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On the eve of its official launch, the world’s most famous AI chatbot very nearly debuted under the considerably more cumbersome moniker of “Chat with GPT-3.5.” According to a telling discussion on the OpenAI podcast featuring principal researcher Mark Chen and ChatGPT CEO Nick Turley, the...

As Microsoft approaches the official end of support date for Windows 10, a quiet but consequential shift is underway in the wider Windows ecosystem—one that extends far beyond Redmond’s official timelines or statements. Google Chrome, the world’s most widely used browser, is already positioning...

The evolution of ChatGPT from a text-based curiosity to a cultural, technological, and business phenomenon has not just sparked excitement but also anxiety about the future of human-computer relationships, workplace skills, and—crucially—user privacy. In a recent wide-ranging interview, OpenAI...

Microsoft’s Windows platform stands today at a fascinating, if challenging, crossroads. In a blog post last week, Microsoft Executive Vice President Yusuf Mehdi confirmed that Windows now powers more than one billion active devices globally. While this figure remains dauntingly large—by far the...

Microsoft’s gradual approach to winding down support for Windows 10 sits squarely at the center of a growing storm, with privacy advocates, environmental campaigners, enterprises, and everyday consumers all questioning the company’s motives, methods, and the real-world consequences of its...

Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC family has landed in Singapore with an ambitious promise: to democratize AI-driven computing by marrying compelling hardware with a deep-seated integration of artificial intelligence right at the core of Windows 11. With the unveiling of the Surface Pro, 12-inch, and...

More than a year into Microsoft’s Copilot+ era, the flood of marketing, device launches, and bold AI promises has given way to a sobering dose of real-world user sentiment: much of the Windows community simply doesn’t care. Not about the badge. Not about the “revolution.” Not unless this new...

For years, Windows users have grown accustomed to the subtle—but sometimes obtrusive—onscreen pop-up indicators that appear when adjusting volume, brightness, airplane mode, or managing virtual desktops. Historically, these indicators have stubbornly appeared only at the bottom of the display...

The landscape of artificial intelligence chatbots has rapidly evolved, with state-of-the-art models infiltrating everyday life and increasingly turning to voice conversations as a primary interface. Voice mode chatbots on platforms from OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Meta, and xAI are vying not only...

From early June, a widespread and unexpected clash between Microsoft Family Safety and Google Chrome has sparked concern and confusion among parents, children, and everyday Windows users. Microsoft has confirmed the existence of a bug within its Family Safety suite that prevents the Chrome...

Millions of Windows 10 users are facing a significant crossroads as Microsoft prepares to end official support for the world’s most popular desktop operating system. While the curtain was originally set to fall for all except corporate clients this October, a new lifeline has emerged—albeit with...

Microsoft’s recent announcement to extend Windows 10 support, contingent on Windows Backup and cloud integration, is reshaping the transition timeline for millions of users as the previous end-of-support deadline looms. In a tech world where change is seldom linear, Microsoft’s nuanced shift not...

The U.S. House of Representatives has recently prohibited the use of WhatsApp on government-issued devices, citing significant security and privacy concerns. An internal memo from the House's Chief Administrative Officer highlighted issues such as the app's lack of transparency in data...

As the countdown to the end of official support for Windows 10 nears its inevitable conclusion, a seismic shift is underway in the world of personal computing—a shift vigorously championed by Microsoft itself. October 14, 2025, marks the official sunset for Windows 10, a version that for many...

Windows 11 is on the verge of becoming the most widely used desktop operating system, closely trailing Windows 10. According to StatCounter's June 2025 report, Windows 11's market share increased by 4.44% last month, rising from 43.22% to 47.66%. In contrast, Windows 10's share declined from...

The recent turmoil surrounding Windows Hello facial recognition has thrown an unforeseen wrench into the daily routines of countless Windows users who depend on effortless, secure access to their devices. The technology, celebrated for its speed and reliability regardless of ambient lighting...

In living rooms, schools, and offices across America, Artificial Intelligence has woven itself into the daily fabric of life, yet the nation’s sentiment towards this seismic technology is notably ambivalent. Rather than uniting, dividing, or even energizing the public, AI has created a landscape...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Windows operating systems, a recent incident has thrust Microsoft’s user policies into the spotlight, sparking heated debate across social media, forums, and mainstream tech outlets. On June 17th, a Windows 11 user shared a deeply frustrating experience on...

For years, Windows Hello has represented a cornerstone of Microsoft’s commitment to both security and user convenience, providing seamless facial recognition sign-ins for millions of users. Historically, this technology has leveraged infrared (IR) sensors rather than optical cameras alone...

Windows Hello has long been celebrated as one of the flagship features of Microsoft’s security-centric push in Windows 11, offering a slick, passwordless login experience by harnessing biometric recognition—most notably facial authentication. With its ability to unlock devices in a split second...