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All Articles by Zac Bowden
Link to Windows
'Link To Windows' may be coming to more Samsung Galaxy phones soon
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Microsoft's new "Link To Windows" feature on the Galaxy Note 10 is more than just a rebranded Your Phone app, it's an improved Your Phone experience that's much faster and reliable. It may also be coming to other Galaxy phones soon.
Better integration
Windows 10 and the Galaxy Note 10 work together better than other phones
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The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 has additional Your Phone functionality that you can't (yet) find on any other device: the ability to use screen mirroring on any Windows 10 device.
Version 2003
The next big Windows update is in the works, and this is what's in it
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The first major Windows 10 update for 2020 is in development, and it's bringing some changes. Here's what's coming in the update codenamed 20H1, at least that we know about so far.
Rumor mill
All the Surface hardware we're expecting to see announced this fall
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Microsoft is rumored to be holding a hardware event in October this year. That means new hardware is on the horizon, so here's everything we're expecting to see announced in the fall.
Buyer's guide
Struggling to choose a Surface Pro 6? We can help.
Not sure which Surface Pro you should buy? We can help.
Figuring it out
Which Microsoft Edge preview channel should you choose?
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Microsoft now deems Edge ready for every day use, so if you've been holding off on testing the new browser, now is the time to jump in. But, which preview channel should you choose? Let's take a look.
Edge Beta
Microsoft releases first 'beta' build of Microsoft Edge to the public
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Microsoft's Chromium-powered version of Edge is now available in Beta form, marking the third and final preview channel to be made available before an official public release. With over one million downloads to date, Microsoft is feeling good about its new browser.
Buyers Guide
These Surface Studio 2 alternatives are all WAY more affordable
Looking for alternatives to the Surface Studio 2? Perhaps we can help.
New build
Windows 10 20H1 build 18936 is rolling out now for Insiders
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A new Windows 10 Insider Preview build is rolling out right now, and brings with it changes and improvements to many areas of the OS. One standout new change is Notepad is now a Store app, no longer being tied to the OS for updates.
Buyers Guide
All our picks for the very best laptops with USB-C ports
Looking for a new laptop that has USB-C ports? Perhaps you need Thunderbolt 3, or maybe Thunderbolt 3 isn't a requirement for you. Either way, we've rounded up what we think are the best USB-C laptops available to buy today.
Microsoft + Samsung
Breaking down the Microsoft and Samsung partnership
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Microsoft's and Samsung's partnership is a big deal. But it isn't just about mobile; it's about Windows too. Let's break it all down and see what we've got in store for the future.
Headphone updates
A new Surface Headphones firmware update is rolling out now
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The second firmware update for the Surface Headphones is rolling out now.
Complete Changelog
Windows 10 19H2: What is it, and what's included?
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Windows 10 19H2 is now in preview, so it's time for us to start tracking all the new changes that show up in preview builds. 19H2 is unique, as it's not a full OS release, but rather a smaller update that sits on top of 19H1.
Recorded August 9th 2019
On this week's podcast ... Samsung + Microsoft partnership, and more
This week on the Windows Central Podcast: Microsoft and the Samsung parade, new builds, and a trip with Huawei. We're back with another exciting episode of the Windows Central Podcast, and this week, Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden have news about Windows 10 build 18956 and go into detail regarding the expanded partnership between Samsung and Microsoft — thanks in large part to the new...
Buyers Guide
Need a laptop with a Thunderbolt 3 port? Every PC here deserves a look.
Looking for a new laptop that has Thunderbolt 3 ports? Well, you're in luck, as we've rounded up what we think are the best Thunderbolt 3 enabled laptops available to buy today.
Dock talk
Got a Surface Pro and need a dock? Read this.
If your Surface Pro is your main PC, you can use a docking station to turn it into a powerful workstation. Here's our recommendation for the best dock.
Pen it in
Does the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 come with a digital pen or stylus?
Does the new XPS 13 2-in-1 from dell support pen input? Let's take a look.
Colorful choices
Is the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 available in different colors?
Can you buy the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 in different colors? Let's explore our options.
Touch or no touch
Is the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 available with a touchscreen?
Want to know if the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 comes with a touchscreen? Perhaps we can help.