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This Nvidia RTX 5080 is down to just $1200 with special discount coupon

Sayan Sen — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:01 +0000

Do not miss this offer where you get a three-fan RTX 5080 for a very nice price of just $1200, thanks to a limited-time discount coupon. Read more...

Spotify reportedly removed over 75 million AI-slop songs from its platform

Ivan Jenic — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:40:01 +0000

As users complain about the presence of AI-generated music on Spotify, the company claims it has already removed over 75 million spam tracks. Is that enough? Read more...

Star Citizen Alpha 4.9 brings fresh contracts, combat indicators, and ship fly‑by sounds

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:42:01 +0000

Cloud Imperium Games has a smaller than usual content update ready for Star Citizen fans with this alpha release, with the main event being pushed to August. Read more...

Gamers can now plan ahead with Valve's official Steam 2027 sale schedule

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:14:01 +0000

Almost every upcoming minor and major Steam sale, demo festival, and themed promotion until June 2027 has now been detailed by Valve. Read more...

Microsoft impresses as imperfect Windows 11 shines inside Valve's Steam Machine

Sayan Sen — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:58:01 +0000

Microsoft shines as Windows 11 challenges SteamOS, showcasing impressive performance on Valve's latest Steam Machine platform. Read more...

AdHoc's Dispatch finally lands on Xbox Series X|S later this month

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:42:02 +0000

Xbox players don't have to wait too much longer to jump into AdHock Studio's hit workplace comedy experience Dispatch. Read more...

OneDrive sync client will stop working on Windows 10 in 2028

Usama Jawad — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:04:02 +0000

Your OneDrive files may keep syncing on Windows 10, but a major support change is coming that could leave some users exposed. Read more...

Microsoft releases Visual Studio Code 1.129 with modern UI preview

Paul Hill — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:26:01 +0000

The new interface can be enabled in the settings. It comes with a floating card type interface that's getting popular in web browsers. Read more...

OpenAI launches a $230 physical control panel for managing Codex agents

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:40:01 +0000

While the tech world keeps its eyes fixed on OpenAI's secretive consumer hardware, the AI giant just quietly dropped its first-ever physical device targeting developers. Read more...

Messi or Ronaldo or someone else? Google might have helped finally settle the GOAT debate

Sayan Sen — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:01 +0000

Google's latest research may have finally added a fascinating new twist, helping settle football's Greatest of All Time (GOAT) debate once and for all. Read more...

These particles that aren't even real are ironically challenging what Reality truly is

Sayan Sen — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:01 +0000

These non-real particles are ironically forcing us to question the very nature of Reality and what existence truly means. Read more...

See how the iconic Windows XP Bliss wallpaper location has changed over the years

Ivan Jenic — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:00:03 +0000

Remember Widnows XP's default wallpaper, Bliss? It's only one of the most recognizable photos in history, and this is how the location it was shot at looked over the past 30 years. Read more...

"Fork it or leave": Linus Torvalds fires back at Linux's anti-AI crowd

David Uzondu — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:52:01 +0000

Linus Torvalds has little sympathy for Linux contributors pushing back against AI, telling those unhappy with the shift that they know where the door is. Read more...

Windows 11 gets new registry policy to give IT admins more control

Usama Jawad — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:58:01 +0000

A small but potentially impactful addition in July's Windows 11 updates gives organizations another way to tailor their managed experiences. Read more...

Modern Warfare 4 is ditching weapon bloom in major gunplay overhaul, here's why

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:42:01 +0000

Infinity Ward's newest developer update for its next Call of Duty game is focused on its ongoing work on the shooter's gunplay. Read more...

Microsoft is ending support for some versions of Windows 10 and 11 soon

Usama Jawad — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:26:02 +0000

The countdown has begun for two aging Windows releases, with Microsoft urging affected users to move before support runs out. Read more...

Elden Ring studio's next game is getting a closed playtest soon, here's how to get in

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:10:01 +0000

FromSoftware is almost ready to let players try out its next action game, with a closed test soon kicking off on the Switch 2. Read more...

This useful unofficial Windows 11 app gets a significant upgrade you should feel immediately

Sayan Sen — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:54:01 +0000

This useful unofficial Windows 11 app has received a significant upgrade, delivering faster performance and smoother functionality that users should feel immediately. Read more...

OnePlus is reportedly planning to pull out of the U.S. and European markets

Hamid Ganji — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:38:01 +0000

OnePlus, a brand once called a flagship killer, is reportedly leaving the U.S. and European markets. It might also cease its operations in India soon. Read more...

Microsoft fixes a confusing Recycle Bin bug in Windows with the latest update

Ivan Jenic — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:22:01 +0000

A strange bug with the Recycle Bin in Windows was confusing users. Microsoft has delivered a fix for it. Read more...

