Why OpenAI could become the next Netscape What Netscape's rise and fall reveals about who will truly win the AI era. TechRadar · Jul 16
The Xbox Ultimate Game Sale 2026 is live — it might be one of Microsoft's best ever. Here are all of the deals. The sales event is so big that it's making our content management system lag out as I type this. I've also already spent over $100 on it. Damn. Windows Central · Jul 16
Microsoft blocks Windows 11 KB5101650 update for Dell PCs due to "unexpected shutdowns, poor performance, increased heat, and battery drain" Microsoft has blocked the KB5101650 after Dell informed the company that a recent change is causing some of its PCs to suffer from major instability issues. Windows Central · Jul 16
Dell Pro 5 Webcam review A corporate webcam with Windows Hello functionality and a frustrating lack of customisation to go with it PC Gamer · Jul 15
Windows 11 has more recovery options than ever, and here’s exactly when I would use each one to fix a broken PC Windows 11 doesn't rely on one recovery option. Discover every tool available to repair, restore, reset, and rebuild your computer. Windows Central · Jul 15
I tried Android's underrated desktop app, and it's transformed the way I work I'd never heard of Phone Link until recently, but now it's a critical part of my workflow — here's why. TechRadar · Jul 15
'No new vulnerability is needed to bypass UEFI Secure Boot': Experts find attackers can exploit decades-old flaws to gain access to key systems Almost a dozen vulnerable UEFI shim bootloaders discovered and revoked. TechRadar · Jul 15
I tested Windows 11's overhauled search experience, and I think Microsoft has finally fixed it: Windows Search is now more accurate and easier to use Microsoft's new Windows Search experience is now rolling out in preview, and I've gone hands-on to see if the improvements really do make a difference. Windows Central · Jul 15
New Windows 11 update is a big one — these are my top 4 features, including the ability to pause updates indefinitely Pausing updates for longer is a vital ability in certain situations, and I'm glad to see Microsoft finally acknowledging this. TechRadar · Jul 15
Latest Microsoft Patch Tuesday updates stamp out a record 622 security vulnerabilities, as the company's AI-enhanced bug hunt looks to bear fruit Squish, squish, squish. PC Gamer · Jul 15
Windows 11's latest update will let you pause updates indefinitely Microsoft's July 2026 Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11 introduces Point-in-time Restore, a new tool to pause updates, Widget improvements, and much more. Windows Central · Jul 14
IPVanish just made OpenVPN almost three times faster on Windows — but there's a catch IPVanish has added OpenVPN Data Channel Offload to its Windows app. Internal tests claim downloads up to 196% faster, but the feature can't be used with Scramble. TechRadar · Jul 14
Windows Movie Maker still beats Clipchamp in an important way Microsoft’s Clipchamp now requires OneDrive syncing to edit video projects. Windows Movie Maker never would have betrayed me like this. Windows Central · Jul 14
New changes to Windows 11 Start menu and search look genuinely exciting and thank the heavens that we'll be able to disable web results Keep going in this direction, please, Microsoft. PC Gamer · Jul 14
The Guardian - UK · Jul 14 Microsoft Surface Laptop 8 review: a quality PC whose trackpad taps you back Snappy performance, long battery life, great keyboard and excellent new haptic touchpad make the best of Windows 11
TechRadar · Jul 13 Watch out Windows users, a Secure Boot update has been blocked on Windows 11 PCs due to failing on some devices — here's how to check if you're affected Certain older devices that cannot receive updates via their OEM may not be able to install the latest Secure Boot certificate.
Windows Central · Jul 13 Microsoft announces major Windows 11 search overhaul that prioritizes clearer, local results, and removes ads: Huge effort to fix search on Windows is finally happening Windows 11's search user experience is getting a big update, with Microsoft moving to prioritize local results, remove promotional content, and much more.
PC Gamer · Jul 13 More Windows security updates to come as Microsoft leverages AI vulnerability detection, but 'only the highest-confidence findings reach the engineering team' Humans still make the key decisions and handle fixes, though.
TechRadar · Jul 13 Confused about your PC specs or hardware? Windows 11's Copilot app is getting new powers to help you 'understand your device' Copilot app's new 'PC insights' feature has been greeted with some skepticism.
Evening Standard · Jul 13 Best antivirus software for 2026, tested and reviewed by an expert Get peace of mind with comprehensive protection from the likes of Bitdefender and Surfshark
Evening Standard · Jul 13 Bitdefender 2026 review: A tech critic's full verdict Bitdefender provides exceptional 24-hour protection across five devices
Windows Central · Jul 12 Windows 11's smallest upgrade shows a big commitment from Microsoft Microsoft is testing a slightly larger search box in Windows 11. While it sounds minor, it signals a massive commitment to fixing the OS's infamous design inconsistencies.
Tom’s Hardware · Jul 12 Windows 95 didn’t detect installers, it ‘guessed’ based on the file name, says veteran dev — it simply checked for words like setup, install, inst, or localized equivalents The full match list ran to six terms: setup, install, inst, imposta, ayarla, and felrak.
Windows Central · Jul 12 Microsoft wants to integrate your smartphone more deeply with Windows 11: Plans major UX enhancements that will make your PC and phone more seamlessly connected Sources say that Microsoft is exploring several ways it can introduce new smartphone integration features across the Windows 11 interface in the coming months.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 12 Haptic vs. Mechanical trackpads: I put them both through a gauntlet, and one almost made me throw my laptop into the sun Why do $1,000+ laptops still have trackpad tech from the 90s? I put the mechanical trackpad up against the haptic trackpad in some very "scientific" tests, and honestly it should be killed now.