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Got a new laptop with Windows 11 in S Mode? Let’s break down what that means (and how to switch it off if it’s not for you)

Discover Windows 11's S Mode: its security and performance perks, limitations, and simple steps to switch it off for full Windows 11 functionality.

TechRadar

Obscure Chinese PC vendor has the world's first Qualcomm PC out of the gate: QS1 Pro runs Windows 11 Pro, has Wi-Fi 7 and up to 2TB SSD

This obscure Chinese PC vendor has the world's first Qualcomm PC on offer.

TechRadar

Windows Central Tech Awards 2024 — Ranking the top PCs, tools, accessories, and software innovations of the year

2024 was an exciting year in tech. From AI innovations to handheld gaming PCs, 2025 looks set to be even more exciting. Here are the top tech innovations of 2024.

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How to play the latest Xbox games without a console on TV, phones, laptops, VR headsets

How do you play Xbox games without owning an Xbox? No problem, just use Xbox Cloud Gaming

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The 11 biggest tech flops of 2024, ranked – from Windows Recall to the Apple Vision Pro

We’ve picked out the worst tech fails of this year, with our readers deciding on the ranking order for the top flops.

TechRadar

"Is that Instagram photo AI?" Meta tried to police AI fakery in 2024 with an ever-changing policy

Facebook is a great way to connect with friends and family, but AI-generated content is making it a scammer's playground.

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"Bad news is the AI PC and AI smartphone 'supercycle' has more or less been a bust." Copilot+ PCs made a dramatic entrance in 2024, and then their sales fell flat. But are they doomed?

Copilot+ PCs had a disastrous launch and did not meet sales expectations, but are they a bust?

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The New York Times made headlines by suing OpenAI this year, but the case against AI isn't so black and white

The courtroom battle between the New York Times and OpenAI may have a long-lasting impact on how AI is developed in the future.

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Popular Microsoft Office rival targets billion user milestone as it brings together office software, PDF editing, and cloud storage

MobiSystems rebrands OfficeSuite to MobiOffice, unifying productivity tools like MobiDocs and MobiPDF.

TechRadar

In 1999, Nvidia reinvented the GPU. In 2024, it is powering the AI revolution

Nvidia is the brain behind your favorite AI — for now.

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Predicting the (actually very exciting) future of next gen Xbox hardware

An analyst recently said that next gen, only either Xbox or PlayStation will survive as a console manufacturer. Here's why that's silly.

Windows Central

I've been using Windows for 30 years but just switched to a MacBook — here's why I'm never going back

A Windows stan finally relents and hops onto the Mac bandwagon, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t miss the Microsoft experience.

Tom’s Guide

Qualcomm scores BIG win against Arm, can continue to sell Snapdragon X chips for PCs

Arm's lawsuit against Qualcomm seemingly has failed as the latter was not found guilty of using Arm's tech without a proper license. However, the actual fate between the two companies remains unknown.

Windows Central

There may be a Steam Deck 2 on its way, just not Valve's

Lenovo's next-generation, SteamOS-powered Legion Go could make for a great Steam Deck follow-up.

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Xbox has a new "VP of next-gen" and they'll be at CES alongside Lenovo ... but what could it mean for Xbox's future?

Xbox's Jason Ronald, VP of next generation, is appearing with Lenovo at CES 2025. What does it mean for the future of Xbox?

Windows Central

HP's most premium 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC is a phenomenal laptop — if only HP would dial back on the bloatware

The HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 takes over for the iconic Spectre x360 convertible laptop, except now it's thinner, lighter, lasts longer, and boasts more AI features.

Tom’s Hardware

Core Ultra 9 285K is faster in Linux than in Windows – flagship Arrow Lake chip is 6 to 8% faster on average in Linux

Linux might be the better operating system for Arrow Lake CPUs, as the Core Ultra 9 285K runs faster in the latest version of Ubuntu than it does Windows 11 24H2.

Windows Central

Windows Central Game Awards 2024 — Showcasing the best Xbox and PC games of the year

It's that time of year again. Windows Central's team comes together to showcase our favorite games of the past year across Xbox and Windows PC.

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Windows 11 24H2 is the unwanted holiday gift that keeps on giving thanks to Auto HDR game crashes, audio device woes, odd bouts of stuttering and more

Even our precious PC Gamer hardware team rigs have been beset by issues.

This is what Lenovo’s rollable laptop looks like – and it could launch in weeks

The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 is expected to have an extendable, rolling display.

Tom’s Guide

Lenovo teases a new Legion Go with SteamOS at CES 2025 — here’s what we know

Lenovo looks set to reveal a new gaming handheld at CES 2025, and Valve is joining them on stage. This could mean a new SteamOS-powered handheld.

Windows Central

Can Microsoft convince gamers to upgrade to Windows 11?

A new blog post from Microsoft argues that Windows 11 is the best version of Windows for gaming. The question is if the OS has enough features to get people to upgrade or purchase a new PC.

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Lenovo's Legion Go 2 may adopt a killer Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch feature

The past week has been huge for handheld gaming enthusiasts, as the recent leaks and rumors surrounding the Lenovo Legion Go's successors have been numerous. And what we've learned about the Legion Go 2 has us excited.

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This is the budget Windows laptop I’d buy over a Chromebook

It’s more powerful and cheaper than some Chromebooks

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Robert Downey Jr. gave this 'Stark' warning to Hollywood execs over AI in 2024

This year, a different kind of Hollywood blockbuster saw writers face off against AI.

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