Microsoft is testing a speed test tool for Windows 11
Windows 11 users will soon be able to instantly check the quality of their network speed. Microsoft is testing a speed test tool that can be accessed from the taskbar. The option will be available from the Wi-Fi or Cellular quick settings panel, but it can also be accessed from the right-click menu of the network icon on the system tray.
Microsoft calls it a built-in toolBut this is misleading. This is because the option doesn’t actually run the test directly in Windows, instead it opens the speed test in the default browser. Essentially, it’s just a shortcut, but it can be useful for users to check their network performance and troubleshoot any issues with it.
The Speed ​​Test tool is currently available in the Windows 11 Release Preview channel of the Windows Insider program.
Google will highlight links prominently in AI overview and AI mode
Google is changing the way it displays links to sources in AI Overview and AI Mode. The current experience is fairly basic, where sources are cited at the end of some sentences. These links are often easily missed, making it difficult for the reader to figure out where the content is taken from. If there are multiple citations, you will have to scroll down and hover the mouse over each link to find the website name etc.
a screenshot Shared by Robbie SteinThe vice president of Google Search, shows what the new experience looks like. Google’s AI Overview will now group links at the top of the page making them easier to access. When you hover over the Google AI Overview link, it displays a pop-up that lists all the sources for that topic. The new search experience is already available to users on both desktop and mobile.
Although this is a welcome improvement, Google’s AI overview has been criticized by users and publishers, who claimed that it reduced traffic to their websites because searchers were not clicking on the links. In fact, the European Commission began looking into whether Google misused websites without compensating them for their content.
Mozilla has discontinued Firefox ESR for Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Microsoft ended support for Windows 7 in January 2020, with Windows 8 and 8.1 ending support in January 2023. While both Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome discontinued support for the browsers on older operating systems almost immediately, Mozilla continued to support Firefox for Windows 7 and 8 for several years. However, this is coming to an end. Mozilla says it will release Firefox Extended Support for Windows 7, 8 and 8.1 Will not be updated beyond February 2026. This means that Firefox 115 ESR will be the last version to support older versions of Windows.
Users can continue to receive security updates for Firefox by upgrading their computers to Windows 10, but since Microsoft has already ended support for the OS, this may not be a good idea. The only other option is to upgrade to Windows 11. But this is not going to be easy, given that there are strict hardware requirements.
Diablo II Reign of the Warlocks expansion released
Blizzard has released a new expansion for Diablo II. The hit action-RPG debuted in the year 2000, and received an expansion called The Lords of Destruction in 2001. Fast forward 25 years, and the game has a new expansion called The Lords of Destruction. warlock’s reign. It comes with a new character class called the Warlock, who is able to summon demons at his command, use eldritch weapons, or weave chaos magic. The update also brings several new items, customizable loot filters, and a Stash tab to better manage your loot.
Diablo II is now available on Steam for the first time as part of Diablo II: Resurrected. This version comes with new DLC and all previously released content.
Valve admits Steam has been affected by Deck MEmory and storage supply issues
Gamers in some regions are finding it difficult to purchase the Steam Deck, as the handheld is out of stock on the official website. The cause of this problem appears to be an ongoing memory and storage crisis. Valve posted a notice The Steam Deck page on its website mentions that the Steam Deck OLED may be out of stock intermittently. It was also noted that the Steam Deck LCD 256 GB model is no longer in production. For context, the LCD version was discontinued in December 2025, and will no longer be available once the existing units are sold out.
Valve recently confirmed that it has delayed the launch of the new Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame due to memory and storage shortages. From the other side, Steam’s next celebration Will start next week.
It’s not just Steam decks, consoles have become more expensive due to the lack of NAND, RAM. Experts believe supply issues could impact multiple industries, including smartphones and other devices.
Apple may launch iPhone 17e, new MacBook and iPad on March 4
Apple has announced that it is hosting an event in New York on March 4. Rumors indicate that the Cupertino company will launch multiple devices. according to Bloomberg’s Mark GurmanApple will unveil the iPhone 17e as the successor to the 16e (pictured below). The phone will support MagSafe charging and will be powered by the A19 SoC. Gurman says the iPhone 17e will cost $599.
Apple is also expected to launch some new iPads at the event, including a new entry-level model with the A18 chip and the iPad Air with the M4 chip. It will also launch an iPad mini with an OLED screen. Not only this, it is being said that Apple may also announce new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros and a MacBook Air with M5 SoC, a new Mac Studio. Interestingly, Apple will also introduce a low-cost MacBook with a display smaller than 13 inches. This model will be powered by an iPhone-class chip, and could compete with Chromebooks and entry-level Windows devices. iOS 26.4 may be announced in the coming weeks along with the much-awaited Siri update powered by Gemini AI.
