Monday, April 20, 2026

AI

Google Chrome’s AI Mode Update Adds Side‑by‑Side Browsing and Smarter Search

Google April 16, 2026 0

The company’s latest update to AI Mode in Chrome aims to break that cycle of tab hopping by turning the browser into a more conversational, context-aware companion.

Gemini prepay billing will help you keep your AI budget under control

Google April 15, 2026 0

AI is growing more expensive by the day, and...

Microsoft Launches MAI‑Image‑2‑Efficient for Faster AI Image Generation

AI April 14, 2026 0

That earlier launch is a milestone for the company’s Foundry initiative, and the follow‑up suggests the pace is not slowing down.

Google’s Desktop App for Windows Is Out Worldwide

Google April 14, 2026 0

Most AI related desktop apps debut on macOS these days, but Google went straight for Microsoft’s backyard.

EP.92 – Microsoft’s Copilot Overload

Podcasts April 13, 2026 0

You’ll discover why Microsoft’s heavy-handed copilot branding might be backfiring, and what it says about their long-term vision for AI.

Legal

Snap Cuts 1,000 Jobs and Blames AI For The Shake‑Up

Legal April 15, 2026 0

The memo framed the cuts as an “incredibly difficult” but necessary step toward profitability.

How the Iran Conflict Endangers Microsoft and Other US Tech Investments in the Gulf

AI April 2, 2026 0

The Gulf region is not just a convenient expansion zone for American tech companies. It has become one of the world’s fastest‑growing AI infrastructure corridors.

$373 Million Verdict Raises New Questions About Meta’s Teen Safety Practices

Meta March 25, 2026 0

After a lengthy investigation and a trial that pulled back the curtain on Meta’s internal decision-making, jurors ruled that the company deceived teens and their families about the safety of its platforms.

The Global RAM Crisis Is Getting Worse and AI Is to Blame

AI March 19, 2026 0

He said it takes four to five years just to secure additional wafers, which means the industry is locked into this trajectory

Microsoft Says Amazon’s $50B OpenAI Deal Violates Azure Exclusivity

Legal March 18, 2026 0

The unresolved question is whether the original contract can stretch far enough to accommodate the company OpenAI has become.

Microsoft 365

Microsoft’s Recall Problem Isn’t Just Technical. It’s Trust.

News April 16, 2026 0

The vault door is titanium, but the wall next to it is drywall.

Microsoft uses its ecosystem to counter MacBook Neo

Microsoft 365 April 15, 2026 0

It's no secret that MacBook Neo has shaken the...

Microsoft’s AI Bill Is Coming Due, and Investors Are Losing Their Patience

AI March 30, 2026 0

Microsoft’s stock is “on track for its worst quarterly performance since the global financial crisis” as concerns mount over its AI spending

Unofficial ChatGPT Use Forcefully Halts Seattle’s Microsoft Copilot Pilot

Copilot March 16, 2026 0

Mayor Wilson expressed concerns about whether the city was truly prepared for the long-term implications of these tools.

Copilot Cowork Steps In Where Your Calendar Gave Up

AI March 9, 2026 0

Copilot Cowork is Microsoft’s new system for turning a request into a structured plan, then carrying out that plan across Outlook, Teams, Excel, and the rest of Microsoft 365.

Windows

Microsoft’s Recall Problem Isn’t Just Technical. It’s Trust.

News April 16, 2026 0

The vault door is titanium, but the wall next to it is drywall.

Google’s Desktop App for Windows Is Out Worldwide

Google April 14, 2026 0

Most AI related desktop apps debut on macOS these days, but Google went straight for Microsoft’s backyard.

Windows Insider Program Becomes Simpler

Windows Insider April 13, 2026 0

If something breaks, it is not just a staged rollout issue anymore. It is also a configuration problem you opted into.

Microsoft’s Notepad Steps Back From Copilot

Copilot April 9, 2026 0

The newest Notepad build for Insiders removes the Copilot icon entirely. In its place is a simple pen symbol and a renamed menu called writing tools.

