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- August 31
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- These Halo condoms from 2004 were probably great for co-op play
- Halo: MCC Season 8 lets Spartans look like a Skyrim character
- WinZip is expanding its roster of Windows productivity apps in a big way
- Enjoy LinkedIn Stories until they go away in September
- We asked experts how Windows 11 is looking ahead of its October 5 release
- Microsoft and Verizon partner up to improve efficiency in business and enterprise with 5G
- Ryzen CPUs up for grabs in lottery vending machines in Japan
- Motive Studios shares early Dead Space remake footage
- Marvel's Avengers patch fixes Black Panther leveling cheese, adds MCU suit and new missions
- Microsoft Teams gained all of these features in August 2021
- Far Cry 6 gameplay preview: Serious main story, crazy side content, feels like Far Cry
- Dell teases new PCs running Windows 11 and outlines upgrades for existing hardware
- Microsoft just delayed my favorite Windows 11 feature: Android app support
- The MSI Stealth 15M laptop has RTX graphics and is on sale for $140 off
- Microsoft announces Windows 11 will release on October 5 for new and existing PCs
- Microsoft delays Android app support on Windows 11 into 2022
- Surviving Mars expands with 'Below and Beyond' DLC, releasing Sept. 7 for Xbox and PC
- Dell XPS 15 vs. Inspiron 15 7000: Which is best for you?
- Don't let your Wi-Fi slow you down with 26% off Netgear routing devices today only
- Lack of future updates has people hesitant about upgrading unsupported PCs to Windows 11
- The Big Con review: A vibrant and touching blast from the past
- Reddit officially launches in Microsoft Store as a progressive web app
- How to log in and tweak Netgear router settings
- August 30
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- SwiftKey now features Microsoft To Do integration [Updated]
- Overlay scrollbar flags return to Microsoft Edge due to Insider demand [Updated]
- HP quarterly earnings highlight impact of global semiconductor shortage
- Windows Update may let you know if your PC is eligible for Windows 11 [Updated]
- Unsupported devices running Windows 11 may not receive updates
- Microsoft is utilizing geoexchange fields for its carbon negative ambitions
- Jam to your favorite tunes with Sony's Bluetooth noise-canceling headphones on sale for $180
- Save $400 and get two free games with the Razer Blade 15 Advanced gaming laptop
- Microsoft, CISA provide Azure Cosmos DB guidance in wake of vulnerability
- Xbox is now the Official Gaming Partner for England Football Teams
- 1080p vs. 1440p vs. 4K vs. 8K: Which resolution is best for gaming?
- Gamers are skeptical about preordering Halo Infinite, but with Xbox Game Pass they don't need to
- How to upgrade RAM in the XPG Xenia 14
- Windows Central Podcast 239: Windows 11 requirements, Surface Duo 2, Go 3
- August 29
- August 28
- August 27
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- What are the differences between Call of Duty: Vanguard cross-gen editions?
- Halo: MCC Season 8 flight to begin next week, includes new map and Firefight improvements
- Microsoft has detailed an app that's preventing Windows 10 upgrades
- Global GPU shipments see 37% year-over-year increase in Q2 2021
- Halo Infinite fans are angry about its Battle Pass progression system
- Blasphemous sequel coming in 2023, free Wounds of Eventide update coming in December
- Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22000.168 is here for Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels
- Dell sets second quarter sales record for Q2 2022 led by PC growth
- Microsoft updates list of officially supported CPUs for Windows 11 with some Intel 7th-Gen chips
- OtterBox Xbox MagSafe Clip review: Simplicity cuts the clutter
- PC Health Check app for Windows 11 gets updated Insider preview version
- Official Windows 11 ISOs will not hard block most PCs with CPUs that aren't officially supported
- Destiny 2: Where is Xur? Xur location and Exotics for August 27-31
- The 10 biggest Xbox games releasing in fall and holiday 2021
- Surface Go 3 benchmarks allegedly spotted online with new Intel CPUs
- Keep an eye on the road with the Vantrue N2S dual dash cam on sale for $170
- Upgrade your CPU with the Intel Core i5-10600K on sale for just $183 today
- A barebones PC like the ASRock DeskMini is a perfect first PC build
- Elden Ring features optional challenges in Legacy Dungeons
- Xbox mobile app updates make it easier to find achievements
- Twitter is down, so hold your tweets [Updated]
- Assetto Corsa Competizione lands on Xbox Series X in Feb 2022
- Get a 70-inch 4K smart TV from Hisense for $620 today only
- Windows 10 cumulative update previews are here for August with a few fixes
- OneDrive for Windows 10 just got better at syncing large files
- Razer's 30% off sale at Amazon covers laptops, mice, keyboards, & more
- Surface Duo 2 appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 888 and 8GB RAM
- Xbox Series X|S gets new Halo Infinite dynamic background