This PDNob Pro PDF Editor deal is just $39.97 with a coupon

Neowin Deals — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Edit, Convert & Chat with PDFs Using AI OCR, 6000 AI Credits and Lifetime Access with No Adobe Subscription Required. Read more...

Here's how to update every app on your Windows PC with a single command

Ivan Jenic — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:20:01 +0000

Are you regularly forgetting to update apps on your PC, because it's too time-consuming? There's a much simpler way. Read more...

Jabra Evolve3 75 Bluetooth headset with mic, wireless charging stand is now on sale

Fiza Ali — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:32:01 +0000

The Jabra Evolve3 75 on-ear wireless Bluetooth headset with mic and wireless charging stand is now selling at an 18% discount. Read more...

Amazon Leo beats SpaceX Starlink to South Africa

Paul Hill — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:50:01 +0000

It is partnering with South Africa's largest ISP, Herotel, to help connect rural populations who are hard to reach otherwise. Read more...

Windows 11 KB5101650, KB5094126 fixes major flaw that went unnoticed for over 10 years

Sayan Sen — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:34:01 +0000

Windows 11 updates KB5101650 and KB5094126 fix a critical security flaw that remained undetected and unresolved for more than 10 years. Read more...

UK government to introduce social media curfew and addictive feature ban for teens

Paul Hill — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:36:02 +0000

These measures will transition kids to full social media access after graduating from the social media ban for under-16s. Read more...

Windows Server vNext Preview Build 29621 is out, here's what's new

Usama Jawad — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:24:01 +0000

Microsoft's latest Windows Server Insider build packs several major upgrades, but early adopters should keep a few important limitations in mind. Read more...

Microsoft announces Trusted Launch for virtual machines in Windows Server Insider Preview

Usama Jawad — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:44:01 +0000

A major security upgrade has arrived for Windows Server Insider VMs, but some expected Trusted Launch features are still missing. Read more...

Samsung introduces Flex Titanium display technology for its next Galaxy foldables

Fiza Ali — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:28:01 +0000

Before unveiling its next Galaxy foldables, Samsung has shared a closer look at the display technology powering them. Read more...

Microsoft blocks Patch Tuesday update for some Dell PCs due to performance issues

Usama Jawad — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:02:01 +0000

The latest Windows 11 Patch Tuesday release is no longer reaching some Dell devices after a newly discovered compatibility problem. Read more...

Microsoft's Snapdragon X2-powered Surface devices are now available for businesses

Pradeep Viswanathan — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:32:01 +0000

Aimed directly at corporate environments, Microsoft is announcing the availability of the Snapdragon X2-powered Surface Pro for Business (12th Edition) and Surface Laptop for Business (8th Edition). Read more...

Windows 10/11 July Patch Tuesday fixes a colossal 570 vulnerabilities

Paul Hill — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:14:01 +0000

Windows 11 users should apply the Patch Tuesday update this month as it fixes 570 vulnerabilities that could be exploited by hackers. Read more...

Microsoft ships Exchange Server 2016 and 2019 security updates with key admin guidance

Usama Jawad — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:40:01 +0000

Microsoft's latest Exchange Server security updates fix a critical flaw, but IT admins should be aware of a rollback step and a known issue before deploying. Read more...

Anker's premium 14-port Prime Docking Station just got a major discount

Karthik Mudaliar — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:24:01 +0000

Anker's premium 14-port dock is heavily discounted, packing high-speed USB, dual-display output, wired networking, audio, and extensive charging support. Read more...

Samsung explains how its new 990 non-PRO NVMe SSD is better than the 990 PRO

Sayan Sen — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:16:01 +0000

Samsung has launched its new 990 non-PRO NVMe SSD, highlighting its major advantage over the premium 990 PRO SSD. Read more...

User loses 25 years of data after a Microsoft account hack, with no way back

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:56:01 +0000

Two things not enough people do, securing online accounts and reading the terms and conditions, just cost one user 25 years of data. Read more...

Google Images is getting a visual refresh as it turns 25

David Uzondu — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:08:01 +0000

Google Images was launched about 25 years ago, and now, to celebrate, Google has started rolling out a revamped UI and a new feature. Read more...

iPad mini 8 with OLED display to launch by the end of 2026, leaker claims

Hamid Ganji — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:38:01 +0000

A recent report suggests that Apple is gearing up to unveil the iPad mini 8 before the end of 2026. The device is said to feature an OLED display instead of an LCD panel. Read more...

Windows 10 KB5099539 July 2026 Cumulative Update is now available for download

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:22:01 +0000

Microsoft has released the July 2026 Patch Tuesday cumulative updates for Windows 10 under KB5099539. Here's what's included: Read more...

Windows 11 KB5101650, KB5099414 July 2026 Patch Tuesday updates now available to download

Sayan Sen — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:05:25 +0000

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 KB5101650 and KB5099414 for July 2026. Here's what's included. Read more...