The Windows 10 File Explorer is about to look very different
Microsoft started testing new modern folder icons for photos, desktop, documents, music, and more. The icons replace the ones leftover from Windows 8.1
The best virtual machines
Don't stick with just what Windows or MacOS offers you; expand your horizons with the best virtual machines out there. Here are our favorites for all platforms.
How to pair Apple AirPods with a Windows PC
Those who prefer to blend brands don't need to worry, because Apple's AirPods can be paired with a Windows PC. Here's how to easily make a Bluetooth connection.
Windows 10X has reportedly been pushed back to later in 2021
After rumors indicated Windows 10X could arrive this spring, it's now looking as though Microsoft might not be ready to release the OS until later this year.
How long does your laptop last on a charge? Here’s how to find out
How long does your laptop's battery really last? You won't know unless you monitor its battery life using Windows' built-in tools to keep your device healthy.
These apps use A.I. to automate your life and save you time
Looking for new apps? Get more done with these superb A.I. apps, all of which use artificial intelligence in creative ways to help make life a bit easier.
How to share your screen on Skype
Sharing your screen can be useful. This guide shows you how to share your screen on Skype in several easy steps on PCs and mobile devices, including the iPhone.
How to edit multiple photos at once
Need to batch edit photos, but don't know where to find the software? We've found the best tools for computers running Windows, MacOS, and even Chrome OS.
How to convert FLAC to MP3
Want to play your FLAC music tracks on a device that doesn't support it? You might switch to MP3s which are widely supported. Here's how to convert FLAC to MP3.
The best GIF-maker apps and websites for 2020
Ever wanted to make a GIF using your favorite video, or better yet, be the star of a GIF? Lucky for you, creating GIFs is a lot easier than you might think.
The best free video converters
The best free video converters can render format issues a thing of the past. Converting video with these online or desktop video converters is quick and easy.
How to convert WMV files to MP4
WMV files may have great quality, but they're not as versatile as MP4. Our guide shows you how to convert WMV files to MP4.
Microsoft’s spring Surface event could feature Surface Laptop 4 and new webcam
Microsoft is rumored to be launching a new webcam, the Surface Laptop 4 and other peripherals, at its next hardware event.
Microsoft’s Edge browser gets 41% faster thanks to new Startup Boost feature
Version 89 of Microsoft's Chromium-based Edge browser is taking aim at Google Chrome with Startup Boost, which can improve the browser's performance by 41%.
Microsoft’s Panos Panay on Windows: It’s going to be a massive year
During a prerecorded session at Ignite 2021, Panos Panay made an interesting remark about what we can expect from Microsoft and Windows for the year 2021.
Microsoft’s new Outlook board puts calendars, reminders, and lists in one place
Microsoft's popular Outlook emailing service on the web is getting updates with new features designed to help you take control of your day and meetings.
The best Windows tablets for 2021
If you're looking to run Windows 10 on a tablet, you have quite a few options to choose from on the market. Here are the best Windows tablets that you can buy.
The Keychron K8 is the mechanical keyboard for Mac that (almost) has it all
The Keychron K8 is a cross-platform mechanical keyboard that is feature-rich, yet comes with a reasonable, affordable price tag. Is it too good to be true?
Microsoft Office 2021 includes one highly requested feature
Microsoft has announced that Office 2021 is now officially set to hit PCs and Macs later this year. It will have true dark mode support in Excel and Word.
Microsoft confirms Windows 10 21H1, its first major update for this year
Microsoft has finally revealed the first major update to Windows 10 for this year. It's appropriately named Windows 10 21H1.
Microsoft is setting the stage for the biggest update to Windows in years
In a Windows Hardware Certification Blog post, Microsoft has finally acknowledged this year's first major Windows 10 update, currently code-named 21H1.
You’ll soon be able to ‘react’ to emails in Outlook using emojis
Microsoft is actively working on a new way to reply and react to emails in Outlook in a way that works just like what you're already doing on iMessage.
Microsoft launches new sub-$300 laptops to fight Chromebooks for the classroom
Microsoft has announced a series of new and extremely cheap Windows 10 laptops for classrooms.
Can ARM chips drive innovation in the PC industry?
In an interview at CES 2021, ARM CEO Simon Segars noted that ARM-based Apple's M1 processors are driving new innovation in the PC market.
The next version of Windows 10 is getting an exciting change to the Taskbar
As part of the Dev Channel, Microsoft is introducing a news and interests section in the Windows 10 taskbar, the biggest change since Windows 10 was born.
Windows 7 has been dead for a year, but 100 million PCs still use it
Despite the end of support for Windows 7, a large group of 100 million people could still be holding onto it heading into the start of 2021.
Windows 10X: Microsoft’s upcoming operating system, explained
Microsoft has delayed the release of Windows 10X on dual-screen devices. Rumor has it that Windows 10X might be coming to new single-screen laptops instead.
The next version of Windows 10 might have Parallax 3D effects on the lock screen
The first major change to the lock screen since Windows 8 could be coming to Windows 10. It rumored to be getting support for Parallax 3D effects.
Why 2021 could finally be an exciting year for Windows
2020 was a boring year for Microsoft, due to the global pandemic. But 2021 is shaping up to be more exciting, with lots of new things for WIndows.
Windows 10’s October 2020 update is more than the sum of its parts
The Windows 10 October 2020 Update delivers some small, but refining changes to a nearly five-year-old operating system.
The successor to the Microsoft Surface Pro X could be coming this fall
Microsoft is already working on a followup to the Surface Pro X. It could feature the same design, with new internals and a Microsoft SQ2 processor.
The Galaxy Note 20 brings seamless Android app integration to Windows 10
Galaxy Note 20 series owners will soon be able to enjoy a new 'Apps' feature in the Your Phone app in Windows 10. This allows access for Android apps directly on a PC.
Windows 10 classifies the popular tool CCleaner an ‘unwanted application’
Microsoft's built-in Windows Defender Software now classifies the popular PC Cleaning tool CCleaner as a potentially unwanted application.
Microsoft’s dual-screen Windows 10X devices may be delayed to 2022
To ensure a better Windows 10X experience on laptops in 2021, Microsoft is delaying dual-screen Windows 10X to 2022, according to the latest rumors.