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I know I am going to love this Teams mobile feature when it launches

Usama Jawad — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:16:01 +0000

I've had plenty of frustrating moments with Teams calls while juggling work and family life, but an upcoming feature might finally help me out. Read more...

New Windows 11 Future Platforms build adds privacy controls for individual apps

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:45:18 +0000

Microsoft just released the new Windows 11 Insider Experimental (Future Platforms) Preview build 29698.1000. See what's included: Read more...

Apple AirTag 4-pack drops to a new record-low price on Amazon

Paul Hill — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:42:01 +0000

A popular tracking accessory has received a major discount for eligible shoppers, making it easier to keep tabs on everyday personal items for less. Read more...

New Windows 11 Insider builds bring more Search options and refresh AutoPlay

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:25:28 +0000

Microsoft just released Windows 11 Insider Experimental preview builds 26340.9843 and 28120.3393 (26H1). See what's included: Read more...

Microsoft rolls back a Windows 11 design change with latest build but says it's temporary

Sayan Sen — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:25:18 +0000

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

Save 87% on a lifetime license to classic Microsoft Office 2021 suite

Steven Parker — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:00:02 +0000

Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook (classic), and OneNote! Get all these essential Microsoft apps for your Windows PC for a low one-time cost. Read more...

AMD's new 26.10.2 driver fixes FSR Frame Gen and overlay crashes

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:06:01 +0000

AMD's new Adrenalin 26.10.2 driver resolves major crashes tied to FSR Frame Generation, Xbox Game Bar overlays, and more. Read more...

Meta pauses UK policy changes that sparked a competition investigation

Paul Hill — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:50:01 +0000

A major regulatory investigation in the UK has prompted changes to how businesses and publishers maintain control over their content across popular social platforms. Read more...

Microsoft drops eight new official Surface wallpapers, download them here

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:48:01 +0000

Microsoft has released eight new official Surface wallpapers with dark, hardware-inspired designs you can download for your desktop. Read more...

Microsoft Edge getting a feature that will make launching the browser faster

Paul Hill — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:54:01 +0000

Microsoft Edge is receiving a performance upgrade that aims to deliver a faster and more consistent browser launch experience for Windows users. Read more...

Ex Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger bets on breakthrough RAM tech to fix crisis and shortage issues

Sayan Sen — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:28:01 +0000

Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger backs new revolutionary RAM technology, aiming to tackle the global memory crisis and end persistent supply shortages, in the long run. Read more...

Amazon's AWS revenue surges 39% to $46 billion, but massive AI spending drains cash flow

Pradeep Viswanathan — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:26:02 +0000

With full-year capital expenditures projected to hit $220 billion, Amazon's after-hours trading saw shares retreat roughly 7% despite a blowout quarter. Read more...

FromSoftware delays The Duskbloods for making "final adjustments"

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:16:02 +0000

FromSoftware has delayed its Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive multiplayer experience, The Duskbloods, out of its 2026 launch window. Read more...

Grand Theft Auto VI Original Score by Justice lands this December

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:02:01 +0000

Rockstar Games has unveiled a 30-track Grand Theft Auto VI: Original Score composed by Grammy-winning duo Justice. Read more...

The Elder Scrolls VI is reportedly titled Sentinel, reveal coming soon

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:46:02 +0000

Bethesda reportedly plans to re-announce The Elder Scrolls VI soon, finally confirming its full name and perhaps more details. Read more...

Windows Security gets major update for Insiders with modernized UX

Usama Jawad — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:32:01 +0000

Windows 11's security app is getting a makeover, but users may have to wait a while before the changes reach everyone. Read more...

Xbox Free Play Days unlocks Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, Everspace 2, and more

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:16:01 +0000

Xbox Free Play Days returns for Halloween weekend with five games to try, including Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, Everspace 2, and Dead by Daylight. Read more...

Save 88% off on a The Financial Freedom Bundle ft. Sterling Stock Picker

Neowin Deals — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Get lifetime access to AI-driven stock picks, a done-for-you portfolio builder, personalized risk analysis, and Finley, your personal AI financial coach. Read more...

Survival horror game Sorry We're Closed is free on the Epic Games Store

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:04:01 +0000

PC gamers can claim the survival horror game Sorry We're Closed for free on the Epic Games Store until next week, with Flotsam up next. Read more...

Nvidia GeForce NOW adds support for Phantom Blade Zero and Cyberpunk 2077 mods

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:20:01 +0000

Nvidia's latest GeForce NOW update brings nine games, including Phantom Blade Zero, alongside mod.io support for CD Projekt RED RPGs. Read more...

When AI advice turns dangerous, who is responsible?

Ivan Jenic — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:42:02 +0000

ChatGPT allegedly went far beyond answering a health question. Now OpenAI is facing a wrongful death lawsuit over where that advice led. Read more...

