Windows 11 is already the most efficient version of Windows, with a whole suite of settings and options for tweaking your laptop's battery performance. Even if we have one of the best laptops for battery life, we all want our laptops to last as long as possible between charges. The best part is that most of these tweaks can be accomplished without any additional software, making them easy (and free!) to use. Keep reading to find out what you can do to increase the battery life on your PC.

Network-attached storage (NAS) is usually a specific device that only serves to store data for clients to access. They've become more powerful over the years and can now run services that transform the small server into a media streaming platform, home surveillance backend, or even a web server. You can use your Windows 11 PC as a NAS without losing out on using the system as a general computer or for gaming. This guide will show you how to create a NAS with your PC and still use it as normal.

A Mac app for true notch-heads. | Image: NotchNook There’s a new app for Macs called NotchNook that transforms the notch on your MacBook Air or MacBook Pro into, basically, the iPhone’s Dynamic Island. And after using it for a day, I’m not sure I can do without it.Just like the Dynamic Island, NotchNook expands out from the notch, revealing a “Nook” with basic media controls (sort of like Live Activities in iOS) and other customizable widgets. Then there’s a “Tray” tab that you can drop files or apps into; it’s similar to the macOS dock, except that the tray empties when you quit NotchNook. GIF: NotchNook NotchNook made my MacBook Air’s notch useful. You access this by clicking on a tab that blends in with the notch, or by swiping downward on your trackpad... Continue reading…

Apple’s illustrious original programming may face tighter budgets. | Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Apple is known to spend billions of dollars on its Hollywood projects, but that could be set to change following production losses across the wider streaming industry. According to Bloomberg, Apple’s senior vice president of services Eddy Cue is pushing studio chiefs Zack Van Amburg and Jamie Erlicht to oversee project budgets more closely in a bid to make its Apple TV Plus streaming business more sustainable.Apple invests heavily in individual projects compared to larger streaming companies like Netflix, having spent over $500 million on movies from directors Martin Scorsese (Killers of the Flower Moon), Ridley Scott (Napoleon), and Matthew Vaughn (Argylle). While its original projects get plenty of attention during award seasons,... Continue reading…

Although there is no shortage of database apps out there, Microsoft Lists stands tall among them with real-time collaboration, a robust Microsoft 365 integration, a long list of features, and more. Whether you are managing projects, assets, or planning your social media schedule, Microsoft Lists can be a powerful ally to streamline your workflow. Continue reading if you are still on the fence about using Microsoft Lists.

Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 will not ship with the Samsung Messages app pre-installed in the US, according to 9to5Google. Those who still prefer Samsung’s app will have to download it from the Galaxy Store, where it’s still available. “Starting with Starting with the Flip6, Fold6 and newer models, the Samsung Messages app will no longer be preloaded,” reads a Samsung message posted by Android leaker Max Weinbach. “Instead, Google Messages will provide a new and enhanced experience to express your emotions, making communication safe and fun.” Google Messages has been the default for Samsung phones since 2022 when Samsung made the switch, which was a boon for RCS messaging.Samsung Messages is no longer pre-loaded! Google... Continue reading…

Acer has thrown me for a loop with its latest laptop, the Swift Edge 16 (SFE16-44). A mid-range laptop, this 16-inch laptop is one of the lightest Ive reviewed this year. At a mere 2.7 pounds, the Edge puts a lot of 13 and 14-inch laptops to shame. But Acer continued to sweeten the pot with an alluring OLED display and one of the best webcams of the year. And it only costs $1,300, which is pretty good for a mid-tier machine.

Containers are extremely useful in scenarios where you want to run a specific application or software without the extra resource overhead of a virtual machine. Kubernetes serves as a great platform to deploy and manage all your containers, and its worth learning for anyone whos into DevOps.

I have a love-hate relationship with Windows. After using Windows on my PCs for over 24 years now, moving to something else is unthinkable. Like many of us, I'm just so used to it for me, this is how PCs are supposed to look and work. But, at the same time, I don't particularly like many aspects of the Windows platform, including annoying features, countless ads, and needless apps.

Image: Hugo J. Herrera for The Verge Articles today are filled with AI jargon. Here are some definitions to get you through. Continue reading…

Not all business laptops are created equal. Some are more versatile than others, while some systems are more durable and security focused. And then theres your workhorses packed to the gills with high-powered specs. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 checks off a nice assortment of these boxes. Its a convertible laptop that comes packing an Intel Core Ultra 7 U series processor with Intel integrated graphics. It also has one of Lenovos best-in-class keyboards and a strong pair of speakers hiding out somewhere on the laptop.

Windows 11's hardware requirements prevent it from being installed on less-than-ideal systems, but that hasn't stopped people from trying to cram it onto as many devices as possible. Just ask NTDev, who strives to cut down Windows 11 as far as possible into a fan-made version called Tiny11. Now, they're at it again by installing Windows 11 on an iPhone 15 Pro, but don't get too excited; it didn't work out so well.