Latest articles by Zac Bowden
Microsoft's cuts to employee headcount are to help pay for more AI infrastructure
AI The Redmond giant has laid off over 15,000 people in 2025, and a report claims it's all in the name of freeing up spending money to invest more heavily in AI infrastructure to keep pace with the ever-growing AI bubble.
Intel Unison ceases functionality, leaving users abandoned
Windows Intel has discontinued its popular Unison app on Windows, which let users sync their phone's data with their Windows PC. Now, the app is encouraging users to switch to another multi-device experience.
The flagship Surface Laptop 7 is cheaper than the midrange Surface Laptop 13-inch right now
Microsoft's flagship Surface Laptop 7 may be a year old, but it's still the latest and greatest from the company. And now, it's cheaper than its new midrange Surface Laptop, if you can believe it.
Microsoft Edge loses Windows 11 visuals in latest update
Microsoft Edge Microsoft Edge version 138 started rolling out last week, and users quickly noticed it's missing an important visual design that was originally introduced specifically for Windows 11.
Apple making a cheap MacBook is bad news for Windows
Windows A sub-$800 MacBook is reportedly in the works, targeting the midrange PC market, notorious for its lackluster hardware. If true, Windows OEMs are in trouble.
Microsoft confirms Windows is still in use on 1.4 billion devices
Windows 11 The company quietly updated a blog post published last week correcting the number of Windows devices currently in use today to "over 1.4 billion," 400 million up from the "over 1 billion" it originally suggested.
Microsoft suggests Windows has lost millions of users since Windows 11 debut
Windows 11 A recent blog post from Microsoft gave us an up-to-date statistic on the number of Windows devices there are the world today, and that number is down by 400 million over the last number it gave.
Windows 11 version 25H2: Everything we know so far
Windows 11 The next version of the Windows 11 operating system will debut later this year. Here's everything we know about it so far, including potential release date, platform changes, and more.
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 version 25H2
Windows 11 Windows 11 version 25H2 is coming this fall, and will share the same servicing and platform release as version 24H2, meaning it will be a breeze to install.
Microsoft kills iconic Blue Screen of Death
Windows 11 The company will change the iconic blue error screen for a simplified black one, and ensure third-party security software adheres to new rules designed to stop bad updates and drivers from taking down OS.
Poll: Will you backup your Windows 10 PC to the cloud for free updates?
Windows 10 Extended security updates for Windows 10 just got a whole lot more affordable, if you're willing to give up your data in exchange. But will you?
Microsoft offers free access to Windows 10 updates through October 2026
Windows 10 Windows 10 users will have the option to continue receiving security updates for free beyond October 2025, so long as they sync their PC with the cloud.
Microsoft announces major update to Windows Recall
Windows 11 Windows 11 is getting an updated Recall app soon that includes a new homepage interface, which showcases recent snapshots and highlights from your most-used apps and websites.
Best laptops with number pads 2025
Updated Looking for a new Windows laptop with a number pad? You've come to the right place. Using our expert reviews, we've rounded up the best laptops with a number pad you can buy right now.
Lenovo Yoga AiO 9i review: The first Copilot+ desktop PC!
Review Lenovo's latest flagship desktop all-in-one is the first Copilot+ all-in-one PC, and it trumps the competition, showing how dire the AiO Windows PC space is.
Here's what's coming in Windows 11's next feature drop
Windows 11 Microsoft's new Windows 11 Release Preview build gives us a good look at what to expect for next month's feature drop.
Windows 11's new GIF maker is now available to test
Windows 11 Windows 11 is getting its own built-in GIF-making tool, and it's now available for testing with Windows Insiders in the Dev and Canary Channels.
Windows Hello no longer works in the dark, Microsoft confirms
A recent Windows update has changed how Windows Hello face unlock works, now requiring a color camera in addition to IR sensors to authenticate you. That means it no longer works in the dark.
Windows Vista's boot sound has returned to Windows 11 thanks to funny bug
Windows Windows Vista's iconic boot chime has made a surprise return in the latest Windows 11 preview builds.
Podcast: Xbox Ally is official, and Aero Glass is back?
Podcast Daniel and Zac discuss the new Xbox Ally and major changes to Windows for gaming handhelds.
Apple's new Liquid Glass is a sorry imitation of Windows Vista's Aero Glass
Windows I watched Apple unveil its new Liquid Glass design language for its software platform, but I can't stop thinking about how much nicer Microsoft's Aero Glass from Windows Vista was.
Windows 11 news and updates for June 2025
LIVE Windows 11 is constantly updating as Microsoft tweaks its operating system and the first-party apps installed by default, so I'm tracking the latest news happening in June 2025.
90% of time is now spent in native Arm apps on Windows on Arm PCs
Arm A blog post from Arm states that 100 of the most popular Windows apps are now Arm-native, and users are spending upwards of 90% of their time in non-emulated apps, marking a significant milestone.