Windows Insider Meetups Are Back, and So Is Microsoft’s Interest in Windows

Windows Insider April 8, 2026 0

It humanized the people behind Windows and reminded Insiders that their feedback wasn’t just disappearing into a void.

Reviews

Bose SoundLink Micro 2 Review: Rugged, Clear, and Surprisingly Loud

Reviews March 17, 2026 0

No one is giving the trophy to a Bluetooth speaker, but watching that tiny blue square help steady a team in the final stretch of preparation said a lot about its real‑world usefulness.

A Dancers Review of Gunnar’s Themed Eyewear Collection

Reviews February 27, 2026 0

Her favorite part was the case. She said it looks like something her students would immediately try to steal, which is probably true.

Gunnar’s New Fallout Designs Feel Pulled From the Wasteland

Reviews February 24, 2026 0

These glasses feel like artifacts from the show that somehow slipped into our timeline.

First Impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Pro

Gadgets February 23, 2026 0

It’s not perfect, but it’s easily one of the strongest Windows laptops of early 2026 and a sign that Intel’s comeback narrative might actually be real this time.

Review: The Tecra A60-M and Dynabook a brand to know

News January 5, 2026 0

Introduction The life of a tech journalist is ever-changing and...

Editorials

Apple might lure me back from Windows… Again

News March 4, 2026 0

I think this is a fun and brutally honest...

Microsoft’s AI Pivot From Partner to Proprietor

Editorial February 12, 2026 0

The practical consequence is simple and expensive. Microsoft is effectively paying for access to the fastest external models while also investing in building its own. That buys optionality, but multiplies cost, complexity, and internal coordination challenges.

Dire Warning: Microsoft’s AI Gambit and the Dawn of Tech’s Next Big Bubble

Editorial October 25, 2025 0

Deutsche Bank calculates that, without tech-related investment (read: AI and data center spending), the U.S. would already be in a recession in 2025. In other words, AI is currently propping up GDP, just as telecom CapEx did before the dot-com crash.

Initial Hands‑On With The Dell XPS Premium 14 With GeForce RTX 4050

Reviews October 9, 2025 0

It trades ultralight portability for a more robust build and better performance under load, and Dell’s software lets you tune that balance.

A Trojan Horse of Trade Paves the Way for More Control of Chip Makers

AI August 15, 2025 0

One trade lawyer, as cited in the report, noted that this arrangement looks "a lot like the government is skimming a little bit off the top."

Gaming

Free Play Days is a two game mix this week

News April 16, 2026 0

I enjoy covering our weekly Free Play Days; sometimes...

Microsoft Admits Xbox Game Pass Costs Have Gone Too Far

Gaming April 13, 2026 0

Game Pass has become too expensive for players and that the company needs a better value equation.

Amazon Luna Gives Up on Game Ownership, Fully Embraces the Subscription Future

Amazon April 13, 2026 0

Luna is no longer pretending to be a flexible, player friendly cloud platform.

Xbox Is Refreshing Achievements, and Insiders Get the First Look

Gaming April 8, 2026 0

Now Microsoft is giving that system a thoughtful upgrade, and Xbox Insiders are the first to try it out.

Undead Labs Launches State of Decay 3 Alpha Playtest Registration

Gaming April 3, 2026 0

That philosophy is built directly into the playtest itself, which will feature four player co-op, new base building and resource strategies, and what Fitzgerald described as “a whole lot of combat.”

