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Capcom Locks In October 2026 for Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Details Two-Phase PC Patch Overhaul
Capcom announced Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen will launch on October 9, 2026, and detailed a two-phase update plan. The June 10 patch revamps travel and inventory, while a late August update focuses on pawn AI, UI, and major PC performance improvements including DLSS 3, FSR 3, and an FOV slider. The expansion remains mysterious but aims to deliver a polished experience for Windows gamers.
Windows 10 Mouse Pointer Disappears? Try These 5 Reliable Fixes from Microsoft Experts
A vanishing mouse cursor in Windows 10 can be resolved with five straightforward fixes: reconnect the mouse, disable the 'hide pointer while typing' setting, re-enable a disabled touchpad, restart the computer, or run the built-in Hardware and Devices troubleshooter. This article expands each step with detailed instructions and additional advanced troubleshooting methods for persistent cases.
Gears of War: E-Day PC Requirements Revealed: 130GB SSD and RTX 2060 Needed to Run the UE5 Shooter
The Coalition has published the minimum PC requirements for Gears of War: E-Day, revealing a need for 12GB RAM, an RTX 2060 GPU, and a massive 130GB SSD. These specs point to a technically demanding title built on Unreal Engine 5, supporting Windows 10 22H2 and above. Gamers should prepare their rigs ahead of the game's expected launch.
Temporarily Disabling Secure Boot Resolves Windows 11 Clean Install Boot Loop, Users Report
In June 2026, a Neowin writer found that clean Windows 11 installs get stuck in a boot loop after the first reboot due to a Secure Boot certificate transition. The workaround is to temporarily disable Secure Boot, complete the installation, apply all updates, and re-enable Secure Boot. Once the firmware receives the updated certificate via Windows Update or a firmware patch, the problem resolves permanently.
The Toilet Paper Marketing Stunt That Helped Windows 7 Clean Up Vista's Mess
At the Windows 7 launch in Japan, retailers handed out toilet paper to symbolize a clean break from the troubled Vista OS. The cheeky promotion delighted consumers, went viral globally, and became a legendary moment in tech marketing history.
Windows Phone 8.1: How Its 2017 End of Support Still Echoes in Microsoft's Mobile Ambitions
Microsoft ended support for Windows Phone 8.1 on July 11, 2017, halting all updates and security fixes for the struggling mobile OS. This closure marked the final collapse of Microsoft's consumer smartphone ambitions, but its impact endures through enterprise security practices, the developer ecosystem lock-in, and Microsoft's shift to a cross-platform service model. Understanding this failure offers critical lessons for platform longevity, user trust, and the challenges of entering a mature mobile market.
Telegram Revives Smartwatch Support: Official Apps Arrive on Apple Watch and Wear OS
Telegram's June 11, 2026 update reintroduces official smartwatch apps for Apple Watch and Wear OS, featuring chat browsing, voice messages, and media playback. This move restores a long-missing convenience and positions Telegram ahead of rivals like WhatsApp and Signal. The update completes the cross-platform circle for Windows users who rely on Telegram Desktop alongside mobile and wearable devices.
Reddit Outrage Revives Calls for a Visible Local Account Option in Windows 11 Setup
A late-May Reddit thread has reignited outrage over Microsoft’s forced Microsoft account requirement in Windows 11 setup. Users demand a visible local account option, criticizing the disappearing workarounds and deceptive OOBE design. The backlash highlights privacy concerns, BitLocker recovery key risks, and a broader debate over user ownership of purchased hardware.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Review: A $599 Blend of Ada Lovelace Efficiency and DLSS 3 Muscle for 1440p
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070, launched April 2023 at $599, delivers RTX 3080-class 1440p gaming performance with drastically better power efficiency, DLSS 3 frame generation, AV1 encoding, and a quiet 200W design. Its Ada Lovelace architecture, 12GB GDDR6X, and strong ray tracing make it the new sweet spot for Windows gamers seeking a balanced, future-ready upgrade.
Creality Sermoon S1 Review Exposes Windows GPU as 3D Scanning’s Performance Linchpin
The CNX Software follow-up review of the Creality Sermoon S1 reveals that the scanner's performance is heavily dependent on the Windows PC's GPU. Without a discrete graphics card with at least 6GB of VRAM, users face dropped frames, lost tracking, and poor mesh quality, making the scanner unusable on integrated graphics. While the hardware itself is capable, the total cost of ownership can exceed $2,400 when factoring in a GPU-upgraded system, raising questions about marketing transparency.
Google Engineer’s AVX-512 Patch Boosts Linux RAID Parity by 43%—What It Means for Windows
A new Linux kernel patch from Google engineer Eric Biggers leverages AVX-512 to boost software RAID parity performance by up to 43%. The optimization of the xor_gen() routine promises faster rebuilds and writes for Linux-based storage servers, and the technique sets a performance benchmark that could push Microsoft to enhance Windows Storage Spaces and ReFS.
Microsoft Tests Unified Windows 11 Updates That Promise Just One Monthly Reboot
Microsoft has begun testing a unified update system in Windows 11 Insider builds that consolidates driver, .NET, firmware, and quality patches into a single monthly installation—requiring just one reboot. The feature, announced in April 2026, aims to eliminate the frustration of multiple restarts and simplify update management for both consumers and IT admins, with a broader rollout expected later in the year.
MakeUseOf Writer Swaps Six Google Apps for Open Source: Here’s What Windows Users Can Learn
A MakeUseOf writer ditched six Google Android apps for open-source alternatives—HeliBoard, Firefox, Aves Gallery, Notally, Etar, and Material Files—and found them viable daily drivers. The experiment demonstrates how privacy, performance, and cross-platform Windows integration can be achieved without sacrificing productivity.