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The new CoreBook X comes with an Intel Core i3-10110U processor. (Image source: Chuwi)

Chuwi CoreBook X 2022: 14-inch laptop announced with an ageing Intel Comet Lake processor for €499

Chuwi has revealed an upgraded version of the CoreBook X 2022, a 14-inch laptop with a 3:2 display. Sadly, the CoreBook X 2022 comes with the Core i3-10110U, an ageing Intel Comet Lake-U series processor. Chuwi will start selling ...
Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2022 01:18
Alienware x14 Review - The world's thinnest gaming notebook requires compromises

87% Alienware x14 Review - The world's thinnest gaming notebook requires compromises

A return to 14 inches. Alienware expands its line-up with a new 14-inch model and advertises it as the world’s thinnest gaming laptop, but is a slim device really that beneficial? We review the high-end model of the new Alienware x14 with an Alder Lake Core i7-12700H and GeForce RTX 3060 for 2400 Euros.
Intel Core i7-12700H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU | 14.00" | 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 17 Mar 2022 00:28
The RedmiBook Pro 2022 will debut tomorrow with many changes, including a new cooling system. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi RedmiBook Pro 2022 teasers emerge with confirmation of Intel Alder Lake-H processors, NVIDIA GPUs and a 90 Hz display

Xiaomi is preparing to release a thinner and lighter gaming laptop under its RedmiBook series. Not only will the Redmi K50 launch event showcase new smartphones, it will also be the place where Xiaomi unveils the RedmiBook Pro 202...
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2022 16:32
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14 OLED review: A subnotebook with a lot of CPU power

85% Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14 OLED review: A subnotebook with a lot of CPU power

Ryzen 9 and GeForce MX450. Optionally, Lenovo also offers its compact 14-inch Yoga Slim 7 Pro subnotebook with an OLED display and dedicated GeForce MX450. At the same time, you also don't have to make do without a very powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor in this configuration.
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS | NVIDIA GeForce MX450 | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 16 Mar 2022 01:35
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 G3 & L13 Yoga G3: Compact budget ThinkPads new with 16:10 & 32 GB RAM

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 G3 & L13 Yoga G3: Compact budget ThinkPads new with 16:10 & 32 GB RAM

The compact ThinkPad models L13 and L13 Yoga are rather popular, seeing their comparably low pricing. The new ThinkPad models L13 Gen 3 and L13 Yoga Gen 3 receive 16:10 screens and a RAM upgrade.
Benjamin Herzig, 15 Mar 2022 15:11
The ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3i supports Windows 10 and Windows 11. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3i unleashed with Intel Alder Lake processors and dual Thunderbolt 4 ports

Lenovo has unveiled the ThinkPad X13 Gen 3i, the Intel-based alternative to the ThinkPad X13 Gen 3. The ThinkPad X13 Gen 3i comes with Thunderbolt 4 ports, Intel Alder Lake processors and an optional 5G sub6 modem, among other fea...
Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2022 14:16
The ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 will cost at least US$1,119. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo announces the ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 with AMD Ryzen PRO 6000 APUs, an optional 5G sub6 modem and two battery options

Lenovo has revealed the ThinkPad X13 Gen 3, an AMD-powered laptop with two battery options, an optional 5G sub6 modem and several memory configurations. The ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 launches alongside the ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 and wil...
Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2022 14:11
The ThinkPad X13 Yoga now supports Intel Alder Lake processors, among other changes. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3: New 13.3-inch convertible unveiled with 12th Gen Intel Core processors with a larger battery

Lenovo has showcased the ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3, an updated convertible laptop with Intel's latest Alder Lake processors. The Gen 3 only contains minor upgrades from last year's model, but a thicker chassis has allowed Lenovo to ...
Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2022 14:05
Tabbed File Explorer is coming soon to Windows 11. (Image Source: Rafael Rivera on Twitter)

Future Windows 11 builds will finally enable tabs in File Explorer

Microsoft is testing a tabbed File Explorer UI in Dev Channel builds of Windows 11. The feature is hidden for now but can be manually enabled using the ViveTool. The tabbed Explorer UI is still a work-in-progress but does allow us...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Mar 2022 12:32
It is now possible to boot Windows 11 on a Surface Duo. (Image source: @Simizfo)

Surface Duo: Windows 11 now works on Microsoft's first foldable smartphone

Two developers have successfully installed Windows 11 on the Microsoft Surface Duo. The smartphone achieves acceptable performance with its Snapdragon 855 chipset, although not all features are currently supported. Still, it is no...
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2022 20:32
The PN63-S1 features plenty of ports and has upgradable memory. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS PN63-S1 announced with up to an Intel Core i7-11370H processor in a sub 1-litre chassis

