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Windows & Software
Skype Credit is no longer available for purchase
Software Microsoft no longer allows people to purchase Skype Credit or a Skype Number. Subscription plans are available to make calls to mobile phones and landlines.
A compilation of hilarious memes about ChatGPT's global outage
AI Here's a compilation of hilarious memes shared on social media following OpenAI's recent ChatGPT massive outage.
How to launch other apps with the Copilot key on Windows 11
Remap On Windows 11, if you don't have a use for the Copilot key on the keyboard, you can change it to launch other apps, and in this guide, I will explain how to complete this process.
PC Hardware
Get the right motherboard for your Ryzen 7 7950X and 7950X3D
Updated AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X and 7950X3D are monstrous CPUs that need a specific socket and plenty of power, so I've rounded up the best AM5 motherboards with features for your budget.
Need a home for your Core i9-14900K? Check out my favorite motherboards.
Updated Pair your flagship Intel CPU with the right motherboard to maximize performance.
HP's Envy Move is the best family PC, but I found some great alternatives
Updated If you're taken by the idea of having an All-in-One PC that includes performance hardware and display, there's a great selection from which to choose. I've collected the best of the best right here.
Dell makes a lot of PCs, but these Alienware models are best for gaming
Updated The Aurora R16 is Dell's flagship gaming PC that's best for most users, but older R15 models might be able to save you some money. Here's what you need to know before buying.
Gaming
These Gobblegums turned into a cheat code for me in Black Ops 6: Zombies
Gaming If you're struggling to get through the Black Ops 6 Zombies main quests, even in Directed Mode, these Gobblegums are a game-changer.
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is now on a 67% early Christmas sale
Deal Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader just got a gigantic free update filled with over 1,000 gameplay improvements, and a massive 67% discount over at CDKeys for the PC version.
Google reveals the top 10 searched games of 2024 and at least 2 entries will make Nintendo mad
Gaming Google has revealed the top 10 most searched games for 2024, with some surprising entries that are sure to raise eyebrows, especially at Nintendo.
dBrand Killswitch for ROG Ally and ROG Ally X is a fantastic accessory that makes these handhelds easier to hold
Review The dBrand ROG Ally Killswitch and ROG Ally X Killswitch case provide a kickstand, rubber casing, protective front covering, and thumb grips, but are they worth buying? Our review. 👇
Peripherals & Accessories
Xbox Wireless Headset (2024) review — Is it worth the effort?
Review Microsoft's refreshed official Xbox Wireless Headset is here. I wasn't a big fan of the first iteration a few years ago, but is its sequel worth your money?
The ASUS ZenScreen Smart Monitor is fantastic, but sometimes it feels like it flew too close to the sun
Review ASUS ZenScreen Smart Monitor MS27UC is a great 4K computer monitor that doubles as a Google TV complete with a remote. Our review.
You can now get a ridiculous quad monitor stand from the company that made your chair
Quad Displays Secretlab, most known for its chairs, also makes desks, monitor mounts, and other accessories. Now, Secretlab also offers a quad-arm stand for true multi-screen setups.
This ultrawide gaming monitor is still on sale, and a Cyber Monday steal at this price
Join The Club This ultrawide gaming monitor is still on sale for an excellent price even though Cyber Monday is over, but time is running out to take advantage.
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.
Microsoft
Microsoft Edge has edged its way to a respectable 13% market share boost
Software Pornhub's all-important year in review reveals evolving browser habits, offering Microsoft's platform a mixed bag. Let's take a deeper dive. It's SFW, I promise.
Microsoft AI CEO poaches former colleagues for "AI health" unit
AI HEALTH UNIT Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman recently hired Dominic King, a former colleague from his Google DeepMind days to help lead the company's new AI health unit as Vice President.
Is Microsoft ditching X for Bluesky amid toxic rhetoric reports?
Microsoft @ Bluesky Microsoft recently joined Bluesky, touting a "connected digital ecosystem" that bolsters the user experience and innovation.
Microsoft previews Copilot feature that watches what you’re looking at on the internet
COPILOT Copilot Vision is now available in preview for Copilot Pro subscribers.
Artificial Intelligence
A compilation of hilarious memes about ChatGPT's global outage
AI Here's a compilation of hilarious memes shared on social media following OpenAI's recent ChatGPT massive outage.
Microsoft AI CEO poaches former colleagues for "AI health" unit
AI HEALTH UNIT Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman recently hired Dominic King, a former colleague from his Google DeepMind days to help lead the company's new AI health unit as Vice President.
Y-Combinator-backed firm lauds AI employees over humans in the workplace
STOP HIRING HUMANS A controversial ad campaign sparks outrage for lauding its AI software as a better alternative for human employees.
Google wants to break Microsoft's exclusive cloud deal with OpenAI
cloud compute Google wants the US government to break Microsoft's exclusive deal, hosting OpenAI's tech stack on its cloud servers.
More from Windows Central
How to make your phone into a 'Windows Phone' in 2024
RIP Windows Phone Windows Phone is dead but its spirit lives on. A video by MrMobile shows how you can turn an Android phone into a 'Window Phone' with Launcher 10.
Windows Phone in 2024?! Not exactly, but this is close.
An enthusiast managed to get Windows 11 onto a phone by using "Project Renegade." The device does not work perfectly, but it serves as a reminder of what could have been with Windows Phone.
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.