Deals

Alienware 27 QD‑OLED Monitor Brings Premium Gaming to a Mid‑Range Price

Dell April 14, 2026 0

Now packaged for gamers who want flagship performance without the flagship price

ASUS Zenbook A16 Proves Windows on ARM Laptops Can Deliver Real Value

ASUS April 7, 2026 0

The version offering 48GB of RAM for 1,599 dollars stands out as one of the most aggressively equipped Windows laptops in its class

Amazon Spring Savings on Smart Home Gear and Everyday Essentials

Deals March 26, 2026 0

There is also a bundle option for the NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 with pen and case at $179.88

GUNNAR Optiks Introduces Novato, a Modern Take on the Classic Aviator

Deals March 25, 2026 0

It is a frame built for people who spend long hours in front of screens or in the sky, and it brings a level of refinement that feels right at home in both worlds.

Bose SoundLink Micro 2 Review: Rugged, Clear, and Surprisingly Loud

Reviews March 17, 2026 0

No one is giving the trophy to a Bluetooth speaker, but watching that tiny blue square help steady a team in the final stretch of preparation said a lot about its real‑world usefulness.

Software

Stardock lauches Connection Explorer 1.0

News April 14, 2026 0

Stardock has officially released Connection Explorer 1.0, a Windows...

Microsoft’s Notepad Steps Back From Copilot

Copilot April 9, 2026 0

The newest Notepad build for Insiders removes the Copilot icon entirely. In its place is a simple pen symbol and a renamed menu called writing tools.

The Copilot Everywhere Era and the Slow Creep of AI Apathy

Copilot April 8, 2026 0

We have reached the point where slapping an AI label on something is easier than explaining what it actually does.

Your Outlook Links Are About to Meet Copilot Before the Web

Copilot February 25, 2026 0

It simply states that Microsoft is introducing a new experience where links clicked in Outlook will open in Edge and pass through Copilot.

The Slow Farewell Tour of The Windows Control Panel

Windows February 24, 2026 0

For decades, it was the place where every knob, toggle, and obscure configuration lived. But in 2026, the Control Panel is looking more like a museum exhibit than a living part of Windows.

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Google Chrome’s AI Mode Update Adds Side‑by‑Side Browsing and Smarter Search

Google April 16, 2026 0

The company’s latest update to AI Mode in Chrome aims to break that cycle of tab hopping by turning the browser into a more conversational, context-aware companion.

Gemini prepay billing will help you keep your AI budget under control

Google April 15, 2026 0

AI is growing more expensive by the day, and...

Microsoft Launches MAI‑Image‑2‑Efficient for Faster AI Image Generation

AI April 14, 2026 0

That earlier launch is a milestone for the company’s Foundry initiative, and the follow‑up suggests the pace is not slowing down.

Google’s Desktop App for Windows Is Out Worldwide

Google April 14, 2026 0

Most AI related desktop apps debut on macOS these days, but Google went straight for Microsoft’s backyard.

EP.92 – Microsoft’s Copilot Overload

Podcasts April 13, 2026 0

You’ll discover why Microsoft’s heavy-handed copilot branding might be backfiring, and what it says about their long-term vision for AI.

Legal

Snap Cuts 1,000 Jobs and Blames AI For The Shake‑Up

Legal April 15, 2026 0

The memo framed the cuts as an “incredibly difficult” but necessary step toward profitability.

How the Iran Conflict Endangers Microsoft and Other US Tech Investments in the Gulf

AI April 2, 2026 0

The Gulf region is not just a convenient expansion zone for American tech companies. It has become one of the world’s fastest‑growing AI infrastructure corridors.

$373 Million Verdict Raises New Questions About Meta’s Teen Safety Practices

Meta March 25, 2026 0

The Global RAM Crisis Is Getting Worse and AI Is to Blame

AI March 19, 2026 0

He said it takes four to five years just to secure additional wafers, which means the industry is locked into this trajectory

Microsoft Says Amazon’s $50B OpenAI Deal Violates Azure Exclusivity

Legal March 18, 2026 0

The unresolved question is whether the original contract can stretch far enough to accommodate the company OpenAI has become.

Microsoft 365

Microsoft’s Recall Problem Isn’t Just Technical. It’s Trust.

News April 16, 2026 0

The vault door is titanium, but the wall next to it is drywall.

