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November 20, 2025

2025 Windows 11 PC holiday buying guide: Best devices and deals

The holiday season is an ideal time to gift a Windows 11 PC, which can enhance gaming setups, assist with creative projects, and simplify daily tasks. Windows 11 PCs now feature Copilot, an AI-powered assistant that streamlines tasks through voice commands. A survey shows that over half of Gen Z and Millennials use generative AI weekly. Various Windows 11 PCs are available for different users, including: - Lenovo Legion 5 15": A gaming laptop with AMD Ryzen 7 260 processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics, starting at ,249.99 MSRP, currently ,169.99 at Walmart. - ROG Xbox Ally: A portable gaming device starting at 9.99, available at Microsoft.com and Best Buy. - Dell 16 Plus Laptop: Designed for students, starting at ,149.99 MSRP. - Samsung Galaxy Book5 360: A versatile 2-in-1 PC starting at ,349.99 MSRP. - Acer Aspire 14 AI: A portable laptop starting at 9.99 MSRP at Costco.com. - ASUS Zenbook 14: Lightweight with multi-day battery life, starting at 9 MSRP at Walmart. - Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC: Starting at ,199.99 at Best Buy. - Surface Pro 12-inch: A portable 2-in-1 device starting at 9.99 MSRP at Best Buy. - HP OmniBook 5 14-inch: Offers long battery life, starting at 9.99 MSRP. - Surface Laptop 13-inch: Lightweight with AI features, starting at 9.99 MSRP at Best Buy. Retailers like Microsoft, Best Buy, and Costco offer significant holiday deals on these PCs, with discounts and promotions available. Microsoft.com features exclusive deals, price protection, and free shipping until January 31, 2026. Xbox deals include discounts on games and accessories, with Xbox Game Pass Premium subscriptions and Microsoft gift cards available as gift options.

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October 13, 2025

Time is running out for millions of Windows 10 users, but here’s the 1 trick for a free one-year extension

Microsoft will retire Windows 10, with support ending on October 14. Users will not receive security patches or feature updates after this date, potentially exposing around 240 million Windows 10 users to vulnerabilities. Devices compatible with Windows 11 can upgrade for free, but many older systems may not meet the requirements. Microsoft offers an option for an additional year of support updates, which can be obtained by paying or by backing up data to Microsoft's servers. A free method to secure Extended Security Updates (ESU) involves enrolling through the Settings menu, requiring users to back up their PC settings to Microsoft’s cloud services. The free backup covers only the first 5GB of storage, and exceeding this limit requires purchasing additional cloud storage. Following the enrollment steps allows users to secure an additional 12 months of protection for their Windows 10 PC.

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October 8, 2025

I just found a 40% discount on this new Windows 11 Copilot+ PC that brings it below $500 — a great option for Windows 10 holdouts this Prime Day

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale features the Acer Aspire 14 AI, a Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, now priced at 9, reflecting a 40% discount from its regular price of 9. The laptop is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 CPU, an Intel Arc GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. It has a 14-inch 1080p display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, a full-size keyboard, and a spacious trackpad. Connectivity options include two USB4 Type-C ports, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a headphone jack, along with support for Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. The device is suitable for productivity tasks, media consumption, light gaming, and creative projects.

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October 8, 2025

I just found a 40% discount on this new Windows 11 Copilot+ PC that brings it below $500 — a great option for Windows 10 holdouts this Prime Day

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale features the Acer Aspire 14 AI, a Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, now priced at 9, a 40% discount from its regular price of 9. The device is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 CPU, an Intel Arc GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, making it suitable for productivity tasks, media consumption, and light gaming. It has a 14-inch 1080p display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, a full-size keyboard, and a spacious trackpad. Connectivity includes two USB4 Type-C ports, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a headphone jack, along with support for Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. Copilot+ PCs usually retail for 9 or more, making this sale a unique opportunity. Windows 10 support will end in October 2025, making the Acer Aspire 14 AI a future-proof option for users seeking the latest AI capabilities.