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You Might Actually Be Able to Upgrade Your 'Incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11 for Free. Here's How

If Windows Update says your desktop or laptop doesn't meet the requirements for Windows 11, a bit of work under the hood could make it happen anyway.
PC Gamer

Time is nearly up for Windows 10—but is your Windows 10 PC screwed?

Reading the news about Windows 10's imminent demise on your Windows 10 PC? You might be wondering what will happen to your dear machine from October 14, 2025. The good news is, you don't have to kiss ...
TechSpot

Recent Windows updates break Blu-ray and other protected video content playback on PC

Editor's take: Monthly Windows updates routinely break OS features that many people rely on for their daily computing tasks. Yet, Redmond seems unfazed about occasionally making life harder for users ...
PC Gamer

Former Blizzard president criticises Microsoft for two Xbox price hikes in one year: 'Console price increases are not tariff issues, they are profit issues'

Gaming Industry 'Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is still $19.99 with us': GameStop somehow openly brushes off Game Pass price hike Gaming PCs Best gaming PCs in 2025: these are the rigs and brands I ...
PC World

Want to try the next Windows 11 version? It’s now available to download

Microsoft has uploaded the ISO files for Windows 11 25H2, the next major version of Windows 11. The so-called “enablement package” is also available, which lets you directly upgrade from Windows 11 ...
Windows Central

Is Marvel's Wolverine coming to PC?

Is Marvel's Wolverine coming to PC? The short answer is no, at this time, Marvel's Wolverine has not been confirmed for launch on PC. However, given Sony's recent reputation for cross-platform ...
PC World

Microsoft’s Copilot is coming to inject AI into your Windows PC games

Microsoft will not stop until every last part of your PC experience is full to bursting with “artificial intelligence.” Notepad has AI in it now. Need I say more? Well, I guess I need to, since this ...
Wired

Should You Buy a Chromebook or a Windows Laptop?

All products featured on WIRED are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Learn more. Having ...
ZDNet

The next era of Windows PC has me ready to ditch my M4 MacBook - here's why

At its recent Summit 2025 event, Qualcomm took the stage to announce its next generation of laptop chipsets: the Snapdragon X2 Elite and Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme. I've been closely following ...
CNET

Windows 10 Security Updates Stop Tomorrow, but This Free Program Can Keep Your PC Secure

If you can't upgrade your PC to Windows 11, you should sign up for the Extended Security Updates program ASAP. Jason Chun is a CNET writer covering a range of topics in tech, home, wellness, finance ...
Windows Central

Windows 10 End of Life is here — These are the best Windows 11 laptops to replace your old PC

Your Windows 10 laptop is about to stop receiving important crucial security updates; here are the best PCs to consider as a replacement. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...
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Xbox Game Pass Gets Upgraded Plans, Improved Cloud Gaming, Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics And More Games, But Also Gets Pricier

Microsoft announced the launch of our upgraded Xbox Game Pass plans, designed to offer more flexibility, choice, and value to all players across each plan. Starting today, Xbox Game Pass subscribers ...