Microsoft uses its ecosystem to counter MacBook Neo

Microsoft 365 April 15, 2026 0

It's no secret that MacBook Neo has shaken the...

Microsoft’s AI Bill Is Coming Due, and Investors Are Losing Their Patience

AI March 30, 2026 0

Microsoft’s stock is “on track for its worst quarterly performance since the global financial crisis” as concerns mount over its AI spending

Unofficial ChatGPT Use Forcefully Halts Seattle’s Microsoft Copilot Pilot

Copilot March 16, 2026 0

Mayor Wilson expressed concerns about whether the city was truly prepared for the long-term implications of these tools.

Copilot Cowork Steps In Where Your Calendar Gave Up

AI March 9, 2026 0

Copilot Cowork is Microsoft’s new system for turning a request into a structured plan, then carrying out that plan across Outlook, Teams, Excel, and the rest of Microsoft 365.

Windows

Microsoft’s Recall Problem Isn’t Just Technical. It’s Trust.

News April 16, 2026 0

The vault door is titanium, but the wall next to it is drywall.

Google’s Desktop App for Windows Is Out Worldwide

Google April 14, 2026 0

Most AI related desktop apps debut on macOS these days, but Google went straight for Microsoft’s backyard.

Windows Insider Program Becomes Simpler

Windows Insider April 13, 2026 0

If something breaks, it is not just a staged rollout issue anymore. It is also a configuration problem you opted into.

Microsoft’s Notepad Steps Back From Copilot

Copilot April 9, 2026 0

The newest Notepad build for Insiders removes the Copilot icon entirely. In its place is a simple pen symbol and a renamed menu called writing tools.

Windows Insider Meetups Are Back, and So Is Microsoft’s Interest in Windows

Windows Insider April 8, 2026 0

It humanized the people behind Windows and reminded Insiders that their feedback wasn’t just disappearing into a void.

Reviews

Bose SoundLink Micro 2 Review: Rugged, Clear, and Surprisingly Loud

Reviews March 17, 2026 0

No one is giving the trophy to a Bluetooth speaker, but watching that tiny blue square help steady a team in the final stretch of preparation said a lot about its real‑world usefulness.

A Dancers Review of Gunnar’s Themed Eyewear Collection

Reviews February 27, 2026 0

Her favorite part was the case. She said it looks like something her students would immediately try to steal, which is probably true.

Gunnar’s New Fallout Designs Feel Pulled From the Wasteland

Reviews February 24, 2026 0

These glasses feel like artifacts from the show that somehow slipped into our timeline.

First Impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Pro

Gadgets February 23, 2026 0

It’s not perfect, but it’s easily one of the strongest Windows laptops of early 2026 and a sign that Intel’s comeback narrative might actually be real this time.

Review: The Tecra A60-M and Dynabook a brand to know

News January 5, 2026 0

Introduction The life of a tech journalist is ever-changing and...

Editorials

Apple might lure me back from Windows… Again

News March 4, 2026 0

I think this is a fun and brutally honest...

Microsoft’s AI Pivot From Partner to Proprietor

Editorial February 12, 2026 0

Dire Warning: Microsoft’s AI Gambit and the Dawn of Tech’s Next Big Bubble

Editorial October 25, 2025 0

Initial Hands‑On With The Dell XPS Premium 14 With GeForce RTX 4050

Reviews October 9, 2025 0

It trades ultralight portability for a more robust build and better performance under load, and Dell’s software lets you tune that balance.

A Trojan Horse of Trade Paves the Way for More Control of Chip Makers

AI August 15, 2025 0

One trade lawyer, as cited in the report, noted that this arrangement looks "a lot like the government is skimming a little bit off the top."

Gaming

Free Play Days is a two game mix this week

News April 16, 2026 0

I enjoy covering our weekly Free Play Days; sometimes...

