Stop settling for the default Windows experience. These 35 hidden features unlock smarter workflows, better customization, and surprisingly useful tools already built into Windows 11.

Even if you're perfectly content with Windows 10, you'll soon need to switch to Windows 11 for security reasons. We compare the two operating systems so you know what to expect upon upgrading. I've ...

Download HEVC Video Extensions to enable smooth playback of modern high-efficiency video files on your PC. This trusted hevc codec helps Windows users open, view, and enjoy compatible 4K and HD media ...

Apple today announced new Apple Intelligence features for the Home app, including AI-generated descriptions of HomeKit Secure Video camera clips and smarter grouping of accessory notifications. The ...

'Jack Ryan: Ghost War' and 'Off Campus' are the No. 1 movie and series for the final week of May, the streamer says. By Rick Porter Television Business Editor Prime Video is giving people a view into ...

ShrinkFlow is a local-first Windows desktop app for batch video compression. It analyzes each video's codec, bitrate, resolution, duration, and file size, then recommends whether the file should be ...

I've been writing about technology for more than 15 years and using it in earnest for over twice as long. As a member of PCMag's software team, I focus on Windows coverage, but also write about other ...

"Optimization demands understanding hardware constraints at the silicon level," reflects Shaibujan Thankappan Kamalamma, whose career spans video codec work, streaming systems, and enterprise security ...

You don’t notice good video compression—until it’s not there. For years, people have streamed high-resolution video without thinking about the tech behind it. But when companies clash over which ...

It is time for a new list of 10 useful apps for Windows 10 and 11 that can boost productivity, make the operating system more convenient, capable, or just plain fun. In our 2026 edition, we have cross ...

Many users are drawn to social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube to stay up to date on news. Enter SaySo, a new short-form video app designed to deliver curated news from vetted ...

Most people access Google’s search and AI products through a browser, but you’ve got some new options today. Google has been testing a Windows search app for some months, and it’s now officially ...