ASUS has launched the PN63-S1, another mini-PC by the company. The PN63-S1 features up to 35 W processors and can power three 4K displays, among other features. The PN63-S1 comes with a choice of six processors, including the Core...
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2022 16:59
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio

Microsoft's new Surface Laptop Studio is very expensive for old tech

You can get the regular Surface Laptop with Intel or AMD processors, but Microsoft equips the new high-end device Surface Laptop Studio with old Tiger Lake quad-core CPUs, which are hardly competitive anymore. The manufacturer sav...
Andreas Osthoff, 11 Mar 2022 00:19
The iWork GT supports two optional keyboards. (Image source: Alldocube)

Alldocube iWork GT: New Intel Tiger Lake-based convertible and Surface Pro 8 competitor launches for US$569.99

Alldocube has released the iWork GT, a convertible device with a 10.95-inch display in the style of the iPad Pro 11. The iWork GT features a 1200p display, a choice of Intel Tiger Lake processors and is available with a copycat Ma...
Alex Alderson, 10 Mar 2022 17:25
Lenovo ThinkPad E15 & E14 G4: New budget ThinkPads use the Ryzen 5000 refresh Barcelo-U

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 & E14 G4: New budget ThinkPads use the Ryzen 5000 refresh Barcelo-U

Without any formal announcement, Lenovo is introducing the new ThinkPad E14 G4 and ThinkPad E15 G4. Skipping an announcement is nothing new for the budget oriented E series, which receive rather small CPU updates this year.
Benjamin Herzig, 09 Mar 2022 17:12
Huawei MateBook E

The new Huawei MateBook E is an interesting, but also expensive Windows OLED Tablet

The new MateBook E from Huawei is a Windows tablet, which shares many similarities with the own MatePad series including the good OLED screen, great speakers, and good cameras. There are, however, some limitations when you want to...
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Mar 2022 23:30
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio Review: Interesting concept with slow Intel CPU

89% Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio Review: Interesting concept with slow Intel CPU

Innovative convertible? Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Studio was finally launched in Germany. The foldable display is an interesting concept, but the device is held back by the slow Tiger Lake quad-core processor from Intel.
Intel Core i7-11370H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU | 14.40" | 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Mar 2022 17:05
Huawei MateBook E Laptop Review – A new Windows tablet with OLED

85% Huawei MateBook E Laptop Review – A new Windows tablet with OLED

MatePad Pro meets Windows. We are already familiar with tablets and laptops from Huawei, but the manufacturer now launches a new convertible called the MateBook E. It is basically still a tablet similar to the MatePads, but it features Windows 11, Tiger Lake CPUs, and Thunderbolt 4.
Intel Core i5-1130G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 12.60" | 719 g
Andreas Osthoff, 07 Mar 2022 00:28
There are options out there so don't let Stockholm syndrome get the better of you. Image source: Apple/Notebookcheck - edited

4 reasons to ditch your old MacBook for a Windows laptop

We all know that the Apple M1 MacBook Pro is a fantastic piece of hardware - it is fast, thin, light and efficient - but Apple's performance in the few years leading up to the M1 launch was not great. If you're using a MacBook in ...
Julian van der Merwe, 06 Mar 2022 20:00
The ONEXPLAYER mini now has new variant powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 5800U (image via ITHome)

ONEXPLAYER mini now configurable with an AMD processor, two screen resolutions, and an upgraded battery

The ONEXPLAYER mini is now available with an AMD Ryzen 7 5800U processor and two screen configurations, HD (1,280 x 800) and FHD (1,920 x 1,200). Both variants ship with 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 2 TB of storage. Prices start at...
Anil Ganti, 04 Mar 2022 10:16
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 15-inch Convertible review

87% Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 15-inch Convertible review: larger footprint, more power

AMOLED Display. With the sleek Galaxy Book Pro 360, Samsung combines great build quality with a host of desirable features. The convertible's performance and S Pen make it a good choice for daily productivity tasks despite the thin design. During testing, the 2-in-1 did suffer from poor heat dissipation at times.
Intel Core i5-1135G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 15.60" | 1.4 kg
Marc Herter, 04 Mar 2022 05:26
The UBook XPro relies on an outdated processor from Intel's Kaby Lake architecture. (Image source: Chuwi)

Chuwi UBook XPro: New 2-in-1 launches with a 13-inch display and an Intel Core i7-7Y75 processor for US$489.99

