Apple Takes Direct Aim at Windows 10 End of Support With Rumored $599 MacBook — the Nightmare Scenario for Microsoft and Windows 11

So far, Apple’s new MacBook models have typically been priced above $999, making them less accessible for many people due to their high cost. However, in recent times, there have been sales that lower the MacBook Air to as low as $799. Yet, it’s worth noting that we haven’t observed a brand-new MacBook from Apple selling for anywhere close to the $599 price range.

Windows 11 Could Be Gaining an AI-Powered Taskbar — References to ‘Agentic Companions’ Feature Spotted

A conveniently placed system button on your Taskbar, similar to the System Tray, could serve as an access point for an AI assistant. By simply clicking this button, users can summon a helpful AI interface or pop-up window that assists with ongoing tasks or activities displayed on their screen. This button remains readily accessible within the Taskbar, appearing only when enabled by the user.

Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 Gain New Battery-Charge Limit Features in Latest Firmware Update

So far, the Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 with Snapdragons have featured a function known as smart charging. This feature automatically adjusts the battery charge limit depending on how frequently your device is plugged in. However, it was previously not possible to change this setting from within Windows itself. The UEFI did offer an option to turn on and off a 50% charge limit, though.

“Revolutionary” — I Tested These Upgraded Joysticks for Microsoft Flight Simulator Alongside a Stunning New Prototype That’ll Change the Game for Curious Newcomers

Following several years of content upgrades, the creators transitioned to a successor, which initially faced some challenges during its debut, known as Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. However, subsequent fixes and server enhancements have earned me the label of recommending MSFS 2024 as an essential game to play, prompting me to explore the realm of flight simulator joysticks and yokes.

“It Makes Me Uneasy” — OpenAI’s Sam Altman Responds to Backlash After GPT-5 Wipes Out Virtual Companions

OpenAI, led by CEO Sam Altman, enthusiastically described their latest AI as the most intelligent model yet, likening it to a team of highly skilled PhD researchers. However, despite Altman’s predictions that GPT-5 might function like an artificial brain (with GPT-4 being considered “slightly disappointing”), everyday users quickly uncovered its true capabilities.

Lawsuit Claims Microsoft Is Ending Windows 10 Support to Sell AI PCs — “Millions of Users Will Not Buy New Devices or Pay for Extended Support”

A number of individuals have voiced displeasure over Microsoft’s launch of Windows 11 and the conclusion of Windows 10 updates, but one individual took action by filing a lawsuit against the tech company. Lawrence Klein submitted a complaint in San Diego, California, arguing that Microsoft is using the end of Windows 10 support as a means to encourage people to buy new devices instead.

Microsoft Will Support Edge on Windows 10 Until October 2028 — Three Whole Years After OS Support Ends, and It Won’t Cost You a Penny

Microsoft has clarified that participation in the Extended Support Updates (ESU) program won’t be necessary to receive updates for Edge and WebView2 on Windows 10. This means that all Windows 10 users, regardless of whether they’ve enrolled in the ESU program or not, will still get access to fixes and new features for these applications. For those contemplating using Windows 10 past its end-of-support date in October 2025, this is positive news as they can still expect ongoing support.

Bill Gates’ 2-Year Prediction: Did GPT-5 Reach Its Peak Before Launch — Despite Sam Altman’s Promises of Improvements?

In simpler terms, Sam Altman, who leads the company responsible for creating ChatGPT, had earlier predicted that technology more intelligent than any human expert will soon fit in your pocket, possibly indicating GPT-5. However, after the launch of this new model, OpenAI, the AI firm, faced criticism from users due to certain decisions, such as discontinuing the older models.