding ROG Ally while it displays STALKER 2.
24 janvier 2025 à 08:30

This ASUS ROG Ally deal proves that "you get what you pay for" is a lie. Z1 Extreme model is now cheaper than weaker sibling.

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24 janvier 2025 à 08:30

A discount on the ASUS ROG Ally with a Ryzen Z1 Extreme makes the most powerful version of the gaming handheld more affordable than the base model.

A hand holding ROG Ally while it displays STALKER 2.

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This Dell laptop with a Snapdragon X Plus is under $600 right now
Dell's Inspiron 14 promises to get you through a day of productivity and it has a lovely IPS display. Right now, you can buy the laptop for $200 off.Dell Inspiron 14
23 janvier 2025 à 11:43

This Dell laptop with a Snapdragon X Plus is under $600 right now

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23 janvier 2025 à 11:43

Dell's Inspiron 14 promises to get you through a day of productivity and it has a lovely IPS display. Right now, you can buy the laptop for $200 off.

Dell Inspiron 14

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Massive Microsoft account security change almost snuck out without enough warning
Microsoft accounts will now remain signed in automatically within a web browser. People should remember to sign out upon exit or use private browser to remain secure on a public or shared PC.The Microsoft logo on a smartphone and laptop arranged in Crockett, California, US, on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023.
23 janvier 2025 à 09:58

Massive Microsoft account security change almost snuck out without enough warning

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23 janvier 2025 à 09:58

Microsoft accounts will now remain signed in automatically within a web browser. People should remember to sign out upon exit or use private browser to remain secure on a public or shared PC.

The Microsoft logo on a smartphone and laptop arranged in Crockett, California, US, on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023.

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I'm aghast, stunned, and flabbergasted that Microsoft just removed the thesaurus from Word
Microsoft removed Smart Lookup from Word recently, meaning you can no longer use the feature to search for synonyms or definitions.Microsoft 365 app on Windows 11 with shortcuts to create documents in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other Microsoft 365 applictions.
22 janvier 2025 à 13:09

I'm aghast, stunned, and flabbergasted that Microsoft just removed the thesaurus from Word

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22 janvier 2025 à 13:09

Microsoft removed Smart Lookup from Word recently, meaning you can no longer use the feature to search for synonyms or definitions.

Microsoft 365 app on Windows 11 with shortcuts to create documents in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other Microsoft 365 applictions.

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My favorite Game Bar feature on Windows 11 is now available for everyone
Game Bar on Windows 11 now supports a preview of Game Assist. That feature places a browser in the Game Bar, allowing you to read guides and watch videos without having to switch tabs.Game Assist in Game Bar on Windows 11
22 janvier 2025 à 10:03

My favorite Game Bar feature on Windows 11 is now available for everyone

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22 janvier 2025 à 10:03

Game Bar on Windows 11 now supports a preview of Game Assist. That feature places a browser in the Game Bar, allowing you to read guides and watch videos without having to switch tabs.

Game Assist in Game Bar on Windows 11

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How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025
Samsung is expected to announce its Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra at Galaxy Unpacked 2025. Here's how to tune in to see if Samsung also unveils some Galaxy laptops.Samsung Galaxy Unpacked stage for 2025
22 janvier 2025 à 06:35

How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025

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22 janvier 2025 à 06:35

Samsung is expected to announce its Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra at Galaxy Unpacked 2025. Here's how to tune in to see if Samsung also unveils some Galaxy laptops.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked stage for 2025

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Lenovo reveals explosive SSD that you won't want to bring on a flight
Lenovo revealed a new SSD in China that looks like a hand grenade from the move "Operation Hadal." Gadgets that look like weapons or ammunition have a tricky history with airport security, so it's probably best to keep the new Lenovo SSD at home.Lenovo grenade external SSD
21 janvier 2025 à 11:55

Lenovo reveals explosive SSD that you won't want to bring on a flight

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21 janvier 2025 à 11:55

Lenovo revealed a new SSD in China that looks like a hand grenade from the move "Operation Hadal." Gadgets that look like weapons or ammunition have a tricky history with airport security, so it's probably best to keep the new Lenovo SSD at home.

