Daniel Rubino is the Editor-in-Chief of Windows Central. He has been writing about Microsoft since 2007, when the site first launched under WMExperts (and later Windows Phone Central). In 2010, he took over duties as editor-in-chief, moved to executive editor in 2020, and returned to editor-in-chief in 2022. In addition, he manages the staff, directs content, and is a YouTube personality, head reviewer, analyst, and podcast co-host. His interests include Windows, laptops, next-gen computing, and, for some reason, watches. He's been reviewing laptops since 2015 and is especially fond of 2-in-1 convertibles, ARM processors, new form factors, and thin-and-light PCs.
Before working on Windows Central, Daniel was a polysomnographer at Weill-Cornell Medical College and NY Presbyterian in New York City, a movie theater projectionist for 17 years, an Emergency Medical Technician in Connecticut, and was studying for a Ph.D. in linguistics in the neurology of language. In addition, he has studied at Sienna College, the University of Connecticut, Boston University, and the CUNY Graduate Center with political science and linguistics degrees.
Latest articles by Daniel Rubino

By Daniel Rubino Published
REVIEW This clever foldable controller solves a problem most mobile gaming accessories ignore: they're usually too bulky to bring with you.

By Daniel Rubino Published
REVIEW Razer's new hot-swappable Reclusa X Mini 65% isn't packed with premium bells and whistles, but at $49.99 it delivers one of the most satisfying typing experiences in the company's keyboard lineup.
By Jez Corden Published
Xbox In a major coup, Xbox has confirmed that it will be publishing Hideo Kojima's long-awaited action-espionage title "PHYSINT."

By Daniel Rubino Published
XBOX In today's Insider update, Remote Play upgrades, cloud gaming improvements, and deeper personalization aren't headline features on their own, but together they reveal where Xbox is headed next.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Futurism Lenovo's newest rollable laptop concept doesn't try to reinvent the PC. Instead, it solves a surprisingly simple problem: how to get a bigger screen without carrying a bigger laptop.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Laptops With seven colors, customizable keycaps, and a choice of AMD, Qualcomm, or eventually Intel, the IdeaPad Vibe is anything but another boring laptop.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Airjet Powered by Intel and cooled by Frore Systems' AirJet technology, Lenovo's AeroBlade concept rethinks what a modern laptop can be.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Pre-order The ROG Xbox Ally X20 is now available to pre‑order, giving Windows handheld fans a new OLED option with upgraded hardware and a premium standalone price.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Review Razer’s tenth Huntsman keyboard brings optical analog power down to desk level—and my trained typing hands couldn't be happier.

By Ben Wilson Last updated
Keyboards Windows Central tests and reviews the latest and greatest gaming keyboards to help you make the best possible decision for your gaming setup.

By Richard Devine Published
On this Day A look back at Xbox’s 2015 “games everywhere” vision — the moment Phil Spencer sketched out a future that Asha Sharma is now fully realizing 11 years later.

By Daniel Rubino Published
No limit The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ vanished from retailers almost immediately, and the grey market has responded the only way it knows how: by duct-taping an absurd surcharge to the box and calling it market demand.

By Cale Hunt, Ben Wilson Last updated
Laptops If you're in need of a great PC to use for video conferencing and Zoom meetings, these top-rated laptops we reviewed won't disappoint.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Apps A clever indie app turns your Windows desktop into a customizable “notch” hub for notifications, media, and more.

By Daniel Rubino Last updated
FOMO Prices have risen sharply since August 1 — and may rise again in 2027 as hardware costs continue to climb.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Review Razer’s first Hall Effect Magnetic Huntsman brings true 8KHz polling, adjustable actuation and a suite of movement-focused features — a precision-focused esports keyboard that’s as much about micro‑control as it is about bragging rights.

By Alexander Cope Last updated
Gaming Xbox Live is having errors that are preventing people from signing in, seeing their library, and playing their games, but Microsoft's engineers are on the case to fix it ASAP.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Review Razer’s new Seiren V3 Chroma 32‑Bit DSP upgrades its predecessor with smarter audio processing, deeper EQ control, and a slick Synapse setup wizard that tunes your mic in seconds.

By Daniel Rubino Published
First look With a massive 55mm red ball, dual sensors, software-driven scroll adjustments, and multi-device switching, the classic trackball gets its biggest leap forward in years.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Review Razer cuts the cables, adds the glow, and delivers a chair that’s more than a gimmick.

By Daniel Rubino Published
SOLD OUT MSI’s latest high‑end handheld gaming PC launched at $1,799 and still sold out across major retailers, showing just how strong demand is for premium Windows portables.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Deals A rare midrange laptop deal that feels like a flagship — and it’s happening while everyone else is raising prices.

By Daniel Rubino Published
RGB The glowing throne your backside didn't know it needed—completely wireless, totally unnecessary, and absolutely glorious.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Review Razer’s flagship dynamic mic returns with better tuning, smarter software, and creator‑ready features.

By Daniel Rubino Published
Review Intel’s mind-blowing G3 Extreme silicon delivers the holy grail of 100+ FPS handheld gaming, rewriting the mobile rulebook—if you can stomach the component-crunched price tag.
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