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New Windows 11 Build Tests Universal Control for PC Accessory RGB Lighting
It looks like the new 'Dynamic Lighting' control panel mainly supports third-party mice and keyboards from Razer for now, but other vendors plan on joining.
Dark Mode Is (Finally) Coming to Microsoft Paint on Windows 11
Microsoft first teased dark mode for Paint in Windows 11 in 2021, and it's now finally being tested in the Canary and Dev Channels for Windows Insiders.
Windows 11 Gets CPU, Memory and GPU Monitoring Widgets
The move makes it possible to check your computer performance with the Windows key + W shortcut. The widgets are available on the new Dev Home preview app.
With Bing Chat Thriving, Microsoft to End Cortana Support on Windows
The company is winding down support for the Cortana app in Windows, but the voice assistant will live on through the Outlook mobile app and in Teams.
Microsoft Disables Features to Get Surface Pro X Cameras Working Again
A permanent fix is promised, but we don't know when it will be released.
Forget Clippy, Forget Cortana: Windows Copilot Is the Real Deal! Or Is It?
Microsoft’s recently announced AI assistant comes with lots of questions and lots of promise. But please bring back Cortana capabilities in Windows Copilot!
Windows to Get Native RAR File Support, Controls for RGB Lighting
The features should cut down on the need to download various third-party apps for archive formats and RGB lighting controls for your PC accessories.
Microsoft Surface Pro X Cameras Have Stopped Working
All Surface Pro X owners are experiencing the same problem, but Microsoft is working on a fix.
Windows AI Copilot Rolls Out in Preview Next Month, Plug-Ins Coming to Bing AI
At Microsoft Build 2023, the company bills Windows Copilot as the first PC platform with 'centralized AI assistance to help people easily take action and get things done.'
What to Expect at Microsoft Build 2023
In Seattle next week, expect AI, AI, and more AI, with some Azure and Arm thrown in.
With Phone Link for iOS, You Can Use iMessage on a PC (But There's a Catch)
Microsoft completes its Phone Link for iOS rollout, but you'll need Windows 11 to try it out.
Asus ROG Ally Review
The Asus ROG Ally is not an outright Steam Deck killer, but smart hardware, software, and design decisions make for a fun, exciting Windows-based handheld game console.
How to Reset a Forgotten Password in Windows 10 or Windows 11
Blanking on the password for your Windows PC? Here's how to change it whether you use a Microsoft Account or a local account.
12 Simple Tips to Speed Up Windows
Make your Windows 11 (or Windows 10) PC run faster without compromising its interface or functionality.
Hate the Windows 11 Start Menu? Here's How to Change or Replace It
Change can be hard. If the Windows 11 aesthetic has you pining for the glory days of Windows 10, fear not. You can tweak Microsoft's new Start menu or download an alternative.
Microsoft Decides Outlook, Teams Will Open Links Using Edge by Default
User preferences be damned! Microsoft will ignore your default browser setting.
How to Trim Your SSD and Defrag Your Hard Drive in Windows
Having computer problems? Here is how to defragment a hard drive or trim an SSD in Windows so you can get your PC back in working order.
Microsoft: Sorry, But No More Feature Updates for Windows 10
Last year's release of version 22H2 for the OS 'will be the final version of Windows 10,' Microsoft says. That means you'll need to get Windows 11 for major enhancements.
Asus ROG Ally Hands-On: Can This Win 11 Gaming Handheld Top the Steam Deck?
It's for real! We spent some time with this highly anticipated Windows 11 gaming handheld, coming soon from the Asus Republic of Gamers brand. Check out our first impressions.
Microsoft Isn't Giving Up on Testing Ads in Windows 11 Start Menu
But for now, the tests will only occur for the 'Dev channel' of Windows 11 Insider builds.
