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Microsoft revitalizes forgotten messaging service with major update that adds AI experiences, chat reactions, and more — you'll never guess which one
By Zac Bowden published
The forgotten chat app GroupMe is back with a vengeance (and AI!)
Windows 11's new Snipping Tool feature will put a smile on your face and emojis on your photos
By Sean Endicott published
👀👀👀 The Snipping Tool on Windows 11 will soon support adding emojis to images and scanning QR codes. The new features are in testing among Insiders.
Windows95man has made it through to the finals of Eurovision 2024, and we are cheering him on
By Jennifer Young published
WIN95 FTW Finland submitting bonkers music to Eurovision isn't out of the ordinary, but their latest entrant DJ Windows95man looks like he could work here, and for that he has our support.
Microsoft is working on a big Start menu update for Windows 11 that includes widgets via new 'companions' feature
By Zac Bowden published
Widgets Microsoft is working on a significant update to the Start menu on Windows 11 that will allow users to display widgets on either side of the interface.
A new update for Windows 11's best File Explorer alternative adds a revolutionary Windows search tool and personalized keyboard shortcuts for easy retrieval of files and folders
By Kevin Okemwa published
LISTARY GOOD The Files app recently received a new update, bumping it to version 3.4. It ships with new features, including background images, shortcut customization, real-time filtering, Listary, and more.
'Oh Frick Go Back' is a new app (by a Linux dev, gasp) that saves you from Microsoft's 'comically bad' Windows 11 Start menu and its intrusive ad campaign
By Kevin Okemwa published
NO ADS!! A programmer who uses Linux as her daily driver recently develop a neat tool that keeps ads at bay on Windows 11.
Microsoft Office 2021 Professional Plus for JUST $15.99? A 96% discount seems too good, but this is a legit deal.
By Sean Endicott published
Almost free A massive discount on Microsoft Office 2021 Professional Plus brings its price down to just $15.99. That deal gives you access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more.
How to enter UEFI firmware on PCs running Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
UEFI/BIOS On Windows 11, you can use the Recovery settings or specific keys on the motherboard to access the UEFI firmware to change settings, and in this guide, you will learn how.
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