PC upgrade Archives

Winsage

July 7, 2025

Should you replace your Windows 10 PC on Prime Day? Here’s how to know

Amazon's Prime Day event is from July 8th to July 11th, offering significant discounts on devices. Windows 10 support will end in October, prompting users to either continue with unsupported systems, purchase a year's support, or buy a new model. To check if a PC can be upgraded to Windows 11, users can use the free PC Health Check app, which identifies unmet hardware requirements. A key requirement for Windows 11 is a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), but many devices fail to qualify due to outdated processors rather than TPM absence. If a PC does not qualify for the upgrade, users should consider purchasing a new device, especially with Prime Day deals approaching.

Winsage

June 28, 2025

Windows 10 is almost dead, but Flyby11 can help your old PC upgrade to Windows 11

Windows 10 will reach its end-of-life status by the end of 2025, leaving users vulnerable to cyber threats unless they upgrade. Flyby11 is a tool that enables users to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 by bypassing Microsoft's system requirements, allowing installation without checks for TPM 2.0 or specific CPU models. It can also patch USB installation drives for clean installs on unsupported PCs. However, it requires the POPCNT instruction, which has been standard in processors since around 2010; if a PC lacks this feature, Windows 11 will not boot. While Flyby11 offers a way to receive security updates, it may lead to instability and performance issues, particularly on older hardware. Exploring Linux distributions is suggested as an alternative for users with aging PCs, as they are optimized for older hardware and provide long-term support.

Winsage

June 6, 2025

Breathe new life into your PC with this Microsoft bundle for $46

The All-in-One Microsoft Office Pro 2019 for Windows lifetime license, along with the Windows 11 Pro Bundle, is available for .97, reduced from 9. This offer is valid until July 20. The bundle includes Windows 11 Pro, which features an AI assistant named Copilot, DirectX 12 Ultimate for improved graphics, enhanced security measures, and integration with Microsoft Teams. It also provides lifetime access to Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019, which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access, along with new analysis capabilities in Excel, enhanced presentation tools in PowerPoint, and updated features in Outlook.

AppWizard

March 14, 2025

Despite its history of taking action against GTA mods, a Rockstar-approved GTA 5 modding tool is on the way to “assist the modding community” in the wake of the recent PC upgrade

Rockstar Games has aligned the PC version of GTA 5 with current-generation consoles and announced that the Cfx.re modding team will release an official asset conversion tool for modders. This tool will help adapt assets from FiveM and GTA 5 Legacy to the new game version, as custom assets will not be natively compatible. The conversion tool will ensure compatibility for specific file types, including .ydd, .ydr, .yft, and .ytd files. This announcement marks a significant shift in Rockstar's approach to modding, moving towards support rather than restriction. Additionally, Rockstar is pursuing legal action against a website selling hacked GTA Online accounts.

AppWizard

March 5, 2025

GTA 5’s huge free PC upgrade is here now

Rockstar Games released a free update for Grand Theft Auto V, titled Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced, which aligns the game with the capabilities of PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. This update is available to all PC players who own the base game and can be accessed through digital libraries on platforms like Steam, Epic Games, and the Rockstar Games Launcher. Players can redeem it at no cost if it doesn't appear automatically. Progress from the previous version, Grand Theft Auto V Legacy, can be migrated to the Enhanced version using the Migrate Profile option, but this can only be done once and cannot be reversed. The Legacy version remains available for players with systems that do not meet the new graphical requirements. The Enhanced edition features improvements such as faster SSD support, new ray tracing capabilities, compatibility with AMD FSR and Nvidia DLSS, and additional content in GTA Online, including a subscription option for GTA+.

AppWizard

March 5, 2025

Some GTA 5 players can’t bring their characters to the new PC upgrade, and the open-world game’s mixed Steam reviews are hammering FPS caps and a lack of text chat

The "Enhanced" upgrade of Grand Theft Auto V has launched on PC, receiving a "mixed" rating on Steam with 53% positive reviews. The upgrade is free for previous owners and includes new features like ray tracing and additional content for GTA Online, but has higher system requirements. Players are disappointed by limitations such as a 120 FPS cap and lack of text chat support. Character migration issues have caused significant frustration, particularly for players with characters that received hacked money, leading to speculation about bans affecting innocent accounts. A Corsair executive hinted at the release of GTA VI on PC in early 2026 but later retracted the statement.

Winsage

December 22, 2024

Windows 11 Pro: The PC upgrade that’ll make them think twice about getting a new device

Microsoft's Windows 11 Pro is available for a limited time at a discounted price of .97, down from its regular price of 9. It includes advanced security features, a user-friendly interface, and productivity tools such as AI assistant Copilot, upgraded Paint application, Live Captions, Snap layouts, virtual desktops, seamless redocking, enhanced voice typing, and an intuitive search function. The offer is valid until today at 11:59 p.m. PT, with limited supplies available.

Winsage

November 21, 2024

Your Meta Quest 3 is getting a free Windows PC upgrade – and it could change how you work

Microsoft announced the integration of "full capabilities of Windows 11" with Meta's Quest 3 and Quest 3S headsets at the Ignite event. Users can connect their local Windows PC or Windows 365 Cloud PC to their Quest headsets in a few seconds, enabling a private workstation experience with virtual screens. While Windows cannot run natively on Quest devices, users can stream their desktop environments to the headset. Mark Zuckerberg mentioned that connecting the devices is as simple as "looking at the keyboard." The update will eliminate the need for additional software for casting features and is set for a public preview in December. Microsoft hinted at ongoing collaboration with Meta for "Windows Volumetric Apps" designed for Meta Quest headsets, although specific compatible apps have not been disclosed.

Winsage

November 21, 2024

Can your old PC handle the upgrade to Windows 11? Here’s how to tell

As of October 2025, Microsoft will cease monthly security updates for Windows 10, prompting users to consider upgrading to Windows 11 if their hardware allows. The eligibility for Windows 11 is largely determined by the age and specifications of the CPU rather than the purchase date. - PCs designed in 2019 or later typically support Windows 11, provided they have TPM version 2.0. - PCs designed between 2016 and 2019 may still be eligible for an upgrade through a registry edit, even if their CPUs are not on the supported list. - PCs from 2010 to 2015 can potentially upgrade if they have a TPM and compatible Intel CPUs, though AMD processors may face challenges. - PCs from 2009 and earlier generally lack the necessary components for Windows 11 and may require alternative operating systems like Linux.

AppWizard

November 4, 2024

Grand Theft Auto V Expanded And Enhanced Edition Is Finally Coming To PC In 2025

Rockstar Games announced that Grand Theft Auto V on PC will receive an update to the Expanded and Enhanced Edition. This update will bring new content, including features from the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions to PC, such as improved graphics, performance enhancements, and access to Hao’s Special Works customs auto shop. The update is expected to allow gameplay at up to 4K resolution and 60 FPS, with better load times and potential features like 3D audio and haptic feedback. The Expanded and Enhanced Edition was originally launched on March 15, 2022, for consoles. There is speculation that the update may coincide with the release of Grand Theft Auto 6, potentially in 2025.