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HP shipments plummet 30.9% as memory crunch rocks the global PC market

Paul Hill — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:32:01 +0000

HP suffered the worst drop among major vendors while Dell declined 25%. Surging high-bandwidth memory costs and weaker economic conditions drove the slump. Read more...

This 24-inch borderless Samsung monitor is great for office use, now 31% off

Usama Jawad — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:10:01 +0000

Looking for an affordable monitor upgrade? This Samsung display packs some useful features, and Amazon's latest deal makes it even more tempting. Read more...

Price Drop: Save 87% on a lifetime subscription to iScanner

Neowin Deals — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Annotate and share documents on the go. Turn your smartphone into a verified scanning device with this lifetime iScanner deal. Read more...

Beats Powerbeats Fit drop to $159.95, but ship without a USB-C cable

Paul Hill — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:40:01 +0000

The 30-hour wireless earbuds feature Active Noise Cancellation, transparency mode, and secure-fit wingtips for extra workout stability. Read more...

A longtime favorite media player finally gets a proper Windows 11 look

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:00:03 +0000

And if you don't like the modern look, you can still revert back to the classic version. So, it's a win-win. Read more...

Anthropic's new AI code scanner catches one of curl's worst recent vulnerabilities

Paul Hill — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:26:01 +0000

Core maintainers can enroll by submitting a pull request on GitHub. While reports can occasionally be incorrect, early testers include PostgreSQL and OpenSSL. Read more...

Stop the celebrations, Microsoft isn't removing Copilot from Teams chat list after all

Usama Jawad — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:50:02 +0000

Microsoft appeared ready to simplify Teams' Copilot experience, but the company has suddenly changed its mind. What made it backtrack so quickly? Read more...

Microsoft quietly blocks new requirements bypass trick on Windows 11 26H2

Sayan Sen — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:34:01 +0000

Microsoft shuts down another Windows 11 loophole, blocking users from bypassing system requirements with a simple trick. Read more...

Microsoft veteran explains why it's not a good idea to have multiple AV software on Windows

Usama Jawad — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:04:01 +0000

Think installing extra antivirus software makes Windows safer? A bizarre support case reveals how doubling up on protection can backfire badly. Read more...

Chromium browser update breaks Windows Server RD Web Access over 0.02% traffic

Paul Hill — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:12:01 +0000

Aging C/C++ codebases like libxslt make XSLT 1.0 a memory safety hazard. With usage sitting at just 0.02%, browsers are dropping it entirely. Read more...

Rufus alternative Ventoy brings many Linux improvements, adds SteamOS recovery

Sayan Sen — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:26:01 +0000

The latest update for Ventoy has landed which comes packed with several Linux enhancements. The utility now features SteamOS recovery support, and more. Read more...

I'm seriously considering canceling my Microsoft 365 Family subscription

Usama Jawad — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:40:01 +0000

Microsoft 365 Family's 66.7% OneDrive storage cut in favor of shared Copilot benefits has destroyed its value and pushed me toward cancellation. Read more...

OpenAI boosts GPT-6.1 Sol by 8x and speeds up AI choices 10x with Decisions API

Pradeep Viswanathan — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:14:01 +0000

Following the release of its cost-effective GPT-6.1 Sol model last week, OpenAI has now launched an 8x faster Ultrafast mode across its API, Codex, and ChatGPT Work. Read more...

Angry users taking step against Microsoft after M365 OneDrive storage cut from 6TB to 2TB

Sayan Sen — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:36:01 +0000

Several Microsoft 365 users are thinking about retaliating after OneDrive's storage drops from 6TB to 2TB, sparking outrage. Read more...

Microsoft 365 Family and Premium subscribers will soon be able to share Copilot AI benefits

Pradeep Viswanathan — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:20:01 +0000

Microsoft is changing its Microsoft 365 Family and Premium tiers by extending Copilot AI capabilities to all linked family members. Read more...

Get the latest Google Pixel Watch 5 45mm for $50 off

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:42:01 +0000

If you're in the market for a new smartwatch, Google's latest Pixel Watch 5 is currently on a $50 discount. Read more...

How to bring back Firefox's old interface after the Nova redesign

Ivan Jenic — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:28:01 +0000

Not a fan of Firefox 157's new Nova look? There's still a hidden switch that brings the old interface back, at least for now. Read more...

Samsung Wallet will soon get stablecoin support in the US

David Uzondu — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:28:01 +0000

For millions of Galaxy users in the US, Samsung will soon be bringing support for stablecoin (USDC) to Samsung Wallet allowing you to hold and transfer stablecoins. Read more...

Grab this HP Inkjet printer for just $79.99 (50% off) in limited-time deal

Usama Jawad — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:18:01 +0000

Need a versatile home printer without spending too much? This HP deal could make upgrading your setup much more affordable right now. Read more...

