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Crossovers
Ghost Recon Wildlands gets Ghost Recon Future Soldier content today
A Better Screen
Amazon’s all-new waterproof Kindle Paperwhite is finally on sale
Let It Snow
Overwatch gets Winter Wonderland 2018 event today
Later on Xbox One
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 pass holders get new maps and zombies soon
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Patch Tuesday
Microsoft releases this month's Patch Tueday updates for Windows 10
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Another One
Shadow of the Tomb Raider 'The Pillar' adventure launches next week
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Top Holiday Deals & Gifts
Like magic
Drop your phone on the $20 Mophie Wireless Charge Pad to power up
Save today!
Instant Pot pressure cooker, blenders, and more are all discounted today
If I Could Turn Back Time
A bunch of Amazon Fire TV devices are back down to Black Friday pricing
Pick one up
Amazon has nearly all of its Fire Tablets on sale right now
Save your favorites
Watch TV when and where you want with the $190 Fire TV Recast
Join the craze
Grab the 3-quart Instant Pot Ultra for its lowest price yet today only
Forget the wires
Grab iOttie's stylish and compact fast wireless charger for just $30 today
October 2018 Update
A mistake
How Microsoft missed the major file-deletion bug in the October Update
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Version 1809
October 2018 Update is finally available again — check out our full review
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Fixin' It Up
Microsoft issues another batch of fixes for Windows 10 October 2018 Update
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Universal
Intel launches 'modern' graphics drivers for Windows 10
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Time to Update!
Apple fixes October 2018 Update iCloud bug, Microsoft removes upgrade block
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PC Reviews
Pre-built desktop
Acer's Nitro 50 desktop comes stocked with AMD hardware for 1080p gaming
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Buyer's guide
Check out our choices for the best Windows laptops out there
So damn good
The ASUS ZenBook 15 is a laptop that closes the year out on a high
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Pre-built gaming
Lenovo's Legion C530 Cube offers budget performance in an unusual case
Pre-built gaming
You can get the same power for less, but Lenovo's Legion T730 looks great
Gaming
More space needed
Do you really need an external hard drive for your Xbox One?
Play in comfort
Can a gaming chair really improve your Xbox experience?
Battle of the mid-range
Turtle Beach Elite Atlas vs. HyperX CloudX: Which headset should you buy?
Dive into the depths
Subnautica on Xbox One is a joyful underwater wonder
Switch it Up
Microsoft may use AI for its Xbox gaming xCloud dream
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Analysis
Surface
Centaurus
Move over Andromeda — here comes Surface 'Centaurus'
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mini 4G
Surface Go with LTE is solid but misses the mark on battery life and price
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bel art
Surface Studio 2 is ridiculously pricey — and even more droolworthy
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LSAT Go
LSAT is going digital and Surface Go is the chosen tablet for admissions
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Windows Central Podcasts
How it's done
All the tech gear we use to record the Windows Central Podcast
The future of Surface
Windows Central Podcast 114: Surface 2019, Windows Lite, and new icons
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Episode 113
Windows Central Podcast 113: Microsoft Launcher 5.1, Surface Go LTE
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So much to talk about
Windows Central Podcast 112: October Update, Surface Headphones, Xbox 2019
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Apps
Up-to-date
Missing Office features? Your apps may need an update. Here's how to do it.
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Sounding the Alarm
Mozilla says Edge's move to Chromium cedes too much control to Google
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Better all the time
Microsoft Whiteboard updated with background colors, grid lines, and more
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Tweaks Ahoy
Skype Insiders get 'Away' presence, System Tray minimization on Windows 10
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Windows 10
Beta builds
Fast ring Windows 10 Insiders can now access build 18298
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The ultimate guide
How to do a clean installation of Windows 10
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Stay In The Game
Game Bar now lets you view and share screenshots in-game
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A monumental shift for Edge
Microsoft confirms it’s rebuilding Edge from the ground up using Chromium
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Mobile
Thinking about device sizes
Does size matter with Andromeda? Microsoft thinks so.