- Microsoft Azure vulnerability exposed data of thousands of companies, potentially for years
- How to use your laptop as a second monitor
- Halo Infinite Battle Pass progression will be limited to challenges, and fans aren't happy
- August 26
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- Halo Infinite: 343 Industries shares tech preview feedback, assuages campaign concerns
- Destiny 2 players are yeeting themselves into the sky with a new bug
- Final Fantasy XIV Guide: List of playable Jobs
- Halo Infinite to get a Special Edition Xbox Game Drive from Seagate with RGB lights
- Future Games Show Gamescom 2021: Game announcements, trailers, and everything you missed
- Corsair unveils giant meme fan, taunts consumers
- Destiny 2: Season of the Lost — List of known bugs and launch issues
- Western Digital and Kioxia merger deal could happen as soon as September, according to report
- How to download and clean install Windows 11 on a spare PC (preview)
- Overwatch is changing McCree's name after namesake fired from Blizzard
- New Starfield concept videos show dense cities and hint at alien threats
- How to use crossplay in Destiny 2
- Microsoft says to keep Exchange servers updated — or else
- Azure App Service developers have less than a year to move on from Java 7
- Microsoft Exchange server attacks may have been fuel for China's AI endeavors
- HONOR MagicBook 14 (2021) review: There's a lot to love in this budget PC, but a few things hold it back from greatness
- Xbox Games with Gold for September include Warhammer: Chaosbane, Mulaka, and more
- Canadians can save up to CAD $700 on the Surface Book 3
- Microsoft accidentally blocks people from editing OneDrive for Business files
- AT&T Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G with faster 8cx Snapdragon now available for $800
- Microsoft hires former Amazon 'S-team' executive that led AWS for 15 years
- Don't preorder Halo Infinite
- Where to preorder Halo Infinite Xbox Series X: Walmart, Best Buy, GameStop
- The HyperX Alloy FPS mechanical keyboard has dropped to a new low of $55
- You can now try out Microsoft Edge's Super Duper Secure Mode on Macs
- Martha is Dead preview: Horror fans need this on their radar right now
- Microsoft Teams testing organization-wide background images for meetings and calls
- eMeet C980 webcam review: A great choice for frequent video conferencing
- Microsoft commits $20 billion to advance cybersecurity following meeting with President Biden
- How to upgrade and install RAM in a laptop
- Panos Panay has been promoted to Microsoft's senior leadership team, elevating Windows and Surface
- August 25
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- Microsoft says no more Office Android app support on Chrome OS
- Opening Night Live Gamescom 2021: Game announcements, trailers, and everything you missed
- Are you going to get Skyrim Anniversary Edition?
- Why Saints Row is a reboot: 'Those were games of a time'
- Get Battlefield 2042 for free alongside an RTX 30-series desktop or laptop purchase
- Razer announces Halo Infinite-themed Kaira Pro headset for Xbox
- Halo Infinite preorder: Bonuses, editions, and where to buy
- Splitgate open beta continues with Season 0, available today on PC
- Gavriella Schuster has officially left Microsoft after 25 years
- Halo Infinite gets December 8 release date alongside new trailers
- Halo Infinite gets custom Xbox Series X and Xbox Elite Controller
- Marvel's Midnight Suns announced by XCOM developer, coming in March 2022
- Dialed back Saints Row reboot announced at Gamescom 2021
- Notebooks drive U.S. PC market growth in Q2 2021 for a 17% YoY increase
- Canadians can save up to 30% on HyperX gaming headsets and other Xbox accessories
- Secretlab's Magnus gaming desk is 'incredibly functional' and now it's available in the UK
- Clean your floors without cleaning out your wallet with 42% off Coredy robot vacuums today
- Samsung Galaxy Book Go review: Outstanding value is in arm's reach with this budget PC
- CPU & GPU costs could go up following TSMC's reported price increase of chip production
- Minecraft: Bedrock Edition Beta 1.17.30.23 includes exciting new world generation features
- Best Buy will have RTX 30-series graphics cards on August 26, 2021
- Minecraft: Java Edition 1.18 Experimental Snapshot 5 arrives with lots of tweaks, like cooler mountains
- Intel Arc: How will Intel stack up against NVIDIA and AMD?
- Enjoy 4K content with the HP 28-inch FreeSync monitor on sale for $280 today
- Surface Book 4 fan renders show off a floating display
- Canadians can save CAD $150 on the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go through Labor Day
- Otter can now transcribe meetings on Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and Cisco Webex
- What's missing in Windows 11, according to Reddit
- Grab Dell's G15 gaming laptop with RTX graphics on sale for $735 today only
- How to replace a failing drive on Synology NAS
- Grab TP-Link's Archer AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 router on sale for $87 today
- What is a network switch?
