Chances are you've heard of Windows 11 by now. It's the latest and greatest version of Microsoft's popular operating system.
If you have checked the Windows 11 reviews, you'll know that it has some strict install requirements. But are you wondering if your PC can run it?
That's why we put together this guide looking at all the requirements for Windows 11. From TPM to disk space, processor, and more, here's what you need to know.
To run Windows 11, your system needs to meet Microsoft's minimum system requirements. In the event that it doesn't fit what we've mentioned here, then you might want to buy a new PC. If you're unsure of any of these specs, check with your PC marker.
Now that you understand the minimum requirements to run Windows 11, you can check to see if your PC works with it. Microsoft makes this easy with the PC Health Check app. It's an official app you can download straight from Microsoft. Here's how you can get started with it.
Step 1: Visit Microsoft's website and download the PC Health Check app. Look for the Download PC Health Check App button on the page.
Step 2: Once the download is finished, launch the installer. Follow the steps on your screen. The app will then install and you can search for "PC Health Check" in your Start Menu to launch the app.
Step 3: When the app is running, click the Check Now button at the top to check if your PC meets the system requirements. If all is well, you'll see a box pop up notifying you that your system is compatible. For more information, click See All Results. You'll see how each of your PC's components stacks up against Microsoft's list.
If your PC isn't compatible, then you can try upgrading your RAM, storage, motherboard and processor, and add a TPM 2.0 chip to your system so it can fit the requirements. If you can't do that, then buying a new PC is a better option. We have a list of the best laptops and desktops that can help.
Apple is less than a day away from launching its highly anticipated OLED MacBook Pro with a touch-sensitive screen. But it appears that the upgrade is going to cost a pretty penny. According to a report by Bloomberg, Apple is reportedly eyeing a starting price of $2,899 for the 14-inch MacBook Pro, while the 16-inch version could start at $3,399 in the US.
"At $2,899, the 14-inch model would mark the highest starting price for a new MacBook Pro model, surpassing the $2,799 Apple charged for a 17-inch version introduced in 2006," says the report. The report claims that Apple is targeting a minimum price hike of $400 for its upcoming redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models.
I've spent a good amount of time digging into the spec sheet of the new M6 MacBook Pro (14-inch), and for all intents and purposes, this is a classic Apple "chip and connectivity" refresh. It's not a full redesign. The chassis, Liquid Retina XDR panel, speakers, ports, and battery, all of them carry over unchanged.
However, the M6 brings more cores, stronger on-device AI, higher memory bandwidth on the larger configs, and modern wireless. Here’s the practical rundown of what actually improved, and whether those gains are worth your money.
Two new highly requested iCloud plugins just got added to ChatGPT, giving people who rely on Apple’s Mail and Calendar services a way to search emails, check appointments, and manage their schedules directly through the chatbot.
The integration is rolling out to all ChatGPT plans, including the free tier. You can access it on the web, desktop, and iOS.