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I tested 5 major changes and improvements coming to Windows 11 this year: Microsoft is clearly serious about fixing Windows, and it's doing things right this time

When Microsoft announced its plans to fix Windows 11, a part of me was concerned that it was all just words and to expect broken promises. To my surprise, it's actually delivering.

Windows Central · Aug 5

"It's a pretty cool part of the Xbox ecosystem," Larian explains why 'Baldur's Gate 3' hits Play Anywhere — as the service grows faster than ever

Xbox Play Anywhere is one of my favorite features of the Xbox ecosystem, and August through to September might represent something of a watershed moment for it.

Windows Central · Aug 5

Heading to uni? The 3 best MacBooks, depending on your course and studies

Off to study this September? Here are the best MacBook options

T3 · Aug 5

If you use the Xbox App on Windows 11 with non-Xbox games then you absolutely need to use this Game Bar widget

The Xbox App on Windows 11 is a pretty good launcher for all your PC games these days, but you really need this Game Bar widget to make it look pretty.

Windows Central · Aug 4

DOOM runs inside Paint on Windows, built by a Microsoft executive: "The spreadsheet-tier framerate is part of the charm."

Mark Russinovich builds DoomPaint to turn Microsoft Paint into a bizarre DOOM "monitor" of sorts, pasting each frame in turn for a janky but playable hack.

Windows Central · Aug 4

Apple confirmed iPhone-to-Windows clipboard sync is coming, but only because the EU forced its hand

Following an EU Digital Markets Act request from Microsoft, Apple agreed to develop cross-platform clipboard syncing between iPhones and Windows 11 PCs. The feature relies on Apple’s AccessorySetupKit and is targeted for late 2027, though it may remain exclusive to users in the European Union.

Windows Central · Aug 4

"World’s smallest and lightest full-frame compatible zoom" just got better, along with three other super lenses

New free firmware update for four full-frame L-mount lenses brings new focus ring controls and other improvements to a versatile lineup of quality zooms

Digital Camera World · Aug 4

MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review: the handheld PC that finally makes sense to a console gamer

MSI’s latest handheld has finally made me understand the appeal of PC gaming on the go.

Creative Bloq · Aug 4

I put the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 to work — it’s a great $799 laptop (if on sale)

Thinking of buying the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 15 (2026)? With a 15-inch screen and great battery life, it is a killer deal at $799—just skip its $1,299 full price.

Tom’s Guide · Aug 4

Buying a new laptop? The 5 essential features and upgrades to consider

Our top tips when buying a new laptop

T3 · Aug 4