Lenovo grenade external SSD

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Copilot+ PCs will soon get their first must-have exclusive feature
Copilot+ PCs will soon support an improved Windows Search that uses AI to locate files. That new Windows Search could be the first must-have feature for Copilot+ PCs.A pre-production sample of the HP EliteBook Ultra 14 (G1i), open and sitting on a desk.
21 janvier 2025 à 09:12

Copilot+ PCs will soon get their first must-have exclusive feature

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21 janvier 2025 à 09:12

Copilot+ PCs will soon support an improved Windows Search that uses AI to locate files. That new Windows Search could be the first must-have feature for Copilot+ PCs.

A pre-production sample of the HP EliteBook Ultra 14 (G1i), open and sitting on a desk.

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Can't send emails through Outlook? You're not alone.
Classic Outlook may crash when trying to create a new email or forward an email. Microsoft confirmed the issue and will roll out a fix soon.Classic Outlook and Mail & Calendar app on Windows 11
21 janvier 2025 à 07:59

Can't send emails through Outlook? You're not alone.

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21 janvier 2025 à 07:59

Classic Outlook may crash when trying to create a new email or forward an email. Microsoft confirmed the issue and will roll out a fix soon.

Classic Outlook and Mail & Calendar app on Windows 11

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Microsoft will retroactively downgrade this part of Windows 10 next month
The latest Insider build of Windows 10 includes two new features, though one of them is a downgrade.Windows 10 Start menu on HP ZBook Studio G4
20 janvier 2025 à 14:11

Microsoft will retroactively downgrade this part of Windows 10 next month

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20 janvier 2025 à 14:11

The latest Insider build of Windows 10 includes two new features, though one of them is a downgrade.

Windows 10 Start menu on HP ZBook Studio G4

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Microsoft News Roundup: Nightmare week of price hikes, rebrands, and remembering how Bill Gates lost $400 billion
Negative headlines surrounded Microsoft this past week as the company rebranded its most iconic apps, raised the price of Microsoft 365, and was attacked by Salesforce.This is fine meme with the Microsoft logo on the dog surrounded by flames.
20 janvier 2025 à 11:45

Microsoft News Roundup: Nightmare week of price hikes, rebrands, and remembering how Bill Gates lost $400 billion

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20 janvier 2025 à 11:45

Negative headlines surrounded Microsoft this past week as the company rebranded its most iconic apps, raised the price of Microsoft 365, and was attacked by Salesforce.

This is fine meme with the Microsoft logo on the dog surrounded by flames.

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Bluesky adds TikTok mode while Elon mulls reviving Vine in the latest banning drama
Bluesky has a new video-only mode that's somewhat similar to TikTok. The new mode lets you swipe vertically to jump between videos, much like other popular video-focused social media apps.In this photo illustration, the Bluesky logo is displayed on a cell phone and computer monitor.
20 janvier 2025 à 08:53

Bluesky adds TikTok mode while Elon mulls reviving Vine in the latest banning drama

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20 janvier 2025 à 08:53

Bluesky has a new video-only mode that's somewhat similar to TikTok. The new mode lets you swipe vertically to jump between videos, much like other popular video-focused social media apps.

In this photo illustration, the Bluesky logo is displayed on a cell phone and computer monitor.

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How to use a vertical taskbar on Windows 11
You can now move your PC's taskbar to either side of your screen if you use the latest version of Start11.Start11 option to use vertical taskbars on Windows 11.
16 janvier 2025 à 14:53

How to use a vertical taskbar on Windows 11

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16 janvier 2025 à 14:53

You can now move your PC's taskbar to either side of your screen if you use the latest version of Start11.

Start11 option to use vertical taskbars on Windows 11.

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Here's what we know (so far) about NVIDIA's alleged ARM chips for laptops
NVIDIA will reportedly release its first-ever ARM-based chips for Windows PCs. The rumored N1X chip is expected by the end of 2025 and its sibling, the N1, is expected in 2026.Nvidia Grace
16 janvier 2025 à 12:38

Here's what we know (so far) about NVIDIA's alleged ARM chips for laptops

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16 janvier 2025 à 12:38

NVIDIA will reportedly release its first-ever ARM-based chips for Windows PCs. The rumored N1X chip is expected by the end of 2025 and its sibling, the N1, is expected in 2026.

Nvidia Grace

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Microsoft Teams is about to get this feature it should have had on day one
Microsoft Teams will soon let you choose where notifications appear on the screen. The option is in testing now and should roll out to everyone soon.Microsoft Teams app and logo running on a laptop and smartphone.
16 janvier 2025 à 09:23