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The majority of businesses are ready to update to Windows 11, but many are still holding back for some reason, research has claimed.A survey of more than 750,000 Windows endpoints by ControlUp found 88% of those yet to upgrade were able to cope with the move to Windows 11, 82% are yet to make the leap - with 11% needing to be fully replaced, and 1% requiring an upgrade.This is despite the official end of life deadline for Windows 10 services looming ever closer, with the date now just over a year away.
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Almost all Windows 10 systems can be upgraded to the new version — so why are businesses holding back?

We all know that some perfectly good Windows 10 PCs can't be upgraded to Windows 11. But did you know that Canalys Insights estimated that 240 million Windows 10 PCs are doomed to the trash heap because they can't be upgraded to Windows 11 after Microsoft dumps Windows 10 support on October 14, 2025? Wow. That's a lot of trashed PCs.

The Windows 10 clock is ticking: 5 ways to save your old PC in 2025 (most are free)

Windows 11 is a decent operating system, but for many people, it’s a step down from Windows 10. If you’ve ever wished that Windows 11 could be more like its predecessor, we have the answer. RevertSV is a Windows mod that changes Windows 11 features like the Start...

Transform Microsoft Windows 11 into Windows 10

Open the Contacts app or visit contacts.google.com. Select Trash (web) or Fix & manage > Trash (app). On Samsung, another way to find deleted numbers is in Settings > Battery and device care > Storage > Contacts. When you see the contact, tap it and then choose Recover. This article...

How to Find Deleted Phone Numbers on Android

Intel has shared more about the voltage-related issues that affected some 13th- and 14th-generation Core processors, as the company tries to put the episode behind it. As reported by Tom's Hardware, Intel says that the problem originated with "elevated operating voltage" stemming from "incorrect voltage requests," specifically an increase to the minimum operating voltage of the chips. These "elevated voltage events can accumulate over time," eventually damaging the processor and causing system hangs or crashes.

Intel details fixes for crashing 13th- and 14th-gen CPUs as BIOS updates roll out

Towards the end of last month, Microsoft released its non-security Windows preview update (C- release) for Windows 11 and Windows 10 under KB5040527 and KB5040525 respectively. However, a few days later, the company also quietly released one for Windows 11 version 24H2 (2024 update) as well under KB5040529 for Copilot+ PCs.

Microsoft quietly installing KB5001716 Windows 11/10 update for the good of your PC

For some Windows problems, a clean install is the quickest solution. If your system drive fails completely and you don't have a current backup image, it's the only solution. Accomplishing that task with the latest version of Windows 10 or Windows 11 is easy, thanks to the Media Creation Tool and a simple activation process. (For details, see How to install, reinstall, upgrade, and activate Windows 10.)

How to get a free Windows (or Linux) recovery image for your Dell, HP, Lenovo, or Microsoft Surface PC

Apple recently approved a new emulator app called UTM SE that enables your iPhone or iPad (or Vision Pro!) to masquerade as PC hardware and run honest-to-goodness computer desktop operating systems. Some of you asked in the comments section of my last story how it runs — a fair question that I couldn’t answer at the time. But now that I’ve tried it a little, I have answers, and I can say this much: it’s better than I expected, but I wouldn’t count on it for too much.

My iPad runs Windows XP now, and it’s all I ever wanted

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

You may need to close and reopen the app to see it, but according to Android expert Mishaal Rahman, Gemini is showing up for non-Google Workspace users. Gemini can do things like summarize emails, suggest next steps, or draft replies. Before now, you’ve needed a Google AI premium subscription or a Workspace account for access to the AI assistant.

Gemini may be rolling out to personal Gmail accounts on Android.

Update: Alongside this, Microsoft has also released an update for the Setup binaries under KB5041178. Towards the end of last month, Microsoft released its non-security Windows preview update (C- release) for Windows 11 and Windows 10 under KB5040527 and KB5040525, respectively. However, a few days later, the company also quietly released one for Windows 11 version 24H2 (2024 update) as well under KB5040529 for Copilot+ PCs.

KB5041979: Microsoft released new Windows 11 24H2 Recovery update

Hackers delivered malware to Windows and Mac users by compromising their Internet service provider and then tampering with software updates delivered over unsecure connections, researchers said. The attack, researchers from security firm Volexity said, worked by hacking routers or similar types of device infrastructure of an unnamed ISP. The attackers...

Mac and Windows users infected by software updates delivered over hacked ISP

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The Google Play Store houses millions of apps and games. You may have multiple browsers, PDF editors, video players, image viewers, music players, and other apps installed on your Android phone that open and run the same type of files. If you are tired of using the stock music player or browser on Android, set and clear default apps and make your Android experience truly yours.

How to set and clear default apps on Android

Proton just introduced two new improvements to its password manager service, Proton Pass. The new updates allow users to autofill online forms and log into the Proton Pass desktop app using biometric authentication. The Proton Pass app across all platforms now has “identities.” This new feature lets you save and...

Proton Pass Now Has Even Better Autofill

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. As another month hits, your Pixel devices have an update waiting. The August Google Pixel update is ready for your still-supported Pixel phone, tablet, foldable, or smartwatch. Since it’s only August and not time for a quarterly (QPR) release (like this one), this should hit as a minor bug fixer. There’s always a chance that Android 15 shows up in stable form later this month, but for now, we’re being treated to this monthly Android security patch.

August 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Apple’s recent reversal of its ban on emulator apps has led to the release of several emulators (mostly gaming console emulators) for the iPhone and iPad. One of these emulators is called UTM SE, which allows your Apple device to run several different desktop operating systems, including Windows XP. (Yes, there are those among us who miss Windows XP, mostly due to the games that were available for the platform.)

Have You Tried Running Windows XP on Your iPad Yet?

The latest security patch is here bringing bug fixes and other improvements. The August 2024 Pixel security patch has arrived bringing a few bug improvements and device-specific fixes. The Pixel 5a or higher is eligible, though it has to be running on Android 14. The Pixel Tablet and Pixel Fold...

August 2024 Android security patch arrives for Pixel phones and the Pixel Tablet

Samsung recently rolled out One UI 6.1.1, the latest version of its in-house user interface, for the new Galaxy Z Fold6 and Flip6 foldable phones. As it turns out, there's a new feature that was recently discovered, but not officially mentioned, by Samsung, and it should make it easier for owners of those phones to stream apps to Windows PCs.

Samsung's latest One UI update should make streaming phone apps to Windows PCs easier

While Apple is full steam ahead on iOS 18, which is expected to drop sometime next month, it hasn't forgotten about iOS 17, which still dominates most users' iPhones. Just nine days after the release of iOS 17.6, we already have iOS 17.6.1, and like with most point-point updates, the August 7 software (build 21G93) is all about bug fixes.

Apple Releases iOS 17.6.1 for iPhone with Important Bug Fixes

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L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

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The Microsoft Store in Windows Is Getting Better

Microsoft is bringing a few notable enhancements to the Microsoft Store, including changes to the library page, a dedicated section for updates and downloads, game events,...

The Microsoft Store in Windows Is Getting Better

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