Microsoft 365 Copilot expands — now supports 48 languages, meeting scheduling, memory, and more
AI Microsoft 365 Copilot now supports 48 languages — and it just added smarter tools for Outlook, Edge, Excel, and its mobile app.
Features
I'm nervous for Rare after the Xbox layoffs
Gaming Today's Microsoft layoffs have me worried about developers at Xbox Game Studios. Rare has been a big part of my life, but I'm starting to question if they'll be around much longer.
After playing Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, I still have these concerns
Preview Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a brutal Soulslike action-RPG. After going hands-on at Summer Game Fest 2025, I still have some concerns.
Minecraft Vibrant Visuals is beautiful, but it needs improvement
Gaming I played Minecraft with Vibrant Visuals enabled on my Xbox Series X and Series X. This upgrade makes the game feel more alive, but it still needs some improvements.
Complete Xbox Game List complete list for Xbox, PC, and xCloud
ALL the games Do you need to know which games are available on Xbox Game Pass? Check out our list of Xbox Game Pass games and Xbox Perks currently on offer through Xbox consoles, PC, and xCloud.
Windows & Software
PowerToys Command Palette just got a major upgrade — and it makes Windows Search look outdated
Apps PowerToys 0.92 brings a faster, more stable Command Palette with improved extensions, search tools, and customization options for Windows users.
AI in OneNote is cool, but this new multi-monitor feature turned my head
Apps Microsoft recently added Copilot Notebooks to OneNote, but a fix for blurry content might be more useful in daily life.
Save up to 70% on lifetime cloud storage — no subscription needed
Deals pCloud is offering up to 70% off its lifetime cloud storage plans through July 7. The deal lets you back up your files without having to deal with subscription fees.
PC Hardware
These are the highest-rated Copilot+ PCs available now
Laptops Copilot+ PCs are here, and thanks to our in-depth testing we can confidently recommend the best Copilot+ laptops for you.
One of the best gaming CPUs is down to its lowest price of the year
Deals It's hard to beat the Ryzen 7 7800X3D in terms of gaming performance, and it's now dropped to the lowest price of the year. Newegg is throwing in a free 1TB SSD when you buy.
Who needs a full tower when these mini PCs are so good?
PC Mini PCs are an excellent alternative to full-size desktop PCs, eliminating empty space inside a tower while also keeping the price way down. Here are the best we've tested so far at Windows Central.
Get the best CPU for your NVIDIA RTX 3060 gaming PC
Hardware Pair a suitable processor with NVIDIA's affordable 30-Series graphics card.
Handheld Gaming PCs
Here's the best gaming handheld to get for your specific needs
Handhelds Gaming handhelds are the perfect entertainment devices. They can be taken anywhere and provide a host of games for you to play. Some are far better than others, though. Here are the best ones.
Gaming
I'm nervous for Rare after the Xbox layoffs
Gaming Today's Microsoft layoffs have me worried about developers at Xbox Game Studios. Rare has been a big part of my life, but I'm starting to question if they'll be around much longer.
After playing Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, I still have these concerns
Preview Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a brutal Soulslike action-RPG. After going hands-on at Summer Game Fest 2025, I still have some concerns.
Marvel Rivals Season 3 brings Blade and Phoenix, but I need this issue fixed
Gaming Marvel Rivals Season 3 is bringing Blade and Phoenix, but I still need balance issues resolved for my poor main, Thor.
Artificial Intelligence
OpenAI sends staffers on a week-long mandatory vacation
AI After Meta successfully poached a handful of OpenAI's top talent, the ChatGPT maker has sent its staff on a mandatory week-long break.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman comments on Meta poaching staff
AI OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has broken his silence on Meta's aggressive poaching campaign for its top AI talent.
Mark Zuckerberg announces Meta Superintelligence Labs
AI Mark Zuckerberg recently shared an internal memo announcing Meta Superintelligence Labs as he plays catch-up with OpenAI and Google in the AI race.
Microsoft's new AI is 4x more accurate than a doctor
AI Microsoft recently claimed that its new powerful AI-powered tool can diagnose diseases up to four times more accurately than a human doctor.
Microsoft
Microsoft confirms Windows is still in use on 1.4 billion devices
Windows 11 The company quietly updated a blog post published last week correcting the number of Windows devices currently in use today to "over 1.4 billion," 400 million up from the "over 1 billion" it originally suggested.
Microsoft's "2.3x faster than Windows 10" claim is a stretch
Windows 11 Microsoft markets performance boosts on Windows 11 PCs over counterparts from several previous generations running Windows 10, but some comparisons aren't fair.
Microsoft wants more of its employees to use Copilot at work
AI Microsoft is ramping up its efforts in the AI landscape by reportedly pushing its staffers to use internal AI tools more in their workflows.
Windows 11 version 25H2: Everything we know so far
Windows 11 The next version of the Windows 11 operating system will debut later this year. Here's everything we know about it so far, including potential release date, platform changes, and more.
Peripherals & Accessories
EMEET PIXY webcam review: Twice the cameras, half the price, and one big problem
Review The EMEET PIXY is a unique gimbal-tracking webcam with two camera sensors, and it's packed with features at an absurdly good price... but with some problems.
Deals
One of the best gaming CPUs is down to its lowest price of the year
Deals It's hard to beat the Ryzen 7 7800X3D in terms of gaming performance, and it's now dropped to the lowest price of the year. Newegg is throwing in a free 1TB SSD when you buy.
Newegg is giving away free money to put toward a new GPU
Deals The latest NVIDIA and AMD GPUs are on sale at Newegg as part of its anti-Prime Day sale, and you can stack discounted gift cards to lower the price even further.
PC build deals are already live ahead of Prime Day
Deals Prime Day begins on July 8, but that doesn't mean you can't already find great deals on parts to upgrade your PC. I found the best GPU, CPU, and storage deals already live ahead of Prime Day.
Samsung QN90D gets early Prime Day deal — save $400 on this bright, 144Hz gaming TV
Deals The Samsung QN90D is a highly review TV with ultra-low input lag, an anti-reflective screen, and four HDMI 2.1 ports. Right now, it's on sale for $400 off ahead of Prime Day.