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.
You Can Now Turn a Microsoft Word Document Into a PowerPoint Presentation
With just a few clicks, Microsoft's AI will do all the heavy lifting.
Microsoft Is Rebranding Xbox Live to "Xbox Network"
It's still the same old Xbox Live, just with a shiny new name.
YouTube Will Soon Automatically List Products Detected in Videos
Is this just a fun experiment, or is it the new face of advertising?
What Is Twitch? How to Use the Live-Streaming Platform
Heard a lot about Twitch but not sure what it is? Here's everything you need to know.
Forget the 3DS: The Xbox Game Pass Arrives on the Surface Duo
It's a fair bit more expensive than Nintendo's offerings, but you can now enjoy dual-screen gaming with Microsoft.
Disc or Disk: What Is the Difference?
Is that a disk you're holding? Or is it a disc? What's the difference, anyway?
Sony Is Giving Away 10 Free PlayStation Games This Spring
Stuck for something to play on your PS4 or PS5? Sony has got your back.
NVIDIA Is Doubling the Price of GeForce Now for New Subscribers
It's now $10 a month to game on the cloud with NVIDIA, but existing members need not fret.
How to Freeze Your Credit and Protect Your Finances from Fraud
Learn how to freeze your credit and why you should do this—to prevent falling victim to identity theft!
EA Play Is Coming to Xbox Game Pass for PC
The Xbox Game Pass is amazing value for money, and it just got even better.
The New Google Home Update Adds Data Usage Stats
How much data does your Google Nest use? Now you'll know for sure.
Neurosity Launches The Crown, a "Brain Computer" You Wear on Your Head
It won't give you psychic powers, but it will know when you're slacking off.
NACON Launches the Xbox Pro Compact Wired Controller
It has a lot going for it, such as customizable buttons and adjustable trigger sensitivity.
Microsoft Issues a Temporary Windows 10 Printing Crash Fix
It's a little complicated, but it should solve your printing woes.
Open-Back vs. Closed-Back Headphones: What Is the Difference?
Are open-back headphones better than closed-back headphones?
Microsoft Fixes That Pesky Xbox Controller Disconnection Bug
Microsoft said it was going to, and now it's delivering on the promise.
The Latest Windows Update Is Causing Some PCs to Crash
The culprit has been identified... and it's your printer.
What Is a Shortcut Virus and How Do You Remove It?
A shortcut virus hides your files and folders, then replaces them all with shortcuts that look the same. Here's how to remove a shortcut virus.
Peloton Sessions Let You Schedule Workouts With Friends
If you miss the days of cycling with your friends, Peloton is making it possible from the comfort of your home.
You Can Now See Which Languages Xbox Games Support at a Glance
You can also go into the finer details and see if the menus, audio, or subtitles support the language you want.