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Microsoft may finally be addressing one of the most frustrating parts of Windows 11: the constant ads and upsells. According to Scott Hanselman, one of the engineering minds leading the charge for the new Windows fixes, the company is now working toward making Windows 11 a more “calmer and more chill OS with fewer upsells”, especially in areas like the Start menu and system prompts. Yes a calmer and more chill OS with fewer upsells is a goal— Scott Hanselman 🌮 (@shanselman) March 21, 2026 This comes after years of criticism, where users have complained about being nudged toward services…
Windows 11 might finally get rid of one of its most frustrating “features” of being forced to sign in with a Microsoft account just to use your own PC. Well, it looks like Microsoft is internally considering dropping the mandatory Microsoft account requirement during Windows 11 setup, allowing users to create a local account more easily. Ya I hate that. Working on it— Scott Hanselman 🌮 (@shanselman) March 20, 2026 This change is reportedly being pushed by Scott Hanselman, a Microsoft veteran of over two decades who currently serves as Vice President and Member of Technical Staff. If it goes…
Recent leaks point to Amazon gearing up for a return to smartphones with an AI-focused device. However, analysts aren’t convinced the timing makes sense. According to a new report, industry experts believe this could be “the worst possible time” for Amazon to re-enter the smartphone market, even after adding AI into the mix. Why an Amazon AI phone doesn’t make sense right now One of the biggest concerns outlined by the report is the broader state of the smartphone industry. Due to the rising cost of components and the ongoing memory shortage, the market is expected to fall by around…
In this episode of You Asked, we tackle TV reliability, break down what QLED Plus actually means, and decide if the ultra-bright Hisense U9 is worth the price. Plus, we clear up the confusion around Mini LED vs edge-lit TVs so you know exactly what you’re buying. When TVs fail too soon @RatchetDuck asks: My TCL burnt out after 3 years and I’m trying to find a replacement that isn’t bankrupting but I need reliability, will this (TCL QM6K) also burn out after only 3 years? So… Mr. Duck… it should not. The TCL QM6K is a solid Mini LED…
Google has been big on AI, pushing many of its services to include Gemini. Chrome is no exception, with the latest build on the iPhones making this AI-first direction even clearer. A new “Ask Gemini” shortcut is being tested in Chrome for iOS, which brings instant access to an AI assistant directly from the browser interface. The feature isn’t buried in menus; rather, it is now a persistent bottom bar that sits alongside other options like new tab and tab switcher. What does this mean from Chrome on iOS? If you tap the Gemini button, Chrome launches an AI panel…
With the first two days of play completed, I am in better shape in my pool than I usually am. I asked Chat GPT to create two brackets: one to predict the actual winner, and one to win my pool. So far, both are doing OK. I am tied for fifth out of sixty brackets […] The post The Round of 64: AI-ok appeared first on Digital Trends.
After weeks of leaks and teasers, Samsung has officially confirmed the launch date for its next generation of Galaxy A-series smartphones. The Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 will make their official debut on March 25th, 2026, in India at 5:30 PM IST. That’s roughly 8 AM ET / 5 AM PT for those watching globally. While Samsung hasn’t explicitly mentioned the devices in its teasers, every detail in the teaser points to the upcoming mid-range duo. What to expect While the full specs and features will be revealed at launch, earlier leaks have already revealed plenty of details of what’s…
Google Translate has always been great at telling you what something means. But saying it out loud has always been on you. But now, Google is working on a new feature that could fix your fumbling ways. A new AI-powered “Practice” mode is in development to help users improve their pronunciation instead of just listening to translations. And yes, it can call you out for butchering that Spanish phrase. So how does it work? While Google Translate offered the usual tap-to-listen speaker icon, the new feature goes beyond that and lets you listen to native speakers’ pronunciation samples, record your…
AI in any headlines is usually associated with deepfakes, misinformation, and general frustration. But in the middle of all that noise, there’s one use case that feels refreshingly human. It is helping people find their lost pets. Technology using tools powered by image recognition is quietly becoming one of the most effective ways to reunite missing pets with their owners, and it’s surprisingly quick and efficient. How AI is finding the lost pets This isn’t one of those Hollywood hacker tech where AI scours all the public cameras and uses recognition software to find your pet. The process is rather…
Samsung’s next generation of foldable phones could bring some changes to charging, though not all of them might be what fans are hoping for. According to recent certification listings spotted via SammyGuru, upcoming devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and a new “Wide Fold” variant have appeared on China’s 3C database, hinting at potential updates to charging capabilities. These listings typically reveal wired charging specs ahead of launch, making them an early indicator of what to expect. But here’s the catch: the “upgrade” might not be as big as it sounds. What do the leaks actually reveal? Two upcoming…