- Time to upgrade to iOS 14 if you'd like to keep getting Microsoft Teams updates
- Visual Studio 2019 and Visual Studio Code make their way to the Microsoft Store on Windows 11
- Halo Infinite December release date leaks via Microsoft listing
- PowerToys prepares for Windows 11 with fresh new look for settings
- How to stream PS5 to Twitch using OBS Studio
- Microsoft Edge Dev improves PWAs in final build based on version 94
- Destiny 2: The Witch Queen preorder — Different editions, bonuses, and where to buy
- August 24
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- The Reading Progress app for Microsoft Teams is here, and it's free
- DFEH says Activision Blizzard interfering with workplace investigation
- AMD and researchers spar over shocking attack's real-world dangers
- Diablo 2: Resurrected beginner's guide to classes and abilities
- Latest Forza Horizon 5 stream shows a ton of new gameplay and reveals new details
- How to pick the right PC gaming headset for you
- Microsoft Teams' live transcription feature is here for GCC
- Forza Horizon 5 gets neon-splattered Xbox controller, preorders live
- Xbox Gamescom 2021: Game announcements, trailers, and everything you missed
- Forza Horizon 5 shows off opening drive gameplay during the Xbox Gamescom 2021 event
- Sea of Thieves players can unlock a Borderlands themed ship set starting today
- Forza Horizon 5 cover car finally unveiled at Xbox Gamescom 2021 event
- Competitive racing comes to Microsoft Flight Simulator this fall
- Wasteland 3: Cult of the Holy Detonation DLC announced, releases October 5
- Crusader Kings 3 announced for Xbox Series X|S and PS5, launching in Xbox Game Pass
- Microsoft brings Xbox Series X|S exclusives to Xbox One via cloud gaming later this year
- Microsoft Ignite is back this November 2-4 as a virtual event
- AndaSeat Mask 2 gaming desk review: RGB and enough space for me
- Destiny 2: The Witch Queen releases February 22, 2022, features Light-wielding Hive
- Gamescom 2021: How to watch, date and start time, and what to expect
- XEL is a 'Zelda-like' game announced for Xbox and other platforms, coming in 2022
- 16 simple ways to tune up your laptop before the new school year
- Some Windows 11 Insiders can't ditch the Dev Channel, says report
- Improve your PC with $27 off the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X processor
- Over half of Windows users plan to upgrade to Windows 11, according to new poll
- Canadians can get a free pair of Surface Earbuds with the Surface Laptop Go
- New Microsoft Teams feature helps you fix laggy calls and meetings
- Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy headlines long list of upcoming games with DLSS support
- Experts weigh in on the future of Skype and Microsoft Teams Consumer
- I Am Fish officially swims onto Xbox Game Pass for consoles and PC on Sept. 16
- Save more than $80 on the Monoprice Zero-G 27-inch monitor at Amazon
- Microsoft, Amazon, Apple CEOs to meet with President Biden about cybersecurity, says report
- How to connect your laptop to a TV
- August 23
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- Microsoft gives Insiders a warning about upcoming Windows 11 builds
- Chipmakers are producing more units than ever, glut concerns rising
- Intel wins U.S. Department of Defense foundry ecosystem development project
- New ransomware called LockFile targets Microsoft Exchange servers
- What's next for Xbox accessibility tech? Microsoft isn't sure.
- Ask Windows Central: What Surface devices could we see show up this fall?
- Lenovo ThinkPad X13 (Gen 2) review: Refreshed with a 16:10 display and aluminum chassis, but still living in the shadow of the X1 lineup
- Microsoft rounded sounds, not just corners, when designing Windows 11
- Marvel's Avengers' Corrupted Vibranium event is the best way to level up your characters to 150
- Microsoft breaks down how to secure Windows 365 cloud PCs
- Minecraft Dungeons takes the war with corruption to Steam on September 22
- 38 million records exposed, Microsoft Power Apps blamed
- Gigabyte X570-I AORUS Pro Wi-Fi review: Small motherboard platform with big features
- Aliens: Fireteam Elite review — A tremendous treat for fans of the franchise
- Get ready for your next gaming adventure with the Razer Battle Bundle on sale for $70
- Windows Central readers don't seem excited about Microsoft's refreshed apps
- Do I need to play the original Psychonauts before Psychonauts 2?
