PC Pro – Issue 365, February 2025

The February 2025 Issue at a Glance 💻

PC Pro Issue 365 is a UK computing magazine built for readers who want practical answers, honest reviews, and a clear view of where personal technology is heading. The February 2025 issue balances big-picture features with hands-on Labs testing, making it useful whether you are upgrading a home PC, managing office hardware, or simply trying to keep up with Windows, security, and AI.

Windows 2025: Your Upgrade Questions Answered

The cover feature tackles the year’s most pressing Windows decisions. It explains why Windows 10 users should consider moving on, helps readers choose the right Windows 11 edition, and looks ahead to what Windows 12 may bring. Rather than treating the operating system as a background utility, the guide treats it as a platform choice that affects security, performance, and long-term value.

Printers That Earn Their Keep 🖨️

A major Labs group test puts 14 inkjet and laser printers through their paces. The tests cover ink-tank models, lasers, all-in-ones, and machines for home and office use, with attention to print quality, speed, features, and running costs. The issue also examines how much it really costs to print a page of text, a question that often separates a bargain printer from a false economy.

Hardware Reviews and Labs

Reviews cover a wide spread of current hardware, including:

• The HP OmniBook Ultra Flip, a 2-in-1 laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 200V chip and 14in OLED screen.
• The Dell XPS 13, the Raspberry Pi 500, and Pimoroni Pico Plus 2 W.
• E-readers such as the Amazon Kindle Scribe and Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition.
• Smartwatches, smartphones, and business-class Wi-Fi 7 access points.
• Printers from Epson, HP, Canon, Brother, Kyocera, Lexmark, and Xerox.

DaVinci Resolve, Arm Emulation, and the Year Ahead

Feature articles include an instant-expert guide to DaVinci Resolve, showing how to edit and render video with the free editing suite. Another feature explores how the latest laptops and Macs run Intel software on Arm processors. The issue also looks at the biggest security threats of 2025, IBM Research’s work in AI and quantum computing, and the changing world of AI agents.

Security, AI, and the Bigger Picture 🔐

Beyond product reviews, the issue examines the forces shaping the technology industry. The editor’s letter calls for less sugar-coating in IT marketing, while regular columnists and reporters cover Intel’s leadership shake-up, the space race for mobile coverage, and the unusual cyberattacks that made headlines. The mix keeps the magazine grounded in real-world consequences rather than hype.

Who Should Read This Issue

PC Pro Issue 365 suits technology enthusiasts, IT professionals, small-business buyers, and anyone making upgrade decisions. It is especially relevant for readers who want independent testing before buying a printer, laptop, Raspberry Pi accessory, e-reader, or network device. The Windows 2025 guide and security coverage also make it useful for people who support family, friends, or colleagues.

Why This Issue Belongs on Your Shelf

This is a snapshot of personal computing at the start of 2025: a year when Windows 10 support ends, AI features move into everyday hardware, and Arm laptops challenge old assumptions. PC Pro Issue 365 gathers those threads into one readable issue, with enough depth for seasoned readers and enough clarity for anyone who simply wants to make better technology choices. 📚