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Windows Defender now works in Linux, because why not
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
Microsoft believes Linux systems also need a corporate-oriented security solution such as Defender. Redmond's anti-malware solution, notorious for its arguably excessive false positives, is now offering expanded support for major Linux distributions. This allows organizations to use the same security platform to protect heterogeneous enterprise environments where Windows and Linux...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
A Dota 2 pro says he talked his way out of a police raid by playing a match for the officers
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
In a Facebook post, 23savage said officers raided the facility, handcuffed him and teammates Fbz and Oli, and confiscated their belongings. They questioned why the team was in the city and whether its members were professional players.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Asus ROG Xbox Ally X20 debuts: It's all about that OLED
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
The ROG Xbox Ally X20 is receiving praises for its gorgeous 7.4" OLED, premium design, improved controls and ergonomics. Performance is largely unchanged from last year's Xbox Ally X though, and then there's the very steep $1,300 price tag.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
First Surface Laptop Ultra reviews: a promising but pricey MacBook Pro rival
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra reviews have landed with a mixed verdict. Powered by RTX Spark, the premium Arm laptop earns praise for its MacBook-like build quality, AI capabilities, and versatility. However, its steep price, modest battery life, and Windows software limitations keep it from fully delivering on its ambitious promises.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Researchers say an ad platform could identify targets and install spyware through online ads, no click needed
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
A new investigation by Citizen Lab has uncovered a large-scale covert operation designed to install spyware through online advertising. Dubbed "AdFection" by the University of Toronto research unit, the technique was allegedly used by unidentified Israeli actors to infect computers belonging to Al Jazeera's news network.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Apple iPhone Duo is already backordered until 2027
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
Apple introduced the iPhone Duo as the centerpiece of its fall media event on September 9. The handset, which is set to do battle with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold in the ultra-premium space, is powered by an A20 Pro SoC built by TSMC on its 2nm node and features a...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
The new Windows Photos app goes native for editing and viewing, but power users are mad about the web-based gallery
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
The new editor includes several useful tools. Crop helps adjust framing, composition, and aspect ratio, while Enhance fine-tunes light, color, and the overall look of a photo. Repair lets users fix flaws and imperfections, and Stylize changes the look and feel of an image.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
WhatsApp now lets anyone join calls without an account or app
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
The new guest calling feature lets anyone join WhatsApp calls through a shared link, no account or app needed. It works for voice and video calls, which remain end-to-end encrypted, and support up to 32 participants. Hosts can controll who enters the call, similar to Zoom and Meet.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Microsoft says Windows 11 is up to 20% more responsive after its latest update, with big improvements for 8GB PCs
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
The changes follow Microsoft's earlier commitment to improve Windows 11's performance, reliability and overall experience.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Switch games are the latest targets of AI-built PC ports, and Zelda: Link's Awakening is already playable
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026
A free, fan-made PC port of the 2019 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening recently entered a public beta. Built almost entirely with Claude, it is believed to be the first Nintendo Switch PC port of its kind to reach GitHub.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »