Latest articles by Sean Endicott
Deals This deal drops the Dell XPS 14 to $1,749.99 and gets you a 3.2K OLED touch display, an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage.
Apps A new Extension Gallery in PowerToys streamlines how you find, install, and update Command Palette extensions.
Surface The Surface Laptop Ultra shows what Microsoft can achieve at the high end, and several of its features could make the standard Surface Laptop a stronger option for everyday users.
Windows 11 Microsoft highlighted AI agents and native apps at Build, but the Windows 11 Widgets panel saw no improvements and still lacks useful options.
Windows 11 From a massive push for faster, native apps to monster new desktop hardware, Microsoft just gave us a genuine reason to be excited about the PC on your desk.
Surface A packed week filled with major announcements gives Windows 11 its strongest momentum in years.
Microsoft’s latest announcements build directly on the architecture it introduced a year ago.
Surface Microsoft returned a rare 50th Anniversary Surface Laptop after a repair mix‑up exposed a workflow flaw.
Windows 11 Microsoft’s Marcus Ash says Windows 11 context menus will soon be faster, simpler, and more configurable. I just hope we don't have to wait until 2027 to see the improvements.
Apps A Build session will show how AI agents can port apps to get native Arm performance
Apps Microsoft wants more WinUI 3 apps across Windows 11, and Build 2026 shows how developers can get there with new tools, agents, and hardware.
Computing The global memory shortage tanked PC shipments in the first half of this year, and things don't look any better for the next six months.
AI Microsoft’s new MAI model family includes a flagship reasoning model, zero distillation, and lower developer costs.
Microsoft Microsoft IQ and Scout connect to workspace data, allowing autonomous AI agents to handle repetitive tasks in the background.
Microsoft Build isn't just some boring developer conference. It showcases the future of Windows and computing.
Apps Adobe promises up to double the performance for effects, AI, and editing in upcoming Photoshop and Premiere updates. The gains come from optimizing both apps for NVIDIA’s RTX Spark platform.
Windows 11 Microsoft and NVIDIA dropped coordinated “new era of PC” teasers that hint at the N1X chip taking center stage at Computex and Build.
Surface Microsoft and NVIDIA just teased a massive hardware announcement. Will the rumored N1X chip usher in the "new era of PC" promised by both companies?
Deals The Dell 16 Plus is heavily discounted right now for eligible students. The deal also includes free Microsoft 365, Xbox Game Pass, and a custom Xbox controller.
Laptops Acer’s Aspire Go 15 is the first Snapdragon C laptop, but key specs, pricing and timing are still missing.
Deals The Geekom A7 Max is down to $549.99 at Best Buy, but only for a limited time. It’s a compact Ryzen 9 desktop with a metal chassis, Windows 11 Pro, and support for four displays.
Surface Microsoft’s Slim Pen 2 just gained system‑level haptic support, unlocking Windows 11’s new tactile feedback on older and cheaper Surface hardware.
Accessories Logitech’s new Signature Comfort Plus keyboard and mouse add built‑in cushions that allow for more relaxed hand positions. The real question is whether they'll convince me to upgrade?