Chuwi has revealed the UBook XPro, another Windows-based 2-in-1 by the company. The UBook XPro has a 13-inch and 1440p display, along with the Intel Core i7-7Y75, an old and low-powered Kaby Lake processor.
Alex Alderson, 03 Mar 2022 13:23
Corsair One i300

Corsair One i300 desktop PC tames Core i9-12900K and RTX 3080 Ti in a 12-Liter case

Gaming without compromise! The Corsair One series has been available for several years and now gets another hardware upgrade again. The current Alder Lake flagship from Intel is combined with Nvidia's second-fastest Ampere graphics card in the compact 12-Liter case. Find out in this review with numerous tests and benchmarks what the system can do and how this model generation fares in everyday operation.
Intel Core i9-12900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
Sebastian Bade, 02 Mar 2022 02:57
Asus ROG Flow Z13 in review: Gaming tablet with powerful Alder Lake i9 CPU

87% Asus ROG Flow Z13 in review: Gaming tablet with powerful Alder Lake i9 CPU

Gaming on the go. With the new ROG Flow Z13, Asus introduces a gaming tablet that combines a brand-new Alder Lake Core i9 processor with the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti. It also comes with a fast 120 Hz panel and the option to connect an external GPU.
Intel Core i9-12900H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU | 13.40" | 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 01 Mar 2022 10:13
PowerToys allows Windows 10 and 11 users to customise their PC experience to truly get the most out of their everyday experience. Image source: Lenovo/Author

4 reasons Microsoft PowerToys should be on every Windows 10 or 11 device

Microsoft PowerToys is an open-source, free utility developed by Microsoft that allows users the ability to greatly alter their Windows experience and truly make the most out of their machine. Let's have a look at some of the best...
Julian van der Merwe, 28 Feb 2022 19:03
The IdeaPad Flex 5 16-inch in Storm Grey. (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2022 | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i unveiled in two display sizes with an optional OLED panel, Intel Alder Lake processors and an Iris Xe Max dedicated GPU

The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i is one of three IdeaPad Flex 5 series machines that the company has released at MWC 2022. The IdeaPad Flex 5i is the most powerful of the trio though, with new Intel Alder Lake processors, a dedicated GP...
Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2022 17:51
Lenovo will sell the IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook in Storm Grey and Stone Blue colourways. (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2022 | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook: Intel Alder Lake-powered Chromebook launches with up to 10 hours of battery life

Lenovo has announced the IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook at MWC 2022, the Chrome OS version of the IdeaPad Flex 5i. The Chromebook variant still comes with Intel Alder Lake processors, but only as a 14-inch laptop. The 1.62 kg machine ...
Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2022 17:10
The IdeaPad Flex 5 will start at 1.55 kg for the 14-inch model and 2.1 kg for the 16-inch version. (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2022 | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 arrives in 14-inch and 16-inch display sizes with AMD Ryzen 5000U APUs

Lenovo has announced the IdeaPad Flex 5, a 14-inch or 16-inch Windows laptop powered by AMD Zen 3 APUs. The IdeaPad Flex 5 also has various display options, including a 2.5K panel that offers 100% sRGB colour space coverage. Lenov...
Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2022 17:03
The Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5i will launch with matching Folio Cases in two colours. (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2022 | Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5i: Windows-based tablet launches as a Microsoft Surface Pro 8 competitor with a 2.5K display, 16 GB of RAM and up to an Intel Core i7-1255U processor

Lenovo has unveiled the IdeaPad Duet 5i, a 12.35-inch tablet that relies on Intel Alder Lake processors. The Windows-based tablet also has a 2.5K display, a detachable keyboard case and a 50 Wh battery, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2022 09:00
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 G3 & ThinkPad T16: New workhorses with 16:10 & easier maintenance

MWC 2022 | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 G3 & ThinkPad T16: New workhorses with 16:10 & easier maintenance

The ThinkPad T series is the most well known ThinkPad series, apart from the X1 ThinkPads maybe. Lenovo describes the ThinkPad laptops of the T line as workhorses and the workhorses receive a huge upgrade at MWC 2022. This include...
Benjamin Herzig, 28 Feb 2022 09:00
Lenovo ThinkPad x Snapdragon: Fanless ARM ThinkPad X13s offers long battery life

MWC 2022 | Lenovo ThinkPad x Snapdragon: Fanless ARM ThinkPad X13s offers long battery life

Apart from a regular update to the established T series ThinkPads, Lenovo also dares to explore new territory with the ThinkPad brand at MWC. In the case of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13s, this means going with Qualcomm instead of AMD a...
Benjamin Herzig, 28 Feb 2022 09:00
Asus ExpertBook B3 Flip in review: 2-in-1 laptop with input pen and LTE modem

