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16 Cores, Zero Gaming Cred: The $239 RmataMini P99S Takes a 2014 Xeon and Calls It a Gaming PC
The RmataMini P99S attempts to lure budget gamers with a 16-core Intel Xeon E5-2698 v3 and discrete Nvidia graphics inside a compact case for $239. However, the decade-old server CPU offers abysmal single-thread performance, the unspecified GPU is incapable of modern gaming, and official Windows 11 support is nonexistent. This article dissects the hardware, benchmarks expectations, and concludes that the P99S is a poor investment for anyone wanting to play games.
Microsoft’s New Outlook Will Group Back-to-Back Email Alerts Starting Late June – But Click Lag Still a Thorn
Microsoft announced on June 9, 2026, that the new Outlook for Windows and web will soon group back-to-back email notifications to prevent notification overload. The feature begins rolling out in late June, but many users still cite persistent click lag as a major pain point that undermines the app's usability. While notification grouping addresses a critical complaint, broader performance improvements are needed for the new Outlook to win over skeptical power users.
Why Windows Users Are Switching to GreenGeeks’ Eco-Friendly Linux Hosting in 2026
GreenGeeks remains a top choice for eco-conscious web hosting in 2026, offering Linux-based shared, VPS, and reseller plans with cPanel. Its 300% green energy commitment and competitive pricing attract small businesses, and Windows users can easily manage sites using familiar tools like WSL and Remote Desktop. This review explores whether GreenGeeks lives up to its environmental and performance promises.
Copilot Gets Eyes: Microsoft 365 to Add Real-Time Screen Analysis and Camera Vision from June 2026
Microsoft will roll out Vision in Microsoft 365 Copilot from June 2026, enabling real-time screen and camera analysis across Office apps and Teams. The feature includes strong privacy controls, per-user consent, and IT governance tools to manage visual data processing securely in the enterprise.
Windows 11 Insider Build 26300.8758 Ships with Dedicated Taskbar Size Control and Cloud File Explorer Boost
Windows 11 Insider Build 26300.8758 introduces a long-awaited dedicated Taskbar size setting with Small, Medium, and Large options, along with smoother size transitions. The build also improves File Explorer’s cloud file handling, making status icons and context menus more responsive for OneDrive users.
New Windows 11 Insider Preview Adds Taskbar Size Slider and Update Restart Smarts
Microsoft released three Windows 11 Insider builds on June 26, 2026, introducing a much-requested Taskbar Size setting, several File Explorer stability fixes, and intelligent update coordination. These experimental builds, available in the Canary and Dev channels, allow testers to resize the taskbar, avoid explorer crashes, and schedule restarts more conveniently. The improvements signal a user-centric direction for the next Windows 11 feature update.
Microsoft Extends Windows 10 Consumer Security Updates to 2027 Amid Stalled Windows 11 Migration
Microsoft has extended Windows 10 consumer security updates by an additional year, pushing the end of the paid ESU program to October 12, 2027 for eligible devices. The quietly posted update comes as Windows 11 migration appears to be stalled, offering a continued security “reprieve” to millions of PCs that can’t or won’t upgrade.
Microsoft Scout Brings Always-On AI Autopilot to Windows and M365 at Build 2026
Microsoft announced Scout at Build 2026, an always-on AI agent that autonomously works across Windows and Microsoft 365 with its own digital identity. Scout marks a transition from reactive assistants like Copilot to proactive, autopilot-style task management for business users. The agent raises new IT governance questions as it acts on behalf of users with its own permissions and will roll out in preview later in 2026.
Riot Games Ends Always-On Kernel Anti-Cheat with Vanguard On-Demand for Windows 11
Riot Games is rolling out an overhaul to its Vanguard anti-cheat on Windows 11, switching from an always-on kernel driver loaded at boot to an on-demand mode that activates only when launching a Riot game. The change began rolling out on June 24, 2026, for eligible users and is designed to address longstanding privacy criticisms since Vanguard’s 2020 launch while maintaining its anti-cheat effectiveness.
Microsoft Overhauls Windows Insider Enrollment for Consumer PCs, Ships Four New Builds
Microsoft on June 26, 2026, began rolling out a simplified Windows 11 Insider Program enrollment experience for retail PCs, alongside four new preview builds. The redesign introduces easy channel switching and a cleaner Settings interface, while builds 28020.2366, 28120.1050, 26220.8754, and 26300.8758 deliver a native taskbar size setting, AI-driven update scheduling, and other improvements. The changes aim to boost consumer participation and feedback quality across the Canary, Dev, and Beta channels.
Getac ships first fanless Windows on Arm rugged tablet in July 2026
Getac's new ZX80W is an 8-inch rugged tablet that runs Windows 11 IoT Enterprise on a fanless Qualcomm QCS6490 platform. Designed for field work in utilities, logistics, and defense, it combines full Windows compatibility with extreme durability and long battery life, marking a significant step for Windows on Arm in industrial applications.
Free Windows 11 Upgrades in 2026: Official Paths, Rufus Workarounds, and the $30 ESU Lifeline
Microsoft continues to offer free Windows 11 upgrades through official tools into 2026, even after Windows 10's end of support. Unsupported hardware can use community tools like Rufus to bypass TPM and CPU checks. For those remaining on Windows 10, a $30 Extended Security Update program provides one final year of patches.
Microsoft Refreshes Windows 11 Inbox Apps for Insiders: What's New in Calculator, Photos, and Beyond
Microsoft has rolled out June 2026 Windows Insider updates for Windows 11's built-in apps, including Calculator, Photos, Paint, and Notepad. These Store-delivered updates bring performance improvements, bug fixes, and new features like AI-enhanced tagging in Photos and a world clock widget in Clock. The updates are first available in the Beta channel, with broader rollout expected in July.