- Psychonauts 2: 10 beginner tips and tricks to get you started
- Psychonauts 2 review: A truly triumphant return for Double Fine Productions
- Vulnerability lets people gain admin rights on Windows 10 PCs by using Razer mice
- Cover your home in Wi-Fi 6 with an Arris Surfboard mesh router on sale for $259
- NVIDIA's Arm acquisition 'raises serious competition concerns' says UK government
- Bethesda Game Studios hires head writer for Fallout: London mod
- August 22
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- August 20
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- Samsung asserts its dominance as lead semiconductor manufacturer, ousts Intel
- Call of Duty Vanguard reveal: How to watch, start time, and more
- All three editions of Windows Server 2022 are here
- Halo Infinite launching without co-op and Forge is a huge disappointment
- Next Halo Infinite technical preview to include Big Team Battle, PvP Arena
- Saints Row teasing new game ahead of Gamescom 2021 Opening Night Live
- Halo Infinite won't have co-op Campaign and Forge at launch
- What's new in Skyrim Anniversary Edition?
- New Microsoft Azure partnership will accelerate research 'from months to minutes' on ISS
- NVIDIA Broadcast review: An unmissable tool for streaming and video conferencing
- 'The Secrets of Minecraft' Episode 2 explores behind-the-scenes of Minecraft updates
- Microsoft Teams will soon let you set up Breakout Rooms in advance
- Intel CEO flashes cash, calling company a 'willing buyer' in semiconductor industry
- Get RTX graphics and save 10% with a custom HP Pavilion prebuilt gaming PC
- ASUS VivoBook 15 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3: Which should you buy?
- Samsung's 75-inch 4K QLED Smart TV has dropped by $500 for one day
- Save on Surface accessories by bundling at Best Buy
- FSP Dagger Pro 850W SFX PSU review: The 80 Gold Plus standard of compact power supplies
- Microsoft invests in Oyo, one of the world's largest hotel chains
- See who really is there with Eufy's 1080p video doorbell on sale for $80 today only
- How to install a .PAT file on Synology NAS
- FTC takes a second swing at Facebook with amended antitrust complaint
- August 19
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- Call of Duty Vanguard: Release date, gameplay trailer, and everything we know
- Assassin's Creed history: The full story (so far)
- Destiny 2: Bungie details Season 15 Anarchy nerfs, fusion rifle changes, and more
- Intel Architecture Day 2021: Four key announcements you need to know
- Bethesda is releasing Skyrim yet again, this time for Xbox Series X|S and PS5
- Official Windows 11 ISOs are live — here's how to download
- Ring desktop app is going away, but Ring PWA is here to stay
- NVIDIA dishes on Arm acquisition delays, expects supply shortages in 2022
- Surface Duo's August 2021 Android security and firmware update is here
- Call of Duty: Warzone will get dedicated anti-cheat courtesy of Raven Software
- Windows Insiders can get their hands on the new Clock app and Focus Sessions feature
- Enpass can now sync your passwords without the cloud
- Remastered Quake now available for consoles, also on Xbox Game Pass
- Call of Duty: Vanguard preview — A return to the fictional past
- Windows 11 build 22000.160 is out for Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels
- Here are Xbox fans' biggest concerns about the platform right now
- Microsoft 365 and Office 365 prices to increase next year — here's who is affected
- Major chipmaker GlobalFoundries files for IPO, according to report
- 5 Minecraft mods that should be in the official game
- BattlEye anti-cheat launches in Destiny 2 with Season 15, more details coming during Destiny Showcase
- Dell announces mountain of monitors built for hybrid and remote work and learning
- Microsoft announces Xbox Stereo Headset, preorders available now
- Save $150 on this ASUS ROG gaming laptop with an RTX 3050 Ti graphics card
- Intel aims to reinvent multi-core architecture with Alder Lake chip
- Intel showcases XeSS, its answer to NVIDIA's DLSS and AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution
- Tablet pens for drawing 2021: Here are the best stylus to create your masterpiece
- Stop losing your keys with this 4-pack of Tile Mate item trackers on sale for $55
- The Ascent on Xbox and PC gets update with numerous bug fixes
- Play Xbox games in the cloud with $20 off the Nvidia Shield TV 4K media player
- Windows 11 (sort of) comes to the web with simulated experience
- Save over $60 on Lexar's newest 1TB NVMe SSD today only at Amazon
- Microsoft Edge Dev improves Immersive Reader and adds Settings page for accessibility
- Insiders still on Windows 10 just got an update with new features
- Marvel's Avengers Black Panther: How to increase your power level fast
- August 18
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- Windows 11 is giving MS Paint a fresh coat of, well, paint
- How to easily beat Klaw and Crossbones in the Marvel's Avengers War for Wakanda expansion
- Microsoft Translator gains regional accent functionality, improved language picker
- Microsoft Teams' Breakout Rooms are about to get a major improvement
- TEAMGROUP injects rainbow flair into its DDR5 memory lineup
- Microsoft invests in Rubrik to protect companies from ransomware attacks
- Microsoft's new approach to inking on the web improves latency by up to 240%
- Minecraft: Bedrock Edition Beta 1.17.30.22 has finally fixed an errant hotbar pixel and more
- AndaSeat T-Compact gaming chair review: Aggressively fine seating for gamers
- Grab a new HP laptop for $80 off or save on another machine at Best Buy today
- Microsoft 365 apps and services no longer supported on Internet Explorer
- Twelve Minutes review: A game that feels like an eternity
- Realme launches its MacBook Air lookalike, the Realme Book
- Convert your workstation into a standing desk and save up to 32% today only
- Tales of Arise demo is now available for Xbox, lets you try the game early
- Microsoft helping U.S. government with Zero Trust architecture
- XPG Xenia 14 vs. XPG Xenia Xe: Which should you buy?
