About João Carrasqueira
I've been covering the tech world for over 5 years, with a heavy focus on laptops and the Windows ecosystem. I also love all things tech and videogames, especially Nintendo, which I'm always happy to talk about.
What was your first computer?
It's been a long time, but I remember having an old Compaq desktop PC running Windows XP, which was the family computer in my house. It had a 20GB hard drive and, if my memory serves, 512MB of RAM, yet it allowed me to play some of the games I remember most fondly, such as Rollcage and Lego Racers.
How long have you been interested in technology?
I've been interested in tech for as long as I can remember, whether it's computers or phones. I'd always look for ways to enhance the performance of my computer or try new versions of Windows, and I joined the Windows Insider Program the day the first build was released.
What tech products or categories are you most passionate about?
I love all things tech, and Windows has always been my home, so both software and hardware are things that interest me deeply. I'm also a huge fan of console gaming, with a big focus on Nintendo, whose games have a level of charm that most other companies don't replicate, despite their lesser technical prowess.
Latest Articles
Windows 11 only allows admins to print in certain situations
Microsoft has acknowledged an issue with Windows 11 where users may be asked for administrator privileges to print using a print server.
It's now been a couple of weeks since Windows 11 launched, and as you may know, it came with a few known issues. One of those issues affects AMD processors, reducing the performance of the L3 cache in those CPUs. Many known issues in the initial Windows 11 release have been fixed with a recent cumulative update for Windows Insiders, but there's one known issue that has still slipped through the cracks. As noted on a Microsoft support page (via BleepingComputer), there may be certain situations where only administrators of a PC are allowed to print documents on Windows 11.
Windows Insiders get fix for AMD performance issues on Windows 11
Microsoft has rolled out a new cumulative update for Insiders running Windows 11, with a fix for a performance issue on AMD processors.
As you may already know, Windows 11 launched with a bug that caused AMD processors to perform worse on the new operating system. Then when this week's Patch Tuesday updates rolled out, it seemed that the issues got even worse. Now, Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview channels can grab Windows 11 build 22000.282, which contains a fix for the L3 cache issue that was affecting AMD processors in the original Windows 11 release. As previously reported, the issue with L3 cache was causing memory access to have additional latency, so applications that depended on memory access speeds could be as much as 15% slower on the original release of Windows 11.
Users are not happy with the new Windows 11 emojis, and for good reason
The new emojis included in the latest Windows 11 build don't match what Microsoft originally showed, and fans are disappointed.
Yesterday, Microsoft released Windows 11 build 22478 to Windows Insiders in the Dev channel. The headlining feature of the build was that it included brand-new emoji. Specifically, these new emojis had been revealed back in July, and they were said to be coming to all of Microsoft's products, including Windows 11. As it turns out, the new emoji only kind of came to Windows 11, and users are not happy.
Alienware's new Aurora desktop gaming PC is cooler and quieter
Dell is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Alienware brand with the announcement of the new, redesigned Alienware Aurora.
October 15th marks the 25th anniversary of Dell's Alienware brand, one of the most iconic brands of gaming PCs we know today. To celebrate the occasion, Dell is announcing a new version of the Alienware Aurora, its flagship gaming desktop. This new version boasts an all-new design with improved thermal performance.
Windows 11 leaked screenshots showcase multi-instance support for Android apps
A leaked screenshot of Android apps running on Windows 11 appears to confirm multi-instance support, but you still can't try them.
Ever since Microsoft announced Windows 11 in June of this year, we've been expecting support for Android apps to arrive. While the feature ended up not launching alongside Windows 11 itself, Windows Insiders are supposed to be able to test it in the coming months. In the meantime, screenshots of Android apps running on Windows 11 were recently spotted online, and they seem to confirm multi-instance support.
AMD launches new Radeon RX 6600 GPU for 1080p gamers
AMD has launched a new mid-range GPU, the Radeon RX 6600, delivering high frame rates for 1080p gamers at an affordable price.
While it's still hard to get a hold of the latest high-end GPUs from NVIDIA and AMD, the red team has just launched a new mid-range GPU. The new AMD Radeon RX 6600 is aimed at gamers who are still used to playing at 1080p but still want high refresh rates.
Dell's new Latitude rugged laptops can withstand almost anything
Dell has announced two new rugged laptops, the Latitude 5430 Rugged and Latitude 7330 Rugged Extreme, meant to withstand harsh environments.
Dell has announced a couple of new rugged laptops in its Latitude lineup for businesses. The new Dell Latitude 5430 Rugged and the Dell Latitude 7330 Rugged Extreme come with designs that can withstand just about anything, as well as high-end specs all around.
HoloLens 2 users get support for moving platforms and new features with 21H2 update
Microsoft has released Windows Holographic version 21H2 for HoloLens 2 users, including a handful of new features for businesses.
All supported versions of Windows, including the newly-launched Windows 11, received cumulative updates today. However, one version of Windows is getting a new feature update, and that's Windows Holographic. Users of Microsoft's augmented reality headset, HoloLens 2, are getting the update to Windows Holographic version 21H2, and it includes some significant changes.
Microsoft releases Windows 10 build 19043.1288 - here's what's new
Microsoft has released the latest cumulative updates for Windows 10 users, including build 19043.1288 for those running the latest version.
