Simon Batt
Section Editor for Windows
807 articles published since February 25, 2009
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About Simon Batt
Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio, he found his passion for writing and decided to use his skill set to write about all things tech.
Reddit Invites Everyone Into Its Bug Bounty Program
Fancy breaking into Reddit and earning some cash at the same time? You've come to the right place.
Twitch Is Removing 7.5 Million Bot Accounts Inflating Viewer Numbers
Twitch will now use the power of machine learning to identify who's a human and who's a robot impostor.
Microsoft Releases Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 21359
It contains a few handy features... and the removal of one.
Windows 10 Is Getting a New Power Option
The new feature is scheduled for a future update, but you can use it today if you'd like.
You Can Now Download Xbox Game Pass Games by Asking Alexa
"Alexa, download Halo from Xbox Game Pass so I can destroy some noobs."
Windows 10 Leaks Reveal a New Rounded Style
While it's only a small tweak to Windows 10, the leak gives us a huge insight into the operating system's future.
How to Create and Manage Twitch Clips
Want to save a memorable Twitch moment? Here's how to do that using the clipping tool.
You Can Soon Earn Rewards for Using Microsoft Search
Do you use Microsoft Search a lot while you work? If so, you're in for a treat.
Microsoft Is Releasing a 64-Bit Version of OneDrive
Now you can upload and share files faster than ever before.
Verizon Recalls 2.5 Million Mobile Hotspots for Getting Too Hot
Is your Verizon hotspot getting a little too toasty? It's not just you.
Windows 10 Will Get Full News Personalization
You can soon give the topics and publishers you dislike the virtual thumbs-down.
Microsoft Is Making Xbox Series X Mini Fridges, Apparently
"Xbox, check if my cold ones are suitably chilled enough yet."
How to Remote Play Together With Anyone on Steam
Want to Remote Play Together and not sure what to do? Here's how to access and use the Steam feature.
Google Accidentally Leaks the Pixel Buds A in an Email
It was very easy to miss, but the evidence for the existence of the Pixel Buds A just got a lot stronger.
Scammers Impersonated Microsoft and Zoom the Most in 2020
COVID-19 brought about a new way of working, and scammers were keen to take advantage of it.
Facebook Is Testing New QR Code Payments for US Users
One scan with your phone and you can pay anyone regardless of where they are.
New Deep Nostalgia Animations Bring Old Photos to Life
10 more animations are now available on the viral platform, but there's a catch.
Microsoft Edge Overtakes Firefox As the Third Most Popular Desktop Browser
According to StatCounter, Edge is now more popular than Firefox. Just.
How to Change Your Instagram Name
Are you bored of your current username? This guide will inform you how to change it quickly and easily.
Robinhood Is Ditching the Digital Confetti for First Trades
Investing in stocks is serious business, so don't expect a first-timer mini-party from Robinhood any time soon.