- Midrange Surface Laptop Go now cheaper than base model for back-to-school
- How to set up Plex on an ASUSTOR NAS
- Xbox Game Pass for PC just gained the 'most played video game in history' ... Solitaire
- Battlefield 2042 gameplay shows Battlefield 4's Irish as new Specialist
- Microsoft working on 'Search tabs' feature in Edge Canary
- Among Us devs react to Fortnite's shameless 'Impostor' mode rip off
- August 17
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- Surface Book 2 August 2021 firmware updates are here
- Aragami 2 PC preview: A perilous mission that offers great rewards
- China's semiconductor industry has produced 203.6 billion chips in 2021 so far
- AMD Ryzen 9 5950X vs. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X: Which CPU is best for you?
- Noctua helps customers free of charge with Alder Lake-S transition
- 2TB SK hynix Gold P31 SSD delivers more storage, longer lifespan than its siblings
- Minecraft: Java Edition includes new generation tweaks in 1.18 Experimental Snapshot 4
- Cyberpunk 2077 1.3 patch update brings new fixes and adds first new DLC
- Adobe Photoshop's improved Sky Replacement makes it sunny when skies are grey
- Microsoft's consumer app initiatives gain a new exec
- CES 2022 attendees will need proof of vaccination against COVID-19
- Microsoft Remote Desktop update improves thumbnails and bookmarks
- Marvel's Avengers Black Panther - War for Wakanda known issues and bugs
- Here's what time you can play Avengers' Black Panther: War for Wakanda expansion
- Microsoft adds yet another lobbying firm to its double-digit roster
- Psychonauts 2, Twelve Minutes, Humankind, and more join Xbox Game Pass in August
- Marvel's Avengers Black Panther - War for Wakanda: Launch time, price, characters and more
- Scuf introduces the Scuf Instinct and Scuf Instinct Pro controllers for Xbox Series X|S
- Sea of Thieves has best month ever with 4.8 million active players in June 2021
- PNY Performance DDR5 4800MHz Desktop Memory is built for speed and overclocking
- Universal Print integration with OneDrive should help avoid PrintNightmare issues
- Where to buy AMD Radeon RX 6000 graphics cards: ASUS, ASRock, Gigabyte, MSI, PowerColor, Sapphire
- Gigabyte claims 'exploding' PSUs are 'reliable for real world usage' but still offers returns and exchanges
- Keep your work safe with an APC battery backup on sale today for as low as $130
- Madden NFL 22 review: A fresh change of pace
- Windows Central Podcast 238: Windows 11, Fall Surface hardware, and more
- August 16
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- Azure credentials at risk due to Windows 365 vulnerability
- Microsoft examines the use of the Ethereum blockchain in combatting piracy
- Elegoo announces the Jupiter, a large-scale 3D printer coming to Kickstarter
- Xbox Series X Dashboard is set to get the 4K treatment
- You can now sync your passwords through iCloud on Windows 10
- Outlook add-in lets you report suspicious emails to UK government
- Microsoft needs to take the lead on haptic trackpads and Windows 11 to make them worth it
- Microsoft's new Azure Government Top Secret can handle highly classified data
- Intel teases upcoming GPUs that will compete with NVIDIA and AMD
- A leak confirms Call of Duty: Vanguard will be revealed on August 19 (now with trailer)
- Grab the SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL mechanical keyboard for a low price of $158
- Windows Central readers are more excited about the Surface Duo 2 than any other Surface device
- Logitech's super responsive G604 wireless mouse has dropped to $60 today
- Samsung Galaxy Book Go now under $300 for back-to-school
- Twitter working to fix issue with Chirp font on Windows 10
- How to update your BIOS
- August 15
- August 14
- August 13
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- Windows 10 PrintNightmare has been handled irresponsibly by Microsoft, says security expert
- HADES brings out the absolute best in Xbox Game Pass cloud gaming
- xFyro Pro ANC earbuds review: Good sound and comfort hampered by price and build
- The Big Con interview: This Xbox and PC exclusive is packed with 90s nostalgia
- Chip shortage wait times continue to grow, hampering new Windows 11 PCs
- Twitter's controversial Chirp font rolling out to Windows 10
- Save on a new 3D Printer including the Anycubic Mega X for $100 off
- Why your next keyboard should be a mechanical one
- Microsoft working to help parents and teachers connect through Teams
- Microsoft explains unusual phishing campaign that uses Morse code
- paint.net alpha boosts performance on Surface Pro X and other Windows 10 on ARM PCs
- DD-WRT vs. OpenWrt: Which router firmware should you use?