Microsoft Admits Xbox Game Pass Costs Have Gone Too Far

Gaming April 13, 2026 0

Game Pass has become too expensive for players and that the company needs a better value equation.

Amazon Luna Gives Up on Game Ownership, Fully Embraces the Subscription Future

Amazon April 13, 2026 0

Luna is no longer pretending to be a flexible, player friendly cloud platform.

Xbox Is Refreshing Achievements, and Insiders Get the First Look

Gaming April 8, 2026 0

Now Microsoft is giving that system a thoughtful upgrade, and Xbox Insiders are the first to try it out.

Undead Labs Launches State of Decay 3 Alpha Playtest Registration

Gaming April 3, 2026 0

Deals

Alienware 27 QD‑OLED Monitor Brings Premium Gaming to a Mid‑Range Price

Dell April 14, 2026 0

Now packaged for gamers who want flagship performance without the flagship price

ASUS Zenbook A16 Proves Windows on ARM Laptops Can Deliver Real Value

ASUS April 7, 2026 0

The version offering 48GB of RAM for 1,599 dollars stands out as one of the most aggressively equipped Windows laptops in its class

Amazon Spring Savings on Smart Home Gear and Everyday Essentials

Deals March 26, 2026 0

There is also a bundle option for the NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 with pen and case at $179.88

GUNNAR Optiks Introduces Novato, a Modern Take on the Classic Aviator

Deals March 25, 2026 0

It is a frame built for people who spend long hours in front of screens or in the sky, and it brings a level of refinement that feels right at home in both worlds.

Bose SoundLink Micro 2 Review: Rugged, Clear, and Surprisingly Loud

Reviews March 17, 2026 0

No one is giving the trophy to a Bluetooth speaker, but watching that tiny blue square help steady a team in the final stretch of preparation said a lot about its real‑world usefulness.

Software

Stardock lauches Connection Explorer 1.0

News April 14, 2026 0

Stardock has officially released Connection Explorer 1.0, a Windows...

Microsoft’s Notepad Steps Back From Copilot

Copilot April 9, 2026 0

The newest Notepad build for Insiders removes the Copilot icon entirely. In its place is a simple pen symbol and a renamed menu called writing tools.

The Copilot Everywhere Era and the Slow Creep of AI Apathy

Copilot April 8, 2026 0

We have reached the point where slapping an AI label on something is easier than explaining what it actually does.

Your Outlook Links Are About to Meet Copilot Before the Web

Copilot February 25, 2026 0

It simply states that Microsoft is introducing a new experience where links clicked in Outlook will open in Edge and pass through Copilot.

The Slow Farewell Tour of The Windows Control Panel

Windows February 24, 2026 0

For decades, it was the place where every knob, toggle, and obscure configuration lived. But in 2026, the Control Panel is looking more like a museum exhibit than a living part of Windows.

Company

Instagram

Copilot
- Microsoft Launches MAI‑Image‑2‑Efficient for Faster AI Image Generation
  
  April 14, 2026
  
  EP.92 – Microsoft’s Copilot Overload
  
  April 13, 2026
  
  Microsoft’s Notepad Steps Back From Copilot
  
  April 9, 2026
  
  The Copilot Everywhere Era and the Slow Creep of AI Apathy
  
  April 8, 2026
  
  Microsoft Tops Google in Multilingual AI Benchmarking
  
  April 8, 2026
Gadgets
- Alienware 27 QD‑OLED Monitor Brings Premium Gaming to a Mid‑Range Price
  
