Mark HachmanSenior Editor, PCWorld
As PCWorld's senior editor, Mark focuses on Microsoft news and chip technology, among other beats. He has formerly written for PCMag, BYTE, Slashdot, eWEEK, and ReadWrite.
Microsoft Bing's Black Friday research tools are hit-and-miss
Microsoft's Bing search engine adds phone-versus-phone research tools and comparison shopping, but its deals archive doesn't quite live up to what it promises, yet.
Windows 10 preview build 18282 finally supports smarter Windows Updates, new light theme
Microsoft Windows 10 Insider build 18282 adds several new conveniences, including a long-awaited intelligent Windows Update that won't unexpectedly download and install updates. There's a light theme, too.
Windows 10 October 2018 Update review: Many small improvements make a better experience
Microsoft's Windows 10 October 2018 Update includes a few nifty tricks, such as the PC-to-PC cut and paste, and the Your Phone app to grab photos from your phone. But there's more under the hood than on the surface.
Microsoft re-releases the Windows 10 October 2018 Update, admitting its testing needs to improve
Microsoft has re-released the Windows 10 October 2018 update after more than a month's delay, saying it's upgraded its bug-testing procedures.
Microsoft adds LTE options to the Surface Go, making it the always-connected PC it should be
Microsoft announces three versions of the new Surface Go with LTE Advanced, though always-on connectivity will set you back at least $679.
Mouse and keyboard support coming to Microsoft's Xbox next week
Microsoft confirms that mouse and keyboard support for the Xbox game console is due next week, and that battle-royale hit Fortnite will be among the first games.
If your Windows 10 PC says it's having activation problems today, here's why
Problems with Microsoft's activation servers have caused Windows 10 Pro PCs to report themselves as Windows 10 Home, and caused other PCs to pop up an error message claiming that they require activation.
Windows 10 blocks pesky notifications with improved Focus Assist feature in Build 18277
Build 18277 of Windows 10 doesn't add many new features, but Microsoft tweaked Focus Assist and the Action Center icons, among others.
Goodbye, Cortana: Microsoft's Javier Soltero leaves, putting the digital assistant's future in doubt
Javier Soltero, who oversaw Microsoft's Cortana for just a few months, confirmed he is leaving Microsoft. Is Cortana destined to become just another technology within Microsoft's AI stable?
Google's Chrome 71 will block 'abusive' ads that trick you into clicking them
Google says its upcoming Chrome 71 browser will take down all ads from sites that allow deceptive advertising.
Hints of Windows 10's 2019 future show up in early '19H1' builds
As Microsoft struggles to release the Windows 10 Oct. 2018 Update, its development teams have moved on to the next version: 19H1. Here's an early list of 19H1 improvements Microsoft has revealed in early builds.
Microsoft's $399, 10-inch Surface Go rethinks the Windows tablet for consumers
Microsoft unveils the Surface Go: a 10-inch Surface tablet priced to attract the everyday user at $399, alongside an updated Surface Mobile Mouse and pen. Just don't expect too much in terms of performance.
Samsung Galaxy Book 2 tablet hands-on: Performance takes a back seat to battery life
Samsung's Galaxy Book 2 includes the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 850 chip, which enables this Windows tablet to achieve industry-leading battery life at the cost of some performance.
HP Spectre x360 13 (2018) hands on: 'Whiskey Lake' power sits alongside 22 hours of battery life
HP's latest 13-inch Spectre X360 convertible notebook PC includes a boatload of changes: Intel "Whiskey Lake" power, LTE, nearly a full day of battery life, and a new, faceted design that puts the USB-C port at an offset angle.
HP Spectre x360 15 (2018) hands on: HP's convertible notebook leaps to six cores
HP's updated Spectre x360 15 convertible notebook for 2018 boasts up to six cores of processing power; a new, faceted design; and a Webcam kill switch for privacy's sake.
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