Latest articles by Sean Endicott
GitHub is down and taking Copilot with it
Apps If your workflow just ground to a halt, you aren't the only one staring at an error page.
Windows Phone lives (kind of)! This app brings Metro tiles back to your PC
Apps DayFrame brings Windows Phone's iconic Live Tile interface to a modern Outlook replacement built for Windows and Mac.
Microsoft will remove the COPILOT function from Excel
You will no longer be able to use the COPILOT function in Excel after September 14, 2026. Here is why Microsoft is retiring the preview feature and what it means for your spreadsheets.
Windows Wrap: Should the next big Windows 11 upgrade be Windows 12?
Windows 11 Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 11 update brings refreshed Start menu options, Taskbar improvements, and other quality fixes. Is this a missed opportunity to launch Windows 12?
Microsoft finally tests movable taskbar in Windows 11 preview channel
Windows 11 You can now move your Windows 11 taskbar if you're an Insider. That option will ship in just a few weeks to non-Insiders.
Is VLC broken, or is Microsoft Defender slowing down your MP3s?
Apps Opening MP3 files in VLC can take over 30 seconds due to a bug. A well-known game designer argued the issue shows what's wrong with open source software.
Copilot vanishes from classic Outlook, addition by subtraction?
Apps Copilot has gone missing in classic Outlook, drawing joking questions about whether the behavior is a feature or a bug.
This Snapdragon X2 laptop just survived a 17-hour streaming marathon
Computing YouTuber DevonDoesTech ran a 17-hour live stream on the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite.
Snapdragon C Specs: Qualcomm promises massive speed and efficiency wins over Intel’s N250
Computing Qualcomm revealed full specs for its Snapdragon C platform, promising up to 67% faster battery performance and better power efficiency than Intel's N250.
Stardock AltTabby hands-on: A fresh look for Alt+Tab on Windows 11
Apps Stardock's AltTabby brings customizable views, search, and smart grouping to the Windows 11 Alt+Tab experience. I went hands-on with the brand-new app.
Windows 11 still makes ditching Edge harder than it should be, says survey
Apps A new Browser Choice Alliance‑commissioned survey shows Windows 11 continues using harmful design patterns that make choosing a default browser harder than it should be.
Mozilla Firefox and Brave keep uBlock Origin alive on Windows 11
Apps Microsoft Edge will soon lose access to uBlock Origin, but Brave and Firefox have both committed to supporting the extension.
Microsoft Edge’s new Apple sign-in feature shows the company is losing mobile
Apps You will soon be able to sign into Microsoft Edge with an Apple account. The feature lets iPhone users sync bookmarks and history without needing a Microsoft account.
PowerToys brings Copilot+ PC AI engine to Advanced Paste
Apps Advanced Paste in PowerToys is getting on-device AI integration powered by the same engine behind Click to Do and Word rewriting.
The best AirDrop alternatives for iPhone and Windows 11
Apps Transferring files between an iPhone and a Windows PC can be awkward without the right apps. Blip and LocalSend make sending files seamless.
Microsoft will let you uninstall its unwanted OneDrive Photos app
Windows 11 Microsoft plans to release its OneDrive Photos app that rolled out accidentally, but the tech giant will let you uninstall it and have options for admins to manage the app.
Picture passwords are being retired as Windows 11 leans harder on PINs and biometrics
Windows 11 You will soon lose the option to set up a picture password in Windows 11. Existing picture passwords still work, but Microsoft now pushes PINs, biometrics, and passwords.
Massive Dell XPS 14 deal drops OLED model with 32GB of RAM by $1,350
Deals A Dell deal on on the XPS 14 discounts the premium laptop by $1,350. That model has an impressive 32GB of RAM, 1TB of storage, and a 3.2K OLED display.
Microsoft just marked the end of uBlock Origin on Edge
Apps You will soon have to find an alternative to uBlock Origin on Microsoft Edge. Microsoft just confirmed the cutoff for the MV2, which is essential for certain extensions.
Windows Wrap: Microsoft is fixing Windows 11's legacy UI, but it's years too late
Windows 11 Microsoft is finally addressing Windows 11’s clutter, performance issues, and inconsistent design — but the cleanup comes after years of user frustration.
Microsoft won't make Copilot for Linux so a hero stepped up
Apps Developer Hayden Barnes built an unofficial Linux app for Microsoft Copilot. The native app adds system tray support, dark mode, and desktop notifications.
Seagate Xbox Expansion Cards are selling out fast — buy one before prices surge further
Deals Seagate Xbox Expansion Cards are running out of stock at major retailers, with third-party sellers inflating prices over $300. Here is where you can still find 1TB and 2TB models at MSRP.
Lenovo's latest Legion Go BIOS update reportedly bricks handhelds
Gaming Reports indicate the N3CN42WW BIOS update is bricking some Lenovo Legion Go gaming handhelds. Subreddit mods warn users to avoid the update as out-of-warranty repairs cost over $270.