- How to save money by buying Adobe Premiere Pro as a student or teacher
- August 12
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- Report: Rockstar is remastering three Grand Theft Auto games for Xbox, other platforms
- Bugsnax is coming to Steam sometime in 2022
- Battlefield 2042 revives Battlefield 4 cast in new 'Exodus' story trailer
- Microsoft rolls out first updates to its Windows 11 apps
- Minecraft: Bedrock Edition Beta 1.17.30.21 is arriving now with parity changes and more
- Windows 11 build 22000.132 is now out for Insiders in Dev and Beta channels
- Windows Central readers shoot down Galaxy Fold 3 in favor of Surface Duo 2
- Why Microsoft's next big Xbox acquisition should be in the mobile game space
- Turns out Lone Echo II isn't launching this month
- First Battlefield 2042 gameplay leaks from technical playtest
- Microsoft put more thought into the Windows 11 bloom background than you think
- Windows 11 rounded corners and design effects won't slow down your PC
- Frozen strategy game Frostpunk 2 has been officially announced for PC
- Zoom Focus mode will help keep virtual classrooms free from distraction
- be quiet! Dark Power 12 review: The power supply everyone will want
- Lenovo IdeaPad 3 vs. Surface Go 2: Which should you buy?
- Windows 10 PrintNightmare isn't over after all, and ransomware attackers are taking note
- How to disable auto-tagging for pictures in Microsoft OneDrive
- August 11
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- Diablo 4 director, two others no longer with Activision Blizzard
- Halo Infinite's bots aren't actually teabagging, per 343 Industries
- NASCAR 21 Ignition revealed, new physics make it more than just a yearly upgrade
- Final Fantasy 14 (FFXIV) beginner's guide: Quick tips for new players
- HP Pavilion x360 2-in-1 14 vs. Surface Go 2: Which should you buy?
- Boyfriend Dungeon surprise launches on Xbox Game Pass
- Mozilla Firefox 91 brings support for Windows single sign-on
- Best Headphones Deals for Students in August 2021
- Microsoft and Samsung expand partnership with Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3
- Xbox console exclusive STALKER 2 runs on Unreal Engine 5
- Survival horror throwback Tormented Souls scares its way onto Xbox Series X and PC on Aug. 27
- Chivalry 2 first content update, House Galencourt, adds new game mode, maps, and more
- Get ready for the NFL season with these new backgrounds for Microsoft Teams
- Will you buy the Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 or wait for the Surface Duo 2?
- Norton and Avast announce massive merger worth over $8 billion
- Surface Book 4: Specs, features, and everything we know so far
- Movo VSM-7 microphone review: A worthy alternative to the well-known brands
- Hate the Windows 11 Start menu? Stardock's Start11 lets you customize it.
- Next-gen 'HD' haptic trackpads are coming to Windows in 2022 thanks to Boréas and Cirque
- Microsoft Edge Dev can now put tabs to sleep in under a minute
- How to lock or unlock meetings in Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft and Amazon battle over yet another $10 billion U.S. government cloud contract
- Assassin's Creed Valhalla: The Siege of Paris expansion review — Laying waste to France
- How to fix Windows 10 Calendar app syncing problems
- August 10
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- A quick look at Xbox Game Pass cloud streaming (xCloud) on the Xbox PC app
- Minecraft: Java Edition 1.18 Experimental Snapshot 3 is now available with lots of generation tweaks
- Back 4 Blood: There's no Versus campaign and that's a huge bummer
- ID@Xbox Showcase August 2021: Game announcements, trailers, and everything you missed
- Diablo 2: Resurrected early access and open beta begin later in August
- Microsoft finally puts an end to Windows 10 PrintNightmare vulnerability
- Stardew Valley headed to Xbox Game Pass on Xbox consoles and PC
- Microsoft purchases Peer5 to improve live video streaming in Teams
- ASUSTOR AS1104T review: A great budget-friendly NAS for home file storage
- Surface Pro X on sale for $800 in time for back to school
- Panasonic Toughbook 55 Mk3 (2024) review: With Intel 13th Gen and faster graphics, there's still nothing better than this semi-rugged laptop
- One of the best Microsoft Teams features is finally on the way to the web
- Ask Windows Central: What is the biggest issue facing Xbox right now?
