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Windows 11 update tests better support for emulated apps with ARM64
By Sean Endicott published
More extensions! Microsoft is testing an update to Windows 11's Prism emulation that adds support for several extensions. The additions make it possible for more apps to run on Windows PCs powered by Arm processors.
Best Buy's early access Black Friday deals are live; here are my favorites
By Cale Hunt published
Early deals Black Friday officially kicks off on November 29, but plenty of retailers are already offering significant discounts. Here are some of my favorites.
Microsoft wants you to pay for AI-generated themes in Outlook on Windows, Mac, and mobile
By Zac Bowden published
Microsoft is adding new AI-generated theme support to the new Outlook app across Windows and third-party platforms.
Take-Two Interactive sells Private Division to unknown buyer
By Samuel Tolbert published
💰? Grand Theft Auto owner Take-Two Interactive has sold off the Private Division publishing label to an unknown party, including the rights to its upcoming games.
The best early gaming handheld and handheld accessory Black Friday deals from an ROG Ally lover
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Early Black Friday I use my ASUS ROG Ally X all the time, so I'm tracking down all the best early Black Friday deals on gaming handhelds and the best handheld accessories.
Windows 11's market share hits 35.55% — but Windows 10 remains dominant
By Kevin Okemwa published
WINDOWS 10 ⚡ A new report indicates Windows 11's market share hit 35.55% in October 2024. Still, Windows 10 continues to dominate the category with 60.97% of the market share.
See the best early Black Friday deals on our favorite Windows laptops
By Cale Hunt published
Black Friday Black Friday might be a few weeks away, but our favorite Windows laptops of the year are already on sale. Here are the best deals as well as buying advice to help you get the perfect model.
NVIDIA GeForce Now will soon have a monthly max playtime
By Sean Endicott published
BIG changes NVIDIAI GeForce Now will cap your monthly playtime, even if you pay for the highest tier.
The world's new best CPU for gaming just launched. Here's where you can buy it.
By Cale Hunt published
It's here! AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D — the best CPU for PC gaming in 2024 — is now available to buy. Here's what you need to know, including where to buy and whether it's worth an upgrade.
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