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.
Hey Google, Please Buy Me a New Fiat 500
How much fuel is in your car right now? With the new Fiat 500 Family Hey Google range, you'll always know the answer.
Windows 10 Is Getting More Customization Options
Windows Spotlight is coming to your desktop, as well as some colorful touch keyboard options.
Verizon Is Shutting Down Its 3G Network in 2022
Under one percent of Verizon's users still use 3G, so it's time to move on to greener pastures.
YouTube Is Testing Hiding Dislikes From Some Users
You can still vote a video down, but you won't see the overall dislike count of a video.
Volkswagen Is Becoming "Voltswagen" in the US
The company is shifting toward electric vehicles, and it wants its name to reflect that.
Microsoft Releases KB5000842 as an Optional Windows Update
The update brings a smattering of handy fixes and tweaks for Windows 10.
How to Fix the Ntoskrnl.exe BSOD Blue Screen Error in Windows
The Ntoskrnl.exe is irritating, but there are several ways you can fix it.
Facebook Will Soon Automatically Caption Your Stories
A leaker has revealed what Facebook Stories captioning looks like... and it looks amazing.
New York Has Launched the First Digital COVID-19 Vaccine Passport
It's voluntary to install and use right now, but how "voluntary" will it be in the future?
Ford Is Now Turning 3D Printing Waste Into Truck Parts
You can't print out a car just yet, but we're getting there.
Windows 10 Will Soon Stop Pushing You to Use Paint 3D
Windows 10 still really wants you to use its free modeling program, but that's soon to change.
Can Disney Justify the New Price of Disney+?
The cost of Disney+ is increasing in many countries. Here's why we think Disney can justify it.
Microsoft Is Zeroing In on $10 Billion Discord Acquisition
The potential purchase of Discord is causing some, well, discord amongst users.
Xbox Live Is Now Xbox Network: Here's What's Changing...
Xbox Live may have changed its name to Xbox Network, but are the features still the same?
Google Is Testing a New Assistant Feature Called "Memory"
Have a bad memory? Google wants to help you out by giving you a second digital brain.
Microsoft Teams Now Has Its Own Bug Bounty Program
Are you a dab hand at finding security flaws? You could earn a lot of money with Microsoft Teams.
Xbox Party Chat Will Soon Be Free for All Xbox Gamers
While other console companies are charging more for their online services, Microsoft is doing the opposite.
Reminder: The Price of Disney+ Is Increasing From Friday
You'll have to shell out a little more to gain access to the House of Mouse.
What Is the Alpha Channel in PNG Images?
You might've heard about images that have an alpha channel. Here's everything you need to know about the alpha channel in PNG images.
DoorDash Will Now Deliver COVID-19 Test Kits to Your Home
Feel a cough coming on? Now you can grab a test kit along with your groceries.