But if you’re an Xbox One owner or a PC gamer, you may have noticed that some games in the Xbox Store have a little badge that reads “Xbox Play Anywhere.” It looks like this: So, what is Xbox Play Anywhere? It’s all in the name Xbox Play Anywhere lets you play select games on any Windows gaming machine you own. When you download a digital copy of these games for either PC or Xbox One, you also get the game on the other platform for no extra cost....
Many people might advise you to wait, because after 13 months on the market, now would seem like a good time for Microsoft to refresh its hybrid lineup with a new non-pro Surface. The problem is that word on the street says even Microsoft hasn’t made up its mind about what it should do for its entry-level 2-in-1. That’s a real shame because at $500-$600 with keyboard, the Surface 3 was the best small hybrid on the market....
Still, while there is no “best” civilization, there might be a best civilization for you, particularly if you’re new to the game. Read on to discover which civilizations you’ll want to try right away, and which you’ll want to save for a challenge. How do civilizations work? Like most RTS games, AoEII: DE lets you choose a playable race. Unlike StarCraft, though, where the races are totally asymmetrical, the civilizations in AoEII have more in common than not....
The best-selling systems on the market are traditional laptops, which have a screen on top, keyboard on bottom and not a lot of flexibility in between. But it doesn’t have to be this way. 2-in-1s aren’t new tech anymore. With four generations of Microsoft Surfaces and over a dozen Yogas from Lenovo, consumers today no longer have to cut their teeth on the bleeding edge to get a taste of transformational hybrid computing....
WPA3 will in the future be mandatory for a device to become certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Currently, WPA2 is required. That said, the transition will be a years-long process as manufacturers introduce routers, access points, computers, smartphones and other wireless devices that are compatible with WPA3 standards. MORE: The One Router Setting You Need to Change (but Probably Won’t) Consumer-grade WPA3 devices will use an algorithm called Simultaneous Authentication of Equals that should prevent hackers from accessing your Wi-Fi network by repeatedly guessing its password....
The 13.3-inch ZenBook Flip UX360CA’s hinge features what Asus calls a “precision-engineered multi-gear metal mechanism” that enables “silky-smooth and stepless action.” And while we don’t find it difficult to move the displays on most 2-in-1s, Asus also promises that this easy-to-move hinge will hold “the display securely at any angle,” removing the wobbling we find on some convertibles. MORE: Best 2-in-1s (Laptop/Tablet Hybrids) The Zenbook Flip UX360CA offers an Intel Core M 6Y30 CPU and 8GB of RAM; it will cost $699 (256GB SSD) and $799 (512GB SSD)....
Game Mode prioritizes the CPU and GPU’s resources to go towards the game you’re playing for a better frame rate. You can enable it by going to Settings > Gaming > Game Mode. MORE: Windows 10 Anniversary Update: Full Review In an ironic twist of fate, this insider build has some serious gaming glitches. The known issues include popular games (Microsoft doesn’t say which) crashing and minimized games not being restored....
This latest attack was discovered May 29 by cybersecurity firm Unit 42, who dubbed it “Lucifer” and report that the malware in question is taking over Windows devices and using them both to mine cryptocurrency and play a role in DDoS attacks (via Tom’s Guide). Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (8th Gen) reviewBest business laptops in 2020The best cheap laptop deals in June 2020 How does the ‘Lucifer’ malware work? As malware goes this one is pretty straightforward, it is scanning for open ports and then carrying out a brute force attack on the Windows systems that it targets, which means it’s attempting to get in with frequently used usernames and passwords....
This time it’s serious. How to Upgrade to Windows 10 for free in 2020How to Use Windows 10Best 2-in-1 laptops in 2020 The cumulative updates KB4566782 and KB4565351 (for May 2020 and November 2019, respectively) are causing some systems to freeze, crash with a Blue Screen of Death, or enter an endless boot loop. One unlucky Windows 10 user reported: “My XPS 9300 fell into a bluescreen loop on this update [KB4565351]....
Windows 10X first look: This is Microsoft’s next major OSBest college laptops in 2021: Best laptops for studentsFind out the best cheap laptop deals for March 2021 When to expect Windows 10X Courtesy of Windows Central, sources claim Microsoft had wanted to ship its first single-screen PCs with the lightweight version of Windows 10 in the first half of 2021 but decided to push back the launch to make sure the new OS was ready....
