I've never kept my frustrations with Windows to myself. Whether it's Windows 10 or Windows 11, some things never change namely those things that Microsoft doesn't care about enough. Over the years, Microsoft has focused a significant amount of resources on making Windows a pain to use, while mining as much user data as possible.

With the sudden emergence of x86_64 emulators, running smartphone apps on Windows may seem like old news. However, Android emulators are still chugging along just fine, and we've even seen new faces like the Google Play Games Emulator crop up in recent times. There's also BlueStacks, MeMU Play, and a handful of old veterans that have helped countless PC users emulate their favorite Android applications over the years.

On September 30, 2014, Microsoft announced Windows 10, an operating system that fundamentally shifted the company's approach to one of its flagship products. As it nears the end of support, today it's an OS that users are still clinging to, resisting Windows 11 with everything they've got. So, it's easy to forget just how absolutely crazy Windows 10 was as a concept.

The great data reckoning is upon us, and the first signs of it have been trickling out of the tech industry for the last few years, namely Google. A company that once offered unlimited photo backups, accounts that you could keep forever, and 15GB of storage for each of those accounts, it's pretty clear that things aren't the same as they used to be in the 2000s and 2010s. Is this a problem only for Google, or are we running out of cloud storage?

Whether for work or gaming, dedicated GPUs in laptops have become better than ever before. They are now truly a viable alternative to desktop computers, with similar performance, and without as much of a price premium as you might imagine. However, for various reasons, picking a laptop with the right GPU is a virtual minefield. This is why you should always check into the factors below before buying any laptop.

By now, you may or may not know that I adore mechanical keyboards. From the typing experience and looks, to the degree of customization, I've talked about everything that makes mechanical keyboards great. If you're a fellow enthusiast, you'll agree with me wholeheartedly. If, on the other hand, you're a relatively sane human being, you'll probably be annoyed or fuming.

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 console users are now able to play online games again following a massive outage on Sony’s gaming network that started on Monday night. The official PSN Service Status page confirms that “all services are up and running” now, after previously warning users that they “might have difficulty launching games, apps, or network features.” “This problem has now been resolved,” said a message posted by the Japanese Ask PlayStation customer support account. “We apologize to our customers for any inconvenience caused.”The outage lasted for around eight hours, and impacted effectively every PlayStation system across “Other, PS Vita, PS3, PS4, PS5, Web.” While the problem seems largely resolved, some gamers on X are... Continue reading…

eBay was shielded from liability in the civil lawsuit by Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. | The Verge A US government lawsuit accusing eBay of selling almost 350,000 polluting and environmentally harmful products — including pesticides and “defeat” devices that let motor vehicles evade emission controls — has been dismissed by a federal judge. On Monday, District Judge Orelia Merchant ruled that eBay isn’t liable for items that users sell on the digital marketplace due to civil protections that Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act provides for online platforms. Under Section 230, online platforms cannot be held responsible for hosted content unless “it assisted in the development of what made the content unlawful.” The lawsuit filed by the US Department of Justice last year alleged that eBay had violated the Clean Air Act (CAA)... Continue reading…

Over the years that ThinkPad laptops have been in production, they have earned a reputation for quality with models such as the workhorse Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5, and innovation with machines such as the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1. Less well-known is that their bulletproof build quality, repairability, and after-market mods have led to these decades-old machines being upgraded and used long after their expected lifespan.

In today's fast-paced world, finding ways to streamline tasks and boost productivity is essential. Whether you're managing a busy home, running a business, or simply looking to cut down on repetitive actions, automation can be a game-changer. One tool that has risen to the top of the automation game is IFTTT (If This Then That). By connecting apps, services, and smart devices, IFTTT allows users to create customized workflows, called applets, that automatically handle tasks in the background. From controlling your smart home to automating your social media, the possibilities are endless. IFTTT can transform your daily routine, offering time-saving solutions for both personal and professional tasks.

If you're looking to upgrade your home lab, old enterprise gear can be a tempting proposition. It's often available for inexpensive rates online and is great for developing a deeper understanding of the technologies and tools powering your home lab. This isn't limited to networking gear either - old server hardware can be a tempting proposition, especially with high-spec boxes available for a reduced price. But there are some things you should consider carefully before taking the plunge with ex-enterprise gear for your home.

Serve’s robots will bring packages to a Wing drone AutoLoader, which will make the final delivery. | Image: Serve Robotics Serve Robotics has announced a pilot partnership with Wing Aviation to expand the range of its autonomous food delivery without requiring restaurants to install new equipment to accommodate drone pickups.Serve, which was spun out of the app-based delivery company Postmates in 2021, has been making Uber Eats food deliveries in Los Angeles for a few years now, using robots that look like autonomous shopping carts. Serve says its delivery robots can be a safer alternative to cars and help reduce traffic congestion as they operate primarily on sidewalks. Since they have a top speed of around six miles per hour, there should be little to no risk to pedestrians. But that approach also limits the robot’s ability to deliver food in a timely... Continue reading…