Asus ExpertBook B3 Flip: 2-in-1 notebook with two cameras and LTE modem

The ExpertBook B3 offers an LTE modem, two Thunderbolt 4 ports in a 14-inch form factor (FHD, IPS). The touchscreen can be used with the included input pen. The latter is stowed away in a panel in the base unit.
Sascha Mölck, 28 Feb 2022 08:00
The Galaxy Book2 Pro will be available in two sizes, colours and in multiple configurations. (Image source: Samsung)

MWC 2022 | Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro arrives with Intel Alder Lake processors, 5G connectivity and an Intel Arc Graphics dedicated GPU

Samsung has showcased the Galaxy Book2 Pro as MWC 2022 begins. The Galaxy Book2 Pro comes in 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch screen sizes, both with AMOLED panels and Intel Alder Lake processors. However, the larger model gains Intel Arc ...
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2022 19:00
The Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 is a convertible alternative to the Galaxy Book2 Pro. (Image source: Samsung)

MWC 2022 | Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360: New convertible revealed in two sizes with Intel's latest processors and S Pen support

A new version of the Galaxy Book Pro 360 has arrived, appropriately called the Galaxy Book2 Pro 360. Samsung's latest convertible laptop will be available with Intel Alder Lake processors, in 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch screen sizes a...
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2022 19:00
A developer got Windows 11 running on the Xiaomi Pad 5 (image via ITHome)

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 joins the list of Android devices that can run Windows 11

Images of a Xiaomi Pad 5 running Windows 11 have emerged online. Apart from a lack of GPU drivers, the operating system seems to be working fine. However, its performance has been slightly affected, as exhibited by its Geekbench s...
Anil Ganti, 27 Feb 2022 03:14
Asus ExpertBook B3 Flip in review: 2-in-1 laptop with digital stylus and LTE modem

85% Asus ExpertBook B3 Flip in review: 2-in-1 laptop with digital stylus and LTE modem

Multifunctional. The ExpertBook B3, which offers an LTE modem and two Thunderbolt 4 ports in a 14-inch form factor, also features an FHD IPS display. The touchscreen can be used with the included input pen. The latter can be stowed away in the base unit.
Intel Core i7-1165G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 14.00" | 1.6 kg
Sascha Mölck, 25 Feb 2022 22:02
Upcoming Windows 11 builds may show a watermark on unsupported hardware. (Image Source: Windows Latest)

Microsoft testing desktop watermark for Windows 11 builds on unsupported hardware

Microsoft is testing displaying a watermark on the desktop and in the Settings app if run on unsupported hardware. Microsoft is doing A/B testing of the watermark in Dev channel Build 22557. It remains to be seen whether such mess...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 25 Feb 2022 11:32
Elden Ring has already secured current Metacritic ratings of 95 (PC), 97 (PS5), and 95 (XBSX). (Image source: Bandai Namco Europe)

Elden Ring falls foul to frame-rate jitters on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, but there are workarounds

Frame-rate issues have apparently befallen Elden Ring on the PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Initial testing by Digital Foundry discovered that stutters and jitters frequently occur during Elden Ring gameplay, with a couple of workaro...
Daniel R Deakin, 25 Feb 2022 05:53
Acer will release the new Swift 3 in three colours. (Image source: Acer)

Acer Swift 3: New SF314-512 model introduced with upgraded processors and in three colours for US$849.99

Acer has revealed the Swift 3 SF314-512, a 14-inch laptop with multiple display options, Intel Alder Lake processors and numerous ports. The SF314-512 starts at US$849.99 in North America, but will be available first in Europe, th...
Alex Alderson, 24 Feb 2022 15:31
The Acer Swift SF514-56T features a new design, among other changes. (Image source: Acer)

Acer Swift 5 SF514-56T announced with a more premium design, Intel Alder Lake processors and a 2.5K display

Acer has revealed the Swift 5 SF514-56T, an upgrade on last year's Swift 5 SF514-55T. The latest Swift 5 features a redesigned chassis, a higher resolution display, more powerful processors and DDR5 RAM, plus other improvements. T...
Alex Alderson, 24 Feb 2022 15:26
Working on the beach, by the pool or in the Andes mountains may be just what you need to prevent the stress of your psycho manager from getting to you. Photo by Alesia Gritcuk on Unsplash

3 laptops that perfectly complement a working holiday

Going on a trip and need a laptop to get some work done while you're on the road? Whether you're on the hunt for a Windows or MacOS device, your leisurely productivity needs are sure to be covered by at least one of the devices on...
Julian van der Merwe, 22 Feb 2022 21:52
Acer Extensa 15 EX215-54 in Review: Core i5 power for little money

