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Office LTSC 2021 support is ending, and Microsoft wants you to migrate to the cloud

Usama Jawad — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:12:01 +0000

Office LTSC 2021 apps will still run but lose security updates and support, and Microsoft is suggesting an upgrade to Microsoft 365. Read more...

Even the new Xbox CEO says Game Pass "has become too expensive for players"

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:46:01 +0000

Microsoft made some massive changes to its Xbox Game Pass subscriptions in 2025, which included unpopular price hikes. It seems not even the new Xbox CEO, Asha Sharma, is a fan of the change either. Read more...

[Price Drop] 50% OFF: H&R Block Tax Software Deluxe + State 2025 for Windows or Mac

Neowin Deals — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:00:01 +0000

Confidently file your taxes with H&R Block Deluxe. Get maximum deductions, accuracy checks, and easy-to-use tools to simplify federal and state tax preparation. Read more...

LG's massive 6K monitor is down to the lowest price with a $400 discount

Taras Buria — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:56:01 +0000

There aren't that many 6K monitors out there, and they can be quite expensive, but this one from LG is now down to its lowest price, thanks to a big discount. Read more...

Microsoft makes Windows 11 setup faster by letting you skip mandatory updates

Taras Buria — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:16:01 +0000

Windows 11's initial setup experience is now more user-friendly and lets you reach the desktop significantly faster. Read more...

[Time Limited Offer] The Complete Free AI Learning Library (worth $21) now free

Sponsored — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000

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Meet Huawei's response to the iPhone Fold, although you probably won't be able to buy it

Hamid Ganji — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:48:39 +0000

Huawei has released images of its first foldable phone featuring a wider screen, setting it apart from conventional foldable smartphones. Read more...

Nakamichi 9.2.4 Shockwafe Ultra Dolby Atmos soundbar is currently the best deal ever

Sayan Sen — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:30:01 +0000

The Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2.4 soundbar system is priced the lowest ever. It has Dolby Atmos, Vision, and more features. Read more...

Onkyo, Denon are both looking to win your heart & money with these AVR-S570BT, TX-8470 deals

Sayan Sen — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:22:01 +0000

Onkyo has its TX-8470 hi-fi network receiver at a fantastic price. This follows the great deal on the Denon AVR-S570BT which we covered recently for home theater uses. Read more...

Metro 2039 announced by 4A Games, full reveal this week at Xbox show

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:50:01 +0000

Following a long break, the Metro series by 4A Games is coming back with a brand-new entry. A full reveal is happening later this week. Read more...

Vivaldi for Android finally kills the need for external PDF apps

Paul Hill — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:08:01 +0000

Stop jumping between apps just to read a document. Vivaldi for Android's latest build is here to supercharge your workflow with built-in PDF support. Read more...

Linux 7.0 arrives as Linus Torvalds embraces a new era of AI-driven kernel development

Paul Hill — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:42:01 +0000

Linus Torvalds has officially unleashed Linux 7.0. From "corner case" AI fixes to major performance boosts, here is how the world's most famous open-source kernel is evolving for 2026. Read more...

Beware! This "Windows 11 24H2" update download can quietly steal your sensitive data

Sayan Sen — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:26:01 +0000

This Windows 11 24H2 update download could quietly compromise your system and steal sensitive personal data, putting your system's privacy and security at serious risk. Read more...

Apple testing four designs for its upcoming smart glasses

Sanket Mungase — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:42:02 +0000

Meta Ray-Ban to get its first-ever competitor in early 2027 in the smart glass segment, which could affect its market dominance. Read more...

Microsoft isn't removing Copilot from Windows 11, it's just renaming it

Usama Jawad — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:26:01 +0000

Microsoft begins removing Copilot labels in Windows 11 apps, but AI tools stay, leaving users feeling misled rather than satisfied. Read more...

Unofficial Windows 11 install tool gets faster, can now save you lots of disk space too

Sayan Sen — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:02:02 +0000

This popular Windows 11 update and install configuration utility has received a couple of updates recently which significantly improve its performance Read more...

[Price Drop] Save 21% on a Kodak Slide N Scan with this limited time deal

Neowin Deals — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:00:01 +0000

Scan old pictures and digitize them with this Kodak Slide N Scan Film and Slide Scanner deal, which is available for a limited time only. Read more...

Logitech Pebble 2 mouse + keyboard combo is now just $48.99

Taras Buria — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:58:01 +0000

This compact wireless keyboard with a bundled mouse is now available for just $48.99, thanks to a 18% discount. Read more...

Microsoft explains why it killed official way to activate Windows 11/10 without internet

Sayan Sen — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:42:01 +0000

Microsoft recently killed an official way to activate its products like Windows 11/10 and Office. The company has explained why it did so. Read more...

Garmin Vivoactive 5 and Venu Sq 2 smartwatches are selling at great prices

Fiza Ali — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:26:01 +0000

Two variants of Garmin Vivoactive 5, along with a Venu Sq 2 model, are now discounted by up to 40 percent. Read more...

