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Microsoft mysteriously offered a Windows 11 upgrade to this unsupported Windows 10 PC — despite it failing to meet the "non-negotiable" TPM 2.0 requirement

Microsoft seemingly offered an upgrade to Windows 11 to unsupported hardware, even though it didn't meet the system requirements.

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More gamers can now upgrade to the latest version of Windows 11 — Microsoft finally removes update block

A bug affecting Easy Anti-Cheat on Intel vPro systems led to a compatibility hold, but those PCs can now upgrade to Windows 11 version 24H2.

Windows Central

Grounded 2 PC system requirements show the Xbox Game Pass title is 5 times bigger than the original — but you can run it on decade-old specs

Ahead of its imminent launch, Grounded 2's system requirements have revealed you won't need the best PC specs to play. However, it is quite a bit larger than the original.

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Microsoft revolutionizes Edge as an AI-powered web browser with new experimental 'Copilot Mode' — here's how to enable it right now

Copilot Mode in Microsoft Edge is a new experimental feature that transforms the browser into an agentic AI experience, but it's only free for a limited time.

Windows Central

This free SteamOS plugin is a game-changer for handheld performance – it’s already given my Asus ROG Ally a new lease of life

SteamOS handhelds have received a pivotal community update, with a new Decky Loader plugin improving performance using the Lossless Scaling frame generation application.

TechRadar

Microsoft dubs latest Windows 11 release "most reliable version of Windows yet" — PCs that upgrade will see an improved experience compared to Windows 10

You can expect up to 24% less unexpected restarts and crashes on your Windows PC when you update to Windows 11 version 24H2.

Windows Central

AdGuard joins the Windows Recall backlash party — "Leaving backdoors wide open and hoping Microsoft will always act in good faith isn’t a solid privacy strategy"

AdGuard for Windows now includes a new feature called "Disable Windows Recall," designed to prevent the controversial Windows Recall tool from capturing snapshots of Copilot+ PC users’ activity.

Windows Central

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New Xbox games launching this week, from July 28 through August 3 — Grounded 2 arrives on Xbox Game Pass

Several more Xbox games are launching this week, from July 28 through August 3, including the early access release of Obsidian Entertainment's Grounded 2.

Windows Central

This MSI Creator 16 AI+ shines as the creator laptop for most — but I'd get this configuration instead

The MSI Creator A16 AI+ takes creator laptops for Windows users to the next level, offering impressive performance across the board thanks to its combination of AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX CPU and RTX 40-series GPU power. But prepare to pay a tall price.

Tom’s Guide

Gabe Newell says he ditched Microsoft and made Valve and Half-Life to prove "a better approach to game design" at a time where "there were more people using Doom than using Windows"

"And if I was wrong, I'd have to go back to Microsoft"

GamesRadar

Gabe Newell says he founded Valve after Doom showed him Microsoft 'was missing the opportunity' offered by the internet: 'I was willing to sort of put my money where my mouth was'

"And if I was wrong, I'd have to go back to Microsoft."

PC Gamer

Can't (or won't) upgrade to Windows 11, but afraid to switch from Windows 10 to Linux? This app might make the transition easy

It's still under development, but a new tool called Operese aims to deliver an in-place upgrade to Kubuntu from Windows 10.

TechRadar

7 things you didn’t know your Microsoft account does on Windows 11

A Microsoft account is more than a method to sign in. In this guide, I'll show you several ways the service works behind the scenes on Windows 11, including managing devices, storing recovery keys, syncing settings, and what you need to do to improve your privacy.

Windows Central

How to check your PC's full specifications on Windows 10

Checking the tech specs can be handy when replacing a hardware component or troubleshooting a problem, and this guide will show you how to complete this process on Windows 10.

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This Keychron keyboard has no bells or whistles but streamlines your workflow — and it’s only $44

The Keychron B2 Pro is the ideal solution to achieve a streamlined workflow on a budget with no bells or whistles.

Windows Central

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers developers apologize for one of the worst PC launches in 2025 — "We deeply regret the inconvenience and negative experience"

Steam users are up in arms over how badly Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has been optimized.

Tom’s Guide

I just tested the ultimate budget controller for Xbox and Windows — and it's as powerful as it is pretty

The Turtle Beach Afterglow Wave is a fantastic controller with responsive Hall Effect triggers and a lovely design, and it's perfect for gamers on a budget.

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How big is VALORANT? GB file size explained

Looking to download and play VALORANT? Here's everything you need to know.

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Here's exactly when you can play Grounded 2 — Xbox announced launch times for its release date, and the Game Pass survival game is coming in hot

Xbox and Obsidian are about to launch Grounded 2, a sequel to the beloved survival game, in Early Access on Xbox, PC, and Game Pass. Here's when you can play.

Windows Central

Microsoft makes me hate how much I love its products — so I’m making a fresh start with my new Galaxy Z Fold 7

I'm divorcing myself from some of Microsoft's products and services with my new smartphone, because I'm tired of fighting Microsoft to be a fan of its products.

Windows Central

Microsoft trials redesigned Windows 11 Widgets Board with new Copilot Discover feed — AI curated stories right on your desktop

A redesigned widgets panel on Windows 11 replaces the MSN feed with a new Copilot Discover layout, which curates stories based on your likes using AI.

Windows Central

Microsoft Edge's settings menu is now so big it can't fit on a single screen

Microsoft Edge’s menu has grown so long it doesn’t fit on most laptop screens — and there’s no built-in way to customize or clean it up.

Windows Central

Top 6 new features and changes coming to Windows 11 in August 2025 — from AI agents to redesigned BSOD screens

Microsoft is rolling out a handful of big new features and changes to Windows 11 in the next month, including new AI features and improvements to how the OS handles crashes and restarts.

TechRadar

Microsoft Edge Review: Features, Usage, and Competition

Our Edge browser review will help you decide if its energy-efficient model and lag-free performance is worth the download.

Tom’s Guide

We test so you don’t waste money — here’s how we review laptops, tablets and PCs

From performance to power efficiency, we lab test it all across every laptop, tablet and PC to help you make the best purchasing decision for you. Here's how we test and review computing products.

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