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Microsoft’s extra one‑year grace period doesn’t change the harsh reality: millions of perfectly usable PCs will soon be locked out of the official Windows 11 upgrade unless owners either accept unsupported hacks or invest in small—but sometimes nontrivial—hardware changes. Background: the...

A newly discovered bug in Windows 10’s Game Bar is creating unexpected turbulence for a subset of high-end PC gamers, particularly those running systems equipped with AMD’s powerhouse Ryzen 3D V-Cache processors. Reports have surfaced from reputable sources highlighting that, under specific...

In March 2025, Microsoft released an update to the Xbox Game Bar, a built-in Windows feature designed to enhance gaming experiences by providing overlays for resource monitoring, capturing gameplay, and more. This update introduced a refreshed interface and additional functionalities. However...

Compact desktop computing has evolved into a fiercely competitive segment, offering affordable, high-performance solutions for a wide swath of users—from remote workers and digital creators to casual and even competitive gamers. Nowhere is this trend more evident than in the latest crop of mini...

Since Microsoft unveiled Windows 11, users across a spectrum of hardware have voiced persistent concerns about lag, slowness, and an overall lack of the responsiveness that once typified Windows 10. The promise of a sleeker interface, refined system apps, and improved productivity tools has been...

For years, desktop PC enthusiasts and power users have watched from the sidelines as Microsoft’s Copilot Plus features—a suite of advanced AI tools promising transformative productivity and creativity—have rolled out exclusively on select laptops. That landscape is poised for a dramatic shift in...

Modern work demands more from laptops than ever before. The contemporary working professional juggles dynamic schedules, intensive multitasking, and demands for both performance and reliability—often on the go. With laptops serving as the very foundation of innovation, communication, and...

For PC gamers and power users alike, squeezing every last ounce of performance from their systems is a top priority, especially when it involves high-end hardware like AMD’s Ryzen X3D processors. These chips have received widespread acclaim for their cutting-edge 3D V-Cache technology, leading...

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 "Strix Halo" represents a significant advancement in AMD's processor lineup, integrating cutting-edge AI capabilities with robust performance metrics. As users consider this processor for their computing needs, a critical question arises: which operating...

Microsoft’s ambitious bet on Copilot+ PCs was supposed to unleash a new era for personal computing: one in which local artificial intelligence (AI) transformed productivity, creativity, and the fundamental PC experience. But a year after the initial hype, the industry is facing a sobering...

AMD’s continual push to keep its Ryzen platforms secure and performing at their best took another step forward with the release of chipset driver version 7.06.02.123—available now for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users. This rollout comes on the heels of a major firmware patch addressing the...

In the ongoing effort to strengthen hardware security, recent developments have revealed a critical vulnerability impacting the TPM-Pluton implementation in AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 series CPUs. This underscores the evolving challenge of securing trusted computing modules as processors...

HostColor.com’s recent expansion into new data center locations in Los Angeles and New York with advanced AMD dedicated server offerings underscores several critical trends reshaping the cloud and hosting infrastructure sector. As organizations—from AI startups to large-scale SaaS providers—seek...

ASUS and Microsoft have unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, two handheld gaming consoles that blend ASUS's hardware prowess with Microsoft's gaming ecosystem. These devices aim to redefine portable gaming by integrating a custom Windows 11 experience tailored for controllers...

In a significant stride for both portable gaming and the Windows ecosystem, Microsoft and ASUS have unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally—a next-generation portable gaming console that promises to redefine the boundaries between console-style play and the versatility of Windows 11. Through collaboration...

Microsoft has unveiled its latest innovation in portable gaming: the ROG Xbox Ally and its premium counterpart, the ROG Xbox Ally X. These handheld devices, developed in collaboration with ASUS, are powered by AMD Ryzen processors and run a customized version of Windows 11, specifically...

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Microsoft and ASUS have unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally, a handheld gaming device poised to redefine portable gaming. Announced during the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, this device aims to compete directly with established handheld consoles like the Steam Deck and the...

Microsoft’s much-anticipated leap into the handheld gaming market is no longer just a rumor—it’s official. At the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, the company unveiled not just one, but two dedicated gaming handhelds, developed in partnership with ASUS: the ROG Xbox Ally and the more advanced ROG Xbox...

Microsoft's recent promotional campaign for Windows 11 Pro has sparked discussions within the tech community, particularly due to its exclusive emphasis on Intel's vPro processors, leaving AMD's Ryzen PRO series conspicuously absent. This development raises questions about the dynamics between...

When weighing the decision to upgrade a Windows 11 PC, the landscape has changed dramatically in just a few years—and the benefits extend far beyond the simple excitement of owning new hardware. Today’s PC market, fueled by advances from major chipmakers and dramatic shifts in component pricing...