Today is the second Tuesday of October, and that means it's time for Microsoft to release its usual set of cumulative updates on an occasion known as Patch Tuesday. This is the first patch Tuesday since Windows 11 launched last week, and there are a ton of fixes for the new operating system. But Windows 10 is still alive and kicking, and today, all supported versions are also getting updates. Windows 10 build 19043.1288 is rolling out to users running version 21H1 of the OS, but older versions are getting updates as well.
Microsoft Edge Canary gets redesigned PWA hub to manage your apps
Microsoft Edge is getting a redesigned PWA hub that makes it far easier to manage your installed web apps, but you may have to wait a while.
Microsoft Edge was recently updated for Insiders running Canary builds of the browser, and Microsoft has now highlighted one of the big changes in the latest release. Currently being tested with a subset of Microsoft Edge Canary users is a new hub for Progressive Web Apps (PWA), where users can manage the web apps they've installed on their PC.
Windows Subsystem for Linux is now on the Microsoft Store for Windows 11
Microsoft has released WSL on the Microsoft Store as a standalone app for Windows 11, which should enable faster updates in the future.
Microsoft has released a preview version of the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) on the Microsoft Store for Windows 11 devices. The company is testing a new way to deliver updates for WSL, which separates them from core Windows updates. So far, WSL has been an optional feature for Windows 10 and 11, which you can install through the Settings app. However, that also means any updates to the WSL platform also had to be delivered through updates to Windows itself, meaning you'd have to wait a while for new features to arrive.
Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Elements 2022 are now available
Adobe has announced the latest version of Photoshop and Premiere Elements 2022 with new AI-powered features and new guided edits.
Adobe has announced that the 2022 versions of Photoshop Elements and Premiere Elements are available to try or buy starting today. For those unaware, the Elements family of products includes simplified versions of the Photoshop and Premiere apps, aiming to make video and photo editing more accessible for users who may not need the full suite of features. This is also the only official you can buy a perpetual license of Adobe Photoshop or Premiere since the main products are part of the Creative Cloud subscription service.
Windows 11 deep dive: Learn about Windows features with the Tips app
With Windows 11 now available, there's a lot you may need to learn, and the Tips app is one way to do it. Here's how it worls.
Windows 11 is rolling out now, and it brings a lot of new things to the table. The new OS is shaping up to be a high point in Windows history, and we've found it to fix the many wrongs of Windows 10 in our review. But with any big new release also comes some uncertainty, and there's a lot to learn. In this article, we're going to be taking a look at the Tips app, one of the many apps included in Windows 11 that you may want to know about.
Xbox celebrates 20th anniversary with a translucent controller and headset
Microsoft is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Xbox with a handful of new accessories for gamers and fans of the brand,
Microsoft is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Xbox brand with a handful of new products for fans. The original Xbox console launched on November 15th, 2001, and paved the way for Microsoft to become one of the biggest names in gaming.
AMD processors are slower on Windows 11, but a fix is coming
AMD has confirmed that its CPUs may suffer some performance hinderances on Windows 11, but fixes are expected later this month.
Windows 11 began rolling out this week after just over three months of public testing with Windows Insiders. While the operating system launched with a few known issues, it seems that one may have slipped by undetected. AMD has confirmed that its processors are being negatively affected by the Windows 11 upgrade, resulting in reduced performance in certain situations. Thankfully, resolutions are already on the way.
There may not be a FIFA 23 game next year
Electronic Arts is considering removing the FIFA brand from its football games, but it'll still focus on "meaningful" licenses.
Electronic Arts is considering removing the FIFA name from its football (soccer, for the Americans) video games, the publisher has announced, meaning we may not see a FIFA 23. The move comes as something of a shock considering EA has published FIFA games annually for nearly three decades now.
Microsoft's new Surface devices are available today with Windows 11
Microsoft's latest Surface devices, including the Surface Pro 8 and Laptop Studio are available today in the U.S. and other markets.
Microsoft's latest generation of Surface devices is available to buy starting today, alongside the recent launch of Windows 11. The new devices available today include the Surface Laptop Studio, Surface Pro 8, Surface Go 3, and the Wi-Fi-only version of the Surface Pro X. Additionally, the Surface Slim Pen 2 and the new Surface Pro Signature Keyboard are also available today.
Acer's new Aspire Vero uses recycled plastics and comes with Windows 11
Acer has announced a set of new laptops launching with Windiows 11, including the Aspire Vero, made using recycled plastics.
With Windows 11 set to launch tomorrow, companies are lining up new hardware to go right alongside it. Acer is one such company, with three new laptops launching in October, two of which launch tomorrow, right alongside the new OS. Among the new Windows 11 laptops is the Acer Aspire Vero, Acer's first sustainability-focused laptop, as well as new Swift 5 and Nitro 5 laptops.
New Windows 11 build in the Dev channel has even more fixes
Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 22471 to Insiders in the Dev channel, and the foxus is once again on fixes for the OS.
It's very rare that we get to see a new build of Windows on a Monday, but today, that's exactly what's happening. Microsoft is rolling out build 22471 to Windows Insiders in the Dev channel, and the reason for it seems to be that Windows 11 is generally available this week.
Surface Pro X vs Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable: Which one is better?
Looking for a new Windows detachable tablet? We compare the Surface Pro X and ThinkPad X12 Detachable to find out which is the better choice.
Choosing a new PC is always a tough decision. There are lots of fantastic laptops out there, and nearly all of them have reasons why you might prefer them. Choosing between different devices isn't always easy, but we're here to help. We're comparing Microsoft's Surface Pro X to the Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable, two detachable tablets that can also be used as laptops.