78% Acer Extensa 15 EX215-54 in Review: Core i5 power for little money

Compromises. The Extensa offers a powerful Tiger Lake processor at a budget price point. The dark, low-contrast TN screen with unstable viewing angles is the computer's big weakness. A Windows operating system does not come included in the scope of delivery.
Intel Core i5-1135G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 15.60" | 1.9 kg
Sascha Mölck, 22 Feb 2022 17:40
Schenker Work 15 Tiger Lake-H laptop in test

84% Schenker Work 15 Tiger Lake-H Laptop Review: RGB lighting in the office

An RGB keyboard in a business laptop is unique. Underneath, the Schenker Work 15 has a lot of performance that can be adjusted exactly to the customer's requirements. The Intel Core i7 installed in our test device can show its full performance.
Intel Core i7-11370H | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 15.60" | 1.7 kg
Marc Herter, 22 Feb 2022 07:28
Huawei MateBook 13s Review: Great subnotebook with 90 Hz display

89% Huawei MateBook 13s Review: Great subnotebook with 90 Hz display

A new rival for the MacBook Air? Huawei’s MateBook 13s is a very compact subnotebook with a high-resolution 13-inch screen as well as a modern Tiger Lake-H35 processor from Intel. Combined with decent input devices and good speakers, the MateBook 13s turns out to be a very interesting package.
Intel Core i5-11300H | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 13.40" | 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Feb 2022 14:20
The Galaxy Book Pro 2 360 will sport a familiar design with a bright colourway. (Image source: @OnLeaks & Giznext)

Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 2 360 leaks before MWC 2022 reveal

Images of the Galaxy Book Pro 2 360 have leaked just a few days before Samsung's MWC 2022 event. The 15.6-inch laptop has a 16:9 aspect ratio, multiple ports and a number pad, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 21 Feb 2022 13:31
Lenovo Vantage presents you with information and useful system settings. (Image source: Lenovo/Author - edited)

4 Lenovo Vantage software features that make it better than bloatware

Lenovo's Vantage software is included from the factory in most of the OEM's laptops nowadays. While it provides the usual warranty and diagnostic information, here are some extra-neat features that may prevent you from uninstallin...
Julian van der Merwe, 21 Feb 2022 06:34
PCs with AMD Ryzen 2000 chips won't be able to run Android apps on Windows 11. (Image source: Microsoft)

Android apps are out of the picture for AMD Ryzen 2000-based PCs as Microsoft publishes frustrating Amazon Appstore requirements

Microsoft has listed the Amazon Appstore requirements for running Android apps on Windows 11 and AMD Ryzen 2000 CPUs didn't make the cut. Minimum CPU requirements for Amazon Appstore include an 8th gen Intel Core i3 or above and A...
Fawad Murtaza, 21 Feb 2022 01:08
Asus ExpertBook B7 Flip in review: 2-in-1 laptop with 5G modem and long battery life

Asus ExpertBook B7 Flip: A 2-in-1 laptop for the business sector

The ExpertBook offers a 5G modem, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, and a 14-inch touchscreen display (1920x1200 pixels) with a 16:10 aspect ratio. You can operate the screen through touch input as well as with the included Asus Pen.
Sascha Mölck, 19 Feb 2022 08:37
Gaming on a Surface Laptop Studio and an Xbox Series controller. (Image source: Microsoft)

Windows 11: Gaming upgrades abound, including an HDR calibration app and VRR in windowed mode

Microsoft has announced several new gaming features for Windows 11, such as improved HDR options. Additionally, the company has introduced VRR for games running in windowed mode, among other changes.
Alex Alderson, 18 Feb 2022 16:18
HP's ZBook Fury 17 G8 wastes potential

HP's ZBook Fury 17 G8 wastes potential

Mobile workstations are primarily supposed to be reliable companions for professional users and offer a lot of performance at the same time. The ZBook Fury 17 G8 basically meets these criteria, but we think HP wastes a lot of pote...
Andreas Osthoff, 18 Feb 2022 14:42
Windows 11 Pro will soon require Microsoft account sign-in during setup. (Image Source: Microsoft)

Future Windows 11 Pro releases will annoyingly mandate Microsoft account login during Setup

Microsoft confirmed that upcoming Windows 11 Pro releases will require signing-in with a Microsoft account if the device is being setup for personal use — a requirement that only applied to Windows 11 Home editions so far. Mandati...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 18 Feb 2022 11:17
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