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I finally tried Windows 11 on ARM after four years of unfairly dismissing Qualcomm's misunderstood platform (and I'm obsessed)

A bargain find on a second-hand Microsoft Surface Pro X has completely changed how I feel about Windows on ARM, realizing my app compatibility fears were utterly wrong.

Windows Central

Where is Windows 12 and can we expect it in 2024?

Windows 12 has been long-rumored for 2024, so where is it? We catch up to the latest news on Microsoft's next milestone release.

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AI Explorer could revolutionize Windows 11, but can your PC run it? Here's how to check

AI Explorer is an exciting feature coming to Windows 11, but your PC might not be able to run it. Here's how to check.

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A new Windows 11 update injects ads in your Start menu — here's how to turn them off

Windows 11 released a software update yesterday that places advertisements on the Start menu, with the changes gradually rolling out to users throughout the week. Here's how to turn them off.

Laptop

Qualcomm responds to benchmark cheating allegations — Snapdragon X Elite/Plus benchmarks claimed to be fraudulent (Updated)

SemiAccurate reports that it has independently determined that Qualcomm's freshly announced laptop chips are being marketed erroneously to consumers and OEMs.

Tom’s Hardware

If Microsoft really IS bringing Steam, Epic Game Store, etc. to Xbox consoles, it needs to answer these big questions

Microsoft's Xbox has a long history of being a closed ecosystem, but that could be about to change. Owing to teases and hints from Xbox CEO Phil Spencer, it's now fair to believe that Steam, Epic Game Store, GOG, itch.io, and other PC stores could come to Xbox. But what…

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What is Snapdragon X Plus? A look at Qualcomm's more affordable Arm laptop processor.

Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon X Plus SoC, a more affordable alternative to the X Elite. Both chips are made for Windows on Arm laptops, and they're expected to revolutionize the space when they start showing up in new PCs later this year.

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What is Snapdragon X Elite? Explaining Qualcomm's new flagship Arm laptop processors.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite is a powerful collection of processors designed to deliver outstanding performance and efficiency for all purposes, including AI. It's expected to revolutionize Windows on Arm.

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PWAs are awesome on Arm — here's why I'm ditching native Windows apps for lightweight alternatives with extra RAM

Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) are a lightweight, web-based alternative to native desktop apps that offer rapid installs and removal on Windows 11, and I love them.

Windows Central

The full Snapdragon X CPU line-up has now been unveiled, and according to Qualcomm's numbers it should put the fear of ARM into AMD and Intel's laptop divisions

Qualcomm has shown the full specs of both its Snapdragon X Elite and the new, presumably cheaper X Plus processors.

PC Gamer

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus: Specs, release date, benchmarks, and more

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite and Plus processors are coming in mid-2024 to try to rejuvenate Windows 11 on Arm.

Tom’s Hardware

Qualcomm reveals the Snapdragon X Plus along with three X Elite chipsets

Qualcomm has confirmed the Snapdragon X Plus and three distinct Snapdragon X Elite SKUs, giving us a total of four new ARM chips.

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Microsoft blocks some PCs from Windows 11 24H2 — CPU must support SSE4.2 or the OS will not boot

Microsoft has added a second system requirement to Windows 11 24H2, this time being full SSE 4.2 support. The good news is that this requirement only affects users who are trying to run Windows 11 on already unsupported hardware.

Tom’s Hardware

An ex-Microsoft OS engineer almost got fired for adding ZIP file support to Windows 30 years ago, but the company has never updated it🫠

Microsoft veteran Dave W. Plummer recently recounted how he added ZIP file support to Windows 30 years ago, and how it almost cost him his job at the tech giant.

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The Glorious Model O 2 wireless mouse is glorious by name and glorious by nature — here’s why

The Glorious Model O 2 is a feather-light yet sturdy wireless mouse with an outstanding 26,000 DPI and a 1,000Hz polling rate for precision gaming, and stunning RGB lighting — all for $99. But it has a few shortcomings which could prove inconvenient.

Tom’s Hardware

Intel CPU-dispensing vending machine game spotted in Japan — one user got a Core i7-8700 for $3

Capsule toy 'vending' machines in Japan can dispense CPUs: One person acquired an Intel Core i7-8700 CPU after inserting 500 Yen (around $3.25) and twisting the familiar knob. The CPU had some issues but appears to work after disabling one core.

TechRadar

Meta’s massive OS announcement is more exciting than a Meta Quest 4 reveal, and VR will never be the same again

The surprise Meta Horizon OS announcement sets it up as VR’s Windows – and that’s both a great and terrible thing.

TechRadar

Microsoft strips Windows 11's Control Panel of another tool - is the writing on the wall?

Windows 11’s Settings app evolution sees the Fonts page’s arrival from Control Panel, furthering Microsoft's modernization efforts while preserving functionality.

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Surprise! Minecraft gives Armadillos AND new Wolves to everyone with latest update, available NOW

Mojang Studios has surprised players by dropping a new content update on all platforms today, featuring both Armadillos and new Wolves.

Windows Central

The best native Windows on Arm apps

Got yourself a new Windows PC with an Arm processor? Now it's time to get to work with your favorite apps! Windows PCs with an Arm processor can run most apps, but some apps will run better than others depending on whether they've been compiled natively for the Arm64 architecture.

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Maximizing Your Academic Edge: Unexplored Windows 10 Features Every College Student Should Use

Exploring Microsoft’s own numbers, we can observe the latest Windows 11 gradually overtaking users’ hearts.

Tom’s Hardware

Tiny11 gets a major update, can now be used to trim down any Windows 11 image

Tiny11 just got a massive overhaul after a year of no updates from developer NTDEV. The new version now runs in PowerShell and supports all versions and builds of Windows 11 (including builds in different languages).

Windows Central

Do you need 5G in a laptop?

5G connectivity isn't new to laptops, but it's expected to become more prevalent thanks to the next generation of Windows on Arm devices headed our way. Do you need 5G, or is Wi-Fi good enough? We can help you decide.

Windows Central

PSA: It doesn't matter if your computer runs on ARM, all of your apps will work on Windows 11

Windows devices running on Arm processors from Qualcomm and Microsoft can run x86 and x64 apps in Windows 11 with a clever trick that means your productivity isn't negatively affected.

Windows Central

Microsoft snuck another ad into Windows 11 over the weekend, but will it be added to your PC?

Windows 11 may soon feature an add for Game Pass within its Settings app. Microsoft started testing the advertisement among Insiders over the weekend.

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