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Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro tablet gets staggering 44% discount

Usama Jawad — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:42:01 +0000

Looking for a tablet for the kids? Amazon's Fire HD 8 Kids Pro brings plenty of useful features for school, travel and entertainment. Read more...

Microsoft: IT admins should automate Windows activation with PowerShell instead of slmgr.vbs

Usama Jawad — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:38:01 +0000

Windows activation automation is heading for a change as Microsoft asks admins to review existing workflows and prepare for a smoother transition. Read more...

Google finally brings Gemini to Windows with a native desktop app

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:14:01 +0000

Accessible via a customizable Alt + Space keyboard shortcut or the system tray, the new Gemini app for Windows allows users to quickly launch the AI directly over their active workflows. Read more...

Prime members get Doom Eternal and 10 more games to keep in September

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:02:01 +0000

Amazon is expanding Luna with a new Remote Play feature for GameNight titles, alongside free PC copies of Doom Eternal and more for Prime members Read more...

This ACEMAGIC M5 with Intel Core 5 220H and 24GB of DDR5 memory is now 41% off

Steven Parker — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:30:02 +0000

Save $364 on the M5 which features six USB 3.2 ports and one Type C port that also supports up to 100W PD input along with WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. Read more...

Windows 11 KB5124010 reaches Release Preview with Emoji 17.0 and File Explorer changes

Ivan Jenic — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:26:13 +0000

Windows 11 Insider Release Preview build 26100.9539/26200.9539 (KB5124010) for versions 24H2 and 25H2 is now available. See what's included: Read more...

Save 81% and ditch online subscriptions with a Classic Office 2021 digital license

Neowin Deals — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook (classic), and OneNote! Get all these essential Microsoft apps for your Windows PC for a low one-time cost. Read more...

Luftrausers and Astral Ascent are free to claim on the Epic Games Store

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:16:01 +0000

The Epic Games Store's latest weekly giveaway offer gives PC players the 2D action roguelite Astral Ascent and the arcade bullet hell Luftrausers. Read more...

Xbox Free Play Days adds Borderlands 4 and Madden NFL 27

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:34:01 +0000

Xbox Free Play Days brings six free games for the weekend, headlined by Borderlands 4, F1 25, and a free-for-all trial of EA Sports Madden NFL 27. Read more...

Chrome users urged to update to v153 for 230 security patches

Paul Hill — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:20:01 +0000

Users must immediately update to version 153 to secure browsers against an actively exploited zero-day flaw and critical WebGL bugs. Read more...

Microsoft wants SharePoint customers to use Copilot to author content

Usama Jawad — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:10:01 +0000

SharePoint authors are getting a smarter way to manage pages as Microsoft expands Copilot support with more precise editing and content controls. Read more...

New Nvidia GeForce NOW update brings Wardogs and Valheim 1.0 support

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:00:01 +0000

Nvidia's latest GeForce NOW update brings nine new games to the cloud this week, highlighted by Wardogs, Bus Simulator 27, and Valheim 1.0. Read more...

LG denies allegations that it is operating "216,000,000 spy TVs"

Usama Jawad — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:28:03 +0000

Are LG's smart TVs watching and listening more than users realize? The company has now responded to a fiery privacy investigation. Read more...

Your home needs these smart Ring Spotlight Cam 2K bundles, now 29% off

Usama Jawad — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:16:01 +0000

Ring's Spotlight Cam 2K brings bright spotlights, 2K video, zoom, sirens, and two-way talk, while current bundle deals make it easier to buy more. Read more...

DeepSeek launches V4.1-Flash multimodal reasoning model

Paul Hill — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:04:01 +0000

Delivering higher efficiency and reduced KV cache consumption, this new open-source model outperforms several flagship offerings on major coding and reasoning benchmarks. Read more...

Vivaldi 8.2 adds desktop extensions to Android

Paul Hill — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:32:01 +0000

Users can now install and pin browser extensions from the Chrome Web Store, manage data syncing, and use built-in calculation tools directly from the mobile URL bar. Read more...

MSNightmare drops ShieldCrash zero-day after Windows 11 patch

Paul Hill — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:44:01 +0000

A new skeleton proof-of-concept demonstrates an arbitrary file read as SYSTEM on fully updated Windows systems, highlighting recurring flaws in Microsoft's patching process. Read more...

Visual Studio Code 1.137 adds voice mode and automations

Paul Hill — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:30:01 +0000

Developers can now schedule recurring AI agent tasks, talk via voice commands, and review GitHub pull requests directly inside the editor. Read more...

Physint becomes Kojima's second Xbox game after Sony exit

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:20:02 +0000

After Sony unexpectedly canceled Hideo Kojima's action-espionage game Physint, Xbox has stepped in to publish the title and other adaptations. Read more...

