Intel will no longer make NUC PCs, will pivot to support partners instead
Intel has confirmed that it's stopping direct investment in the NUC business and will pivot to support its partners instead.
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Windows 11 preview update enables Moment 3 features for all Insiders
Windows Insiders in the Release Preview channel are getting treated to a new build that enabled previous features that were in a gradual rollout
Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 22H2 build to Windows Insiders enrolled in the Release Preview channel. This build is a fairly significant one since it enables many features and enhancements to Windows that were previously in the much dreaded gradual rollout. Essentially, this build enables all the features part of the Moment 3 update.
Microsoft is finally killing the awful Mail and Calendar apps in Windows 11
The new web-based Outlook is going to replace the inbox Mail and Calendar apps on Windows 11, starting in 2024 on new Windows 11 devices
Microsoft is finally killing off the classic Universal Windows Platform (UWP) Mail and Calendar apps in Windows 11. The company announced today in a support page that starting in 2024, all new Windows 11 devices will be shipped with the free and new web-based Outlook for Windows as the default mailbox experience.
Google Domains set to shut down as assets get sold to Squarespace
Big news if you're a Google Domains user, as the deal is set to close later this year.
Squarespace has entered an agreement that will allow it to purchase Google Domains' assets. While the news comes as a bit of a surprise, the complete details of the deal weren't published. But one of the major acquisitions of this purchase will be roughly 10 million domains that will be transitioned to Squarespace. Google Domains will begin winding down its business, and although it doesn't explicitly state it, it's expected to shut down the service following the completion of the sale.
Windows 11 beta tests ways to reduce annoying notifications from apps
Windows 11 is now able to detect if you're interacting with a specific app's notification or not and will offer you the option to turn it off
Microsoft is rolling out new Windows 11 builds to Windows Insiders enrolled in the Beta Channel. There's build 22631.1900 for those with new features rolling out and then build 22621.1900 for those with new features off by default. Both are small releases, but the major changes come in build 22631.1900, which tests ways to reduce annoying notifications from apps.
Steam gets massive overhaul that brings updated visuals and exciting new features
A worthy update that brings so much to a trusted and widely used platform.
After many years, Steam is finally getting a major overhaul, bringing a slick new look along with plenty of new features. Perhaps most important is that the underlying framework has been changed, which will make it easier to deliver updates going forward for the Steam Desktop Client, Big Picture mode, and Steam Deck. Mac and Linux users should feel a difference thanks to the new update adding support for hardware acceleration.
Intel shakes up mainstream CPU branding, introduces Core Ultra line
Intel is doing away with the Gen and I designation in its processor branding, and a new Core Ultra series will represent its most advanced processors.
A rebranding of Intel's consumer CPUs has been rumored for some time now, but an announcement from the company today made it official. Starting with Intel's next-generation Meteor Lake chips, Intel will be dropping the "Gen" and "i" branding from its CPUs, and Core chips will be split into two categories: the regular Core series and the new Core Ultra series.
Xbox Game Pass is coming to Nvidia GeForce Now with Age of Empires IV leading the charge
Nvidia GeForce Now gamers can rejoice as Xbox Game Pass titles are making their way to the service at no additional cost.
A few months ago, Microsoft announced that it is bringing Xbox and Activision games to Nvidia GeForce Now. While games from the latter of the two are seemingly on hold as Microsoft works to close its $70 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, the company has stayed true to its word on the one thing that it can do right now: bringing Xbox games to Nvidia's streaming service. Starting today, Xbox Game Pass games are coming to Nvidia GeForce Now, with Age of Empires IV leading the charge.
Latest Alienware and Dell gaming monitors ensure super-smooth gaming
Dell has launched two new Alienware 27 gaming monitors, and two Dell gaming monitors, all of which ensure super smooth gaming
Dell and Alienware have announced a series of new gaming monitors. There are two new Alienware 27 gaming monitors, and also a Dell 25 and Dell 27 gaming monitor. No matter your budget and needs, these displays are designed for super-smooth gaming.
Microsoft Teams is getting collaborative notes in meetings
Collaborative meeting notes are now rolling out to Teams customers and they do exactly what they say on the tin.
Online communication and collaboration is a key focus area for hybrid work environments, and it is important for software like Microsoft Teams to keep up with this demand. Microsoft regularly updates Teams with new features and improvements to continue enticing new users. Now, it has added a very useful functionality to Teams in the form of collaborative meeting notes.
Windows 11 is getting an iPad-like inking experience
The latest Windows 11 Dev Channel build adds the ability to ink directly on edit fields with a pen, a feature iPads have had for a while
Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 Dev Channel build, and a new Windows 11 Canary Channel build. For Windows Insiders in the Dev channel, there's build 23481. Those in the Canary channel, meanwhile, are getting Build 25393, but there are no change logs along with it. The highlight of the Dev channel build is a new inking experience and enhancements to Windows Ink, which should be familiar to those who have an iPad and an Apple Pencil.
Win32 app isolation is now in public preview, here is what it does
Win32 app isolation is a nifty security capability that Microsoft introduced in Windows 11 last month, this is how it works.
At its annual Build conference last month, Microsoft announced the ability to run Win32 apps in isolation on Windows 11. The company didn't go into a lot of detail in its initial blog post, but it highlighted the option to run Win32 apps in a sandbox environment so that the rest of the operating system is secure from potentially malicious software. Now, it has revealed more information about this particular capability, including how it works and fits into the rest of the security infrastructure of Windows.
