windows on arm

From the moment Windows first appeared on Arm-based laptops, the promise was tantalizing: all the power, versatility, and software compatibility of Microsoft’s ecosystem, running on the ultra-efficient, always-connected hardware that transformed smartphones and tablets. But for years, the...

The long-awaited release of an official Windows 11 ISO for Arm-based devices marks a pivotal moment in Microsoft’s multi-year journey to make Windows on Arm a robust alternative to the entrenched x86 platform. With Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite processors generating considerable industry...

A major shift is underway in Microsoft’s Surface hardware lineup, with the company doubling down on Arm-based designs for general consumers while quietly continuing its support for Intel-powered variants—albeit behind the opaque walls of business channels. Throughout the ongoing evolution...

Microsoft is intensifying its efforts to redefine premium portable computing by exploring the compact segment of the Surface lineup. Sources report that the company is on the verge of unveiling two new devices: a smaller Surface Pro and a smaller Surface Laptop, both featuring Snapdragon X...

The evolution of personal computing has been defined by fierce competition, relentless innovation, and recent paradigm shifts that challenge established norms. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the growing momentum behind Windows on Arm, Microsoft’s ambitious initiative to bring...

In recent months, the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X system-on-chip (SoC), has garnered unexpected attention on Amazon — but not solely for its technological achievements. Instead, the device has been visibly flagged on its Amazon product page as a "frequently...

When browsing for a new Windows ultrabook in today's crowded marketplace, shoppers expect a seamless out-of-box experience—reliable performance, broad software compatibility, and minimal friction from purchase to daily use. Yet recent events surrounding the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, now front...

Microsoft’s Surface lineup has long been at the intersection of design innovation and performance flexibility, frequently leading the Windows ecosystem in integrating the newest hardware advancements. The Surface family, which began as an assertive experiment in tablet-laptop hybrids, is now a...

In the crowded landscape of Windows 2-in-1 devices, ASUS' ProArt PZ13 marks a notable shift: it is the first Copilot+ PC to go toe-to-toe with Microsoft's recently launched Surface Pro 11, challenging the company's near-monopoly on high-end detachable Windows tablets. With a vibrant 3K OLED...

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and powerful, compact hardware is poised to redefine the desktop computing experience for Windows users. After Microsoft’s blitz of Arm-based Copilot Plus laptops in mid-2024, industry observers have speculated for months: when will Copilot...

The landscape of Windows laptops has undergone a dramatic transformation with the arrival of Copilot+ PCs—devices that don’t merely flirt with artificial intelligence, but put cutting-edge AI capabilities front and center. With the proliferation of models featuring advanced Neural Processing...

Windhawk, a widely praised Windows customization utility, recently took a significant step forward with version 1.6, now offering full support for ARM64-based Windows devices powered by Snapdragon processors. This major update positions Windhawk as an essential tool for users seeking to enhance...

For many Windows 11 users, the Start menu remains a contentious design element—some appreciate its minimalist, touch-friendly layout, while others yearn for the rich customizability and classic feel of earlier Windows iterations. Since its debut, the Windows 11 Start menu has notably divided...

Botspot’s BVM: Bringing Lightning-Fast Windows 11 to Raspberry Pi In a world where innovative shortcuts frequently reshape our computing experiences, one project is making waves among Windows enthusiasts and hardware tinkerers alike. Botspot’s BVM is transforming the long-held dream of running...

KB5058688: Phi Silica AI component update version 1.7.824.0 probably won’t be the title you boast about at your next dinner party, but for those with Qualcomm-powered Windows systems, it’s the under-the-hood action that’s quietly steering the future of PC intelligence. Like a midway firmware...

Just a few short weeks ago, getting hardcore machine learning work done on Windows devices powered by Arm chips was kind of like asking your dog to file your taxes — theoretically possible, but you’d be the one left whimpering at the end. Sure, you could run PyTorch, the open-source darling of...

Windows 11 ARM on iPad Air with UTM and JIT: Dream, Dare, or Just Dilemma? Picture this: you're brandishing a futuristic tablet at a coffee shop, all smug and secure in the knowledge that, beneath that shiny Apple logo, it’s running Windows 11 ARM. If your inner IT rebel is tickled by such...

Once upon a time, running Windows on anything that didn't loudly hum with the unmistakable whine of a spinning hard drive and sport the logo of a major PC manufacturer was reserved for the kind of digital wizardry that inspired equal parts awe and “Are you sure you want to do this?” Today...

A Bold Leap on Your Wrist: Windows on ARM Meets Smartwatch Technology In a surprising twist that could only be described as straight out of a tech thriller, a determined developer has successfully ported Windows on ARM to a device you might normally glance at while checking the time—a...

Proton, renowned for its uncompromising stance on privacy and security, has expanded its suite of services by rolling out a native version of Proton Drive for Windows on ARM devices. This update is more than just a technical upgrade—it’s a significant milestone for users who rely on ARM-powered...