Andrew Cunningham
Andrew Cunningham is a Senior Technology Reporter at Ars Technica with a focus on consumer tech including computer hardware and in-depth reviews of operating systems like Windows and macOS. He has been writing about technology since 2011, with bylines at Ars, Anandtech, Wirecutter, and The New York Times. Before that, he worked on the front lines of IT for five years, fixing things and helping people figure their technology out. Andrew lives in Philadelphia and co-hosts a weekly book podcast called Overdue.
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Recent Articles
LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi - A New Animated Set Honoring Super Mario's Classic Game
Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024At Comic-Con 2024, LEGO unveiled the new LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi set, a tribute to Super Mario World with animatronic features. Pre-orders start today for the 1,215-piece set featuring Mario and Yoshi, available from October 1st. 
Apple's Next-Gen Operating Systems: Home Screen Customization, Window Tiling, and RCS Text Messaging in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15 Sequoia, and More
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024Apple releases public betas for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15 Sequoia, tvOS 18, and HomePod Software 18. The updates introduce home screen customization, window tiling and iPhone mirroring, RCS text messaging support, a redesigned Photos app with AI organization features and more. Some older devices are not supported in this update cycle. 
New Aluminum Edition of Analogue Pocket Handheld Console: Limited, Expensive, and Compatible with Multiple Gaming Systems
Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024The Analogue Pocket Aluminum Edition, a limited-release version of the popular handheld gaming console, boasts an aluminum body and comes in four colors. Retailing at $499.99, it's pricier than the standard model but offers a unique design for collectors. Pre-orders start on July 15th with shipping expected on July 17th. Compatible with Game Boy, Game Gear, Neo Geo Pocket Color, and Atari Lynx cartridges, the Analogue Pocket Aluminum Edition is a coveted item for gaming enthusiasts. 
Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and Laptop 7: A Game-Changing Shift to Arm Processors with Improved Performance and Longer Battery Life
Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and Laptop 7 mark a game-changing shift in the tech industry as they become the first flagship devices from Microsoft to exclusively use Arm processors, bringing an 'Apple Silicon moment' for Windows. With popular apps like Netflix, Kindle, Handbrake, Unity, VLC and Microsoft Office now available in native Arm versions and impressive performance improvements for emulated apps on the Snapdragon X Elite processor, these devices offer exceptional battery life and strong competition in the market. However, some apps like VPNs and older hardware devices may not run properly. 
FreeDOS: The Last Active Development of MS-DOS Turns 30, Preserving Computer History and Legacy Applications
Broke On: Friday, 16 September 1994Microsoft discontinued MS-DOS sales in 1994, leading Jim Hall and his team to create FreeDOS, an open-source MS-DOS recreation. Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2024, FreeDOS is the last active development of a MS-DOS compatible operating system. It enables users to run legacy applications like Microsoft Word, Fallout, DOOM and SimCity on modern systems. /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25507522/247166_Xbox_Patent_Drawings_CVirginia.jpg)
Microsoft's Canceled Keystone Console: A Compact White Box for Xbox Cloud Gaming
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024Microsoft's planned Keystone console for Xbox Cloud Gaming was a compact white box with HDMI, ethernet, and power connectors. Intended to sell around $100, the project was canceled due to cost concerns in late 2022. Microsoft instead launched an Xbox TV app for streaming games on select Samsung devices. 
Revisiting the Past: The Pocket 386 - A Compact Retro Laptop Powered by MS-DOS and Windows 3.x
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024Introducing the Pocket 386, a retro computing device launched in June 2024 that revives the MS-DOS and Windows 3.x era experience. Powered by an Ali M6117 processor, it offers a compact size, USB port, and various external connections for PS/2, VGA, parallel, and serial inputs. Despite its limited capabilities compared to modern laptops, the Pocket 386's nostalgic appeal and ability to run classic software makes it an attractive option for tech enthusiasts appreciating the history of personal computing. 
Microsoft Delays Release of Controversial AI Feature Recall Amid Privacy Concerns: Opt-In Experience and Additional Protections
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024Microsoft delays release of AI feature Recall due to privacy concerns, now opt-in and with added security measures. 
Microsoft's Recall Feature in Windows 11: A Potential Privacy and Security Risk?
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024Microsoft's new Recall feature in Windows 11, which uses AI technology to take screenshots and save personal data locally, has raised concerns due to potential privacy and security risks. Cybersecurity expert Kevin Beaumont discovered vulnerabilities, including data being stored in plain text form and OCR technology extracting sensitive information. Critics argue that unauthorized users could easily access user databases if they have local access or infect the PC with a virus. Microsoft maintains it's an optional experience with privacy controls but faces calls to recall or modify the feature due to productivity concerns and potential impact on data security. 
Intel's Lunar Lake Architecture: Delivering 48 TOPS AI Performance and Power Efficiency
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024Intel's new Lunar Lake architecture delivers significant improvements in AI performance and power efficiency, with the Neural Processing Unit 4 offering up to 48 TOPS of peak performance. The architecture also features upgraded P-cores and E-cores, a next-generation GPU, and integrates 16 or 32GB of LPDDR5X memory into the package for reduced power consumption. Lunar Lake processors are expected to offer a 2x to 4x performance improvement overall and natively support H.266 VVC video.