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Samsung 990 2TB NVMe SSD is an excellent deal for limited time only

Sayan Sen — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:20:01 +0000

The Samsung 990 non-PRO offers nearly 90% of the performance of the PRO model. Right now, the 2TB is on sale for a limited time only. Read more...

Most useful PowerToys features every user should know about

Ivan Jenic — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0000

PowerToys is packed with useful tools, but figuring out which ones are actually worth enabling can be a bit much. These are the ones I keep coming back to: Read more...

Fact check AI with a Clearafi AI lifetime plan at 83% off

Neowin Deals — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0000

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Surface Laptop Ultra review: It has impressive local AI chops

Steven Parker — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:06:02 +0000

NVIDIA's RTX Spark gives Microsoft's best-built laptop yet with some impressive local AI chops. Its memory bandwidth, a confusing memory split and a lack of anything to do out of the box hold it back. Read more...

Windows 11 64-bit performance boost coming soon thanks to Intel & Microsoft

Sayan Sen — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:20:01 +0000

Microsoft is testing Intel APX support in Windows 11 to improve 64-bit performance and efficiency. Here's how. Read more...

7 Days: Unexpected Linux goofup, AV2 support, and critical vulnerabilities in PHP

Aditya Tiwari — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:20:01 +0000

Our '7 Days' weekly tech roundup brings the juiciest announcements. Read about AV2 video support, unexpected Linux goofup, and iPod easter egg. Read more...

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 Universal Print broken for months, requires manual fix

Sayan Sen — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:04:01 +0000

Microsoft admits Windows 11's Universal Print has been broken for months, leaving users and admins frustrated and forcing a manual fix. Read more...

Denmark has abandoned plans to ditch Microsoft Office after technical problems

Usama Jawad — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:44:01 +0000

Denmark's push to ditch Microsoft Office for a European alternative has hit a setback, and the reasons behind its failure could be related to compatibility and formatting issues. Read more...

Logitech G316 X is a fancy mechanical keyboard, now down to $90.23 (25% off)

Usama Jawad — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:28:02 +0000

Looking for a compact gaming keyboard with premium features? Logitech's latest deal makes this customizable mechanical model more tempting. Read more...

Windows 11 26H2 now available for all eligible 24H2, 25H2 PCs, here's how to get it

Sayan Sen — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 23:50:01 +0000

Windows 11 26H2 is rolling out to all eligible 24H2 and 25H2 systems. Here's how you can upgrade easily. Read more...

Microsoft heard my complaints, Windows 11 finally getting proper Internet Speed Test tool

Usama Jawad — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 22:20:01 +0000

I called Windows 11's internet speed test a glorified Bing shortcut, and Microsoft's latest Insider build gives me a reason to change my mind. Read more...

EMEET C960 Ultra is a great 4K webcam for office pros, now down to just $76 (24% off)

Usama Jawad — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 21:52:01 +0000

Need a sharper webcam for calls and recordings? EMEET's latest 4K model packs several pro-grade features into a compact, budget-friendly design. Read more...

Xbox' first COO has left after just three months on the job

Usama Jawad — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:40:01 +0000

Xbox's sweeping overhaul takes another unexpected turn as veteran executive Helen Chiang walks away just three months after stepping into her new role as Xbox COO. Read more...

Chrome, Edge finally getting a key feature built-in which Firefox, Brave has had for years

Sayan Sen — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:24:02 +0000

Chrome and Edge are finally catching up. A long-awaited privacy feature is arriving natively after years of Firefox and Brave having it. Read more...

Apple Music has a really cool Easter egg for iPod fans

Usama Jawad — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:36:01 +0000

Apple has turned a dead-end Apple Music link into a nostalgic surprise, and there's more hidden inside than a simple error message. Read more...

Grab Microsoft Project 2024 Professional for Windows at 95% Off

Neowin Deals — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 17:00:02 +0000

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Microsoft Weekly: OneDrive + Copilot event, BioWare shutdown, and more

Ivan Jenic — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0000

Catch up with this week's Microsoft stories in our latest recap. New features and improvements for OneDrive and Copilot, EA shutting down BioWare, and more news. Read more...

Apple gives you less than a week to apply for its most exclusive iPhone

Paul Hill — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:42:01 +0000

Apple is taking applications for its Security Research Device Program through October 30, giving vetted researchers rare access to shell commands and custom kernels on a loaner iPhone. Read more...

UK unveils £165M AI Biosecurity Initiative and £60M Cyber Shield package

Paul Hill — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:12:01 +0000

Chancellor John Healey announced a major AI investment package targeting biosecurity, cyber defense, and workforce impacts ahead of the UK's upcoming Budget. Read more...

Valve launches Steam Personal Calendar for enhanced game recommendations

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:52:01 +0000

After a year of testing, Valve has officially launched the Steam Personal Calendar, offering tailored recommendations for upcoming games. Read more...

