The big Windows 11 2024 Update (also known as Windows 11 24H2) is both a brand-new operating system but also one that's been out for several months now. And its best features are really reserved for those who have invested in a next-gen Copilot PC powered by chips from Qualcomm, Intel, and AMD. These seeming contradictions are at the heart of Windows 11 24H2, which begins rolling out today in a "phased" rollout that will last several weeks. But when you get it and what you get with it will all depend on whether you own a Copilot PC. In other words, there's a set of basic features that everyone will receive (including new energy-saving features for laptops and desktops, improved smartphone integration, plus support for Wi-Fi 7 and the upgraded 80Gbps capabilities of USB4), along with more advanced features that are only available to Copilot PC users.

CyberGuy shows you how to create and customize events in the calendar app. We all have a ton going on in our lives, and I know that I would never be able to keep all my events and appointments in order without the help of technology. Some of you might use desk calendars to have all your appointments written down, however, even those can quickly fill up. Try using a calendar app on your smartphone by following these easy steps. CLICK TO GET KURT'S CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH QUICK TIPS, TECH REVIEWS, SECURITY ALERTS AND EASY HOW-TO'S TO MAKE YOU SMARTER Not only is it easy to add an event to your iPhone calendar, you can also set reminders for the event, giving it a color code, inviting people, and more.

Amazon.com Inc. AMZN 1.24% introduced its Alexa digital assistant seven months after Cortana's launch, but its Echo and sibling devices now control two-thirds of the U.S. smart-speaker market, according to research firm eMarketer. The market share of devices using Cortana isn't large enough to be listed in eMarketer's tally. Microsoft's effort to turn Cortana into a viable competitor, while voice computing is still in its early days, is bigger than just the market for smart speakers that sit on kitchen counters checking the weather. It is an opportunity to lead in the next big advance in computing, in which people use their voices rather than a keyboard and mouse. Companies that master so-called conversational computing will have an edge in the emerging business just as Windows gave Microsoft an advantage in the PC era, analysts say.

Microsoft Monday is a weekly column that focuses on updates in regards to the Redmond giant. This week, Microsoft Monday includes details about Windows 10 upgrade revealed, EU still not satisfied with data collection transparency, HoloLens used for designing operating rooms, the launch of Skype Lite, an investment in AirMap, Halo split-screen is returning, new features for the Mail and Calendar apps for Windows 10 and much more! Microsoft has recently announced that a fourth major Windows 10 upgrade is being planned. Microsoft made the announcement at Ignite Australia roughly about two weeks ago. The first three updates are known as November Update, Anniversary Update and Creators Update.