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.
Features
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.
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.
Copilot+ has been here over a year and I still don't care enough about it
AI It's been over a year since Copilot+ was announced, it's still exclusive to laptops with capable enough NPUs, and mostly, it just hasn't got any more desirable.
Windows & Software
Save up to 70% on lifetime cloud storage — no subscription needed
Deal 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.
Microsoft Edge's latest update has even more Copilot for you
Software Feel like some more AI in your web browser? Well, it's here, with Microsoft Edge bringing new Copilot and AI search features to the stable channel.
RHEL quietly released an official image for WSL
Software Fedora Linux joined the WSL party recently, but it wasn't the only one. RHEL also released an official image, though it still requires an active subscription to use.
PC Hardware
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.
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.
Gelsinger says Intel forced him out — "I wanted to finish what I started"
Computing Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger says he wasn’t allowed to finish what he started and suggests the company forced him out before his turnaround was complete.
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
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.
Get the perfect CPU for your RTX 4070 with my buying advice
Hardware NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 4070 is a popular GPU for gamers who want to crush 1440p, but pairing it with the wrong CPU can lead to bottlenecks or budget issues.
Minecraft's third update of the year is reviving a long-dead Mob Vote loser
Minecraft Mojang Studios has announced the first features for the third Minecraft Game Drop of the year, and it includes the Copper Golem from 2021's Minecraft Mob Vote.
Artificial Intelligence
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.
Salesforce CEO says AI is doing 50% of the company's work
AI Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff revealed that AI is doing up to half of the work at his company right now.
Copilot+ has been here over a year and I still don't care enough about it
AI It's been over a year since Copilot+ was announced, it's still exclusive to laptops with capable enough NPUs, and mostly, it just hasn't got any more desirable.
YouTube gets an AI Overviews clone for better discoverability
AI Google is bringing an uncanny version of its AI Overviews feature to YouTube. However, the feature will be limited to select users.
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.
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.
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 version 25H2
Windows 11 Windows 11 version 25H2 is coming this fall, and will share the same servicing and platform release as version 24H2, meaning it will be a breeze to install.
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
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.
Best Buy's anti-Prime Day sales are live now with lots to shop
Deals Best Buy's 4th of July sale already has countless deep discounts on some of our favorite tech, and the sales will continue with Best Buy's "Black Friday in July" event that runs during Prime Day.
Clearance deal: We reviewed this laptop and it's a great choice
Deal The Lenovo 14-inch IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 packs a Snapdragon X Plus processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD. We gave it a high score and now it's on a clearance sale.