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Digital Health, To-Do, and more are all new in Microsoft Launcher 5.1
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Blink and you'll miss it
Surface 'Andromeda' might use face detection for intuitive volume controls
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Changing lanes
Today's smartphones are PCs — and that's an opportunity for Microsoft
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All Recent
Like magic
Drop your phone on the $20 Mophie Wireless Charge Pad to power up
This MFi-certified wireless charging solution is at its lowest price in history right now.
Crossovers
Ghost Recon Wildlands gets Ghost Recon Future Soldier content today
Ghost Recon Wildlands is a third-person shooter playable entirely in four-player co-op or single-player from beginning to end. Gamers have total freedom to accomplish their missions how they want.
A Better Screen
Amazon’s all-new waterproof Kindle Paperwhite is finally on sale
There's nothing quite like a good book, and this slim device gives you access to a veritable trove of them.
More space needed
Do you really need an external hard drive for your Xbox One?
Do you need an external hard drive for your Xbox? And if so, which one should you choose? Here's our opinion on the matter.
Let It Snow
Overwatch gets Winter Wonderland 2018 event today
Overwatch is a first-person shooter which features a diverse cast of characters. The title features individuals with varying abilities, but it's so well-balanced that no one seems at a disadvantage. You can be a Western gunslinger or a soldier.
A firm foundation
A collection of the best bed upgrades for Maker Select v2 and Select Plus 3
When it comes to 3D printing your build plate is where everything happens. Here are some of the best upgrades for your Maker Select v2 or Maker Select Plus.
Later on Xbox One
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 pass holders get new maps and zombies soon
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Every year, Activision releases a new Call of Duty game and fans of the franchise love it. Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 revives the fan-favorite series, fully embracing its multiplayer success, while exploring new online modes such as "Zombies."
Patch Tuesday
Microsoft releases this month's Patch Tueday updates for Windows 10
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New Patch Tuesday updates are now available for those on Windows 10 version 1809 and below!
Save today!
Instant Pot pressure cooker, blenders, and more are all discounted today
We have our eyes on the deals all day long so you can take a break. Be sure to check out the big discounts on the Instant Pot Ultra pressure cooker, a Blendtec blender, and refurbished and new laptops.
Another One
Shadow of the Tomb Raider 'The Pillar' adventure launches next week
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Shadow of the Tomb Raider is the conclusion to Lara Croft's origin story. Lara must master a deadly jungle, overcome terrifying tombs, and persevere through her darkest hour. She races to save the world from a Mayan apocalypse.
Pick one up
Amazon has nearly all of its Fire Tablets on sale right now
You don't need to spend hundreds of dollars to get your kids a new tablet for the holidays.
Keep your gear safe
The best headset stands for your Oculus Rift
Keeping your VR headset safe is very important. The hardware is expensive and you don't want it just lying awkwardly on your desk. These stands offer you the best way to hold your Rift safely.
Multiple users
Microsoft is bringing multi-user voice recognition to Cortana
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Cortana is getting multi-user support for Xbox and Harman Kardon Invoke very soon.
Better with screens
The Amazon Echo Spot and Show see discounts up to $65 off for the holidays
Amazon is offering second chances on Black Friday pricing for a bunch of its hardware right now, including the Echo Spot and Echo Show.
Save your favorites
Watch TV when and where you want with the $190 Fire TV Recast
The DVR can record over-the-air TV, works seamlessly with other Fire TV devices, and has voice control.
Teeny tiny 3D prints
Should you buy an Aerostruder v2 Micro for your Lulzbot Mini v2 3D printer?
Lulzbot latest tool head is designed specifically to get the most amount of detail possible from your Lulzbot Mini v2. Should you buy it though? we answer that here.
Forget the wires
Grab iOttie's stylish and compact fast wireless charger for just $30 today
This is the company's newest option, and it has never been more affordable.
Buyer's guide
Is Samsung's HMD Odyssey+ better than Oculus Rift?
If you want to get into VR, the Rift and Odyssey+ are both viable options. We compare the two to help you decide.
Heart Health
Track your blood pressure with the $47 Omron Series 10 Bluetooth monitor
If you need to monitor your blood pressure at home, the Omron Series 10 includes Bluetooth among other features to make it really easy to do.
Turn it Up
Aukey's $85 Bluetooth Soundbar splits into left and right tower speakers
Save $25 off this 2.0 channel soundbar that comes with a mounting kit, twin speaker stands, and more.