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Google Gemini seeks to put ChatGPT in the rearview mirror
By Colton Stradling published
Gemini Gemini scored over 90% on the Measuring Massive Multitask Language Understanding, being the first AI model to outperform humans.
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EXCLUSIVE: Microsoft readies 'groundbreaking' AI-focused Windows release as new leadership takes the helm
By Zac Bowden published
Exclusive What’s next for Windows? Microsoft plans next-gen Windows AI release in 2024, plus details on recent changes to the Windows roadmap
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The best Windows 11 tool you aren't using (but should) can now upgrade itself
By Richard Devine published
Upgrade The Windows Package Manager is my absolute favorite Windows 11 tool, and now it can even upgrade itself so you never have to leave the command line.
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Microsoft announces paid subscription for Windows 10 users who want OS updates beyond 2025
By Zac Bowden published
Subscribe to WU Microsoft has announced an "extended security update" (ESU) program for Windows 10 in 2025, which for the first time will be available for both consumer and commercial customers.
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Microsoft celebrates Copliot's first anniversary with a new Deep Search tool that could help dethrone Google from its search dominance
By Kevin Okemwa published
COPILOT AT 1 Copilot is about to become even better with new features shipping to the platform early next year, like Deep Search, GPT-4 Turbo, and more.
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Microsoft PowerToys updates with new add-ons for Windows 11 File Explorer and modernized UIs for more utilities
By Kevin Okemwa published
NEW ADD-ONS The update ships with many new features, including modernized PowerToys Run, Quick Accent, and Text Extractor UIs.
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Windows 11 update will make it easier to enable nearby sharing
By Sean Endicott published
update time Microsoft rolled out an update to Windows 11 Insiders in the Beta Channel this week. The new build makes it easier to enable nearby sharing and includes a few other small changes.
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Windows 11 installs HP Smart app without your permission and renames your printers, confirms Microsoft
By Sean Endicott published
Printer problems If your PC has access to the Microsoft Store, you may have the HP Smart app installed without your permission.
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Microsoft brings its free Seeing AI app to 3 billion people
By Sean Endicott published
AI for all Microsoft's Seeing AI app uses artificial intelligence to help the blind and low vision community. Now, it's available on Android as well as iOS.
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ChatGPT will provide more detailed and accurate responses if you pretend to tip it, according to a new study
By Kevin Okemwa published
💲APPRECIATION According to a new study by a programmer, ChatGPT will reportedly provide you with quality and detailed responses to queries if you pretend to tip it for its services.
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