Instead of upgrading to a Windows 11 PC, some folks have opted to buy an Apple Mac. That’s according to Counterpoint Research (via Tom’s Hardware), which says Mac shipments rose by 14.9% YoY. Overall, global PC shipments rose by 8.1% in Q3 2025 compared to the same quarter last year due to the end of Windows 10 support.

As of October 14, 2025, Microsoft has ended support for its Windows 10 operating system, meaning all Windows 10 PCs have reached their end of life. Microsoft will no longer offer free software updates, security patches and technical assistance from Windows Update for the older OS and is encouraging users to upgrade to Windows 11. However, it seems some are getting Macs instead.

I review the best MacBooks, such as the new MacBook Pro M5, so I can’t say this news is surpris

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