Microsoft warns IT admins to update Windows PCs or lose access to Windows Update services

Usama Jawad — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:34:01 +0000

Some older Windows PCs face a surprising Windows Update cutoff in 2027, but a simple update could keep them receiving updates. Read more...

Trump administration freezes green-card immigration filings for Microsoft, Adobe

Paul Hill — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:18:02 +0000

The freeze targets PERM applications at Microsoft, Adobe, Infosys, Tata, and others under the guise of protecting American wages. H-1B temporary visas remain unaffected. Read more...

Windows 11 is finally getting a widget that people will find useful

Ivan Jenic — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:32:01 +0000

Microsoft continues to improve the widgets in Windows 11. The company introduced a widget users might actually find interesting. Read more...

Super-fast Samsung Odyssey G6 OLED display (240Hz) gets major 36% price cut

Usama Jawad — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:16:01 +0000

Samsung's 27-inch OLED G6 is now 36% off on Amazon, giving gamers a chance to grab a premium QD-OLED display for just $384.99. Read more...

This lifetime AdGuard Family plan is now 91% off

Neowin Deals — Thu, 08 Oct 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...

Microsoft cuts M365 Family and Premium OneDrive cloud storage from 6TB to just 2TB

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:42:52 +0000

Microsoft is making a major downgrade to Microsoft 365 Family and Premium subscriptions. The combined 6TB of OneDrive storage is being reduced to just 2TB shared across six users. Read more...

We were wrong about the new Windows 11 Search experience

Ivan Jenic — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:36:01 +0000

Take a closer look at the redesigned Search experience in Windows 11, which can now do things for you. Read more...

Google Cloud unveils universal Gemini agent at Gemini at Work 2026

Paul Hill — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:48:01 +0000

Google unveiled the agent at its Gemini at Work keynote, supporting a borderless Lakehouse and cryptographically attested identities that act like employees. Read more...

You can play STALKER 2 and ARC Raiders for free on Xbox this weekend

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:32:01 +0000

Microsoft's latest Xbox Free Play Days event unlocks seven games for the weekend, with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and ARC Raiders coming in as headliners. Read more...

Amazon unveils new Alexa tablets with Google Play Store, Alexa+ AI, and premium hardware

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:16:01 +0000

Amazon has officially announced an entirely new lineup of Alexa-branded tablets, offering full access to the Google Play Store out of the box. Read more...

Epic Games Store is giving away a city builder and a horror game

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0000

PC gamers can claim a puzzle city-builder and a horror game for free on the Epic Games Store until October 15. Read more...

Rockstar previews GTA 6 radio stations, confirms on-foot music listening

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:46:01 +0000

Rockstar has given fans a preview of six Grand Theft Auto VI radio stations. On-demand podcasts are confirmed too. Read more...

Vitalik Buterin urges cryptographic caution as AI threatens math structures

Paul Hill — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:42:01 +0000

Fearing automated bots will soon discover crypto skeletons in the closet, the founder warns users to keep funds in fresh, unused addresses and avoid on-chain encrypted notes. Read more...

Mathematicians want OpenAI out of math research, but their argument doesn't add up

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:16:01 +0000

The Association for Human Mathematics (AHM) issued a strongly worded statement accusing OpenAI of violating scientific norms. Read more...

GeForce NOW adds Galactic Racer, Gears E-Day, and Hellraiser: Revival support

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0000

Nvidia's latest GeForce NOW update adds 10 games, including Star Wars: Galactic Racer and Gears of War: E-Day. Read more...

Microsoft creates Xbox XP division to expand IPs beyond video games

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:30:01 +0000

Microsoft has created a new Xbox XP division to expand its IPs into movies, TV, merch, and other areas. There's a new Mojang CEO too. Read more...

Microsoft highlights major advancements in Windows ML

Usama Jawad — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:58:01 +0000

Windows ML is getting a major local AI boost, and the latest changes could make running models on Windows much easier than before. Read more...

Microsoft Edge to retire legacy sign-in on Windows in version 157

Paul Hill — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:34:01 +0000

With this deprecation, Microsoft is attempting to standardize authentication flows across Microsoft 365 client applications. Read more...

The Microsoft 365 Targeted Release channel for Office apps is being retired

Usama Jawad — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:10:01 +0000

Microsoft 365 admins have only months to prepare for a major change to how their organizations receive new Office app features. Read more...

This new free app brings an underrated uBlock Origin tool to Windows 11

Sayan Sen — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:26:01 +0000

Windows 11 users can now have a tool similar to uBlock Origin's, thanks to a new free open-source app. Read more...

Manus raises more than $500 million after Meta deal collapse

Paul Hill — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:02:02 +0000

We still don't have official word on Manus' new valuation, but estimates put it at around $4 billion. This is the first funding round since the Meta-Manus acqusition fell apart. Read more...