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Still stuck on Windows 10? Microsoft reveals the reasons why you can’t upgrade to Windows 11, and how to fix them

Microsoft has just made it easier for Windows 10 users to find out why they can't upgrade to Windows 11, and how to fix them.

Tom’s Guide

I was the A/V nerd on campus — here’s why creative students should pick the MacBook Pro

As a former college A/V nerd, I explain why the MacBook Pro is still the best laptop for creative students in fields like film, design, and music.

Tom’s Guide

New Xbox games launching this week, from August 4 through August 10 — Mafia: The Old Country launches at $50

Mafia: The Old Country leads the pack for new Xbox games launching this week, from August 4 through August 10, 2025.

Windows Central

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Discover Microsoft’s Exclusive 50th Anniversary Wallpaper: How to Download It

There's a special variant of the Windows 11 "Bloom" wallpaper that's only available on Microsoft's exclusive 50th anniversary edition of the Surface Laptop. But don't worry, we've got it for you here.

Windows Central

Microsoft's exclusive 50th Anniversary Surface Laptop: A hands-on review

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 50th Anniversary Exclusive is rumored to be limited to just 50 public units — but I’ve got one in hand. In this hands-on from Windows Central, I’ll break down what makes it so rare, so striking, and whether that buzz should steer you toward the heavily discounted…

Windows Central

The Battlefield 6 Open Beta is live to preload now — here's how to download on Xbox, Steam, and more ahead of Early Access and its release dates

Preloading for the Battlefield 6 Open Beta has officially gone live on all of the game's platforms. Here's how to download the game on Xbox, PC, and PS5.

Windows Central

It's 2025 and my PC still has no idea what audio devices are connected to it

Can anyone hear me?

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How to enable Secure Boot on PC to install Windows 11

In this guide, I'll show you the general steps to check and enable Secure Boot on your computer to meet the requirements to install Windows 11.

Windows Central

Microsoft yanks the plug on Windows 11 SE, giving school and college IT techs a little over a year to find a suitable replacement

Windows 10 S and RT: "First time, huh?"

PC Gamer

I thought audio driver troubleshooting hell was a thing of the '90s until I tried using Bluetooth headphones with my laptop

Bluetooth headphones, Windows 11, and audio drivers: A match made in hell.

PC Gamer

I spent a week using this AIO and it met all of my creative needs — I can't recommend it enough as a school or family computer

The Lenovo Yoga AIO 27" is a reliable desktop with a built-in wireless phone charging base. It offers solid performance for everything from everyday work tasks to creative projects. But there are a few things to be aware of. Our review.

Windows Central

Valve's SteamOS is slowly but surely replacing Windows 11 for gaming, as more users make the big shift

SteamOS is growing in popularity for gamers, especially those using handhelds, and the new Steam Hardware & Software survey is indicative of that.

TechRadar

Windows 11 bug that "unexpectedly" trolled Apple squashed by Microsoft — Vista startup sound removed

Windows 11 no longer plays the Vista startup sound. Microsoft says it was just a bug, but the timing with Apple’s new UI says otherwise.

Windows Central

Asus TUF A14 (2025) review

Surprisingly great performance from this sleek 14-inch machine.

PC Gamer

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7 reasons why MacOS is even better if you have an iPhone

Apple's Mac line-up offers an appealing proposition to Windows 10 users looking to upgrade, especially if you're already on an iPhone

Windows Central

Discover Microsoft's lost Andromeda: The dual-screen Windows Phone that could have been

Surface Andromeda was the successor to Windows Phone we never got. Now, we know exactly what it would have looked like thanks to leaked images of prototype hardware from 2017 and 2018.

TechRadar

I don't see how Microsoft's Xbox PC app will win me over – especially when I'm obsessed with SteamOS

Microsoft Windows 11 is getting a major overhaul for handheld gaming once the ROG Xbox Ally launches, but I'm doubtful that the Xbox PC app's new 'fullscreen experience' will be enough to drag me away from Valve's SteamOS.

Tom’s Hardware

Battlefield 6's Javelin anti-cheat Secure Boot requirement could kill its Steam Deck support

Battlefield 6 is taking advantage of EA's Javelin anti-cheat system, which enforced Secure Boot and is classified as a kernel-level AC, potentially killing Linux and Steam Deck support before the game launches.

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Microsoft's Windows Recall is reportedly still capturing passwords and Social Security numbers even after its relaunch

Testing reveals that Microsoft's controversial Windows Recall feature is still capturing sensitive personal and financial information.

Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft ending Windows 11 SE support October 2026 — Chrome OS competitor also won't get version 25H2 update coming later this year

Meant for budget student laptops, the OS will no longer receive updates or support

PC Gamer

Microsoft has fixed the only Windows bug I've ever liked: the Vista startup sound 'unexpectedly' playing on Win 11 machines

Instead of nostalgia, I get sadness.

Tom’s Guide

Sure it’s a wired-only gamepad, but the Turtle Beach Rematch Core stuns with its performance — and it costs just $29

The Turtle Beach Rematch Core is a fantastic wired controller for Xbox and Windows. It's responsive, comfortable and features great rumble.

Windows Central

8 new features arriving with the August 2025 Security Update for Windows 11

Windows 11 August 2025 Update for version 24H2 begins rollout on August 12, delivering significant new UI and AI features, including Windows Recall reset and export, new AI actions for Click to Do, Settings app AI agent, QMR, and more.

Tom’s Guide

I review laptops for a living — here's the top 3 I recommend for students

School is starting soon, so now is the best time to consider buying a new laptop for your studies. Here are three laptops we recommend for students.

Windows Central

Windows 11 SE is dead — Microsoft pulls plug on special school edition of Windows for low-cost PCs

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 SE will not get the version 25H2 update later this year, and that support for Windows 11 SE will end in October 2026.

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