- Microsoft Teams 2.0 spotted with support for quoted replies on Windows 11
- Hades on Xbox Series X is the game I needed in 2021
- More Halo Infinite multiplayer maps leak in new screenshots
- Save up to 32% on a new Acer laptop, monitor, and more in Amazon's one-day sale
- ExpressVPN launches Lightway protocol to improve performance and reliability
- Parallels Desktop 17 brings Windows 11 to macOS Monterey
- August 9
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- Now is the best time to play Marvel's Avengers
- The Mass Effect Legendary Edition stats prove gamers are softies at heart
- Windows 11 build 22000.120 (and earlier): Everything you need to know
- Forza Horizon 5 full map unveiled alongside new Toyota Supra
- XPG Xenia 14 review: The fresh PC brand proves it's here to compete with this incredibly light Ultrabook
- Minecraft: Bedrock Edition releases 1.17.11 hotfix update on Xbox, other platforms to follow
- Xbox Cloud Gaming arrives for Insiders on Windows 10 PC Xbox App
- Rainbow Six Siege 2: Why we need it
- Windows Central readers prefer Xbox Series X | S over PS5 when it comes to storage expansion
- Microsoft Teams testing option to save clicks when opening Office documents
- One of the best mechanical keyboards around, the Anne Pro 2, is down to $54 at Amazon
- Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice gets Xbox Series X|S optimization with ray tracing and more
- Surface Duo 2 unofficial renders show a modern design with a big bump
- Windows Central Podcast 237: Windows 11 updates, OneNote unification, and more
- Steam Deck should be able to run Windows 11 at launch
- Upgrade to speedy Wi-Fi 6 with the TP-Link AX1800 router on sale for $80
- Gamescom 2021 Xbox Stream to show off updates for Microsoft's 'biggest exclusive games lineup ever'
- Do I need an antivirus on ASUSTOR NAS?
- August 8
- August 7
- August 6
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- Xbox has a new 'Night Mode' blue light filter, here's how it works
- Back 4 Blood beta: Tips and tricks for surviving the zombie apocalypse
- Best Minecraft mods on Windows PC 2021
- Microsoft vs. Amazon: How can AWS beat Microsoft 365?
- Razer Zephyr smart mask is the new name for Project Hazel, and it's coming soon
- Five Android apps we're most excited to see on Windows 11
- Destiny 2 Trials of Osiris map and rewards for August 6-10
- How to back up Windows 10 to an ASUSTOR NAS
- ASUS ZenWiFi XT8 vs. TP-Link Deco X90: Which should you buy?
- August 5
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- Back 4 Blood preorder: Different editions, bonuses, and where to buy
- Microsoft joins fellow tech giants to help U.S. government combat cyberattacks
- The first look at Windows 11's Focus Sessions feature is here
- The second ID@Xbox Showcase airs on August 10 with game announcements, demos, and more
- Back 4 Blood open beta hands-on: Everything a Left 4 Dead fan could want
- This great Teams feature is now available with all Microsoft and Office 365 licenses
- Rollable, flexible, wireless monitors: Lenovo's forecast for the future
- Microsoft to unify OneNote apps on Windows into single experience
- Windows 11 Build 22000.120 is now rolling out to Insiders in the Beta and Dev Channels
- Western Digital surpasses Q4 expectations, sees Chia gains
- Xbox Game Pass for PC is not good enough
- Affinity Photo, Publisher, Designer get big performance boosts in v1.10 update
- Razer Anzu smart glasses review: Niche, but not just a gimmick
- Age of Empires 4's success depends on gameplay, not graphics
- Rounded corners are officially the most popular Windows 11 design feature
- Your browser might be secure, but Microsoft Edge has a 'Super Duper Secure Mode' in testing
- Microsoft Edge Dev update adds new feature to browser's new tab page
- How to set up a Sonos system on Windows 10
- Act fast — NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 is available for a reasonable price right now
- What Windows PC games run with Proton on Linux?
