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Former Halo director pleads for outside investigation
HALO Former Halo Studios art director Glenn Israel is calling for a third-party investigation into alleged ethics violations and hiring concerns.
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Features
Has Diablo 4 fixed its monetization?
GAMING Paid skins prove you have cash, but Diablo 4’s hidden grinds prove dedication beats a wallet every time.
Windows K2 status tracker: Progress on Microsoft's promises to fix Windows 11
Windows 11 Microsoft has promised to fix Windows 11's biggest flaws, but actions speak louder than words. So, let's track its progress.
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Here's why Xbox Elite 3 seems to underwhelm fans
XBOX The Xbox Elite 3 leaked via Anatel, but its generic design and lack of anti-drift stick tech leave a lot to be desired.
Will Xbox's Asha bring back exclusive games? Why I'm not sure Microsoft will let her do it ...
Xbox It's the year of GTA6. The game has an exclusive PlayStation marketing deal. Call of Duty is also not launching on PS4 this year, giving holdouts a reason to upgrade ... so why is Sony warning investors of decreased sales? And why is this relevant to Xbox exclusive games? Let's talk.
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11 years ago, Microsoft got cozy with "Non-Genuine" version of Windows
Flashback Microsoft’s decision to offer full Windows 10 upgrades to non‑genuine PCs marked a rare moment of outreach — and a major shift in how the company thought about Windows adoption.
Nine years ago, Microsoft bet big on UWP. The story looks very different today.
Flashback Microsoft has a problem with its Universal Windows Platform (UWP) and what it means for developers and consumers. Here is how they plan to fix that and why it means ignore phones.
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Windows 10 Mobile's Best Idea? Looking back at the debut of Continuum
Flashback From the Archives: The dream of the phone that's also a PC was announced today, 11 years ago, at Microsoft Build 2015.
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When Lumia phones unlocked slo-mo video
Flashback From the archives: If you're running the Windows 10 Mobile Insider preview on a Lumia 930, 1520, or Icon, you can now try slow-motion video with the updated Windows Camera app.
Windows & Software
Windows K2 status tracker: Progress on Microsoft's promises to fix Windows 11
Windows 11 Microsoft has promised to fix Windows 11's biggest flaws, but actions speak louder than words. So, let's track its progress.
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Microsoft will let Windows 11 users remap the Copilot key as a "Right Ctrl" or "Context menu" key
Windows 11 Windows 11's special Copilot Key has not been the popular hit that Microsoft was hoping it would be, and has now confirmed plans to let users remap the button back to its old functionality.
The movable Taskbar is finally back on Windows 11
Windows 11 Microsoft is finally testing a movable Taskbar in Windows 11, reversing a controversial design decision that has frustrated users since the OS launched.
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PC Hardware
How does the new Surface Pro for Business (12th Edition) compare to older models?
Surface Microsoft's two-stage Surface Pro launch is confusing. Let me clear things up.
How does the new Surface Laptop 8 compare to the Surface Laptop 7?
Surface The Surface Laptop for Business (8th Edition) has launched, but before you run out and buy one, I have some details about what exactly is new (and why you should probably wait).
Microsoft brings back 8GB RAM option for new Surface Laptop amidst RAM crisis
Surface Microsoft's midrange Surface Laptop offering with 16GB RAM now starts at $1,499 for business customers, forcing the company to bring back an 8GB configuration to bring that price down.
Microsoft confirms new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with Snapdragon X2 is coming this year
Surface Although not available today, the company has confirmed that customers will be able to buy its new Surface devices with Snapdragon X2 chips later this year.
Deals
Free up your desk for faster mouse moves with this 60% TKL keyboard
Deals Best Buy is hosting a 33% discount for the Razer Huntsman Mini 60% keyboard, giving PC players a chance to free up desk space and play with 1000Hz polling rates for less.
HP's reliable OmniBook X Flip is a bargain before Memorial Day even starts
Deals The HP OmniBook X Flip 14, with a Core Ultra 5 226V CPU and a 2K FHD+ touchscreen, focuses on efficient productivity.
