Latest articles by Sean Endicott
Blocked PCs with Easy Anti-Cheat can finally upgrade to Windows 11 version 24H2
Windows 11 A bug affecting Easy Anti-Cheat on Intel vPro systems led to a compatibility hold, but those PCs can now upgrade to Windows 11 version 24H2.
“Only slightly better than a coin flip” — most people can be fooled by AI images, says Microsoft study
AI Microsoft’s “Real or Not” quiz shows humans can barely detect AI images, averaging just 62% accuracy.
No VPN? No problem — gamers trick UK age checks with Death Stranding’s photo mode
Gaming Gamers are using Death Stranding to trick UK age verification laws, fooling Discord's face scan system without a real face or needing a VPN.
Copilot’s new animated face raises the question: do we need AI to look human?
AI Microsoft is testing a Copilot avatar that smiles and reacts in real time. Some see potential — others just find it weird or unnecessary.
Trump's NVIDIA remarks at the White House were mocked — but is criticism fair?
Computing President Trump said he hadn’t heard of NVIDIA before learning about its AI dominance, but later praised CEO Jensen Huang as “amazing.”
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says the firm's 15,000+ layoffs are "weighing heavily on him"
Microsoft Satya Nadella issued a statement addressing Microsoft’s recent layoffs. The company has been criticized for laying off employees while achieving success overall.
Microsoft Edge’s settings menu is now too long to fit on most laptop screens
Browsing Microsoft Edge’s menu has grown so long it doesn’t fit on most laptop screens — and there’s no built-in way to customize or clean it up.
NVIDIA’s Arm chips delayed to 2026 — Windows OS roadmap and chip redesigns to blame
Computing NVIDIA's rumored Arm chips for laptops are delayed to 2026 due to Windows roadmap issues, processor revisions, and weaker notebook demand.
SharePoint vulnerabilities allowed hackers to breach US nuclear weapons agency
Microsoft Microsoft SharePoint zero-day flaws were exploited to breach over 50 organizations, including the National Nuclear Security Administration.
Windows 11’s new AI features look great — but not all PCs get the same upgrades
Windows 11 Windows 11 is getting new AI tools, including updates to Click to Do, Relight in Photos, and Perfect screenshot, though some are exclusive to Copilot+ PCs.
Sign-ups are open for a year free Windows 10 security updates — here’s how to enroll
Windows You can now get free Extended Security Updates for Windows 10 for one year, but there’s a catch: you must sync settings with a Microsoft account.
Every single Game Pass title could fit on this SSD
Gaming The Kioxia LC9 SSD isn’t for gamers, but with 245TB of storage, it could theoretically hold hundreds of Game Pass titles, your Steam library, and everything in between.
“Literally no one seems to know anything about this” — Microsoft used China-based engineers to maintain DoD systems with high impact data
Microsoft "Digital escorts” with limited expertise oversaw China-based staff working on systems containing critical U.S. defense data.
Intel and AMD Copilot+ PCs still lag behind Snapdragon in key AI features
Windows 11 Microsoft’s newest Copilot+ PC features are rolling out to Windows Insiders with AMD and Intel devices, but Snapdragon systems got them first — again.
Thousands of SharePoint servers at risk from "ToolShell" attacks
Microsoft Two zero-day SharePoint vulnerabilities are under active attack. Microsoft released emergency patches, but some SharePoint versions remain unpatched.
WhatsApp is killing off its native Windows app in favor of a web wrapper
Apps WhatsApp is replacing its native Windows app with a web wrapper, leading to higher RAM use, design mismatches, and changes to how notifications work.
AI PCs are gaining momentum, but education gaps and trust issues still slow adoption, says Intel
Computing Intel's new survey reveals 87% of global businesses are moving to AI PCs, but adoption is slowed by concerns over training, security, and trust.
HP’s OmniBook X Flip 16 is $370 off — a sweet AI PC for only $529.99
Deal HP’s OmniBook X Flip 16 is now just $529.99 — a 16-inch touchscreen AI PC with AMD Ryzen AI and a 2K screen.
Dell 14 Plus just dropped to under $680, making a great value even better
Deals The Dell 14 Plus delivers standout value for students and remote workers. It's now $420 off.
"The best laptop, period" — grab the Surface Laptop 7 before stock runs out
Deal The Surface Laptop 7 with a Snapdragon X Elite is $919.99, down from $1,399.99. The PC has great battery life, a 120Hz display, and premium design.
Microsoft shareholders demand review of Azure and AI use tied to Israeli military
Microsoft A shareholder resolution demands that Microsoft report on its human rights due diligence amid allegations about Azure and AI use by the Israeli government.
Prime Day is over, but this Seagate Xbox Storage Expansion Card deal is still live
Deal Prime Day is over but the 4TB Seagate Xbox Storage Expansion Card is still on sale.
Surface Pro 11 beats record price — “11 years of form-factor perfection”
Deal The Surface Pro 11 is on sale for $832.99. The 2-in-1 PC has an excellent design, comes in a range of colors, and promises long battery life.
