Neowin

Weekend PC Game Deals: Uncharted, Baldur's Gate, Call of Duty, and more

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

This weekend's PC game deals include several new bundles, a double giveaway of casual games to grab, and much more. Read more...

Watch how Windows 11's new performance feature makes Start, Outlook, File Explorer faster

Sayan Sen — Sat, 09 May 2026 07:22:01 +0000

Microsoft's new Windows 11 performance boost feature has been tested and it looks like the company is on to a winner here. Read more...

Lenovo Legion Go S handheld gaming console is now $150 off (plus more deals)

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 08 May 2026 22:06:01 +0000

If you're looking for a handheld gaming console, which allows you to play the games from your Steam library, Lenovo Legion Go S is currently on a discount. Read more...

Microsoft ushers in next stage of Windows 11 printer driver support in new build

Sayan Sen — Fri, 08 May 2026 20:48:01 +0000

Microsoft has released new Windows builds under the Experimental channels. They bring improvements and fixes. Read more...

Microsoft brings free Windows 11 upgrade, big improvements to File Explorer, with new builds

Sayan Sen — Fri, 08 May 2026 20:22:01 +0000

Microsoft has released new Windows builds under the Experimental and Beta channels. They bring improvements and fixes. Read more...

Intel could soon be making almost everything for Apple according to reports

Sayan Sen — Fri, 08 May 2026 19:46:01 +0000

Apple is reportedly partnering with Intel again to manufacture next gen chips for future iPhones and MacBooks. Read more...

Microsoft's upcoming Edge feature could transform web browsing for millions of people

Sayan Sen — Fri, 08 May 2026 17:52:01 +0000

Microsoft's upcoming Edge feature is interesting for sure as it could significantly improve web browsing experiences for millions of everyday internet users worldwide. Read more...

Buying a Mac for school? Apple now wants proof you're a student

Hamid Ganji — Fri, 08 May 2026 17:28:01 +0000

Apple's Education Store in the United States now requires students and educators to verify their eligibility before making a purchase online. Read more...

Get Microsoft Visio 2024 Professional for Windows now at 90% off

Neowin Deals — Fri, 08 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Turn complex ideas into clear visuals with Visio Professional 2024. Use ready-made templates and shapes, use database model diagrams, link to live data, and collaborate. Read more...

Prime members get Mafia II: Definitive Edition and 10 more games to keep in May

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Fri, 08 May 2026 15:34:01 +0000

Amazon Luna has kicked off its May offerings that bring PC gaming members 11 more games to keep. This includes the second entry in the hit Mafia series as well. Read more...

Microsoft explains extremely confusing Teams meeting recording policy

Usama Jawad — Fri, 08 May 2026 15:18:01 +0000

Microsoft has explained a confusing Teams recording policy that many admins misunderstood, while also highlighting another Teams Premium perk. Read more...

Microsoft announces official support for Visual Studio 2026 with latest WDK release

Usama Jawad — Fri, 08 May 2026 15:02:01 +0000

Microsoft's latest Windows Driver Kit update brings full production support for Visual Studio 2026 and improved workflow stability. Read more...

Sysinternals tools receive major updates

Usama Jawad — Fri, 08 May 2026 14:46:01 +0000

Microsoft has rolled out major Sysinternals Suite updates, bringing new troubleshooting features, usability improvements, and expanded Linux support. Read more...

If you downloaded this popular software recently, you might have installed malware

David Uzondu — Fri, 08 May 2026 12:04:01 +0000

Just a month after hackers used the CPU-Z website to spread malware, another popular app's website has been breached and turned into a malware distribution channel. Read more...

Nintendo is raising Switch 2 price to $500, but not immediately

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Fri, 08 May 2026 11:32:01 +0000

Nintendo has announced a price hike for its latest handheld console, the Switch 2, due to "various changes in market conditions." Read more...

Microsoft says passwords are no longer enough as it pushes passkeys

Taras Buria — Fri, 08 May 2026 11:16:01 +0000

Microsoft is marking World Password Day with a renewed push toward passwordless sign-ins and broader passkey adoption. Read more...

Microsoft Edge is finally bringing passkey syncing to enterprise users

Paul Hill — Fri, 08 May 2026 11:00:01 +0000

Gone are the days of forgotten business passwords. Microsoft Edge is set to revolutionize enterprise security with a cross-device passkey sync that makes logging in both faster and safer. Read more...

This beautiful white AMD RX 9070 XT is a such a good deal for sure

Sayan Sen — Fri, 08 May 2026 08:38:02 +0000

The beautifully designed, stylish white AMD RX 9070 XT offers excellent gaming and AI performance, efficient cooling, and very good value with this deal. Read more...

OpenAI doubles down on cyber defense: GPT-5.5-Cyber limited preview now available

Pradeep Viswanathan — Fri, 08 May 2026 08:22:01 +0000

GPT-5.5-Cyber is specifically engineered for high-risk, specialized workflows. Available in a limited preview for critical infrastructure defenders. Read more...

Microsoft upgrades VS Code with AI agent browser sharing and token optimization

Paul Hill — Fri, 08 May 2026 06:42:02 +0000

Microsoft is changing how coding agents work. From sharing browser tabs to new telemetry monitoring, here is what makes the latest VS Code update a game changer for developers. Read more...