This small app is a must-have for fixing Windows 11 context menus

Taras Buria — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:10:01 +0000

Tired of slow, cluttered Windows 11 context menus? This small app can fix things for you with just a few clicks. Read more...

7 Days: Simulations in Gemini, free battery compensation, and astronauts returning to Earth

Aditya Tiwari — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:30:01 +0000

Our '7 Days' weekly tech roundup brings the juiciest announcements. Read about Artemis II astronauts coming back, free Xbox battery kit, and simulations in Gemini. Read more...

Microsoft locks in final death date for Outlook Lite on Android

Paul Hill — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:16:01 +0000

Time is running out for Outlook Lite. Microsoft has set a firm kill date for the app, and you'll need to make the switch soon to keep your emails flowing. Read more...

Adobe brings Security Updates to tackle CVE-2026-34621 vulnerability

Sanket Mungase — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:08:01 +0000

Adobe has brought in updates to fix a critical vulnerability that was allowing attackers to access users' system local files. Read more...

Linux kernel allows AI-assisted code, as long as you follow these rules

Usama Jawad — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:14:01 +0000

Guidelines backed by Linus Torvalds reveal how AI tools and AI-generated code can contribute to the Linux kernel, but with notable limits. Read more...

France ditches Windows in favor of Linux

Usama Jawad — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 22:12:02 +0000

France is preparing to replace Windows across its government, marking a major move toward EU- and Linux-based alternatives and greater control over its digital infrastructure. Read more...

Microsoft Weekly: Microsoft reworks Windows Insider Program and hands out some batteries

Taras Buria — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:26:01 +0000

Microsoft revamps the Insider program, hands out some batteries, releases new builds, and more in this week's Microsoft Weekly news recap. Read more...

GTA VI developer Rockstar confirms another data breach as hackers threaten leaks

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:10:01 +0000

Rockstar Games has released a statement following monetary demands by a hacker group that has gained access to its internal data. Read more...

Save 88% on a lifetime subscription to PromptBuilder (Unlimited Plan)

Neowin Deals — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:00:01 +0000

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Windows 11 is getting much-needed Windows Update improvements, here is the first look

Taras Buria — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:34:01 +0000

Users have been asking Microsoft for more control over Windows updates for years, and Microsoft is finally listening. Read more...

ORICO X50 Thunderbolt 5 Portable SSD review: Blazing speeds and innovative cooling

Steven Parker — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0000

ORICO has been around for 17 years, providing storage solutions, and now, they have asked Neowin to check out its newest gadget, the X50, a Thunderbolt 5 SSD enclosure. Read more...

Amazon Deal: AMD Ryzen 9800X3D gaming processor reaches lowest ever price

Sayan Sen — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:52:01 +0000

AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D, the octa-core gaming processor, has reached an all-time low price of $410. It is one of the very best at its job. Read more...

Microsoft releases Edge 147 with Copilot in Immersive Reader, improved cookie settings, more

Taras Buria — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:48:01 +0000

The latest feature update for Microsoft Edge is here with a bit of Copilot, security fixes, better cookie settings, and more. Read more...

Weekend PC Game Deals: Cairn, Plague Inc, Space Marine 2, Peak, and more

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:30:01 +0000

This weekend's PC game deals include giveaways on Steam and Epic Games Store, fresh bundles to check out, and so much more. Read more...

Record-setting Artemis II astronauts return to Earth after a 10-day Moon adventure

Aditya Tiwari — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:58:01 +0000

NASA's Artemis II astronauts are back on Earth after a 10-day round-trip to the Moon. They have created a new record in space history. Read more...

Apple to showcase its research behind AirPods Pro 3 and other AI work at CHI 2026

Aditya Tiwari — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:42:01 +0000

CHI 2026 is just around the corner. Apple announced it will demo the latest AirPods Pro technology and present its research work on human-computer interaction. Read more...

Mozilla slams Microsoft's attempts to force Copilot on customers

Usama Jawad — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 23:30:01 +0000

Mozilla accuses Microsoft of manipulating users and quietly locking them into its Copilot ecosystem, sparking a fresh clash over who really controls your PC. Read more...

Microsoft Teams is getting a crucial feature that has been surprisingly missing so far

Usama Jawad — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 23:14:01 +0000

Joining calls might finally get smoother as Microsoft adds a long-missing pre-meeting feature that solves a common frustration. Read more...

Microsoft is retiring a PowerShell installation method on Windows

Usama Jawad — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:58:01 +0000

A major change is coming to how PowerShell is installed on Windows, and it could affect some enterprise workflows in significant ways. Read more...

Epic Games reportedly making an extraction shooter featuring Disney characters

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:18:01 +0000

The behemoth behind Fortnite and Unreal Engine may be working on a brand-new project that is similar to Arc Raiders but Disney-themed. Read more...