A new report from Petri, a website aimed at IT professionals and system administrators, indicates that Microsoft is no longer planning to ship Windows 10X this year and may never ship it as originally envisioned (via SlashGear). Best laptops 2021Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 (13-inch) reviewThe best laptop deals in May 2021 As always with unnamed sources, a grain of salt is warranted. But the site does have credibility in this arena and given the repeated delays and reimagining of Windows 10X, this certainly wouldn’t be a completely shocking development....
Windows 10X is slated to launch for dual-screen and foldable devices sometime in Fall 2020. Microsoft is partnering with companies such as Asus, Dell, HP and Lenovo in order get its operating system in their upcoming devices. Similar to the Samsung Galaxy Fold, you can do things like search at the top, place apps just below it and place websites underneath in the second panel. When you launch an app, it stays on only one side of the screen....
Microsoft tweaked the Task Switcher feature and it’s currently testing the updated version with the Windows Insider Dev Channel. The most salient change is that the Alt + Tab keyboard shortcut will no longer take over the whole screen when launched (h/t DigitalTrends). Windows 11 review: Is it better than Windows 10?Best laptops of 2022 Windows 11 Alt + Tab keyboard shortcut may take up less space Tapping on Alt + Tab prompts a screen-filling Task Switcher to appear; it takes over the display with a blurry, full-screen background....
Microsoft said during its Windows 11 event that the operating system would enable longer battery life in laptops as a result of power optimization. Moreover, updates will happen in the background and be 40% smaller than Windows 10 updates. Upgrading to Windows 11 will be free and the process is the same as making a Windows 10 update. The new OS will arrive this holiday on eligible PCs and new models....
Right now, you can get the Dell G5 15 SE gaming laptop with Godfall, WoW: Shadowlands and Far Cry 6 for just $849 (opens in new tab) at Best Buy. Dell G5 15 SE with Godfall, Shadowlands, Far Cry 6 deal The Dell G5 15 is one of the best budget gaming laptops around. This model comes AMD Ryzen 7 4800H CPU, 8GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and an AMD Radeon RX 5600M GPU....
Seriously, this is the most powerful machine we’ve seen at this price point by a good margin. So, what exactly do you get? A 15.6-inch laptop with a Core i7-10510U CPU, 12GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD, all for under $500. That’s insane. But before you press “Add to cart” be sure to upgrade the 15-inch display to 1080p resolution (for just $50 extra) — trust us, you don’t want to go with the default 1366 x 768 pixels....
Best PC Game Pass games in 2022Xbox owns Call of Duty — the war of exclusivity beginsDaily deals not to be missed “Gamers need to be given clear and timely information to make informed choices when signing up for auto-renewing memberships and subscriptions,” said CMA executive director of enforcement, Michael Grenfell. CMA also states Microsoft will offer “better upfront information” to provide further support for customers to understand their Xbox membership....
Zoom just can’t win. The videoconferencing platform — plagued with security issues and PR disasters — was on a path to redemption. But Check Point Research, a cybersecurity firm, poked another hole in Zoom’s already fragile reputation. Capitalizing on Zoom’s vanity URL feature, Check Point researchers discovered that hackers could pose as trusted individuals to phish for sensitive information. Zoom gets a new game-changing feature – goodbye, Google MeetZoom vs....
From turning it into a security camera to making it a smart remote or handing it off to your kids, here are 10 great uses for an old Android tablet. If you want to keep an eye on your home, your old Android tablet can serve as a connected security monitor, employing either its front or rear cameras to keep an eye on your home or office. There are a number of apps that make it easy to use your old Android device or devices for home security, but our favorite is AtHome Video Streamer....
But how does it compare to its top Windows rival, the Dell XPS 15? For its part, the XPS 15 goes toe-to-toe with the MacBook Pro for performance and can be configured with an optional 4K OLED display. Dell’s laptop also has a compact chassis and is made of premium materials. That’s why it’s one of the best laptops around. We pitted these two flagship laptops against each other to see which portable powerhouse you should buy....
