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PC shipments rise nearly 10% in Q3 2025 ahead of Windows 10 end-of-support
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October 14, 2025

PC shipments rise nearly 10% in Q3 2025 ahead of Windows 10 end-of-support

Global PC shipments increased nearly 10% year-on-year in Q3 2025, totaling 75.8 million units, according to IDC, while Omdia reported 72 million units and a 6.8% growth. The transition to Windows 11, driven by the end of Windows 10 support on October 14, has prompted users to upgrade their hardware. However, many users still operate on Windows 10 or outdated hardware, with only 39% of PC channel partners reporting that most customers have upgraded. Japan and China are leading in growth due to large-scale refresh initiatives, while North America is experiencing subdued momentum due to economic uncertainty. Lenovo shipped 19.4 million units, HP 15 million, and Apple saw a 13.7% increase in shipments. The introduction of new chipsets is fueling competition in the high-performance market, leading to the emergence of the "AI PC" phase, which aims to integrate AI capabilities directly into devices.
Microsoft Confirms Upgrade Options For Windows Users With Old PCs
Winsage
May 9, 2025

Microsoft Confirms Upgrade Options For Windows Users With Old PCs

Microsoft has issued a warning to the 240 million Windows users still on Windows 10 that they will lose all security support for their PCs, urging them to upgrade to a secure Windows 11 PC, preferably the Copilot+ PC. While 500 million Windows 10 users can upgrade to Windows 11 for free, many face the choice of buying new hardware or operating without security updates. The deadline for Windows 10 support is set for October 14, 2025. Microsoft has been using full-screen pop-ups to encourage users to reconsider their setups, as only 20 million users engage with Copilot weekly compared to 400 million using ChatGPT. Despite this, Microsoft claims strong early reception for Copilot+ PCs, with 15% of premium laptops sold in the U.S. during the holiday quarter being Copilot+ models. A feature called Recall, which tracks user activity, raises privacy concerns for those considering the upgrade.
Save $400 on one of the best Windows laptops we've seen this year
Winsage
December 1, 2024

Save $400 on one of the best Windows laptops we’ve seen this year

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 is currently priced at ,199.99 on Amazon, reflecting a 0 discount. It features a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor, a neural processing unit (NPU), 16 GB of RAM, and 1 TB of storage. The laptop is noted for its performance, portability, and extended battery life. It was launched in June 2024 and has maintained a price close to its recommended retail value since then. Price comparisons show it at ,199.99 on Amazon and Walmart, while Best Buy lists it at ,299.99. Reviews highlight its swift performance and battery longevity, with ratings of 5 stars from TechRadar and 4 stars from Toms Guide.
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