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Microsoft shouldn't ignore this 'Brilliant' Windows 12 concept — featuring a consistent dark mode and improved AI search that leaves Windows 11 in the dust

Concept designer Abdi (AR 4789) showcases the 'Brilliant Windows 12', envisioning what a future version of Microsoft's Windows operating system could look like.

Windows Central

Windows 11 has a new update – these are the top 5 features, but there's also an annoying drawback

I've picked out my top 5 features in Windows 11's new update – plus a frustrating sting in the tail.

TechRadar

Why Windows 95 laptops skipped a key power-saving feature, and how it was 'too risky'

Veteran Microsoft engineer Raymond Chen explains why Windows 95 intentionally excluded a power-saving instruction, fearing it would 'brick' too many laptops.

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Don't buy a new PC for Windows 11 just yet — this lightweight version can save your old Windows 10 PC

Microsoft is ending Windows 10 support this October, but this lightweight Tiny11 Builder is giving old PCs another way to upgrade to Windows 11.

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MacPaw Coupon Codes in September 2025 |

Use these MacPaw coupon codes to save on maintenance software and applications.

Tom’s Hardware

5 things to consider when buying a laptop, from a pro laptop reviewer

Whether you're going back to school or back to the office, I have some hard-won advice on what to look for when buying a new laptop for yourself or someone you love.

Tom’s Guide

Microsoft key resale fight heads to court in the UK — case potentially puts cheap Windows keys at risk

The legality of second-hand Microsoft Windows and Office licenses is back under the microscope as the company’s battle with a UK-based reseller returns to court this week.

Tom’s Hardware

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If Microsoft wins this UK court case it might spell the end of second-hand Windows licenses

Microsoft's defence is to do with "non-program" parts of the OS.

PC Gamer

Windows 11 25H2 update might disappoint if you were hoping for better performance, new report suggests

Windows 11 25H2 is the imminent new spin on Microsoft's operating system, but don't expect any performance improvements.

TechRadar

Former MS engineer Dave Plummer admits he accidentally coded Pinball to run 'at like, 5,000 frames per second' on Windows NT

One whole core for pinball duties.

PC Gamer

Microsoft rolls out AI actions in File Explorer to more Insiders on Windows 11 as Canary Channel continues to play catch up

Build 27938 is now available to Insiders in the Canary Channel, and brings with it even more features that were previously only available in lower-level Insider channels.

Windows Central

"That the game runs at all on your system is a miracle" — Borderlands 4's Randy Pitchford warns of "unplayable" performance if you don't meet the PC system requirements

Ahead of Borderlands 4's imminent launch, Gearbox says the game will be "unplayable" if you fail to meet its PC system requirements.

Windows Central

The Borderlands 4 release date is finally upon us, and I'm stoked — here's exactly when you can play at launch time and enjoy "the return of the looter-shooter king"

The long-awaited Borderlands 4 is finally almost upon us, but when exactly can you play? Here's what you need to know about its launch times.

Windows Central

Microsoft is finally fixing my biggest pet peeve with cameras and Studio Effects on Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs

Copilot+ PC users can now use AI‑powered auto‑framing, background blur, and more with USB cameras.

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Macs under attack from ‘cracked’ apps spreading dangerous info-stealing malware — don’t fall for this

This dangerous Mac malware can steal your passwords, browser data and more, and all it takes is downloading a cracked app or getting tricked by a fake CAPTCHA.

Tom’s Hardware

Early Windows 11 25H2 benchmarks confirm the update provides no performance improvements over 24H2

Phoronix tests Windows 11 25H2 against 24H2, Ubuntu 25.10, and Ubuntu 24.0.3 LTS. But testing shows that 25H2 has no additional optimizations under the hood, matching 24H2 in performance.

Windows Central

Tiny11 update "should" support Windows 11 25H2 on unsupported PCs — debloating Microsoft's new Outlook, Copilot, and more

NTDEV recently shipped a new update for Tiny11, removing "bloatware" apps from Windows 11 with 25H2 support, including Copilot and the new Outlook client.

Tom’s Guide

Want to keep Windows 10? Here’s the one thing you must do before the October deadline

Microsoft is officially ending Windows 10 support on October 14, and if you plan on staying on the OS, there's one crucial way to extend its life.

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Borderlands 4 drops on Xbox this week — plus 19 more new releases Sept. 8–14

Borderlands 4 leads the charge for new Xbox games launching this week, from September 8 through 14, 2025.

Windows Central

I tried WINUX — a promising Windows 11 experience inside a Linux distro, and I think they've nailed it

WINUX is an interesting idea that should make switching from Windows 10 or 11 to Linux much less jarring by offering a very similar experience. And it does.

Tom’s Hardware

Custom Windows 11 builder axes Microsoft's AI features, whack-a-moling Copilot, Outlook, and Teams — new Tiny11 Builder release should be Windows 11 25H2 ready

Windows bloat hater NTDEV has released an updated version of Tiny11 Builder ready for Windows 11 25H2.

Windows Central

I abandoned Microsoft Word for the terminal — here’s what happened

For years, now, I've done virtually all of my written work inside the terminal. Here's why I simply can't let go of it.

Tom’s Hardware

New report blames Phison's pre-release firmware for SSD failures — not Microsoft’s August patch for Windows

The curious case of failing SSDs, following Microsoft’s August security patch for Windows, has once again taken an unexpected turn.

TechRadar

I tested the AI-enhanced Geekom A9 Max mini PC - and the superb performance makes it a must-have pro-grade office machine

Packing in the latest AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 CPU with integrated NPU and Radeon 890M graphics, the GEEKOM A9 Max has plenty to offer, making it an ideal option for professionals, creators, and the latest generation of AI-enhanced enthusiasts.

Windows Central

Dell 14 Plus is a capable mid‑range laptop with one big flaw

The Dell 14 Plus (DB14255) is a plain but capable mid-range Windows AI laptop that mostly gets the basics right, but its display is disappointingly mediocre.

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