This 4K 27-inch gaming monitor switches to 1080p and 320Hz for esports
Deals Amazon is hosting exclusive deals in honor of Memorial Day, like this 33% discount on this high-quality ASUS ROG Strix 27-inch gaming monitor that can switch between 4K and 1080p resolutions.
Clear out your to-do list using this fast-performing CPU that's now 22% off for Memorial Day
Deals Amazon's Memorial Day sale has begun, and it's brought forth a 22% discount for the Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 270K Plus CPU for a limited time.
Handheld Gaming PCs
New Winhanced update brings low‑power downloads
Winhanced Winhanced’s latest 0.9.6.5 update introduces a new low power download mode for Windows handheld gaming devices, alongside refreshed launcher icons and fixes for devices like the Legion Go.
Gaming
Where to find all 9 Treasure Cars in Forza Horizon 6
Gaming Alongside Barn Finds, Forza Horizon 6 introduces Treasure Cars, another set of 9 hidden vehicles that you'll definitely want to get your hands on. Here's how and where to get them.
Xbox makes new 'Player Voice' forum to "collect your feedback and make it more visible"
Xbox Microsoft has introduced a new Xbox Player Voice forum to "make it easier to share input and see how it’s handled" for fans eager to give feedback.
Has Diablo 4 fixed its monetization?
GAMING Paid skins prove you have cash, but Diablo 4’s hidden grinds prove dedication beats a wallet every time.
Here's why Xbox Elite 3 seems to underwhelm fans
XBOX The Xbox Elite 3 leaked via Anatel, but its generic design and lack of anti-drift stick tech leave a lot to be desired.
Will Xbox's Asha bring back exclusive games? Why I'm not sure Microsoft will let her do it ...
Xbox It's the year of GTA6. The game has an exclusive PlayStation marketing deal. Call of Duty is also not launching on PS4 this year, giving holdouts a reason to upgrade ... so why is Sony warning investors of decreased sales? And why is this relevant to Xbox exclusive games? Let's talk.
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Artificial Intelligence
Ex-Microsoft exec says it missed "the AI wave" after fumbling mobile
AI Former Microsoft executive Mat Velloso claims the company missed its chance with AI, citing past failures in the internet and mobile.
Mustafa Suleyman: AI will take over your white-collar job in 18 months
AI Microsoft’s AI chief says white‑collar jobs could vanish in 18 months as automation accelerates across organizations.
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Microsoft's AI data center in Kenya could "switch off half the country"
AI Microsoft’s $1 billion Kenyan AI data center stalls as the power grid struggles to meet demand, sparking fears of blackouts and resource strain.
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Satya Nadella believes Sam Altman may have been fired out of jealousy
AI Microsoft CEO says he is "very proud" the company risked investing in OpenAI.
Microsoft
Claude Code loses ground at Microsoft as Copilot CLI takes over
MICROSOFT Microsoft is ditching Claude Code for Copilot CLI, leaving developers frustrated and raising questions about financial motives.
Microsoft’s $30 billion AI win from OpenAI cost $100 billion
MICROSOFT Microsoft has reportedly spent more than $100 billion on its partnership with OpenAI, largely on infrastructure and hosting costs.
Will Googlebooks KILL Windows? — Windows Central Podcast LIVE
LIVE Join Zac and Ben on May 14 at 12PM ET for the LIVE Windows Central Podcast.
Bill Gates expected Microsoft to lose $1B on OpenAI
MICROSOFT A new report by The Information revealed that Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI has generated approximately $30 billion in revenue for the former between 2023 and 2025.
Microsoft is changing how you trigger Copilot in Office
Apps Microsoft is standardizing Copilot access across Windows, Mac, and Web by replacing varied app triggers with a single floating UI and the Alt + C shortcut.
"Unethical use of Azure" leads to the firing of Microsoft Israel leaders
Microsoft Microsoft's Israeli subsidiary has been placed under ownership of Microsoft France in the interim, after a Microsoft investigation reportedly uncovered "unethical" use of its products violating its terms of service and code of conduct.
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Peripherals & Accessories
Meet the Tom’s Guide Savings Squad, here to rescue your wallet
Announcement The Tom’s Guide Savings Squad is officially live, officially useful, and officially ready to help you stretch your tech budget further than you thought possible.
