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Intel releases new Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers for Windows 11 and 10

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:04:01 +0000

Intel just released Wi-Fi driver 24.70.0 and Bluetooth wireless driver 24.70.0. See what's included in these packages: Read more...

32-inch Roku LED TV is ridiculously cheap at $119 (33% discount)

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:00:03 +0000

Looking for an affordable TV upgrade? Roku's compact Select Series model brings a range of smart entertainment features without the premium price tag. Read more...

OpenAI intentionally downloaded book torrents from piracy website LibGen, claims lawsuit

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:14:01 +0000

A new legal filing raises troubling questions about how OpenAI obtained some of the material used to make its AI models so capable. Read more...

Canonical unveils official Ubuntu 26.10 Stonking Stingray wallpapers

Paul Hill — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:58:01 +0000

Beyond the desktop artwork, Canonical's release schedule sets the Ubuntu 26.10 beta for September 24 followed by the final release on October 15. Read more...

Windows 11 users are getting full-desktop ads as wallpapers from Microsoft

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:46:01 +0000

Microsoft appears to be testing the limits of desktop personalization, with some Windows 11 users finding a surprising advertisement where they least expected it. Read more...

Anker Prime Charging Station is very cheap at just $55 (30% off) in latest deal

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:38:01 +0000

Need a cleaner desktop charging setup? Anker's Prime charging station packs serious power and flexibility into a compact, premium design. Read more...

Jellyfin 12 ships with version jump and breaking client changes

Paul Hill — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:22:01 +0000

Beyond versioning changes, Jellyfin 12 overhauls playlists using dedicated SQL rows, integrates native book support into core, and drops legacy API prefixes. Read more...

Arm introduces CSS for Mobile 2 platform for agentic AI

Paul Hill — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:30:02 +0000

Designed for next-generation mobile devices, the platform combines AI-native neural graphics and faster Small Language Model performance. Read more...

Want a calculator in 2026? The TI-84 Evo is up to 46% off

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:28:01 +0000

Have you thought of buying a calculator recently? If so, the TI-84 Evo is currently on a big discount. And you might actually prefer it over all the AI-enabled novelties. Read more...

How to use a GIF as your Windows profile picture

Ivan Jenic — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:20:01 +0000

Did you know that you can use an animated GIF as your profile picture in Windows? Here's how to do it: Read more...

Windows 11 is getting a fancy, native battery widget

Usama Jawad — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 21:04:01 +0000

Windows 11's widgets are getting more useful, and Microsoft's latest work hints at another system-focused addition that could prove surprisingly handy. Read more...

Kingston Fury G5 2TB, 4TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD is lowest priced in over three months

Sayan Sen — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:48:01 +0000

Following the 1TB SSD deal on Kingston's popular NV3, the company is now offering discounts on its 2TB and 4TB Renegade Fury models. Don't miss out! Read more...

Switzerland wants to ditch Microsoft 365, kicks off migration pilot

Usama Jawad — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:54:01 +0000

Microsoft's grip on European government infrastructure is facing another challenge as Switzerland begins testing alternatives that could reshape its digital future. Read more...

Xiaomi unveils new foldable as Apple readies its first foldable iPhone

David Uzondu — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:10:01 +0000

Xiaomi has announced the Xiaomi 18 Fold in China with a widescreen design, powered by its in-house 3nm Xring O3 chip. Read more...

Alleged iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max appears in leaked video ahead of launch

Hamid Ganji — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:46:01 +0000

A newly leaked video shows alleged iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max demo units in Blue and Dark Cherry colors. The real devices are expected be unveiled later this week. Read more...

HP OmniBook 3 gets $100 off on Amazon with a 2K OLED screen

Paul Hill — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:50:01 +0000

Priced now at $599.99, this portable Windows machine comes equipped with 16GB RAM and a 256GB SSD for on-the-go productivity. Read more...

This fantastic AOC QD-OLED monitor is now 30% off in latest Amazon deal

Usama Jawad — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:22:01 +0000

Gamers seeking a premium display without paying full price may want to check out this limited-time deal on AOC's feature-packed monitor. Read more...

Top 5 things I miss most about Windows Phone

Usama Jawad — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:34:01 +0000

Several years after Windows phone's demise, these qualities of Microsoft's mobile efforts still stand out to me as reminders of what made the mobile platform so memorable. Read more...

Microsoft's new command-line tool can help build native Windows apps for free in 30 mins

Sayan Sen — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:40:01 +0000

Microsoft's new agentic tools it has been releasing lately, can let devs publish native Windows apps free, fast, and nearly effortlessly, in just 30 minutes. Here's how. Read more...

Apple M3 series get Asahi Linux support, mostly working

Paul Hill — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:16:01 +0000

Reverse engineering enables Linux on Apple Silicon, expanding hardware compatibility to M3 MacBooks and iMacs with a dual-boot installer. Read more...

