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PCMag

Framework Laptop 16 (2025) Review: A DIY Desktop Replacement Dream Machine

With AMD’s powerful Ryzen AI 9 processor, Nvidia’s RTX 5070 GPU, and a design built for easy upgrades, the Framework Laptop ...
MUO on MSN

This is hands-down the best way to install apps on Windows

Installing programs on Windows has been the same repetitive process of finding the official website, downloading an installer, running it, installing the program, and then clearing up all the junk. It ...
WFAA8

Windows 11 Pro can turn your current PC into a modern, gaming-ready setup for only $14.97

This station earns commissions on purchases made through the link(s) on this page. TL;DR: Grab lifetime access to Windows 11 Pro on sale for $14.97 for a limited time (MSRP $199). Since Windows 10 ...
PC Gamer

You can install the new Xbox Full screen experience mode for Windows on handhelds but whether it will work is another question entirely

Handheld Gaming PCs The MSI Claw handhelds are the first non-Xbox devices to get the Windows Full Screen Experience, with more said to arrive 'in the coming months' Handheld Gaming PCs So much for ...
The Verge

Google’s new Windows desktop app brings a Spotlight-like search bar to PC

Google’s app can search local files, in Google Drive, and on the web. Google’s app can search local files, in Google Drive, and on the web. is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer ...
Bleeping Computer

Microsoft fixes app install issues caused by August Windows updates

Microsoft has fixed a known issue caused by the August 2025 security updates, which triggers unexpected User Account Control (UAC) prompts and app installation problems for non-admin users on all ...