Deals for days ... literally
Why Windows Central suddenly looks like Cyber Monday Central
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If you weren't aware (seriously?), it's Cyber Monday week. Windows Central and Thrifter are teaming up to go BIG.
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Cha-Ching
Why Thrifter is THE must-watch site for Black Friday deals
There's no shortage of deal sites and retailers vying for your attention this Black Friday week and on into Cyber Monday. But Thrifter is different. Here's why.
Eye on Apple
Keep tabs on the competition today during Apple's latest 'Special Event'
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Apple is (and has been for a long time) one of Microsoft's leading competitors. As such, Microsoft watchers would do well to keep an eye on the company from Cupertino today.
RIP Paul
10 things you didn't know about Paul Allen, who has sadly passed away
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Microsoft Cofounder Paul Allen sadly passed away today. In his memory, here are 10 facts about the man that you might not know.
Alcantara-rama
Everything you need to know about the Alcantara fabric on Surface PCs
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Microsoft makes a number of high-profile products for its Surface lineup that feature “Alcantara” fabric, including the new Go. But what exactly is Alcantara?
Ready set Go?
Are you preordering Microsoft's Surface Go? (poll)
Microsoft's latest Surface, the budget Surface Go, is expected to be released in early August. We want to know if you plan to preorder the device.
If you BUILD it ...
What's atop your Build 2018 wishlist?
Build is one of Microsoft's biggest shows each year. We're hoping the company makes some big announcements, as well. But we want to hear your thoughts.
Meet the stars ... and win tech
Hey NYC and SF — come hang out with us, eat, drink and win free stuff!
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Next week, members of the Windows Central and Mobile Nations teams will be in New York City and San Francisco, and we'd love for you to come say hello. Oh, and we have some free tech to give away as an extra incentive.
Pull the trigger now or wait?
Will you buy one of the first 'Always-Connected PCs?' (poll)
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The first two "Always-Connected PCs" should be available soon. Do you plan to put on your early-adopter cap and buy one? Vote in our poll to let the world know.
Power play
How's your Surface Book 2 battery life?
Microsoft's Surface Book 2 is an impressive PC in many ways, and battery life should be one of them, given Microsoft's claim of "up to 17 hours" life. But that's apparently not been the case for everyone.
Have your Pi and eat it too
Microsoft's Pi Day sale takes a big bite out of Windows 10 PC prices
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Today is Pi Day, or March 14, 2018. (3.14, get it?) And as has become a Microsoft tradition, the company is reducing prices on some top-notch PCs by nearly a third.
Bargain Type Covers
5 Surface Pro keyboards that cost less than Microsoft's Type Covers
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Microsoft's Surface Pro Type Covers are solid keyboards for an equally solid 2-in-1, but they don't come cheap. Thankfully, there are a number of more affordable options available.
Dock talk
Did you know you can update Microsoft's Surface Dock? Here's how.
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Microsoft's Surface Dock occasionally receives firmware updates, and you can manually download and install them using the Surface Dock Updater. Here's how.
Dollar dollar bill y'all
Are quality Windows PCs just too pricey?
One of the best things about the Windows ecosystem and PC market is an abundance of choice in hardware. But are all the good PCs too expensive?
Reading is fundamental
Read all the ebooks you want in the New Year — for free
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If you have a local library, and a library card, you're going to love the OverDrive app for Windows 10, which brings literally thousands (millions?) of free ebooks and audiobooks to your PC, tablet and phone.
It's our birfday
Today is our ninth birthday!
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Time sure does pass quickly when you're kicking ass. Case in point: Windows Central turns nine years old today, but we don't feel a day over … three?
Our picks for the best Windows tech of 2017
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Best of 2017 It was a wonderful year to be a Windows user. The year 2017 saw many of the leading PC makers, including Microsoft, release new or updated laptops, desktops, 2-in-1s, and convertibles, some of them deliciously drool-worthy. Microsoft released a powerful new Xbox console and took 4K gaming centerstage. The company also debuted Windows Mixed Reality. PC gaming reached new...
Ho-ho-holiday tech advice
The holidays are the perfect time to embrace mobile payments
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If you have a new-ish smartphone, whether it runs Windows 10 Mobile, Android or iOS, it likely supports contactless mobile payments. If you’re not taking advantage of the feature, you're potentially putting yourself at risk.
No better time than the present
Microsoft needs to release a new Surface Dock — now
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Microsoft's Surface Dock is a valuable piece of hardware many professionals rely on every day. But it's time for the company to update and release a new version of the aging device. Here's why.
LinkedOut?
Do you use LinkedIn more or less since Microsoft bought it?
Almost exactly a year ago, Microsoft closed its acquisition of the world's leading business-focused social network. We want to know if you think that was a wise move.