- ASUS prepares motherboards for Windows 11 with updates that enable TPM 2.0
- Xbox Cloud Gaming (xCloud) requirements: What you need to get started
- Windows 365: Pricing, availability, features, and everything you need to know
- August 4
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- Mass Effect: Legendary Edition sold 'well above' expectations, per EA Q1 earnings call
- Layered group policy application feature comes for Windows 11 and 10
- Grounded guide: All the changelogs for patches, content updates, and more
- Steam Hardware & Software Survey July 2021 results: Windows 7 holds the line
- The first look at Windows 11's new Snipping Tool is here
- Amazon Games' New World delayed to September to focus on game polish
- Microsoft just removed support for this popular Teams feature
- Steam sees Linux share increase riding the Steam Deck wave
- Minecraft: Bedrock Edition betas return with 1.17.30.20 and lots of bug fixes
- Destiny 2: Fan-favorite Crucible mode Rift may return in 2022
- OtterBox unveils MagSafe gaming clip perfect for Xbox Cloud Gaming
- The Razer Raptor 27-inch gaming monitor has dropped to $620 on Amazon
- UK government leaning toward blocking NVIDIA's Arm acquisition, says report
- Microsoft fixes Windows 11 bug preventing Insiders from moving to Beta Channel
- PowerToys Run improves launch performance with latest update on Windows 10
- Microsoft pauses Windows 365 free trials due to 'significant demand'
- This Windows 10 security setting will stop your PC from slowing down
- How to pick a budget laptop: Performance, display, battery, and more
- August 3
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- Microsoft Teams needs to make its way to the Xbox Series X|S
- Activision Blizzard re-commits to change during Q2 earnings call
- Seven new HP X Series gaming monitors pack high refresh rates and fast response times
- The first Battlefield 2042 technical playtest starts Aug. 12, but players will be under NDA
- Can you use an SFX power supply (PSU) inside an ATX PC case?
- Microsoft warns Office 365 users: Don't fall for this phishing campaign
- Back 4 Blood beta: How to play, start date, sign-ups, and more
- Microsoft will require COVID-19 vaccinations for all employees, vendors, and visitors in U.S. offices
- Activision Blizzard employees say company hasn't met their demands, rejects hiring of law firm
- New Dark Matter gaming monitors deliver speedy specs for around $200
- Natively enhanced Xbox Series S games are proving the console's power and value
- Razer USB-C 130W GaN Charger review: The most power comes with a high price
- Save $200 on the powerful HP Spectre x360 touchscreen laptop at Best Buy today
- Hades, Skate 3, Lumines, and more join Xbox Game Pass in August
- Halo's Master Chief rides shotgun in new navigation features for Waze
- Get your sweat on with the JBL Under Armour true wireless earbuds down to $90
- Microsoft reveals new Xbox Aqua Shift controller for Xbox Series X|S
- GTA V leaving Xbox Game Pass on August 8
- Microsoft Teams gained all of these new features in July 2021
- Dell XPS 13 vs. MacBook Pro 13: Which should you buy?
- Save $50 on the Razer Naga Pro gaming mouse and RGB charging dock today
- Setup some new sound with Samson's M50 studio monitors on sale for $98
- Blizzard president J. Allen Brack leaving Activision Blizzard
- Xbox Series X|S media remotes now available for preorder from 8BitDo
- How to install Proton for Steam Play on Linux
- Windows Central Podcast 236: Surface Duo 2, Book 4, Windows 11, and more
- How to reset ASUSTOR NAS with ADM 4.0
- Windows 10 and Android clipboards can now sync across devices
- How to use your own headphones on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S
- August 2
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- Halo Infinite preorder goes live on Amazon following beta test
- Internet Explorer 11 users, be warned: AWS is moving on
- Grand Theft Auto 5 sales cross 150 million units sold
- Skype for Business Online has been officially retired
- Xbox doughnut review: Creamy goodness with a surprise inside
- Microsoft Korea brings the job fair experience to Teams
- Realme's first Windows laptop looks like an affordable MacBook Air with a sweet 3:2 display
- Windows 365 cloud PC is here, starts at $20 per month
- A Microsoft Azure Space director becomes executive secretary of the National Space Council
- Installing WSL 2 onto Windows 10 isn't a hassle anymore
- ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 6) review: The best convertible in Lenovo's garage is back with some big changes
- U.S. attorneys' offices' Microsoft 365 accounts fell victim to SolarWinds attack
- Windows Central readers are not sold on the Surface Duo 2's camera setup
- Intel exec accidentally leaks potential Thunderbolt 5 details, including speeds up to 80 Gbps
- Windows 10 PrintNightmare continues with yet another exploit
- Start your new build with the AMD Ryzen 7 3700x on sale for $270 at Newegg
- Twitter update lets you change conversation settings after you've sent a tweet
- Work from anywhere with the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 touchscreen laptop on sale for $370 today
- Microsoft Teams now integrates better with macOS
- Save over 50% on Microsoft Surface Duo in latest UK discount
- How to reset QNAP NAS with QTS 5.0
- Halo Infinite's beta has PvP multiplayer for a limited time
- August 1
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- Halo Infinite's beta now has Spartan bots, and they're deadly
- The Halo Infinite beta has some strange and goofy quirks
- Halo Infinite's bots are teabagging real players, and it's hilarious
- Save $100 on LG's 35-inch curved HDR10 monitor on sale at Costco
- Take $200 off the MSI Sword laptop with an RTX 3050 Ti graphics card
- Take a load off with the AKRacing Master Series Max gaming chair on sale for $381 today
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