OpenAI Codex can now work directly in Chrome on macOS and Windows

Pradeep Viswanathan — Fri, 08 May 2026 06:26:01 +0000

OpenAI is changing the way we interact with the web by bringing Codex directly into your browser. This new integration allows your AI assistant to complete tasks in the background. Read more...

Garmin Instinct 3 Solar smartwatch is now $100 off on Amazon (plus more deals)

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 08 May 2026 05:32:01 +0000

Solar watches are amazing, because they take care of charging for you. And one great option is currently on sale on Amazon. Read more...

Google's first foldable phone the Pixel Fold 5G is only $450 with this deal

Sayan Sen — Thu, 07 May 2026 21:30:03 +0000

Google's first foldable smartphone, the Pixel Fold 5G 256GB, is now available for just $450 through this deal. Read more...

Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients is overhauling the endgame ahead of 1.0 release

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 07 May 2026 21:30:01 +0000

With the full release on the horizon, Grinding Gear Games is making one final major expansion to the Path of Exile 2 early access version. Read more...

Google adds automatic livestream fallback for adaptive meetings in Meet

David Uzondu — Thu, 07 May 2026 20:40:01 +0000

Google has announced a new feature that will automatically redirect you to a Google Meet livestream if an adaptive meeting becomes full. Read more...

Apple showcases some cool app ideas from Swift Students Challenge winners

Aditya Tiwari — Thu, 07 May 2026 19:56:01 +0000

Apple took to its newsroom to highlight some cool, accessible app ideas from young developers under the Swift Students Challenge this year. Read more...

Spotify releases new CLI tool that lets AI agents create and upload AI-generated podcasts

David Uzondu — Thu, 07 May 2026 19:40:01 +0000

Spotify is expanding its generative AI efforts with a new CLI tool that lets AI agents like OpenClaw create and upload podcasts to the platform. Read more...

Microsoft makes company developer accounts free for the Microsoft Store

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 07 May 2026 19:24:01 +0000

Microsoft is significantly lowering the barrier to entry for its Windows app ecosystem by eliminating the $99 registration fee for company developer accounts. Read more...

Valve cracks down on Steam Controller scalpers, introduces reservation system

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 07 May 2026 19:08:01 +0000

Buying a Steam Controller will require additional steps, as Valve is cracking down on resellers for upcoming stock refreshes. Read more...

OpenAI unveils trio of realtime audio models to power next-gen voice agents

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 07 May 2026 18:52:01 +0000

OpenAI has launched three advanced real-time audio models: GPT-Realtime-2, GPT-Realtime-Translate, and GPT-Realtime-Whisper. These models make AI interactions feel more human than ever before. Read more...

This beautiful modular case from Corsair with three fans is now just $59.99

Taras Buria — Thu, 07 May 2026 18:36:01 +0000

The Corsair 4000D is a well-designed PC case with a modular chassis, three 120mm fans, and more. It is now available for just $59.99. Read more...

Google is killing this very popular app used by more than 100 million people

David Uzondu — Thu, 07 May 2026 18:20:01 +0000

Google has announced that it is "consolidating" its health offerings and, as a result, shutting down two very popular apps. Read more...

Mozilla releases Firefox 150.0.2 with fixes for webcams, PDF viewer, and more

Taras Buria — Thu, 07 May 2026 18:04:02 +0000

Mozilla is rolling out a new bug-fixing update for Firefox 150, patching bugs with webcams, Split View, the PDF viewer, and more. Read more...

Microsoft is giving Windows 11 major performance upgrade by making CPUs work harder

Taras Buria — Thu, 07 May 2026 17:48:01 +0000

A new report claims Microsoft is about to give Windows 11 a big performance boost by straining your CPU a bit harder in specific scenarios. Read more...

AI just took the jobs of over 100 people at DeepL

David Uzondu — Thu, 07 May 2026 17:32:01 +0000

Popular Google Translate alternative DeepL has announced that it is letting go of 100+ humans as it transitions into an "AI-native" company. Read more...

[Price Drop] Headway Premium lifetime plan now 84% off for a limited time

Neowin Deals — Thu, 07 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Gain the world's best ideas in a nutshell! Get 15-minute reads of the best books based on your goals and needs. Read more...

Google rebrands Fitbit Premium and Health Coach as it launches new Fitbit Air

David Uzondu — Thu, 07 May 2026 16:30:01 +0000

It's finally here. Weeks after teasing a screenless fitness band, Google has introduced its answer to the likes of Whoop: the Fitbit Air. Read more...

Xbox Free Play Days offers two games to try over the weekend

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 07 May 2026 16:14:01 +0000

Xbox players can jump into two games this weekend as part of Free Play Days. This includes an open-world survival game and a classic board game. Read more...

Official Windows 11 Registry mod blocks automatic download of 4GB AI model on Google Chrome

Sayan Sen — Thu, 07 May 2026 15:34:01 +0000

This Windows Registry mod prevents Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge from automatically downloading large 4GB AI models in the background. Read more...

Casual games Trash Goblin and Arrenger are free to claim on the Epic Games Store

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 07 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000

The Epic Games Store has kicked off its latest weekly giveaway, and this one carries two titles for PC gamers to claim for free. Read more...