Don't get too excited, but Microsoft may not be 100% done with Windows 10 just yet. With most of Windows still using the older operating system, it seems that Microsoft has taken note as itreopens the Beta Insider branch for Windows 10. However, before you assume this is a second wind for Windows 10, you may want to temper your expectations slightly.

In a quest for dominance in the PC light show market, companies have worked in RGB lighting and LCD screens into just about every component, including the power supply. It's becoming more difficult to build a sleeper system without flashing bulbs or diodes (without disabling them) and yet it seems the majority of PC builds are still not quite there in terms of color output. Whether you're on the side of RGB lighting being a virus to the eyes or a tasteful addition to any PC setup, it's easy to go overboard with the right hardware.

Portable gaming fans have had a lot of reasons to be excited throughout 2024, and we're only halfway through. We've seen plenty of Steam Deck alternatives arrive from all kinds of companies, from those new to the scene to manufacturers with years of experience under their belt. Even now, we're chomping at the bit for more details on the Asus ROG Ally X. Now, fresh out of Computex, the mini-PC manufacturer Zotac has revealed that it's trying its hand at the portable device scene with its new device, the Zone.

Nvidia's GeForce Experience software makes it incredibly easy to update the graphics driver whenever a new version is released. It's a fairly simple process that only takes a few minutes to complete. . That being said, the GeForce Experience software doesn't offer a way to roll the drivers back to a previous version. That's a glaring omission, considering how some drivers may have trouble working properly, causing performance and stability issues. Thankfully, there are a few ways to clear out the graphics drivers, and replace them with an older version or anything that's more stable.

The Microsoft Compatibility Telemetry (MCT) on Windows is a double-edged sword. I say that because it collects data to improve your experience, but it can sometimes become a resource hog, consuming excessive CPU power and slowing down your PC. MCT is typically known to be one of the culprits that causes your system to lag, and you are not alone in trying to find ways to reduce MCT's high CPU usage.

If they haven't been already, desktop operating systems are about to get supercharged with artificial intelligence. Microsoft has been integrating AI into Windows 11 for some time, led by Copilot, and that effort continues with Copilot+. We don't know exactly what Apple might have in store for macOS, but we'll likely find out next week at the company's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). If you've been wondering where ChromeOS fits into all of this, we know have the answer. With the latest ChromeOS 125, which is rolling out to users in the stable channel now, Google is bringing some of its best AI features to Chromebooks and some new ones, too.

If you like to multitask or make full use of your screen's real-estate, splitting the screen on your new Mac is an easy thing to do. Your iPad can already be used as an additional display through Sidecar. However, sometimes that can be a hassle. So, instead, you can open up multiple browser windows or apps on your Mac screen by using Split View. This handy offering was introduced with the El Capitan version of macOS several years ago. It certainly is simpler than using Sidecar on macOS Sonoma in some cases.

The Zotac Zone. | Image: Zotac It’s handheld season, and the Asus ROG Ally X and MSI Claw 8 AI Plus aren’t the only second-gen Windows gaming handhelds in town — GPU manufacturer Zotac has officially revealed its Zone at Computex, and it does a few things differently than the competition. Zotac already teased that the Zone would have an OLED screen, something that only the Steam Deck OLED has managed in PC handhelds before — as well as two-stage adjustable triggers like an Xbox Elite gamepad and drift resistant Hall effect joysticks. But did you know it’ll also have symmetrical PlayStation-esque joysticks, programmable dials around each one, twin Steam Deck-like trackpads, a small built-in kickstand, a Windows Hello camera instead of a fingerprint reader, and both... Continue reading…

When you're looking for a new laptop, it's always worth checking out the top Lenovo machines, which will lead you to the best ThinkPads. However, you'll still have a lot of options, like the all-new ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 or the reliable T14 Gen 5. So, which computer should you choose?

Image: The Verge AT&T and Verizon have resolved an outage causing dropped phone calls across the US. The issue seemingly affected calls between customers of the two services.In the midst of the outage, AT&T spokesperson Jim Kimberly told The Verge, “Our network is not experiencing a nationwide outage. There is a nationwide issue that is affecting the ability of some customers to complete calls between carriers. We are working closely with Verizon to determine the nature of the issue and what actions need to be taken.”Verizon spokesperson Kevin H. King also said that the network was “operating normally” but noted that customers primarily in the Northeast and Midwest were having issues “when calling or texting with customers served by another carrier.”... Continue reading…

Reinstalling your operating system can be a useful fix for a slew of problems you might run into on your computer, even on the best Macs. However, people often hesitate to reinstall macOS due to fears of data loss or the hassle of starting from scratch. Luckily, it is possible to reinstall your current macOS version with a built-in tool without losing any data. It only takes a few steps to initiate, and doing so can fix issues on your Mac, from small bugs to system-wide slowdowns. If this sounds like what you need to revive your Mac, follow the steps below.

Image: Aptoide / The Verge Aptoide, the popular Google Play alternative for Android devices, is launching a third-party iOS app store in the European Union — the first focused entirely on gaming since the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) rules came into effect. Aptoide’s iOS game store is being released via a closed launch on Thursday, with access initially restricted to users with invitation-only access codes. Aptoide says it has a waiting list of 20,000 signups and plans to issue between 500 to 1,000 codes per day, with the limited launch enabling the platform to monitor feedback from early adopters.The Aptoide iOS store will launch with seven games — a fairly standard ensemble of popular activities like Solitaire, Charades, and Mahjong — but the company says... Continue reading…