Google Search may soon face new OpenAI competition
Google Search is a thing of the past and Gemini Search, OpenAI search, and Perplexity will be the future. At least that’s what the overlords of the internet say.
Next Windows 11 beta may have ads in the Start menu
The next version of Windows 11 beta may be testing ad placements within the Start Menu in the recommended section. Read on for more.
RIP Windows Subsystem for Android
If you use Android apps on Windows, you’re likely using the Windows Subsystem for Android. However, Microsoft has announced that they are sunsetting the service in 2025.
Incase is relaunching its Microsoft PC accessory portfolio this year
Incase, one of the most recognized accessories brands, has announced it will re-launch products from its Microsoft accessories portfolio.
The New York Times goes after Microsoft and OpenAI over copyright issues
The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against Microsoft and OpenAI over alleged copyright and abusing the outlet’s IP.
FTC v Microsoft documents reveal new Xbox Series X console and controller
Xbox just released an updated Xbox Series S and if documents submitted during the FTC v Microsoft case, a new Xbox Series X, Series S, and controller are due out next year.
Microsoft sells Activision Blizzard cloud gaming rights to Ubisoft to appease UK
In a bid to appease the UK Competition and Markets Authority, Microsoft and Ubisoft have announced that the former will be selling off its Activision-Blizzard cloud gaming rights to Ubisoft
How To: Connect Windows 11 to text from your Android smartphone
Usually, a new laptop with Windows 11 will prompt you to add your smartphone at first setup. But if you skipped it, this should help.
Mine Is Better: Ten ways Windows is better than macOS
The Mine Is Better series, where we give ten ways one product/ecosystem is better than the other, Windows versus macOS is up next.
Mine Is Better: Ten ways macOS is better than Windows
macOS and Windows are the two most popular operating systems in the world. Both have their strengths and weaknesses, but there are a few areas where macOS clearly comes out ahead.
Microsoft being investigated by the EU over Office and Teams bundles
Microsoft is being actively investigated by the European Union over its bundling of Office and Teams software.
Samsung and Microsoft announce on-device attestation solution for enterprise
Device attestation can help ensure a device’s identity and health, verifying that it has not been compromised.
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 gets its own Satechi Dual USB-C hub
Satechi has announced its Dual USB-C Hub for the Microsoft Surface Pro 9 – an exclusive hub made specifically for the Surface Pro 9.
Windows 11 may become a cloud based operating system
Microsoft may be considering Windows 11 as a cloud based operating system, similar to how they handle Microsoft 365.
EU Commission clears Microsoft’s Activision-Blizzard acquisition with conditions
The EU Commission has ruled and is clearing Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision-Blizzard after Microsoft made some guarantees surrounding cloud gaming.
The next Samsung Galaxy devices may use Bing instead of Google
Samsung Galaxy devices make up a large portion of the Android device world, and future Galaxy devices may be using Bing and not Google.
Nearby Share Beta for Windows lets you easily transfer files between your PC and Android device
To make things easier, Google has released the Nearby Share Beta app for Windows, allowing you to seamlessly transfer photos, documents, and other files between your PC and Android device.
Ten of the best student laptops in 2023
Student laptops can be tough to purchase; with so many options on the market, which ones are good? Here are ten to get you started.
Microsoft integrating AI into Microsoft 365
Microsoft continues its march into full artificial intelligence integration with Microsoft 365 Copilot. Read on for more!
Microsoft will begin adding Bing AI to upcoming Windows 11 updates
Bing AI is coming to your next Windows 11 update, which shows how much Microsoft has invested in artificial intelligence.
Former Google software engineer: “These AI engines are incredibly good at manipulating people”
AI engines are here, and a former Google software engineer says they are incredibly good at manipulating people.
Windows 11 could soon allow you to control your computer’s peripherals’ RGB settings
Syncing multiple RGB peripherals from different OEMs can be a pain, but a new setting in a Windows 11 preview build could change that.
BardAI and ChatGPT; Google and Microsoft want to make AI your next search tool
Google and Bing embracing artificial intelligence could mean BardAI and ChatGPT are the future of internet search.
Tech layoffs come to Microsoft with 10,000 layoffs
Tech layoffs have been increasing as the economy struggles. Facebook, Twitter, Microsoft, and others have all been laying off employees.
Play games with your coworkers through Microsoft Teams
Microsoft has launched its Games for Work app, which is integrated into Microsoft Teams and makes it easy to play with coworkers.
You can get Microsoft’s Windows Dev Kit 2023 for US$600
Windows Dev Kit 2023 is aimed at developers looking to create applications that can run on Windows PCs equipped with ARM processors.
Report: Google Chrome has most vulnerabilities of any browser in 2022 (so far)
According to a report released by Atlas VPN, Google Chrome is the most “vulnerability-ridden” browser of 2022, with 303 vulnerabilities discovered so far this year.
Netflix announces Microsoft as its technology and ad sales partner
Netflix has named Microsoft its technology and sales partner to help power their first ad-supported subscription offering.
