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The Future Tech Awards are coming to honor the best in tech, and we want to hear from you.
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Go Eco, yo
Rechargeable mice are eco-friendly and convenient. These are our favorites
A rechargeable mouse will take the worry out of having your wireless mouse die at the most inopportune moment; the moment you run out of fresh batteries. Charge up your mouse and get to work.
Go Eco, yo
Rechargeable mice are eco-friendly and convenient. These are our favorites
Nothing is worse than your wireless mouse going dead when you need it most and you're out of fresh batteries. If you use a rechargeable mouse, though, this is a non-issue. Does that sound appealing? Here are some of our favourite options.
#TheBulldogs
The Future Tech Awards celebrate the best in tech
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With the end of the year drawing closer, we’re celebrating with the announcement of the Future Tech Awards and the associated winners' ceremony, which will take place on January 8, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Bargain Type Covers
6 best Surface Pro keyboards that cost less than Microsoft's Type Covers
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.
PC Pods
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.
A real steal
Bose's stellar QC35 II headphones are nearly HALF OFF for Prime Day
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You won't find a better price on a better set of cups this Prime Day.
Take our money
11 Prime Day deals our writers and editors actually bought
At Windows Central, we are tech snobs, and we know a good deal when we see one. These are Prime Day deals that sucked us in.
light as a feather
These Prime Day smart scale deals are too heavy to miss
If you've been eyeing a Withings smart scale, you need to see these Prime Day scale deals.
Prime Day > Black Friday
Forget Black Friday — the smart money's on Prime Day deals this year
Things are different this year, and that means that my shopping habits will be different as well. This year, I am going all-in on Prime Day deals and probably won't be shopping as extensively for Black Friday.
To Alcantara or not to Alcantara?
Are Alcantara Surface keyboards worth paying extra for?
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?
FU 2020
Technostalgia: A look back at our favorite technologies from better days
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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.
Save some scratch
These Surface Go 2 keyboards cost less than Microsoft's Type Cover
Microsoft's Surface Go Type Covers are solid and stylish keyboards for an equally solid and stylish 2-in-1. But they sure are pricey. Thankfully, many more affordable options are readily available.
ECO FTW
It's Earth Day! Here's a look at your tech impact — 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. We worked with our friends from Android Central and iMore to put together and extensive guide on the how Windows, Android and Apple tech you own impacts the planet you live on.
Out of office but not out of mind
How to master Outlook's out-of-office automatic replies
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Microsoft Outlook has an out-of-office messages feature that lets you automatically send replies with relevant information when you’re on vacation or don’t have access to your mail. Here's how to make the most of the feature.
Quaran-time to Netflix and chill
Movies, TV and music we're using to combat quarantine fever
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OK, staying home for a loooooong time was kind of novel at first. But at Windows Central, we're all starting to go a bit nuts. Like, Jack Torrance in The Shining nuts. Wacky even. This set of movies, shows, books and music is definitely helping.
Make the most of your quarantine
What we're watching to keep sane while coronavirus quarantining
If you're like us, you've been mostly stuck at home for a week or more. These are the movies, shows, books and tunes we're consuming to help battle cabin fever. So far, it's working. For now.
A look back
12 stories that changed Microsoft, Windows and Xbox forever in the 2010s
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Microsoft saw many momentous developments during the past decade. These are the events, changes and announcements that were most impactful for the company, Windows, and Xbox in the 2010s.
Caffeine fiend friendly deal
The best pourover coffee kettle is available for a steal on Black Friday
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Hario's Buono coffee kettle is simple to use and just right for pouring that perfect cup. It's also deeply discounted for Black Friday.