rob dobi/Getty Images Some people have told me recently that artificial intelligence (AI) is writing my stories. As if! However, there is a reason it might seem as if AI has provided a helping hand. I’ve published close to 15,000 stories, five books, and hundreds of white papers. Put all that content together, and I’ve […] More
Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNETMicrosoft has kicked off a new app to help you connect to remote Windows PCs and servers. But this one is technically more of an update to the previous app. Like the former RDC app, the new app works in Windows, MacOS, iOS, iPadOS, and Android. So you can connect from a PC or a mobile device. It also focuses much more on enterprise and domain usage, though it will work with home PCs as well.Also: How to upgrade your ‘incompatible’ Windows 10 PC to Windows 11If you already have the previous version, installing the new app wipes out the old one. The new app is called Windows App, a name that doesn’t really make sense. The old app — Microsoft Remote Desktop or RDC Client is much more straightforward. Microsoft has never been especially adept at properly naming its products, but this one is more confusing than most.The new app will work in a domain-based or home environment. This means you can connect to Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Remote Desktop, Remote Desktop Services, Microsoft Dev Box, or an individual Windows PC. In a blog post announcing the new app, Microsoft product manager Hilary Braun touted some of the new and improved features, including the following:Unified access: You can access and manage multiple Windows environments, such as cloud PCs, virtual desktops, and local PCs.Customizable experience: You can personalize the app’s interface with customizable home screens, multi-monitor support, and dynamic display resolutions.Enhanced experience: You can tap into features such as device redirection, Microsoft Teams optimizations, and easy account switching.After you launch the app, any connections you created under the previous version should be migrated with all their settings intact. Otherwise, your first step will be to create a new connection. But here’s where you may get tripped up based on whether you’re using the app at work or home. By default, the app asks for a work or school account to connect to a domain-based resource such as Windows 365 or Azure Virtual Desktop. More
Jason Hiner/ZDNETSince officially launching on Friday, the iPhone 16 is now in the hands of tens of millions of people. This means that any bugs in the new lineup are going to start popping up. One such glitch currently being reported centers on the touch screen.In a Reddit thread kicked off on Sunday and spotted by 9to5Mac, a host of iPhone 16 Pro More
Using 12V DC current to debond the adhesive holding the iPhone 16’s battery. iFixit The new iPhone is out, which means it’s time for the iFixit repair team to get out their screwdrivers, take the new iPhone apart, and assess its repairability. This year, it’s good news for those who like to repair their own […] More
Previous leaks claimed the headset would have a “distinct spider-eyes appearance”. Instead of the camera system sitting vertically, like on the Quest 3, the lenses will sit in a triangle formation on both sides. The arrangement is reportedly reminiscent of the eyes of a spider.The Reddit post mentioned earlier has a video of an Amazon ad on Peacock showing the Quest 3S alongside the Quest 3. In this ad, the device has spider-eye cameras. A different leak states the device will have four lenses, two 4MP RGB passthrough cameras, and a pair of IR illuminators to help detect depth.Also: The best VR headsets right now (and how Apple Vision Pro stacks up)The clip isn’t in the greatest quality. If you want a better look, a leaked PowerPoint presentation from March offers a front-facing view of the headset. Photos can be found on X (formerly Twitter) and the designs look similar. More
Save big on this lifetime Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro bundle. Kerry Wan/ZDNETIt doesn’t matter if you’re upgrading to a new laptop or just upgrading your existing system — access to Microsoft Office and Windows is a necessity for getting things done on your computer these days. And right now, you can buy a bundled lifetime license to Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro from Stack Social for $55 — that’s 87% off. Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2021 includes all of the classic and essential Microsoft offerings, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, Access, and Teams. If you don’t need all the bells and whistles, check out this deal for Microsoft Office 2019, which offers all the same features except for Teams. Microsoft Windows 11 Pro is an operating system perfect for working professionals or at-home users. Get an easy-to-navigate interface, biometrics login, Smart App Control, Windows Studio Effects, DirectX 12 Ultimate, and top features like snap layouts, desktops, seamless redocking, improved voice typing, and a powerful search experience. You’ll also get access to Microsoft Copilot, an AI platform designed to upgrade your workflow experience. Also: How to use Copilot (formerly known as Bing Chat)There’s one caveat, though. While Stack Social is an authorized Microsoft partner and offers “lifetime” access to Office, it is possible that Microsoft could end the license. But the site has been running these Microsoft deals for years now, and ZDNET’s Alison DeNisco Rayome can personally vouch for them — she purchased an Office license from Stack Social about two years ago, and it’s still working on her personal MacBook today. While this bundle deal offers a lot, you won’t get the benefits of the latest Microsoft Office 365 subscription, so if you’re looking for Microsoft 365, this deal may not be for you (though Stack Social does have a discount on Office 365, too.) Windows users must update their OS to Windows 10 or 11 to access these software deals. Get your lifetime license bundles for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro right now. More
Get a one-year subscription to Microsoft 365 at a big discount right now. StackSocial If you’ve recently upgraded your laptop, you may have suddenly found yourself without access to Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and the rest of Microsoft’s near-necessary software. And since Microsoft switched from the traditional Office suite to a Microsoft 365 subscription service, […] More
Get a Babbel lifetime language subscription at a big discount right now. StackSocial Learning a new language can be daunting. But right now, you can buy a lifetime subscription to Babbel Language Learning from Stack Social that lets you choose from 14 languages and access more than 10,000 hours of online language education for just $140 […] More