Asus ZenScreen is a "portable monitor", down to just $99 in latest deal

Usama Jawad — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:20:01 +0000

Need more screen space without carrying a bulky monitor? This Asus ZenScreen deal makes portable productivity more affordable, but the offer won't last forever. Read more...

Microsoft Teams gained a powerful capability, and more are on the way

Usama Jawad — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:04:01 +0000

Microsoft Teams is getting new tools that could change how developers collaborate and how meetings are managed, but not everyone will get access to every feature. Read more...

Microsoft Edge Extended Stable Channel is finally coming to macOS

Usama Jawad — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:46:01 +0000

Edge's rapid release schedule may be creating headaches for some organizations using macOS, but Microsoft is preparing a change that could bring relief. Read more...

Weekend PC Game Deals: Cyberpunk, Tomb Raider, Timberborn, and more

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0000

This weekend's PC game deals include a double giveaway for horror fans, fresh bundles full of sci-fi and puzzle games, and much more. Read more...

AMD Zen 6 benchmark suggests big Windows 11 & Linux performance jump over Zen 5 (Ryzen 9000)

Sayan Sen — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:12:01 +0000

AMD Zen 6 benchmarks suggest we are getting a major performance leap over Zen 5 on Linux as well as Windows 11. Here's why. Read more...

This super-fast 32-inch Sceptre monitor (210Hz) is discounted by 32% for the next few hours

Usama Jawad — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:50:01 +0000

A bigger and faster gaming display may be closer to your budget than you think, and this limited-time monitor deal has a few tempting extras. Read more...

$800 million Xbox IP deal with Netflix collapses after Microsoft pushes for higher payout

Paul Hill — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:20:01 +0000

A massive exclusivity deal between Microsoft and Netflix for Xbox film and TV adaptations collapsed after Microsoft requested $800 million, leading Xbox to pivot to smaller partner deals. Read more...

Windows 11 Future Platforms build 29695.1001 improves Magnifier and fixes multiple issues

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:26:30 +0000

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Experimental Future Platforms Preview build 29695.1001. See what's included: Read more...

Microsoft confirms missing Recall and faster Settings with new Windows 11 Insider builds

Sayan Sen — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:20:48 +0000

Microsoft has released new Windows 11 builds under the Beta channel. It brings some new features and improvements. Read more...

Windows 11 Insider builds bring Quick Settings phone controls and new Start menu options

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:20:01 +0000

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Experimental Preview builds 26340.9767 and 28120.3302 (26H1). See what's included: Read more...

Ditch monthly AI fees with AskAnyModel AI Pro now just $29.97 with coupon

Neowin Deals — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Brings together leading AI models—including GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, Llama, Mistral, and more—under one lifetime subscription, eliminating the need for multiple costly AI plans. Read more...

Apple adds multi-seat app subscription purchases for schools and businesses

Paul Hill — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:16:01 +0000

Apple now allows organizations and schools to purchase multi-seat app subscriptions through Apple Business and App Store Connect, making bulk software deployment much easier. Read more...

Blink Doorbell and camera bundle gets mouth-watering 70% discount

Usama Jawad — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:00:01 +0000

Want to make your home safer without spending a fortune? This Blink security bundle packs a doorbell and two cameras into a deal that is hard to ignore. Read more...

WhatsApp is finally testing scheduled messages on iPhone

Usama Jawad — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:44:01 +0000

WhatsApp is bringing a long-awaited feature to iPhone users, but not everyone will get to try it just yet. Here's what you need to know. Read more...

Google Chrome, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix getting AV2 video support soon

Sayan Sen — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:28:01 +0000

Meta, Google Chrome, YouTube, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video are all gearing up to support AV2, the AV1 successor. Read more...

LibreOffice reveals how Microsoft manipulated the system to standardize OOXML instead of ODF

Usama Jawad — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:12:01 +0000

A 6,000-page specification, sudden voting surges, and rejected appeals. LibreOffice says Microsoft's path to OOXML standardization was anything but fair. Read more...

Spotify confirms it is cracking down on customers who misuse Family plan

Usama Jawad — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:44:01 +0000

Spotify is tightening shared-plan checks, but a new verification step could leave some subscribers facing an unexpected problem. Read more...

65-inch Toshiba mini-LED Fire TV gets massive $200 discount

Usama Jawad — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:55:19 +0000

Looking to upgrade your lounge setup? Toshiba's latest smart TV deal promises a more immersive viewing and gaming experience for less. Read more...

UK council accuses Microsoft of "blackmail" as software fees jump 15%

Paul Hill — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:50:01 +0000

Warwickshire County Council approved a license renewal with Microsoft despite local politicians calling the firm's 15% fee hike "blackmail," while considering future OS alternatives. Read more...

Unpatched Linux kernel vulnerabilities accidentally emailed to public mailing list

Usama Jawad — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:34:01 +0000

Trend Micro's Zero Day Initiative accidentally posted details of six unpatched Linux kernel flaws to a public mailing list, drawing angry responses. Read more...