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Microsoft Teams and Zoom calls are about to get better in your web browser
Microsoft proposed a feature that would allow notifications within a browser to show customizable buttons for calls.
Microsoft Teams web client on Edge
Vue lecture
Google's Gemini 2.0 rolls out to everyone to compete with OpenAI, Microsoft, and DeepSeek
Google's Gemini 2.0 just rolled out to everyone. The tech giant has several models that compete with trending tech from OpenAI, Microsoft, and DeepSeek.
Artificial intelligence mobile apps for DeepSeek, ChatGPT and Google Gemini arranged.
This Microsoft Store update will let you save 100GB of space for games with a couple clicks
Microsoft is testing an option that will allow you to install individual components for some games through the Microsoft Store on Windows 11.
Microsoft Store
Arm withdraws threat against Qualcomm that could have seen Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon chips destroyed
Arm has withdrawn its threat to end a licensing agreement with Qualcomm. The news comes just weeks after a major court ruling on a case between the two tech giants.
Snapdragon X Elite logo
Have Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon turned a corner? Qualcomm saw a massive surge in this specific PC market.
Snapdragon-powered PCs made up over 10% of all laptop sales for devices over $800 in December 2024. That figure could indicate Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon have turned a corner.
Surface Laptop 7
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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.
