How to Upgrade to Windows 11 for Free / Skype Isn't the Only App Microsoft Is Killing / Apple Sees Siri Troubles

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How to Upgrade to Windows 11 for Free (Even if Your PC Is Unsupported)

Whether or not your Windows 10 computer is eligible for a Windows 11 upgrade, there are a few ways to jump to Microsoft's newer OS without paying for it.

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Apple's Smart Home Hub Reportedly Postponed Amid Siri Troubles

Apple is testing its competitor to Amazon's Echo Hub and Google's Nest Hub internally. However, delays in Siri's development have derailed a formal launch.

United Rolls Out Starlink on Its First Regional Aircraft

United Airlines plans to install Starlink in its entire two-cabin regional fleet by the end of 2025, with around 40 installations a month.

Amid Job Cuts, DOGE Accelerates Rollout of AI Tool to Automate Government Tasks

Workers who remain at the General Services Administration can use the GSAi chatbot to draft emails, summarize texts, or write code.

Volkswagen to Bring Back Physical Buttons to All Vehicles

The German car giant's lead designer called the move away from physical buttons in favor of touch screens 'a mistake.'

Not Just Skype: Microsoft Is Killing This 34-Year-Old App, Too

Microsoft Publisher's capabilities are also available on Word and PowerPoint, so the company is removing the app from 365 subscriptions. Here's how to save your work.

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The Best Wi-Fi Range Extenders We've Tested

Looking to beef up your Wi-Fi network? A wireless range extender is a less expensive alternative to a new router. (Some can even turn your router setup into a mesh system.) Here are the top performers in our testing.