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Apparently Windows 11 becoming 'agentic AI' means letting the bots rummage through some of your files

Thanks, I guess.

PC Gamer · Nov 18, 2025

Spotify app crashing when you play podcasts? You’re not alone – here’s what we know

Spotify users have been struck by an annoying crash relating to podcasts, but it might be fixed now.

TechRadar · Nov 18, 2025

Microsoft warns that Windows 11’s agentic OS could open the door to new security risks, with Xpia malware showing how AI-driven systems may be exploited by attackers

Microsoft is pushing ahead with its plan to add agentic capabilities to Windows 11, but has issued an important security warning for anyone who is interested in trying it out.

Windows Central · Nov 18, 2025

Xbox ROG Ally X Sales Outpace Expectations as Asus Ramps Up Supply

Between Valve’s New Steam Machine and the multiple new PC handhelds released just this year (MSI Claw 8, Lenovo Legion Go S, ROG Ally X), PC gaming is more popular than ever. In the ASUS Q3 Investor Conference presentation (h/t IGN), the Taiwanese manufacturer details how it is facing a…

Operation Sports · Nov 17, 2025

The first Apple Silicon MacBook Air M1 is five, and it really did change everything

Five years ago, Apple unveiled Apple silicon, transforming all Macs and luring me away from Windows – possibly forever.

TechRadar · Nov 17, 2025

A Microsoft VP brought Apple’s new macOS lighting trick to Windows 11 — improving video calls and beating them to the punch

A Microsoft VP built a free Windows app that recreates Apple’s new macOS Edge Light feature, adding a bright ring-light effect that improves video calls on any PC.

Windows Central · Nov 17, 2025

I'm re-reviewing the Xbox Ally after a month of daily use — Everything I love, desperately want fixed, and why it really is an Xbox

The Xbox Ally has totally changed my gaming habits, and honestly, other leisure habits too. But the criticisms are valid, particularly so if you're trying to use this more like a PC than an "Xbox."

Windows Central · Nov 17, 2025

Microsoft exec responds to Windows 11 AI controversy, but glosses over a key reason for all the hate

Top Windows 11 exec tries to put out flames around agentic AI controversy – but rage is still burning out there.

TechRadar · Nov 17, 2025

Microsoft Windows boss posts lackluster response to ‘agentic OS’ backlash — Microsoft is working to address broad problems with the OS

For both your everyday and power users alike, the gap between messaging and actual, measurable action in response to criticism remains stark.

Tom’s Hardware · Nov 16, 2025

Windows president addresses current state of Windows 11 after AI backlash — "We know we have a lot of work to do"

Pavan Davuluri has addressed recent negative feedback about the future of Windows becoming an agentic OS, and says the team is listening and wants the platform to be great for developers and power users too.

Windows Central · Nov 15, 2025