device performance

For years, battery life has been a polemic frontier in the world of Windows laptops—an arena where every incremental improvement has been weaponized in advertising, and enthusiast communities alike have shone a relentless spotlight. Now, with the arrival of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite chips...

Microsoft’s recent unveiling of the Surface Pro 12-inch represents a significant milestone in its longstanding partnership with Qualcomm, potentially setting a new benchmark for ultraportable 2-in-1 devices. This latest iteration, paired with the Snapdragon X Plus platform, delivers impressive...

Microsoft’s bold expansion of its Surface lineup with the new 13-inch Surface Laptop and 12-inch Surface Pro, both powered by the highly anticipated Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus processor, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of premium Windows devices. Emphasizing next-generation AI...

Westcoast’s recent move to bring Snapdragon X Series processors to the UK channel signifies a pivotal moment not only for the IT hardware distribution landscape but also for the broader trajectory of AI-enabled PC adoption across the country. This announcement, made in conjunction with Qualcomm...

Every few years, the technology industry rallies around a new buzzword that promises to fundamentally reshape the way we interact with our devices. In 2024, that label is firmly affixed to “AI PCs”—a new breed of laptops and desktops sporting neural processing units (NPUs) designed to handle...

Microsoft’s campaign to move Windows 10 users onto Windows 11–specifically, new Copilot+ PCs–marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of consumer computing. As Windows 10’s end-of-life approaches, signaled by the looming cessation of security updates and mainstream support, Microsoft is not only...

When it comes to managing a Windows computer’s performance and energy usage, the power plan is the silent puppet master behind the curtain. Most users are passingly familiar with the default offerings—Power Saver, Balanced, and High Performance—and perhaps even switch between them when...

For many Android users, particularly those sticking with budget-friendly models, wringing every extra minute of battery life out of a device is not just a technical exercise but a way of life. With mobile phones playing a central role in modern living, from handling work to managing social...

Windows 11 users, rejoice! The popular third-party app Battery Flyout has just received a major update that brings enhanced battery reporting features directly to your fingertips. Originally designed to provide improved battery tracking for laptops, tablets, and connected Bluetooth devices, the...

Welcome to another round of tech insights on WindowsForum.com! Today, we’re diving into one of the most useful—yet often overlooked—features in Windows Security: the Device Performance & Health dashboard. Whether you're a casual Windows user or a discerning technophile, this guide will help you...

Whenever I turn My laptop on, these horizontal lines appear on my screen everytime, and they glitch, pls give me a solution to this problem. This has become really problematic. *I have opened my laptop, and removed the ram, no problem there. Pls give me a solution to this *My laptop has a 144hz...

Keeping your Windows device running smoothly is not just a luxury—it's essential in today’s world of digital threats and performance hiccups. Thankfully, Microsoft’s built-in Windows Security feature acts as your personal IT assistant by providing a health report to monitor your device’s...

In the ever-evolving landscape of IT management, the ability to swiftly address critical issues and enhance device performance is paramount. Windows 11 users can now benefit from a significant advancement in the Expedite capability, allowing for the expedited delivery of non-security updates...

Learn how to use the PC Health Check app to help you improve your device performance. Continue reading...

Windows Analytics accelerates enterprise Windows 10 migration. Traditionally, migrating to a new operating system while ensuring legacy applications and drivers are compatible has been a time-consuming and costly project for organizations. Windows Analytics transforms this process. With Update...

Link Removed This week at Link Removed in London we talked to business and IT leaders about the role technology can play in transforming organizations. We are at the edge of a major technology shift towards more intelligent computing – one fueled by the rise of data, artificial intelligence...

Hello Windows Insiders! Thanks for being patient with us as we upgraded some of our engineering tools last week. Our build monitoring system is purring again and today we are excited to be releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14926 for PC and Mobile to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring...

My Toshiba Satellite laptop won't boot up despite being fine last night. I've pressed the power button but nothing happens - no noise, nothing on the screen, no lights on the keys or buttons. I've plugged it into a charger and the same happens. I know the charger works because I've tested it on...

Hey, does anyone know which is the best benchmark for testing the all-around performance of a Windows device? I don't wanna pay for it so it'd better be free.:razz:

I have 2 HP webcams "4110 & and new 5210"If I check the white balance on the 4110 I have a nice clear picture with no yellow from the indoor lights. If I uncheck it I get a yellow picture. On the 5210 it don't matter if I check the white balance or not because it doesn't make any difference. I'm...