Windows 11 KB5127936 gets a much needed Modern Standby hibernation improvement

Sayan Sen — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:12:01 +0000

Windows 11's latest KB5127936 update delivers a a rather useful Modern Standby hibernation upgrade for a smarter, more reliable wake experience. Read more...

Google Chrome getting a new feature that will reduce tab switching

Paul Hill — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:46:01 +0000

Google Chrome is beginning to receive a feature that reduces your need to constantly switch tabs to find important information. Read more...

Windows 11 updates KB5127936, KB5127653 pack enhancements for Admin Protection, WinRE, CLAT

Usama Jawad — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:54:01 +0000

Windows 11's latest preview updates bring several long-awaited capabilities like Cloud Rebuild, CLAT, and WinRE saved Wi-Fi profiles for IT admins, but some features won't reach everyone just yet. Read more...

GitHub Copilot Fusion combines multiple AI models to write better code at lower cost

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:38:01 +0000

Microsoft has rolled out GitHub Copilot Fusion, an intelligent orchestration layer that removes the friction of manual model selection by dynamically routing and combining different models. Read more...

Google takes another step to ensure AI Mode remains a free feature

Paul Hill — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:01 +0000

The step that Google has taken today ensures that AI Mode can be continue to be used by everyone for free, without the need for an upfront payment. Read more...

Google Cloud revenue doubles to $30.7 billion, but AI Infra spending hits $51 billion

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:48:01 +0000

Despite Google Cloud revenue doubling and operating income tripling, nervous investors drove Alphabet's shares down 10% in after-hours trading. Read more...

Microsoft reports record $92.3 billion revenue as Azure hits $33.2 billion in a quarter

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:42:01 +0000

Microsoft kicked off fiscal year 2027 with record-breaking financial results, generating $92.3 billion in revenue and $36.6 billion in net income. Read more...

Modern Warfare 4 Season 1 adds six new maps and a fresh DMZ zone

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:18:01 +0000

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Season 1 launches next week, bringing six maps including Shoot House, new weapons, and the X01 DMZ zone. Read more...

Valve addresses Steam AI slop and clones after Next Fest complaints

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:02:01 +0000

Valve says a "significant number of people" are tackling Steam's AI slop problem, though it refuses to gatekeep which tools developers can use. Read more...

Logitech MK850 Performance keyboard and mouse combo now down to just $72

Usama Jawad — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:06:01 +0000

Looking to upgrade your workspace without overspending? This Logitech keyboard and mouse combo just got cheaper, but the deal won't last forever. Read more...

Apple's iconic glowing logo returns to MacBook Pro after a decade

Aditya Tiwari — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:16:01 +0000

Apple launched the first MacBook with a touchscreen. However, there is something else that might give you a feeling of nostalgia. Read more...

PS5 gets official transparent line of DualSense controllers and console covers

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:03 +0000

Sony has unveiled the Prism Collection, bringing 90s style transparent DualSense controllers and PS5 console covers in three colors. Read more...

Reddit gets a new "For You" feed experience

Usama Jawad — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:38:02 +0000

Reddit is changing how users explore its platform with a new feed experience that brings two distinct ways to browse content, but which one will suit you best? Read more...

KB5127653 preview update now out for Windows 11 version 26H1 with tons of enhancements

Usama Jawad — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:18:01 +0000

Windows 11 26H1 is getting a substantial preview update packed with handy features, interface refinements, and fixes that could make everyday PC use smoother. Read more...

Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Air drops to $200 with 26% discount

Usama Jawad — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:02:01 +0000

Turn your iPad Air into a more capable productivity machine without paying full price, thanks to this limited-time deal on a premium keyboard. Read more...

Windows 11 26H2, 25H2 get very long list of new features in KB5127936 preview update

Usama Jawad — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:46:33 +0000

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 preview update packs plenty of useful changes, bringing new features and improvements that users won't want to miss. Read more...

MacBook Neo gets another price hike for students

Usama Jawad — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:36:01 +0000

Apple's budget-friendly MacBook Neo is becoming less affordable for students as component costs rise. Read more...

Apple finally brings touchscreen OLED to MacBook Pro, but prices jump by $700

Pradeep Viswanathan — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:18:02 +0000

Apple spent over a decade ridiculing touchscreen on Windows laptops. With the new MacBook Pro, Apple has finally reversed its long-standing position. Read more...

Google Gemini 4 Carbon dethrones GPT-6 Astra and Claude Opus 5.5 at a fraction of the price

Pradeep Viswanathan — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:54:02 +0000

Google has unveiled Gemini 4 Carbon just two weeks after releasing Argon, escalating the frontier artificial intelligence race against Anthropic and OpenAI. Read more...