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Snapdragon X Elite-powered laptops tested. Reviewed: Microsoft Surface Pro (2024) and Surface Laptop 7. Copilot+ AI features underwhelm. I got sick of Chrome’s BS and switched to Vivaldi.

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Snapdragon X Elite–powered Copilot+ laptops hit retail, sans Recall • Microsoft’s big Arm-powered push to get PC sales moving is here, but it’s missing its most dramatic feature.

Still use Kaspersky AV? The U.S. is banning it, so prepare to switch • You have until September to find replacement antivirus software.

The first-ever copy of Windows 95 shows up, unopened and pristine • An ex-manager from Microsoft proudly showed off his first edition of Windows 95, which should be worth a lot to collectors.

A hacker just leaked 10 billion passwords. Here’s what to do now • You should triple-check that your passwords are secure—or finally make the jump to stronger forms of authentication.

Department of Justice sues Adobe for hiding fees when you try to cancel a subscription • The fees can run into the hundreds of dollars, the government says, and accompany a yearlong commitment for services like Adobe Photoshop.

Over 40 years later, Windows’ Notepad finally has spell check • After more than four decades, the latest version of Notepad sent out to Windows 11 users includes spell check and auto-correct options.

FTC warns three PC tech firms of potential warranty violations • The Federal Trade Commission would like to remind you that yes, you can repair your own PC.

The Amazon triangle scam: What it is, how it works, and what to do • Triangulation fraud is a type of scam that occurs on e-commerce marketplaces—including Amazon.

Microsoft Surface Pro (2024): A tantalizing glimpse of the future • This feels like the promising start of a new era for Windows laptops.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 7: A new era for Windows laptops • The incredible battery life and efficient performance in Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 7, powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite chip, come at a cost.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x: OLED meets long battery life • This Copilot+ PC is a showcase for Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite.

Tested: Don’t buy a Snapdragon X Elite laptop for PC gaming • How does Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X integrated GPU fare against Intel’s Arc graphics? We tested and compared both.

Malwarebytes Premium Security: An anti-malware staple is now optional • This app can be a good option for those who want dead-simple antivirus software.

Surfshark: A versatile VPN service packed with extras • Good privacy, no device limits, and tons of extras—I’m sold.

YAWN. WINDOWS’ COPILOT+ AI FEATURES FEEL LIKE EARLY TECH DEMOS AT BEST • AT LAUNCH—AND WITHOUT RECALL—THERE’S JUST NOT MUCH HERE TO GET THE BLOOD PUMPING.

I GOT SICK OF CHROME’S BS AND SWITCHED TO VIVALDI. HERE’S WHAT HAPPENED • AFTER MORE THAN A DECADE, I’VE BROKEN MY GOOGLE BROWSER HABIT ON WINDOWS AND MOBILE.

7 warning signs your computer has been hacked, and what to do • If something doesn’t seem right, it’s time to run some scans.

This clever tip alerts you when apps are added to Startup in Windows 11 • Did you know Windows 11 can immediately inform you when an app is added to the autostart list?

Google Drive storage still full after deleting files? Here’s why • Here’s the solution for when deleted files continue to take up storage space in Google Drive.

Norton 360 antivirus: 5 settings to change first • Make the most of PCWorld’s top-rated antivirus software with these quick tweaks.

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