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New WhatsApp app for Windows 11 fixes some of its biggest problems
A beta version of the new WhatsApp app is now available to download, after what seems like forever, and if brings some brilliant new features. Being a UWP app means that the same app can run on not only Windows 10 and Windows 11, but also Xbox consoles.
It is important to note that this UWP app is different to the existing WhatsApp desktop app. For starters, it is available to download from the Microsoft Store, and this is where future app updates will be handled as well.
If you're looking for a reason to make the switch from the desktop app to the UWP version, the fact that this new release uses fewer system resources is very attractive. Despite being classed as a beta version, the app seems stable and reliable.
Shiny and new
What can you expect from this latest release? Although it's not yet complete, there are already lots of features to explore. For many people the highlight will be multi-device support. This means that it is possible to use WhatsApp to chat with others without the need to have your phone to hand – in fact, your phone doesn't even need to be connected to the internet.
Other key features include video calling, a new look complete with Windows 11's transparent acrylic effects, and incredibly fast launch times. Perhaps the most useful feature of this new app is the way notifications work.
As this is a UWP app, background syncing is available, and this means that notifications will appear even when the app is not open.
There is a lot to love in the new WhatsApp, and this is a beta version that is still undergoing development so, with feedback from users, it is going to improve further and gain even more features in the future.
If you're interested in trying out the app, you can download it from the Microsoft Store here.
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Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 2-in-1 laptop is a steal with $550 off for Black Friday
Read MoreSamsung’s Galaxy Book Pro 360 is a stylish premium laptop with a huge discount from the manufacturer as an early Black Friday deal.
Normally, higher-end models of this 2-in-1 notebook can get pretty pricey, and the 15-inch Core i7 version here normally weighs in at $1,499.99, but Samsung has slashed that by $550, meaning this Pro 360 now costs $949.99.
To be precise, this is the ‘mystic navy’ color 15.6-inch model with an Intel Core i7-1165G7 quad-core (8-thread) processor and Iris Xe integrated graphics. It has 16GB of system RAM and a 1TB SSD.
The 15.6-inch AMOLED screen has a Full HD resolution and is nicely bright, offering great color reproduction and contrast levels (we enthused about the display in our review, as well as the expansive and high-quality keyboard, among other positive points).
This is a 360-degree hybrid, meaning the keyboard deck can fold right around to be flat against the display so the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 can be used as a thick tablet, and it’s a lightweight device as you might imagine.
Despite the portability (and flexibility) of this device, that 11th-gen Core i7 CPU is going to give you plenty of power for everyday computing tasks – and a spot of light gaming – plus you also get a claimed battery life of 21 hours. (In our testing, we didn’t achieve that, but any longevity figure is based on workload, of course, and we certainly found this 2-in-1 would last a whole workday, and more).
For the money, you’re getting a lot of laptop here, that much is for sure.
(Not in the US? Scroll down for deals in your region).
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360, Core i7, 16GB, 1TB:
$1,499.99$949.99 at Samsung
This Intel Evo certified 2-in-1 offers a premium finish and aluminum chassis, with a Core i7 CPU capable of boosting up to 4.7GHz, and a 1TB SSD to give plenty of room to breathe with storage. The $550 reduction represents not far off a 40% discount here.More Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 2-in-1 laptop deals
No matter where you live, you'll find all the lowest prices for the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 from around the web right here, with offers available in your region.
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Bling up your GPU with this RTX 3060Ti kit
Read MoreTired of boring, basic, all-black GPUs? Wants something fancier in your PC case? Then this GPU kit from Colorful may be just what you need. Colorful announced a new iGame GeForce RTX Customization Series graphics cards which allows customization with your own unique designs. The graphics card comes with two backplates which uses a magnetic locking mechanism for easy disassembly and customization.
The Colorful iGame GeForce RTX Customization Series graphics cards feature a mixture of purple and green shades in gradient color, along with dual-axial fans with an air duct design that allows airflow to pass through the heatsink to improve heat dissipation and airflow inside the chassis.
(Image credit: Colorful) The GPU comes with two backplates – a brushed aluminum silver backplate and a blank aluminum backplate in white finish. Out of the box, the iGame GeForce RTX Customization Series comes with a pair of Vultune style decal stickers
The COLORFUL iGame GeForce RTX Customization Series graphics card also has an ARGB strip surrounding the shroud for wide-coverage ARGB illumination. The addressable RGB lighting is fully customizable using the iGame Center app.
Specifications and availability
(Image credit: Colorful) Pricing and availability will be announced in the future.
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