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Printers are spitting out nonsense after a borked Windows update
Winsage
March 13, 2025

Printers are spitting out nonsense after a borked Windows update

Michael has a decade of experience in technology journalism and has worked at PCWorld, where he is known as the resident keyboard enthusiast. He reviews products with a new keyboard for each review and enjoys constructing mechanical boards and enhancing his desktop setup in his free time. He has contributed to publications like Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and has covered major tech events such as CES and Mobile World Congress. Michael resides in Pennsylvania and enjoys outdoor activities like kayaking to recharge.
5 apps that give you the desktop widgets Microsoft won’t
Winsage
February 25, 2025

5 apps that give you the desktop widgets Microsoft won’t

Microsoft has reintroduced a side widget feature in Windows 11, but it lacks extensive customization options. Users nostalgic for Windows 7's desktop gadgets can explore several third-party applications to enhance their desktop experience: 1. Rainmeter: A powerful desktop customization tool that allows users to create and apply skins as widgets displaying various information, with a vibrant community providing thousands of skins and mods. 2. Widget Launcher: A simple application for adding various widgets like calendars and clocks to the desktop, allowing resizing, but includes ads during the installation process. 3. GadgetPack: Restores the classic Windows 7 gadget experience on Windows 10 and 11, featuring around 50 pre-installed gadgets that can be customized and placed anywhere on the desktop. 4. BeWidgets: A modern widget application for creating custom widgets for time, date, finances, and weather, designed with a minimalist aesthetic, though it requires manual creation of widgets each time. 5. Widgets Box: Offers a diverse collection of widgets, including digital clocks and calendars, but many features require a paid subscription. It includes unique tools like a browser search bar and a stylish flip clock.
This all-in-one AI PC features a large 31.5" screen, and RTX 40-Series GPU, and even has fantastic speakers
Winsage
November 17, 2024

This all-in-one AI PC features a large 31.5″ screen, and RTX 40-Series GPU, and even has fantastic speakers

The HP OmniStudio X AIO is priced at ,979.99 and features an Intel AI CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4050 GPU, with a 31.5-inch 4K UHD display. A budget-friendly 27-inch FHD option starts at ,479.99. The package includes a monitor with an adjustable stand, USB-C and power cables, a keyboard and mouse, a cable tidy clip, four AAA batteries, and setup instructions. The design is elegant and robust, allowing for tool-less assembly in under five minutes. Performance is solid for general use, with a peak temperature of 103°F during stress tests and low fan noise. The built-in 5MP IR camera offers clear imagery, and the speakers provide impressive sound quality. The HP OmniStudio X competes well against alternatives like the Lenovo Yoga AiO 9i and Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 5i. It has received various ratings: value 4/5, design 5/5, software & apps 5/5, display 5/5, performance 4/5, keyboard and mouse 4/5, and camera, mic, and audio 5/5, resulting in a total score of 4.5/5.
Heads-up: Space Marine 2 has a photo mode and it rules
AppWizard
September 8, 2024

Heads-up: Space Marine 2 has a photo mode and it rules

Engaging with Space Marine 2 during its early unlock phase features cooperative gameplay with numerous objectives and AI allies. Players face relentless attacks from tyranids, creating an enjoyable challenge. The game includes a photo mode accessed by pressing F, allowing players to create dioramas and adjust marine facial expressions for amusing screenshots. The game showcases expansive battlefields and the impressive scale of characters, particularly the primaris marines, which dwarf regular troops. Attention to detail is highlighted, with intricate elements like glowing text on datapads and gothic aesthetics in the environment.
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