Ubisoft is shuttering free-to-play shooter XDefiant in 2025
Ugh Ubisoft is shutting down free-to-play shooter XDefiant, with the game remaining playable for existing players until June 2025.
Cyber Monday Deals
My guide to the ultimate (and inexpensive) mini PC gaming setup
Mini PC gaming Gaming desktops and gaming laptops are very expensive, but you can get a more affordable setup with a mini PC. Here are all of the things you'll need along with the best Cyber Monday deals.
This docking station actually fits the larger ROG Ally X and Legion Go handhelds, and it's currently on sale for Cyber Monday
Handheld accssory The JSAUX 6-in-1 Multifunctional Docking Station has a big enough base for the large Legion Go or ROG Ally X to sit in. Plus, the cable can actually reach these handheld ports without straining.
You don't need to spend a ton for a reliable computer — We love this mini PC and it's still less than $200 right now
Deal Thanks to a Cyber Monday mini PC deal going on now, you can get the Geekom Air12 Lite for less than $200 while the sale lasts.
These Cyber Monday PC game deals are still live and they're perfect for gaming handhelds
Handheld game deals Not all games work well on gaming handhelds, but these Cyber Monday game deals are an exception. Grab some awesome games to play on your device while they are on sale.
Windows & Software
How to change power modes for performance or battery on Windows 11
On Windows 11, you can adjust the power settings to optimize the device for performance or battery life, and in this guide, I will explain how to complete this configuration.
How to change keyboard layout on Windows 11
On Windows 11, you can add, change, and remove keyboard layouts at any time from the Settings app, and in this guide, I will show you the entire process.
Grab a custom domain for Bluesky with this Cyber Monday deal
Deal Take advantage of this Cyber Monday deal at Namecheap and grab a custom domain to use as a Bluesky handle.
PC Hardware
You don't need to spend a ton for a reliable computer — We love this mini PC and it's still less than $200 right now
Deal Thanks to a Cyber Monday mini PC deal going on now, you can get the Geekom Air12 Lite for less than $200 while the sale lasts.
Mini PCs start as low as $179 with these last-chance Cyber Monday deals
Deals Some of the best mini PCs we've ever tested at Windows Central are still on sale after Cyber Monday.
Gaming laptops are still on sale from $479 after Cyber Monday
PCMR Deals Cyber Monday is proving to be the best time for gamers to shop, with massive discounts on top RTX gaming laptops.
Dell's massive Cyber Monday sale is STILL live, but the deals are drying up
Dell deals Black Friday and Cyber Monday might be over, but Dell's discounts are still here in full force. Price protection and free shipping sweeten the deal.
Gaming
Can your PC handle Path of Exile 2 system requirements?
Are you ready, Exile? The long-awaited Path of Exile 2 releases into Early Access soon. Check to see if your rig can handle the PC requirements.
Here's when Path of Exile 2 releases on Xbox and PC
Launching soon Path of Exile 2 is releasing soon. Here's everything you need to know about it.
As Blizzard pulls Warcraft 1 and 2 from GOG.com, we have to ask, why aren't they on PC Game Pass yet?
Forgoggen Warcraft 1 and 2 are being removed from the DRM-free GOG.com at the behest of Blizzard, for sadly obvious reasons.
Peripherals & Accessories
This docking station actually fits the larger ROG Ally X and Legion Go handhelds, and it's currently on sale for Cyber Monday
Handheld accssory The JSAUX 6-in-1 Multifunctional Docking Station has a big enough base for the large Legion Go or ROG Ally X to sit in. Plus, the cable can actually reach these handheld ports without straining.
We recommend this sleek, low-profile wireless keyboard that's $41 off for last-chance Cyber Monday
The HP 970 programmable wireless keyboard is currently its lowest price ever, down to just $89 this Cyber Monday.
AAA Batteries Still Matter in 2024, and these are on sale
Going and going A Cyber Monday deal discounts a 24-pack of AAA batteries, which are surprisingly still needed in 2024.
These 12 amazing Cyber Monday Xbox controller deals I found are still available
Game On Black Friday may be over, but Cyber Monday is here — and that means these Xbox controller deals are still around.
Microsoft
FTC Chair Lina Khan fires a parting shot at Microsoft with a new antitrust probe
Lina Khan departs in January 2025, which begs the question as to whether or not anything will come of this latest FTC vs. Microsoft scuffle.
Google refutes Microsoft's latest claims against Android, while Epic Games' CEO tags in
RAW comments Epic Games' Tim Sweeney is pulling no punches after Google issues a new statement on the long-awaited, long-delayed Xbox Android gaming store.
Microsoft 365 does NOT use customer data to train AI models
Rumor has it Microsoft specified that Connected Experiences within Microsoft 365 are not related to training AI models.
Microsoft Insiders highlight Copilot struggles despite multi-billion dollar investment
COPILOT STRUGGLES Microsoft's Copilot efforts are riddled with privacy and security issues, with a high-ranking employee referring to most Copilot-themed tools as "gimmicky."
Artificial Intelligence
Google Gemini tells student to "please die"
GOOGLE A Michigan graduate student using Google Gemini to research for a project was met with a worrying and threatening response from the chatbot
Ex-Google CEO says "there's no evidence scaling law has begun to stop"
UNPRECEDENTED SCALING Google's former CEO bashes scaling law reports and indicates AI models will scale unprecedented heights, leading to dangers such as biological attacks and new forms of warfare.
Microsoft Insiders highlight Copilot struggles despite multi-billion dollar investment
COPILOT STRUGGLES Microsoft's Copilot efforts are riddled with privacy and security issues, with a high-ranking employee referring to most Copilot-themed tools as "gimmicky."
Razer introduces new AI-powered LLM to streamline sustainability efforts
SUSTAINABILITY FTW Razer recently unveiled GAIADEX to bolster sustainability efforts. The tool is designed to improve the precision of LCA assessments and promote eco-friendly solutions.
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I was given a folding phone for free, and my wife still had to stop me from buying this discounted Razr on Prime Day
Deal Right now, you can snag a Razr 2024 for $100 off. That discount brings an already-affordable folding phone to a can't-miss discount.
The Surface Duo is dead — Microsoft pulls plug on $1,500 Surface Duo 2 after just one Android OS upgrade
RIP The Surface Duo 2 has just received its likely final security update, marking an end to Microsoft’s brief return to the smartphone market.
Huawei's 10-inch tri-folding phone confirms Satya Nadella was wrong for killing Windows Phone AND Surface Duo
Looking back The Huawei Mate XT "tri-fold" packs a 10-inch display into your pocket, and I wish it ran Windows.
HONOR's new AI intent-based eye-tracking technology will revolutionize how users interact with smartphones (and maybe your PC)
EYE TRACKING HONOR announced the broad availability of its intent-based eye-tracking technology. The feature allows users to interact with smartphone devices using their eyes only.
