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Microsoft Build 2022 was actually pretty exciting for Windows fans
While good Windows 11 content wasn't expected, Microsoft's Build 2022 developer conference was actually exciting for Windows enthusaists.
Microsoft just wrapped up its Build 2022 developer conference, and frankly, it was pretty good, even if you're a Windows fan. I'm usually pretty vocal in my criticism of Build - along with other Microsoft conferences - and the continuing lack of focus on the company's desktop OS. But as is the case any time I'm critical of something that I care about, nothing makes me happier than to be able to admit that I'm wrong.
Microsoft's Surface Laptop Studio gets dynamic refresh rate
Microsoft is releasing a firmware update for the Surface Laptop Studio that enables dynamic refresh rate, but there's no update for the Pro 8.
Microsoft is offering a firmware update to Surface Laptop Studio PCs, enabling dynamic refresh rate, among other things. The update was first offered to Windows Insiders for testing on April 28, but now, everyone can get their hands on it.
Windows 11 build 25126 puts better subscription management in settings
Microsoft is releasing this week's Windows 11 Insider Preview build, and it adds subscription management to the Settings app.
Today, Microsoft is releasing this week's Windows 11 Insider Preview build to the Dev channel. The big new feature in Windows 11 Insider Preview build 25126 is an improved subscription management page in Settings.
Microsoft releases Windows 11 build 22000.708 with a ton of fixes
Microsoft has released this month's Windows 11 'D' week update, and as always, there are a whole bunch of fixes that are included.
Today is the first day of Microsoft's Build 2022 developer conference, but that doesn't mean all of the firm's news is coming out of the show. The firm is also releasing this month's D week update for Windows 11, the optional update that includes most of what we'll see next month on Patch Tuesday.
Microsoft is finally bringing third-party widgets to Windows 11
Microsoft announced at its Build 2022 conference that it's going to be allowing third-party developers to make widgets for Windows 11.
Microsoft is kicking off its Build 2022 developers conference today, and while new features in Windows 11 are definitely not a focus for the show, there is one thing that's new. Later this year, the OS will allow third-party developers to offer widgets.
Microsoft is finally taking Windows on Arm development seriously
Microsoft is making some big announcements for Windows on Arm today, starting with a native full version of Visual Studio 2022.
Microsoft and Qualcomm first announced Windows on Arm in 2016, and it's been a slow journey since then. It wasn't until last year with Windows 11 that it actually for x64 emulation, finally adding the app support you'd need in order to have the same experience between Arm and Intel PCs. Now, Microsoft is announcing another milestone, an Arm-native toolchain for Windows, including an ARM64 version of Visual Studio 2022.
The Microsoft Store is officially open to all Win32 apps
At Build 2022, Microsoft announced a number of improvements coming to the Microsoft Store, such as ads, no more waitlist for Win32, and more.
Today is the first day of Microsoft's Build 2022 developer conference, and one thing that the company actually teased ahead of the event is improvements for the Microsoft Store. The Redmond firm delivered. There's actually a whole lot that's new in the Windows 11 Store.
Panasonic's TOUGHBOOK 40 is a modular Windows laptop that's still IP66
Panasonic is introducing the TOUGHBOOK 40 fully rugged laptop. It's still modular, it even has an IP66 rating, and more.
If you're in the market for a rugged laptop, then you probably already know that Panasonic TOUGHBOOK is the leading brand, essentially setting the standard for the market. Today, the company is introducing the TOUGHBOOK 40, a new fully rugged Windows laptop.
HP has new mainstream Pavilion laptops with a 90Hz OLED display
HP is announcing new mainstream laptops from its Pavilion brand, and one of them has a 90Hz OLED display, along with H-series processors.
Last week, HP has its big spring premium consumer laptop announcement, and now it's time for some new mainstream laptops. Today, the company is announcing the HP Pavilion Plus 14, and the Pavilion x360 14.
Interview: Acer talks redefining gaming with 3D, sustainability, and more
Following next@acer, we got to sit down with some Acer execs in order to talk about naked-eye 3D gaming, eco-friendly PCs, and more.
Acer just held its next@acer conference, which is its hero event where the company announces new products from its entire range. That includes Swift, Spin, ConceptD, Predator, Vero, and more.
