Summary When Microsoft releases a new major update to Windows 11, the company wants you to update your computer, and therefore quickly deprecates the previous versions. In a relatively rare move, Microsoft is rolling out a few updates to Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2. Microsoft has released a non-security update forWindows 1123H2 and Windows 11 22H2. These updates first came out in late 2023 and late 2022, respectively. 22H2 was deprecated last year, in October 2024, while 23H2 is scheduled to reach end-of-life on November 11 this year....

Naysayers might struggle to accept it, but the U.S.electric vehiclemarket saw a noticeable uptake in 2024. The popularity of EVs is heading one way, and that’s up, so here are 2024’s best-selling EVs in America. More people are turning to EVs due to constantly increasing gas prices. In addition to thetech featuresand blisteringly quick performance that most EVs offer, it’s not hard to see why they’re so likable. While interest in more efficient and eco-friendly products increases, so does the number of new and compelling alternatives, further motivating the rise in popularity of the alternative drivetrain option....

Scripted deaths in video games can be painful because they take advantage of the bond players create with characters over many hours, making the loss feel personal. This feeling of helplessness is similar to real grief and is heightened by the player’s involvement in the story. This technique can be used to tell powerful stories. Some games do this much better than others, and there are plenty of characters whose deaths we still think about today....

Quick Links I’ve had a personal gripe with my Apple default keyboard for a while when it comes to certain functions, and I got tired of waiting for the next new update to fix all these minor problems. Instead of settling for what my iPhone gave me, I decided to try out a few external keyboards instead. If you’ve been thinking about trying out new keyboards that suit your specific needs but don’t know where to start, there are many options you can explore and see what suits you best....

Quick Links I’ve been a Samsung user for a long time, and it has allowed me to get familiar with many of the lesser-known multitasking features and gestures that One UI has to offer, and use them alongside features already present on Android. Here are some of the best ones I think you should start using right away. Open Edge Panel Apps in Split-Screen View Split-screen mode has been a feature on Android for nearly a decade, whereby you may open two apps simultaneously to get more done faster....

Are you looking for some new Docker containers to manage your home network? I’ve used quite a few over the past several years, and these seven are the ones I can’t live without. If you’ve not considered managing your own network, then Docker is the best way to start. These containers are lightweight, easy to use, and offer a lot of benefits. From managing your own DNS to handling internal routing, video recording, and even network monitoring, these seven Docker containers power my entire home network in one way or another....

Despite dabbling withMinecraftback when it was still just a Java applet, I’ve never really seen the appeal of survival crafting games. Managing a hunger meter and gathering resources always felt like work, which I was always adamant was not the reason I played video games. But all that changed recently when I gave in to curiosity and convinced my partner to try out an indie darling calledAbiotic Factor. Now I’m questioning my own taste in games....

Quick Links Summary After more than four years, it’s time to retire my trusty RTX 3070. But instead of upgrading to yet another NVIDIA GPU, like I have been doing for the past decade, I’ve ordered myself an AMD RX 9070 XT. It’s not a decision I took lightly, but in the end there are multiple reasons that AMD’s next generation of graphics cards ticked the boxes. Price plays a bit role, but so does availability and the presence of hardware problems....

Summary For better or worse, AI is becoming an increasingly common part of everyday life, and that has recently extended to video game remasters. AI upscaling is a technique that is shaping many of the latest remasters, but its inconsistent results are becoming a cause for concern over the future of remastered releases. AI Upscaling Is a Revolutionary Tool Remasters can elevate old games to the graphical standards of modern releases, though every game requires a different amount of effort to make this a reality....

Quick Links TheApple iPhone 14is a bit of an oddity. It’s running last year’s CPU found in the iPhone 13 Pro, and it doesn’t have the iPhone 14 Pro’s 48MP rear camera or the Dynamic Island. Altogether, though, it’s a great “default” iPhone for anyone new to the Apple ecosystem or who just needs the basics. Design: It Looks Like an iPhone It’s no secret that if you’ve seen one iPhone, you’ve basically seen them all....

Alright, Klarna is the latest addition to Apple Pay’s Buy-Now-Pay-Later (BNPL) portfolio. If you want to take out a 0% interest loan to buy a new pair of shoes, or whatever, just select Klarna or one of the other BNPL services that are built into Apple Pay’s checkout screen. Bleh. We attacked Apple’sPay Laterservice when it launched a few years ago. I foamed at the mouth when Apple beganintegrating third-party BNPL serviceswith Apple Pay, and I felt kinda woozy when Applekilled its Pay Later service—Pay Later was sacrificed to attract more third-party lenders, weirdly....

Summary TheBelkin Connect 11-in-1 USB-C Pro Dockhas just about every data and AV connection a laptop user could want. With only a small wish list of features for the next generation, I think Belkin put together a fantastic, grab-and-go USB-C workstation. Belkin Connect 11-in-1 USB-C Pro Dock Professionals and multitaskers alike can expand the utility of their notebook with this Belkin Universal 11-In-1 Pro Dock. Offering robust connectivity options, the Pro Dock can streamline your desktop setup for a cleaner look without compromising utility....

If you’rehunting for a sports carthat can double as your daily driver without wrecking your wallet, look no further than the 2024 Subaru BRZ. At under $30K, it delivers a rare mix of real-deal performance and everyday practicality that few—if any—can match. Sure, it’s easy to lump the BRZ in with its sibling, theToyota GR86, but the Subaru brings its own personality and slight edge in value. And while the Mazda Miata might pop into your mind, it’s more weekend toy than all-rounder—fun, yes, but not quite as usable or cost-effective for the daily grind....