  April 14, 2026
  
  Amazon Spring Savings on Smart Home Gear and Everyday Essentials
  
  March 26, 2026
  
  Dell Reimagines Its Commercial PCs With the 2026 Pro Series Launch
  
  March 26, 2026
  
  GUNNAR Optiks Introduces Novato, a Modern Take on the Classic Aviator
  
  March 25, 2026
  
  Bose SoundLink Micro 2 Review: Rugged, Clear, and Surprisingly Loud
  
  March 17, 2026
Gaming
- Free Play Days is a two game mix this week
  
  April 16, 2026
  
  Microsoft Admits Xbox Game Pass Costs Have Gone Too Far
  
  April 13, 2026
  
  Amazon Luna Gives Up on Game Ownership, Fully Embraces the Subscription Future
  
  April 13, 2026
  
  Xbox Is Refreshing Achievements, and Insiders Get the First Look
  
  April 8, 2026
  
  Undead Labs Launches State of Decay 3 Alpha Playtest Registration
  
  April 3, 2026
Microsoft 365
- Microsoft’s Recall Problem Isn’t Just Technical. It’s Trust.
  
  April 16, 2026
  
  Microsoft uses its ecosystem to counter MacBook Neo
  
  April 15, 2026
  
  Microsoft’s AI Bill Is Coming Due, and Investors Are Losing Their Patience
  
  March 30, 2026
  
  Unofficial ChatGPT Use Forcefully Halts Seattle’s Microsoft Copilot Pilot
  
  March 16, 2026
  
  Copilot Cowork Steps In Where Your Calendar Gave Up
  
  March 9, 2026
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Podcasts
- EP.92 – Microsoft’s Copilot Overload
  
  April 13, 2026
  
  EP.91 – Nintendo Preps For A Gaming Downturn, OpenAI Grows Up
  
  March 30, 2026
  
  EP.90 – Microsoft’s Thrupple Problems with OpenAI and AWS
  
  March 24, 2026
  
  EP.89 – Microsoft Dominates GDC 2026 as PC Sales Crash and EA Cuts Jobs
  
  March 16, 2026
  
  EP.88 – Devices Developers, and Disruption: Apple’s Updates, Microsoft’s Move, and MWC 2026
  
  March 9, 2026
Reviews
- Bose SoundLink Micro 2 Review: Rugged, Clear, and Surprisingly Loud
  
  March 17, 2026
  
  A Dancers Review of Gunnar’s Themed Eyewear Collection
  
  February 27, 2026
  
  Gunnar’s New Fallout Designs Feel Pulled From the Wasteland
  
  February 24, 2026
  
  First Impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Pro
  
  February 23, 2026
  
  Review: The Tecra A60-M and Dynabook a brand to know
  
  January 5, 2026
Windows
- Microsoft’s Recall Problem Isn’t Just Technical. It’s Trust.
  
  April 16, 2026
  
  Google’s Desktop App for Windows Is Out Worldwide
  
  April 14, 2026
  
  Windows Insider Program Becomes Simpler
  
  April 13, 2026
  
  Microsoft’s Notepad Steps Back From Copilot
  
  April 9, 2026
  
  Windows Insider Meetups Are Back, and So Is Microsoft’s Interest in Windows
  
  April 8, 2026
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Notepad and Paint Gain New Features in Latest Windows 11 Build

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Microsoft Is Modernizing Notepad’s Right-Click Menu

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Free Play Days is a two game mix this week

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I enjoy covering our weekly Free Play Days; sometimes...

Google Chrome’s AI Mode Update Adds Side‑by‑Side Browsing and Smarter Search

Google April 16, 2026 0

The company’s latest update to AI Mode in Chrome aims to break that cycle of tab hopping by turning the browser into a more conversational, context-aware companion.

Microsoft’s Recall Problem Isn’t Just Technical. It’s Trust.

News April 16, 2026 0

The vault door is titanium, but the wall next to it is drywall.

Snap Cuts 1,000 Jobs and Blames AI For The Shake‑Up

Legal April 15, 2026 0

The memo framed the cuts as an “incredibly difficult” but necessary step toward profitability.

Samsung, Apple Grow as Market Falls 4.1%

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IDC describes the situation as one of the most challenging periods the smartphone sector has faced in years, with “acute memory supply constraints” f

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Game Pass has become too expensive for players and that the company needs a better value equation.

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