Windows 11 version 26H1 won't be getting version 26H2 this fall
Windows 11 Microsoft's special offshoot version of Windows 11 that's exclusive to Snapdragon X2 devices won't be getting an upgrade to version 26H2 this fall. Here's why
Features
Is Windows becoming too reliant on the cloud if it can lock me out of Notepad?
Opinion I recently lost the ability to open Notepad and other apps on my Windows 11 PC when Microsoft's servers suffered authentication issues. Has it gone too far?
Interview: Call of Duty devs discuss process behind its ambitious live service
Call of Duty As Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone starts Season 2, its devs joined us to talk how they're handling the challenges of live-service game development.
4 Ways Windows 11 is better than Linux
Opinion Windows 11 offers better app compatibility, hardware support, gaming, and less friction than Linux for most desktop users. Here's why it still wins.
Helldivers 2's new Bastion tank absolutely rules — it's amazing and awful all at once
Gaming I've put Helldivers 2's new Bastion tank through its paces, and am happy to confirm: it's absolutely awesome.
Windows & Software
Microsoft's LiteBox could bring unmodified Linux programs on Windows 11
News LiteBox, Microsoft's open-source library OS, limits system access, supports Linux apps on Windows, and improves kernel security.
A small PowerToys update just made a big quality‑of‑life fix
Apps Microsoft ships PowerToys v0.97.2 with fixes for several bugs, crashes, and other issues, including a fix for the Image Resizer not working issue after upgrading PowerToys in Windows 10.
Microsoft Exchange Online bug is flagging legit emails as phishing scams
Apps Microsoft Exchange Online mistakenly flags safe emails as phishing threats, sending them into quarantine. The company has confirmed a faulty detection rule as the cause.
PC Hardware
We tested the best Thunderbolt 5 docks you can buy in 2026
Laptops Thunderbolt laptop docks offer unparalleled performance, and they're the perfect way to expand your PC's connectivity. I rounded up the best we've tested so far.
Missing 64GB of RAM? This PC hobbyist might have found it.
Hardware Who is tossing out perfectly good RAM in this economy?
New tests put Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite ahead of Apple's M5
Hardware Benchmarks from Hardware Canucks show just how well the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite chip can compete with the latest from Apple, Intel, and AMD.
See how Dell's new XPS 14 and XPS 16 for 2026 compare
Laptops Dell's new XPS 14 and XPS 16 for 2026 have landed, and you want to be sure you're getting the right model.
Deals
Lenovo warns of rising hardware costs — these discounts laptops say otherwise
Hardware Lenovo North America President Ryan McCurdy said in a recent interview that "pricing sensitivity" means current prices are likely the best you'll get for the next 6-12 months.
Microsoft's best Surface PCs are on sale before Presidents' Day
Deals Various models of Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and 12-inch PCs are discounted during Best Buy's sales event.
Dominate in Overwatch with this discounted premium Xbox controller
Deals The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra is a high-grade controller with responsive controls that can be customized on the fly, comfortable ergonomics, and a price tag that's now more affordable to justify its specs
This 2-in-1 laptop that's nearly under $1000 is great for work and art
Deals The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is a solid piece of hardware with great performance and a detailed 16-inch AMOLED display, fit for aspiring digital artists and office workers alike, and it's now on sale for 31% off
Handheld Gaming PCs
This handheld could cost $4,299, but the real surprise is what AYANEO is planning
Handhelds AYANEO Next 2 is launching with early bird pricing starting at $1,799 and climbing to $4,299 for its top configuration. It aims to push Windows handheld performance to the extreme.
Gaming
Fallout was a "B-tier side project" for its original dev and lost two huge licenses
PC Gaming The original creators of the Fallout series have revealed it was a "B-tier product" for a while, and failed to secure two major licenses during development.
Overwatch's Season 1 update and Reign of Talon relaunch is live with 5 new heroes
Blizzard Overwatch Season 1: Conquest and the Reign of Talon have now launched, beginning a new chapter for Blizzard's PvP hero shooter. Here's everything new.
How to get your hands on the new secret blueprint in Call of Duty: Warzone
Gaming Rebirth Island in Warzone has been given a much needed overhaul, and it's more than just a bit of snow. With the rework comes a new easter egg, and here's how you solve it.
Jetpack Cat memes are taking over Overwatch Season 1
GAMING Jetpack Cat memes are taking over as Overwatch kicks off a new era. See the best fan-made felines here!
Capcom confirms Wilds expansion window and details the last big update before it drops
Gaming DLC Expansion news, Arch-Tempered Arkveld, new event quests, awesome fan-made weapons, more performance boosts for consoles and PC, and more await in Monster Hunter Wilds' latest developer update video
Artificial Intelligence
How Google's search monopoly abuse will destroy Microsoft AI
AI Microsoft and OpenAI cannot hope to replicate Google's dual-purpose crawlers, owing to the search firm's total monopoly over web traffic.
AI influencer marketing faces creator hesitation
AI Big tech corporations like Microsoft and Google are reportedly throwing cash at influencers to make AI trend, but backlash is growing.
Phone‑based reminders arrive in Copilot as Microsoft deepens cross‑device support
AI Copilot's new Reminders feature lets you schedule alerts from Windows 11, web, or mobile, with notifications delivered straight to your phone.
Copilot is everywhere, but only 3.3% of Microsoft 365 users are paying for it
AI Microsoft is splurging billions on AI, but the returns are almost negligible.
Microsoft
EWS shutdown is planned for 2027. Here's what you should do now.
Microsoft Microsoft is officially shutting down EWS for Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online in 2027, and the company suggests making the necessary changes sooner rather than later to avoid service interruption.
Neocities founder calls out Bing for blocking 1.5 million websites
Microsoft What happens when actual human-made content starts getting blocked by one of the biggest search engines around? Let AI figure it out!
Microsoft Teams adds much-needed meeting upgrade
TEAMS Microsoft Teams will soon introduce a toolbar hiding option, enhancing video calls by providing more screen space and reducing clutter for smoother collaboration.
Hayete Gallot returns to Microsoft as it focuses on "engineering quality"
Microsoft Satya Nadella announces that security boss Charlie Bell is moving to focus on engineering quality, and he'll be replaced by Microsoft veteran Hayete Gallot.
Peripherals & Accessories
ASUS ROG Kithara gaming headset review
Review ASUS ROG Kithara is a high-end open-back gaming headset with excellent sound, but it is expensive and short on features for a wired-only setup.
