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Best wireless rechargeable mice
Charged up Rechargeable wireless mice remove the stress of disposable batteries draining at inopportune moments. Charge up for a day of work and an evening of play.
Technostalgia: A look back at our favorite technologies from better days
During these dark days, there's never been a better time to embrace the sunnier times of the past. In our 2020 Technostalgia story package, we do just that.
Earth Day 2020: A look at your tech impact on the environment — and how to reduce it
Today is Earth Day, and that means it's an ideal time to consider how the technology you use every day affects your personal environmental friendliness, whether it's a computer, phone, tablet, or gaming console.
Future Tech Awards Reader's Choice: Cast your vote!
The Future Tech Awards are coming to honor the best in tech, and we want to hear from you.
Future Tech Awards celebrate the best products, services and people in tech
Cheers to another year in tech! With the end of the year drawing closer, we're celebrating with the announcement of the 2020 Future Tech Awards.
How to pair Apple AirPods with a Windows PC
Apple's AirPods are designed for use with other Apple products. But that doesn't mean you can't use them with your Windows PC.
Are Microsoft's Surface Signature Keyboard Type Covers with Alcantara worth the extra cash?
If you're in the market for a Microsoft-made keyboard for your new Surface Pro, you don't have many options. But is the pricier version with Alcantara fabric worth the extra money?
How to master Outlook's out-of-office automatic replies
How do I create and send Outlook out-of-office messages? Simple, at least if you use Office 365 Business or Microsoft Exchange.
Where did the Bluetooth name and logo come from?
Bluetooth is as ubiquitous a wireless technology as just about any other, and most of us use it in some form every day. But do you know where the name 'Bluetooth' came from? Or the origin of the Bluetooth logo?
Spotlight on Bluetooth: A fresh look at the wireless tech that's everywhere
Windows Central, Android Central, and iMore banded together to create a package of articles that shine a new light on an important technology many of us use every day but know little about and even take for granted.
Future 50 and Tech Hall of Fame awards will crown the best people in tech
We're thrilled to honor the best professionals and products in the world of technology with the Future Tech Awards. As part of the celebration, we're asking for your nominations for the Future 50 Awards and the Hall of Fame awards.
Alcantara fabric on Microsoft Surface PCs: Everything you need to know
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?
New Windows Central t-shirts, hoodies, mugs and stickers now available
We just created a few awesome new Windows-themed designs, and they're now available on t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, tote bags and stickers via the Windows Central merch store.
Movies, music and books we're into this week
Baby, it's HOT outside. So stay cool inside with one of these excellent movies, books or albums, as recommended by the writers and editors of Windows Central.
Movies, TV, music and books we're into this week
This week's batch of movie, TV, book and music recommendations from Windows Central staffers is a goooood one.
How to update Microsoft Surface Dock firmware
Microsoft's Surface Dock occasionally receives firmware updates, and you can manually download and install them using the Surface Dock Updater. Here's how.
Movies, TV, music and books we're into this week
It's time for another exciting edition of Team Windows Central's weekly media recommendations.
Say hello to Windows Central's new modern logo and design
You may have noticed our site looks (a lot) different today.
Best of CES 2019
These are our picks for the best, standout, simply-cannot-miss products from the 2019 CES.
Should Microsoft brag about Windows Insider Program success after its October Update mess?
Two Windows Central team members argue different stances on whether Microsoft should brag about the effectiveness of its Insider software-testing program so soon after a major Windows 10 mishap.
Is the new Surface Pro fit for professional photographers?
Microsoft's new Surface Pro is a top of the line 2-in-1, and as such, it's bound to be compared to other top tier tablets, convertibles, and laptops.
Chime in: Is the new Surface Pen worth the extra cash?
When Microsoft released the new Surface Pro earlier this summer, it also made a new and improved Surface Pen available. But should people who use older Surface PCs, or who have last-gen Surface Pens in good working order, buy the new (and more expensive) stylus?