Razer Blade 14 gets major upgrade with Ryzen 7000 and an Nvidia RTX 4070
Razer has updated its compact 14-inch laptop, adding more power under the hood with a Ryzen 7000 CPU and an Nvidia RTX 4070.
Razer's Blade model laptops are known for being one of the best gaming laptops available. The company's most compact and powerful Blade 14 series gets a refresh for 2023, powered by AMD's Ryzen 9 7940HS and packing Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4070. With all this power, the laptop still manages to come in at just 17.99 mm thin and weighs just a touch over 4 pounds. The new Blade 14 is now available to order and starts at $2,399.99 and quickly jumps up to $2,799.99 with all options.
You can now buy Surface repair parts through the Microsoft Store
Microsoft has announced that customers can now buy repair parts for Surface devices through the Microsoft Store, making repairability more accessible.
Microsoft is taking another step in making its Surface devices more easily repairable. Starting today, consumers can buy repair and replacement parts for Surface devices through the Microsoft Store, making it easier for anyone to repair their own device without going through Microsoft support or a certified technician. Anyone can buy these parts, and repair guides are also available on the company's website.
Groupy 2 is now officially available, adding tabs to all your Windows 11 apps
After a short beta period, Stardock is officially launching Groupy 2, making it possible to add tabs to all your Windows 11 apps.
Stardock, a company specializing in Windows customization tools, is officially launching Groupy 2 today, adding the ability to run all of your Windows 11 apps inside tabs. This greatly expands on the built-in tab feature that's only available for a couple of apps, including File Explorer and Notepad. With Groupy 2, all of your apps can become tabs in the same window, so you can group together apps and tabs based on specific tasks or workflows to help you stay organized.
Windows 10 version 21H2 has received its last update for Home and Pro users
With yesterday's Patch Tuesday update, Windows 10 version 21H2 is officially no longer supported for most users.
The march of time is unstoppable, and all things must come to an end. That includes support for Windows 10 version 21H2, which received its last update yesterday as part of this month's Patch Tuesday — at least if you're running Windows 10 Home or Pro editions. The 2021 update for Windows 10 has officially reached its end-of-life stage for consumers, who will soon be forced to upgrade to version 22H2. That should be nothing to worry about, considering this is an extremely small update.
Microsoft offers workaround for SMB authentication failing in Windows 11
SMB signing was enabled by default in Windows 11 Insider Enterprise editions recently, causing some failures. Microsoft now has a workaround.
Over a year ago, Microsoft announced that it will no longer ship Windows 11 Home with Server Message Block version 1 (SMB1), since it is a very old network security protocol that has been considered insecure for some time and has been succeeded by newer iterations. That said, SMB is still present in Windows 11, and in fact, the company made SMB signing the default behavior in Windows Insider Enterprise builds earlier this month. However, Microsoft has learned that SMB authentication is failing in certain scenarios, and as such, it has now offered a workaround for the issue.
PCIe 6.0 hardware to launch in 2024, followed by PCIe 7.0 in 2027
Although PCIe 5.0 just arrived months ago, it looks like PCIe 6.0 is just on the horizon, and PCIe 7.0 isn't far behind.
The first PCIe 5.0 SSDs for consumers just arrived earlier this year, immediately following the launch of PCIe capable AMD Ryzen 7000 and Intel 13th-generation CPUs. But PCI-SIG, the consortium behind PCIe, already has its sights set on PCIe 6.0. Although PCIe 6.0 is complete on a design level, no PCIe 6.0 devices have yet come out, but in its latest presentation, PCI-SIG says the next-generation data link should start showing up in real devices starting in March 2024.
AMD adds 128-core Bergamo and 3D V-Cache Genoa CPUs to Zen 4 Epyc lineup
AMD breaks records by launching a 128-core server CPU, a chip with 1GB of L3 cache, and a GPU with 192GB of VRAM.
Ever since its launch in 2017, AMD's Epyc server CPUs have offered some of the highest core counts for high-performance server chips. Epyc has gone from 32 cores with the original Zen, to 64 cores with Zen 2, and 96 cores with Zen 4, but Epyc is hitting 128 cores today as AMD launches its Zen 4c architecture, which is designed to deliver better core density and power efficiency than Zen 4. Additionally, AMD is also releasing 96-core Epyc chips with 3D V-Cache, the first CPUs to offer 1GB of L3 cache.
Adobe Illustrator gains new generative AI feature powered by Firefly
Adobe brings AI magic to Illustrator with its new Generative Recolor feature.
Adobe is further leveraging Firefly AI by introducing a new feature for Illustrator. The latest is called Generative Recolor and will give users the ability to "quickly experiment with colors using simple text prompts." Although it is currently in beta, the company hopes that it will reduce tedious processes while also pushing creative boundaries.
New mandatory Windows 11 update adds seconds to the taskbar clock and more
Microsoft is rolling out its Patch Tuesday updates for June, and Windows 11 is getting a lot of new features with this one.
It's that time of the month again — Microsoft is rolling out its monthly set of security and cumulative updates for all its supported products, which, of course, include Windows 11 and WIndows 10. The bulk of the interesting changes are for Windows 11, as you might expect, particularly for version 22H2, which is now getting its third Moment update after a preview release late last month.