
Al Sacco
Al Sacco is the Former Content Director of Future PLC's Mobile Technology Vertical, which included AndroidCentral.com, iMore.com and WindowsCentral.com. He is a veteran reporter, writer, reviewer and editor who has professionally covered and evaluated IT and mobile technology, and countless associated gadgets and accessories, for more than a decade. You can keep up with Al on Twitter and Instagram.
Latest articles by Al Sacco

10 things you didn't know about Microsoft Cofounder Paul Allen
By Al Sacco published
Microsoft Cofounder Paul Allen sadly passed away today. In his memory, here are 10 facts about the man that you might not know.

Are you preordering Microsoft's Surface Go? (poll)
By Al Sacco published
Microsoft's latest Surface, the budget Surface Go, is expected to be released in early August. We want to know if you plan to preorder the device.

Chime in: Should Microsoft release a Surface trackpad?
By Al Sacco last updated
Microsoft makes a number of Surface-branded peripherals, but there is currently no official Surface trackpad. We really want one, but we also want your thoughts.

Chime in: Do you use your Surface Pro more as laptop, tablet or desktop?
By Al Sacco last updated
One of the most compelling things about Microsoft's Surface Pro 2-in-1s is the ability to use the devices in multiple modes, including as a laptop, tablet and even a desktop PC when connected to a monitor, keyboard and mouse.

Chime in: Your thoughts on the latest Xbox One Insider OS update
By Al Sacco last updated
Microsoft recently released 1710 Xbox OS builds to members of the Beta Xbox Insider ring. We've been kicking the tires on the latest release, but we want to hear from you with your thoughts.

Chime in: What's the first thing you'd do if you were in charge of Microsoft?
By Al Sacco last updated
The Windows Central community is often vocal about suggestions for what Microsoft should (and should not) do next, in relation to the company's products and strategy. So we created a new forum, dubbed the "Armchair CEO" forum, designed to solicit those exact types of suggestions.

Are you a fan of the Alcantara fabric on Microsoft's Surface PCs and Type Covers?
By Al Sacco last updated
The soft, suede-like fabric on Microsoft's Surface Pro Type Covers and the new Surface Laptop has become a staple of the brand. But it's also somewhat polarizing.

Chime in: Is Consumer Reports' Surface controversy a big deal for Microsoft?
By Al Sacco last updated
This week, consumer reviews site Consumer Reports issued a scathing report on Microsoft's Surface lineup of PCs, calling into question the entire brand's reliability and removing its "recommended" designation for all Surfaces.

Chime in: What do you think of the Xbox One X 'Project Scorpio Launch Edition' console?
By Al Sacco last updated
Yesterday, at Gamescom 2017 in Germany, Microsoft unveiled a special, limited Xbox One X 'Project Scorpio Launch Edition' console and announced that Xbox One X preorders are now available.

Got questions about your new Surface? The Windows Central community has answers.
By Al Sacco last updated
The Windows Central forums are a perfect place to ask questions, troubleshoot problems, and share wisdom on Microsoft’s Surface hardware.

Buy, sell or trade tech gear in the Windows Central Marketplace!
By Al Sacco last updated
The Windows Central forums' Marketplace is a great place to offload some tech hardware you no longer need, or to get a great deal on your next new favorite laptop, tablet, 2-in-1 or phone.

Hey NYC and SF — come hang out with us, eat, drink and win free stuff!
By Al Sacco published
Next week, members of the Windows Central and Mobile Nations teams will be in New York City and San Francisco, and we'd love for you to come say hello. Oh, and we have some free tech to give away as an extra incentive.

Will you buy one of the first 'Always-Connected PCs?' (poll)
By Al Sacco published
The first two "Always-Connected PCs" should be available soon. Do you plan to put on your early-adopter cap and buy one? Vote in our poll to let the world know.

Chime in: How's your Surface Book 2 battery life?
By Al Sacco published
Microsoft's Surface Book 2 is an impressive PC in many ways, and battery life should be one of them, given Microsoft's claim of "up to 17 hours" life. But that's apparently not been the case for everyone.

Chime in: Are quality Windows PCs just too pricey?
By Al Sacco published
One of the best things about the Windows ecosystem and PC market is an abundance of choice in hardware. But are all the good PCs too expensive?

Microsoft CEO Nadella's new book promises insights on the company's digital transformation
By Al Sacco last updated
Satya Nadella, Microsoft's chief executive, today released a new book that not only examines the man, but also Microsoft's path during the past few years, as well as the impact of technological change on the company and on human beings today.

12 days of tech tips: OverDrive apps deliver (free) library ebooks and audiobooks
By Al Sacco published
If you have a local library, and a library card, you're going to love the OverDrive app for Windows 10, which brings literally thousands (millions?) of free ebooks and audiobooks to your PC, tablet and phone.

Windows Central turns nine years old today!
By Al Sacco last updated
Time sure does pass quickly when you're kicking ass. Case in point: Windows Central turns nine years old today, but we don't feel a day over … three?

12 days of tech tips: The holidays are the perfect time to embrace mobile payments
By Al Sacco published
If you have a new-ish smartphone, whether it runs Windows 10 Mobile, Android or iOS, it likely supports contactless mobile payments. If you're not taking advantage of the feature, you're potentially putting yourself at risk.

Why Microsoft needs to release a new Surface Dock — now
By Al Sacco published
Microsoft's Surface Dock is a valuable piece of hardware many professionals rely on every day. But it's time for the company to update and release a new version of the aging device. Here's why.

Chime in: Do you use LinkedIn more or less since Microsoft bought it?
By Al Sacco published
Almost exactly a year ago, Microsoft closed its acquisition of the world's leading business-focused social network. We want to know if you think that was a wise move.

WaterField Designs Maverick messenger laptop bag is gorgeous and built to last
By Al Sacco published
WaterField Designs makes some quality gear bags in many shapes and sizes, and it proudly crafts them all in the good ol' US of A.

Chime in: Should Microsoft build an Android emulator to address the Windows app gap?
By Al Sacco published
If there's one common complaint among the majority of Windows users, particularly Window Mobile users, it's the "app gap," or Windows's lack of mobile, "touch-friendly" applications compared to other platforms, such as Android, iOS, and macOS.
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