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Windows 11's handheld mode spotted in testing, and I'm seriously excited for Microsoft's big bet on small-screen gaming
By Darren Allan published
Isn't Windows 11 on a gaming portable the worst? Not for much longer, hopefully, as new handheld mode is spotted in testing.

Microsoft has a plan to give Windows 11 laptops better battery life – and I think it sounds like a winner
By Darren Allan published
Energy saver could become one of Windows 11's best features for laptop owners, promising even better battery life.

Latest Windows 11 update fail brings yet more installation woes – but some other reported bugs have me seriously worried
By Darren Allan published
I don't like the sound of bugs with overheating, and mouse-related glitches, or problems with other peripherals.

Microsoft says Black Screen of Death better 'aligns with Windows 11's visual style' - but I think the new crash screen is missing a key detail
By Darren Allan published
Windows 11's Blue Screen of Death is now black and more streamlined - but I'm worried the simplification goes too far.

If you haven't upgraded to Windows 11 24H2 yet, Microsoft's giving you a good reason to do so - better security
By Darren Allan published
Worried about upgrading to Windows 11 24H2? Microsoft is making it more compelling with a move to tighten security.

New Windows 11 update delivers a host of new features and fixes - here are 4 things I'm looking forward to
By Darren Allan published
The July update has arrived, and it boasts quite a number of new features, as well as important fixes for gamers.

Windows 11 could get AI-powered dynamic wallpapers - I just hope Microsoft doesn't kill off this idea
By Darren Allan published
Dynamic wallpapers could make a comeback - if Microsoft has a bit more conviction about the idea this time around.

It only took four years, but Windows 11 is now the most popular desktop OS - and time is running out for Windows 10
By Darren Allan published
Windows 10 support ends in just three months, so you need to be thinking about your options at this point.

Windows 11 search just got more powerful courtesy of Copilot - and I think this is a great use of AI, even if there'll still be haters
By Darren Allan published
New AI search tricks help all Windows 11 users catch up with Copilot+ PCs when it comes to swiftly finding the files they need.

Confused by a mysterious update that's suddenly appeared on your Windows 10 PC? Don't panic – here's what you need to know
By Darren Allan published
Microsoft is stealthily installing a mysterious update on Windows 10 PCs: here's what it does, and why you need to start thinking about your next move.
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