If your Nintendo Switch 2 got suddenly banned, here's why

Sayan Sen — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:22:01 +0000

Nintendo was putting the ban-hammer on Switch 2 consoles for no apparent reason. Here's what could have happened. Read more...

Linus Torvalds releases Linux 7.3-rc2 with heavy fix volume

Paul Hill — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:06:01 +0000

Higher-than-usual patch volume across networking, file systems, and graphics drivers could lead to an extended release cycle if activity does not normalize soon. Read more...

This excellent Windows 11 power app is finally native with loads of new features

Sayan Sen — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 23:30:01 +0000

A very useful unofficial Windows 11 power app goes truly native promising a richer experience packed with several exciting new features. Read more...

Lab test shows whether Linux really is faster than Windows 11

Sayan Sen — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 21:06:01 +0000

Is Linux really faster like it feels so compared to Windows 11? A controlled lab test has the answer for you. Read more...

You can now get a stunning 250Hz curved Sceptre monitor for less than $100 in latest deal

Usama Jawad — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 19:18:01 +0000

A high-refresh-rate gaming monitor does not have to cost a fortune, and Sceptre's curved 27-inch display is making a strong case right now. Read more...

The lifetime AdGuard Family Plan is still only $11

Neowin Deals — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Get rid of annoying ads and protect your device from malware with this AdGuard Family Plan lifetime deal, which is available for a limited time only. Read more...

How to enable new Windows 11 25H2 and 26H2 features using ViVeTool

Ivan Jenic — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:00:02 +0000

When Microsoft releases new features to the public, they're not always available to everyone right away. Learn how to enable them using this handy utility: Read more...

7 Days: World's first Wi-Fi 8 router, Brave faster than Chrome, and $500 AI toothbrush

Aditya Tiwari — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:58:01 +0000

Our '7 Days' weekly tech roundup brings the juiciest announcements. Read about $500 AI toothbrush, world's first Wi-FI 8 router, and some legal drama. Read more...

Windows 11's "special" developer edition sounds like yet another marketing misfire

Usama Jawad — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:00:01 +0000

Is Project Zenith really a meaningful new Windows experience, or is Microsoft dressing up familiar features with another confusing label? Read more...

Best new and upcoming Windows 11 25H2 and 26H2 features

Ivan Jenic — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 12:00:02 +0000

With version 26H2 on the horizon, take a look at the most exciting new features Microsoft is preparing for Windows 11: Read more...

Civilization VII Earthrise expansion brings the space race in 2027

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 11:18:02 +0000

Firaxis is bringing the space race and the 2050s to Civilization VII with the new Earthrise expansion and a massive Atomic Age update. Read more...

Microsoft Office 2021 gets unofficial extended support, but it's not free

Sayan Sen — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 04:56:02 +0000

Microsoft Office 2021 gets a surprise unofficial support extension, but here's the catch: it will not be free. Read more...

[Price Drop] Get Microsoft Office Classic and Windows 11 Pro at 92% off

Neowin Deals — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Save almost $400 and upgrade your Windows for a more enhanced UI, improved security, and better multitasking, with classic Office apps. Read more...

Microsoft Weekly: Project Zenith, Xbox Cloud Gaming monthly limits, and more

Ivan Jenic — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:30:01 +0000

Catch up with this week's Microsoft stories in our latest recap. Microsoft unveiled Project Zenith, introduced Xbox Cloud Gaming limits, and more. Read more...

Star Wars Zero Company review: The strategy is strong with this one

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:00:01 +0000

EA's newest Star Wars game is bringing XCOM tactics into a galaxy far, far away. Read what we thought of Zero Company in this review. Read more...

Weekend PC Game Deals: Civilization, Abiotic Factor, Timberborn, and more

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:30:01 +0000

This weekend's PC game deals include more than few packed bundles, an adventure game freebie, survival game discounts, and much more. Read more...

Microsoft confirms official Windows Registry hack for uBlock Origin support still works

Sayan Sen — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 08:52:01 +0000

In a new post, Microsoft has confirmed the Windows Registry hack can still let you use MV2 extensions like uBlock Origin for a while. Additional guidance for IT admins has been published too. Read more...

Nvidia's new hotfix driver fixes Windows remote desktop, browser flickering bugs

Sayan Sen — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:40:01 +0000

Nvidia has published a new hotfix driver update which fixes remote desktop issues, browser flickering, and more on Windows. Read more...

Microsoft unveils MAI-Image-2.6-Flash for faster and cheaper image generation

Pradeep Viswanathan — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:32:01 +0000

Microsoft has now launched its in-house MAI-Image-2.6-Flash model into public preview. Here's what's new. Read more...

OpenAI rolls out GPT-6 Astra across ChatGPT, Microsoft 365, and GitHub Copilot

Pradeep Viswanathan — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 04:58:02 +0000

ChatGPT Enterprise, Pro, and Business Premium subscribers can now access the new GPT-6 Astra model in ChatGPT Work and Codex. Read more...