Windows 11 build 22000.706 comes to Insiders with Windows spotlight for desktop
Microsoft is releasing a new cumulative update, and it contains a few new features, such as Windows Spotlight on the desktop.
Today, Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 build 22000.706 to the Release Preview channel of the Insider Program. As usual, the channel is reserved for cumulative updates that are slated to eventually roll out to the public. Non-Insiders will see this as an optional update in a week or two, and then the fixes that are included will eventually be bundled into next month's Patch Tuesday update.
HP's new Spectre x360 13.5 is completely redesigned
HP is announcing all-new consumer PCs today, including a brand-new Spectre x360 13.5, along with new Envy convertibles and laptops.
If you're shopping for a new, premium laptop, it's the day you've been waiting for. While Dell has its new XPS 13 Plus and Lenovo has a fancy new Yoga 9i, HP has yet to announce a new Spectre x360, until today. The company did a whole spring consumer PC launch today, and aside from the Spectre x360 13.5, there's also a minor refresh on the Spectre x360 16, and a whole bunch of new Envy products.
Windows 11 build 25120 is the first step toward a possible future with widgets on the desktop
Microsoft is releasing a new Windows 11 Insider Preview, and build 25120 adds a search box right on top of the desktop in the OS.
Today, Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview build 25120 to the Dev channel. There isn't a whole lot that's different, but there is one notable change: a search box on top of the desktop.
Acer ConceptD 500 Hands-on: A beautiful desktop for creators
Acer's new ConceptD 500 desktop is uniquely designed for creators, coming in a white chassis with amber lighting. We got to check one out.
Acer just held its annual next@acer event, where the company announced what seems to be an endless amount of PCs. Naturally, part of the announcement included ConceptD, Acer's brand for creators, and I got to spend some time with the ConceptD 500, a 20L desktop that has Intel 12th-gen processors, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 GPU, and a stunning design.
Acer has a powerful new Swift 3 OLED laptop
Acer is announcing new consumer laptops today, including Swift and Spin devices, as well as more sustainable Vero laptops.
Today is next@acer, so the press releases are rolling out from Acer. The company announced a wide range of products today, including consumer laptops like a Swift 3 OLED, Spin 3, and Spin 5, along with more eco-friendly laptops from its Vero lineup.
Acer's new ConceptD creator laptops have OLED displays
Acer is refreshing its line of ConceptD creator PCs, and as you can probably guess, they're getting more powerful with new designs.
Today, Acer is holding its annual next@acer event, where it introduced new products from its entire portfolio. That includes ConceptD, its lineup for creators. Specifically, the firm announced a new ConceptD 5, ConceptD 5 Pro, ConceptD 500, and ConceptD 100.
HP's new gaming laptops are more powerful with better thermals
HP is announcing a couple of new gaming laptops, and they have new internals from Intel and NVIDIA, better thermals, and more.
HP is making its spring gaming announcement, and the stars of the show are the OMEN 16 and Victus 15. The company says that 76% of the U.S. population plays games an average of 16.5 hours per week, as of 2021, and PC gaming spending is up 62% from 2019.
Lenovo's new ThinkPad P16 looks like a gaming laptop
Lenovo is launching a couple of new ThinkPads, and one of them is a completely redesigned ThinkPad P16 mobile workstation.
Today, Lenovo is announcing a couple of new ThinkPads, specifically the ThinkPad P16 and the ThinkPad C14 Chromebook. The two machines sit at the exact opposite ends of the spectrum, but here we are.
HP Thunderbolt Dock G4 Review: For people that want a specific array of ports
HP's new Thunderbolt Dock G4 comes in up to a 280W model, and packs dual DisplayPorts, USB Type-C, HDMI, Ethernet, and more.
As far as Thunderbolt 4 docks go, HP's solution is a solid one, all depending on what you want. It has either 100W or 230W output, depending on the model you choose, so even if you have a powerful ZBook Fury G9, the HP Thunderbolt Dock G4 can charge it.
Windows 11 version 22H2 might RTM on May 24
According to a reputable leakster, Microsoft is set to certify Windows 11 version 22H2 for RTM before the end of the month.
The next feature update for Windows 11 is just about complete, according to Microsoft leakster WalkingCat. Windows 11 version 22H2 is reportedly set to hit RTM status on May 24.