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Windows and software
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Running any Android apps on Windows 11
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Getting started
The ultimate resource guide to Windows 11
Fixing bugs
AMD fixes bug causing performance drops on Windows 11
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21H2 for Windows 10
Windows 10 November 2021 Update is official, and it's coming soon
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PC hardware
Questions answered
Everything you need to know about the new Surface Duo 2
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Speedy Speed Drives
Check out these early Black Friday SSD deals
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Clickety Clack Go the Deals
Save some cash on one of these early Black Friday gaming keyboard deals
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Level up with one of these early Black Friday gaming mouse deals
Xbox and PC gaming
Console Impostor
Here's everything you need to know about Among Us for Xbox
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Back to classics
Here's everything new in GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition
Are you scared? You will be. 👻
Get spooky this Halloween with the best horror games of 2021
Shedding the past
Blizzard renames Overwatch's McCree to Cole Cassidy
Windows Central Xbox Show
Xbox Chaturdays 45: Xbox Game Pass misses target and a new Xbox MMO
Latest stories
Save on upgrades
Best Black Friday Xbox accessory deals
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With Black Friday fast approaching, we're already rounding up some worthwhile savings on top Xbox accessories ahead of the big day.
Spooky times
Get some scares with the best Xbox horror games
Horror games can be a mixed bag, but there's plenty of high-quality titles to choose from on Xbox. We've rounded up the best Xbox horror games that you should be checking out in 2021.
LIVE PODCAST
Join us LIVE for the Windows Central Video Podcast today at 2:30PM ET
We're LIVE with the Windows Central Video Podcast today at 2:30pm ET, make sure you're there!
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Microsoft didn’t buy TikTok, but there is a Windows account that’s funny
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Earlier this month Microsoft started a Windows account on TikTok. The account includes funny videos and nostalgic reminders of previous versions of Windows.
So Smooth
ASUS TUF 24.5 gaming monitor down to just $230, but you’ll have to act fast
Right now, you can grab the ASUS TUF 24.5 gaming monitor for just $230. The deal ends soon, so you’ll have to act quickly.
Rise and conquer
Here's when you can start playing Age of Empires 4
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Age of Empires 4 brings the classic gameplay formula back, with a new take on the medieval era and several factions to lead in conquest. Here's Age of Empires 4's launch time, as well the download size and when you can play.
Drip Drip
A retail listing shows the specs of the Intel Core i9-12900K Alder Lake CPU
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Intel hasn’t officially announced its Intel Core i9-12900K Alder Lake CPU, but specs for it already appear on a retail listing online.
Limited time
Get more done with 20% off HP's EliteOne 800 G6 all-in-one and other PCs
Whether you need an all-in-one PC or a powerful mini workstation, HP has deals for you today that will let you finish your projects or start some new ones. The code is only good for a limited time so use it and save before you no longer can.
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Someone got their hands on the unannounced Intel Core i9-12900K CPU
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Despite the Intel Core i9-12900K not even being announced yet, one Reddit user managed to purchase a couple of them. The 12th Gen chip is expected to be officially announced later this month.
Ready your wallets!
The GTA Trilogy will be available digitally on Nov 11. for Xbox, PC
Rockstar Games has announced its upcoming Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition will be available digitally on November 11, with a physical release to follow on December 6. This release currently covers all major consoles and PC, with mobile ports to follow in 2022.
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Report: Xbox to establish an exclusive cloud-first MMO called 'PaxDei'
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Microsoft is a cloud-first company, so developing cloud-first games seems like a logical progression. According to rumors and reports, they may be doing just that.
Rolling start
Forza Horizon 5 preload now live, starting at 103GB on Xbox and PC
Forza Horizon 5 preloads are now live on Xbox consoles and PC, providing a window to download the title ahead of Nov. 9, clocking in north of 100GB.