Copilot is moving directly into Outlook's email composer

Ivan Jenic — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 04:54:01 +0000

In case opening the Copilot sidebar in Outlook is too much work for you, Microsoft is bringing its AI assistant directly into the text editor. Read more...

MW4 pre-orders on Xbox gain exclusive OG green M4 as an extra benefit

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:08:01 +0000

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 digital pre-orders now include the Inner Circuit M4 blueprint, featuring a translucent green variant exclusive to Xbox players. Read more...

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is dirt-cheap at $19.99 (60% off)

Usama Jawad — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:56:01 +0000

Looking for an affordable way to enhance your TV setup? This compact streaming device could make your entertainment experience more versatile. Read more...

Microsoft kicks off final phase of retirement for SQL Data Sync

Usama Jawad — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:44:01 +0000

Azure SQL Data Sync is entering its final chapter as Microsoft urges existing customers to prepare for migration ahead of its 2027 retirement. Read more...

Microsoft Teams is a getting a built-in backup and recovery feature

Ivan Jenic — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:28:02 +0000

Microsoft is working on a way to make recovering deleted chats and other Teams data much easier. Learn more here. Read more...

This wireless HDMI extender lets you ditch long cables for $41.42

Ivan Jenic — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:18:01 +0000

If you want to get rid of HDMI cables and connect your devices and screens wirelessly, check out this BRAIDOL wireless HDMI extender, which is currently discounted. Read more...

The domain for Microsoft 365 is changing, IT admins should check ASAP

Usama Jawad — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:08:01 +0000

Microsoft is making another notable domain change, and IT admins may need to review their network settings to keep users connected. Read more...

AppleCare One now has a Family subscription at $49.99/month

Usama Jawad — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:48:01 +0000

Apple has expanded its device protection options, offering families a new way to manage coverage across their growing collection of devices. Read more...

Asus ROG Azoth is a hall effect keyboard that has been discounted by a massive 26%

Usama Jawad — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:32:02 +0000

Looking for a premium gaming keyboard? The ROG Azoth combines enthusiast-focused hardware with extensive customization in a compelling package. Read more...

Apple Watch Ultra 4 arrives with a rumored feature and a new Health Sensing System

Aditya Tiwari — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:22:01 +0000

Apple announced the Apple Watch Ultra 4 during its hardware event. Priced at $799, the device is available for pre-order. Read more...

Windows 11 is getting an Age API to consistently detect how old a user is

Usama Jawad — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:10:02 +0000

Windows 11 is gaining a new platform capability designed to help apps deliver more age-appropriate experiences as Microsoft expands its safety efforts. Read more...

Microsoft is upgrading family safety in Windows 11

Usama Jawad — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:50:01 +0000

Microsoft is refining its Windows 11 Family Safety experience with several changes designed to make parental controls more reliable and easier to manage. Read more...

Apple unveils Watch Series 12 with the 'most accurate heart rate sensing in a wearable'

David Uzondu — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:38:02 +0000

Apple's latest smartwatch brings a stack of new health, fitness, and AI features, including some notable upgrades to heart rate tracking. Read more...

Maxed out Apple iPhone Duo takes kidney jokes to new heights

Aditya Tiwari — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:00:01 +0000

You might remember iPhone kidney jokes. After checking the price tag of iPhone Duo, you might have to sell your soul. Read more...

After pulling it a month ago, Microsoft returns Domain Exclusion for Copilot

Usama Jawad — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:18:02 +0000

A Microsoft 365 Copilot feature that briefly disappeared during rollout is back, giving admins another way to manage how web content is used. Read more...

Apple announces release date for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, and other updates

Aditya Tiwari — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:06:01 +0000

If you're waiting for the latest Apple updates, the Cupertino giant announced the official release date for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS, and other updates. Read more...

Apple's iPhone Duo is finally here with a $2,000 price tag

Hamid Ganji — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:50:01 +0000

iPhone Duo is Apple's first foldable smartphone, aiming to take on Samsung and Google counterparts. Here's what the device offers. Read more...

Apple announces AirPods 5 with 50% better Active Noise Cancellation

Aditya Tiwari — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:51:29 +0000

Apple has officially launched AirPods 5 in two variants. For starters, the pricier variant of the AirPods 5 is actually cheaper than AirPods 4. Read more...

iPhone 18 Pro series unveiled with A20 Pro chip, smaller Dynamic Island, and more

Hamid Ganji — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:50:53 +0000

Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Here's a look at the latest Pro iPhones' specs, pricing, and features. Read more...

Remedy reveals Control Resonant PC system requirements

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:46:02 +0000

Remedy has revealed the PC system requirements for Control Resonant, confirming accessible baseline specs alongside DLSS 4.5 and ray tracing. Read more...

Save $564 on ChatPlayground AI and never pay monthly AI subscriptions again

Neowin Deals — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Compare multiple AI models side-by-side in one powerful platform for faster, smarter and more accurate results every time you run a prompt. Read more...