Latest articles by Sean Endicott
What's the best app in the Microsoft Store? Microsoft wants to know!
Pick your favorites Microsoft has opened nominations for the 2024 Microsoft Store App Awards. Developers with winning apps will win a limited edition Surface Pro and access to "cutting-edge technology" from Microsoft.
Is Acer's new laptop for 'women and casual gamers' sexist marketing or just cultural differences?
An odd choice Acer unveiled its Nitro V 14 gaming laptop at IFA 2024 but drew criticism when doing so. The company marketed the laptop as for "women and casual gamers," which caused issues.
Intel may lose billions of dollars once set aside by the US CHIPS Act, unless it can get its act together
More bad news Intel is set to receive $8 billion in funding from the US Chips Act and an additional $11 billion in loans. But that funding may be in jeopardy due to the chipmaker's struggles.
OpenAI's latest AI videos prove why it was smart to limit access to Sora ahead of the US election
Limits Two new videos showcase the potential of OpenAI's Sora model.
Your new iPhone 16 can sync images with the Microsoft Photos app on Windows 10, not just Windows 11
Two years after integrating iCloud into the Photos app on Windows 11, Microsoft has shown some love for Windows 10.
My favorite File Explorer alternative just got better, but you won't see the biggest addition in its change log
Third-party file explorer, "Files," received an update recently that adds some handy new options. It also improves the performance of the app when connected to Google Drive.
I never knew I needed this Windows 11 feature until Microsoft snuck it into testing
👀👀👀 Microsoft did not release any Windows Insider builds last week, but the tech giant did roll out a new feature. Check out what's new for the Taskbar on Windows 11.
This Snapdragon X Elite laptop is basically the same price as a PC with a Snapdragon X Plus
no need to wait A massive discount on the ASUS VivoBook S 15 makes the version with a Snapdragon X Elite cost only $45 more than the new entry-level model with a Snapdragon X Plus (8-core).
Samsung hops on the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 train with Galaxy Book5 Pro 360
order up! Samung just unveiled its Galaxy Book5 Pro 360. The convertible laptop runs on an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor and has a 3K AMOLED 2X display.
Windows PCs powered by Snapdragon can now run ExpressVPN
Another one ExpressVPN is one of the first VPNs to support Windows on Arm PCs.
Microsoft PowerToys just added the perfect tool for multi-monitor setups
more power A recent update to PowerToys adds a Workspaces utility that lets you launch a layout of apps through a shortcut. The tool can be used on a single screen or as part of a multi-monitor setup.
Look! No hands! Lenovo's new concept laptop can tilt and twist all on its own, thanks to the power of AI.
Look! No hands! You can swap Lenovo's latest concept PC with your voice or have its screen track you with AI.
Govee lights up IFA 2024 with new flagship light strips and a slew of new accessories
Shine bright Govee just announced a wide range of new accessories and lights at IFA 2024, including the Strip Light 2 Pro and the COB Strip Light Pro.
Dell just announced its Intel Core Ultra Series 2-powered XPS 13, but you should get one of these discounted models instead
Better bargain Dell just announced a new version of the XPS 13 powered by an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor. While that PC is impressive, that model is not the best bargain you can get on an XPS 13.
Qualcomm teases "high performance" desktops powered by Snapdragon X processors
What could it be? Snapdragon X processors will power "high performance" desktops soon, according to Qualcomm.
Dell packed newly announced Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus (8-core) into two of its best business laptops
Budget friendly Dell just refreshed its Inspiron 14 and Latitude laptops with the Snapdragon X Plus (8-core). The productivity-focused laptops promise 45 TOPS of performance at a lower starting price.
How to watch Qualcomm expand its Snapdragon X Series at IFA 2024
Tune in Qualcomm's President and CEO will speak at IFA 2024 about an expansion of the Snapdragon X Series.
Dell's new XPS 13 combines Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors with one of the best features of the M4 iPad Pro
New and improved Dell just refreshed the XPS 13 with Intel's powerful and AI-focused Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors.
One of the best tools for updating your Windows wallpaper is about to get an update
Fly away! Microsoft is testing out new flyouts that will help you learn more about images shared through Windows Spotlight.
How Microsoft 365 excelled my American football team to back-to-back northern championships
365 FTW OneDrive, Excel, Clipchamp, and Microsoft Forms have been key to my American football team's success.
Move over Copilot, this updated app brings the latest GPT models to the Windows 11 desktop
The latest update to Stardock's DesktopGPT brings support for the most recent GPT models and lets you use your own API key.
Microsoft's AirDrop alternative for Android is baked right into Windows 11 — here's how to get it
Early access The latest optional update for Windows 11 adds the ability to send files from a Windows PC to an Android device through Windows Share.
Controversial Windows Recall feature will be uninstallable, or so it seems
Take it off The latest optional update for Windows 11 includes the option to uninstall Windows Recall.
From Flipgrid to Flip to a foot in the grave. Say farewell to Microsoft's standalone education-focused video app.
Bye bye The standalone Flip app will soon be shut down by Microsoft. The app's core features will be migrated to Teams for Education, though some functionality will get lost in the shuffle.
