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Microsoft clamping down on Windows 11 local account setup — latest Insider build removes 'local-only commands,' skipping Microsoft account sign-in will crash setup process

Microsoft is patching "known mechanisms" used to complete a fresh Windows 11 install without signing into a Microsoft account. It's now even more difficult to use a local account in the OOBE, but the change is limited to a test build for now.

Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft triples down and blocks even more Microsoft Account bypasses on Windows 11 — an online account is non-negotiable

Microsoft is once again blocking the ability to bypass a Microsoft Account when setting up a Windows 11 PC for the first time.

Windows Central

Microsoft is finally fixing Windows 11's unreliable 'update and shut down' option when you have an update pending

The latest Windows 11 preview build includes a fix for the infamous "update and shutdown" bug where your PC wouldn't actually shut down after installing an update.

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Windows 11 vs Windows 10 – the key differences

Get to know your TPM from your Mica and Copilot in our guide to the key differences between Windows 11 and Windows 10.

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Windows 11 Settings app gets major upgrades in 25H2

Windows 11's Settings app in 2025 introduced a slew of changes, including a new "Advanced" page and an AI agent for search. Key additions include Quick Machine Recovery, the ability to show the clock in the Notification Center, more Recall controls, and more.

Windows Central

I reviewed the GMKtec NucBox M6 Ultra - and this mini PC has serious potential for the price

Settled into the mid-range mini PC market, the M6 Ultra offers a step-up in computing power whilst remaining exceptionally well priced. The AMD Ryzen 5 with integrated Radeon graphics is a tried and tested combo that promises performance for office users, creators, students, and even the mid-level gaming community.

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M5 MacBook Pro Could Be Apple's Most Ambitious Laptop Yet — Touch, 5G and OLED on the Table

An M5 leak reveals strong chip performance, potentially matching that of the M4 Max. However, the next MacBook Pro is expected to be an incremental power upgrade only.

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Microsoft’s Windows 11 File Explorer still clunky? My favorite alternative just got a slick upgrade — with real‑time visual feedback on file operations

Windows 11's File Explorer app alternative, Files App, got a neat update in preview, adding new features, including a new "Discovering" Phase and improved "Cancel" button placement in the Status Center.

Windows Central

Microsoft begins rolling out highly anticipated Taskbar feature for Windows 11 power users

Multiple-monitor users will finally be able to open the notification center on displays that aren't their primary monitor with the latest Windows 11 update.

Windows Central

Is Windows about to get interesting again?

Dan & Zac discuss Microsoft's new "Windows 2030 Vision" series, the first of which hints at a potential future "Agentic OS" from Microsoft. What might that look like?

Windows Central

Beelink SER9 Pro review: Great performance in a small and affordable package, with support for a clever dock

The new Beelink SER9 Pro is an affordable premium mini PC with great performance for productivity or creative workflows. It can also do a bit of gaming, and is an all round pleasure to use.

Windows Central

Gamers, don't wait for Windows 10's demise - it's time to upgrade to Windows 11 or even SteamOS

Windows 10's End of Life is upon us, and although there's an option for extended updates, I'd advise gamers to move on now.

TechRadar

I went hands-on with Huawei's foldable laptop, and I'm convinced it's the future of mobile computing

After spending time with the Huawei MateBook Fold, I'm sold on its foldable form factor.

TechRadar

New Xbox games releasing October 6-12: Battlefield 6 is here — and the spooky season continues with this new horror game

Here are all the new games launching on the Xbox Store this week, including Electronic Arts' Battlefield 6.

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Windows 10 support has ended: Here's what you need to do going forward

Windows 10 support ended on Tuesday, October 14. That means Windows 10 PCs will no longer receive security updates automatically, and you must take action to ensure these devices remain secure when connected to the internet.

Windows Central

The Battlefield 6 release date and launch times are upon us, and I'm dying to play — here's exactly when it comes out in your region

At long last, the long-awaited Battlefield 6 is finally coming out soon — and thanks to an official reveal from EA, we now know its exact release dates and launch times.

Tom’s Guide

Microsoft is reportedly developing a dedicated OneDrive app for Windows 11 — here's what it looks like

A native OneDrive app for Windows 11 has been discovered in Microsoft Servers with several new features.

Tom’s Guide

Keychron B36 review

The Keychron B36 is a respectable budget keyboard for office users, but the affordable price comes with drawbacks.

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Redragon Eclipse K720 Pro review

The Redragon Eclipse K720 Pro is a lovely, responsive keyboard for typing, but it’s a gaming keyboard, and there are better options out there for the price.

Windows Central

Google aims new ads at Windows 10 holdouts — but will users really switch to Chromebooks?

With Windows 10 support ending in October 2025, Google is running an aggressive Chromebook campaign aimed at users left behind by Windows 11’s strict hardware requirements. But while Chromebooks offer cheap, secure alternatives, it remains to be seen if they can truly win over Windows loyalists.

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Microsoft is building a new OneDrive app for Windows 11 complete with redesigned gallery interface — here's your first look

OneDrive is getting its own dedicated app experience on Windows 11, complete with a new gallery view and modern interface.

Windows Central

I'm leaving Xbox Game Pass Ultimate in the dust — I just cancelled my subscription and moved to the new best tier instead

The recent price increase to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate has seriously reduced its value, making one of the service's alternative tiers the new best option (if you're able to use it well, that is).

Windows Central

I tested the Legion Go 2 for hours — it improves upon the original gaming handheld except in one crucial way

The Legion Go 2 offers several improvements over the original handheld that help make it the most versatile Windows handheld gaming PC to date. Our review.

Digital Camera World

ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2026 review: new features, same workflow

ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2026 is the latest version of the popular all-in-one photo editing solution with a handful of effective new features.

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Hundreds of businesses beg Microsoft not to kill off free Windows 10 updates

Hundreds of repair businesses, environmental organizations and more ask Microsoft for more free support.

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