Daniel Rubino is the Executive Editor of Windows Central. He has been covering Microsoft here since 2007 back when this site was called WMExperts (and later Windows Phone Central). His interests include Windows, Surface, laptops, and modern computing. Follow him on Twitter: @daniel_rubino.
Last week, HP announced its super intriguing ENVY 34 All-in-One Desktop PC with a powerful 65-watt processor and laptop-grade RTX GPU. Today, we go hands-on with a late-stage prototype HP sent us to see if it's all hype or the real deal.
Microsoft’s new Surface Duo 2 Pen Cover that can wirelessly recharge the new Surface Slim Pen 2 hits store shelves on November 15. Retailing for $64.99, the three-part cover comes in white or black and offers extra protection.
Microsoft has announced Surface Pro 8. Here is everything we know about the completely redesigned and iconic 2-in-1 tablet PC that started it all.
While you won't want to take it with you swimming, you should be OK to use Surface Duo 2 in some light rain, according to Microsoft.
If you think Surface Pro 8 only got a bigger display and faster processor, you'd be very wrong. The latest Microsoft Mechanics video breaks down all the changes like an ambient color sensor, large pixels for the camera, or how the new thermal system lets Surface Pro 8 hit a new high of 23-watt TDP.
The latest Microsoft Mechanics video walks you through the new Surface Laptop Studio, including talking about its removable SSD, how the hinge works, the display, and the CPU and GPU limits.
Executive Editor Daniel Rubino spent some time with the new Surface products. Here's what he learned about them that wasn't in the press releases, as well as some quick impressions of Microsoft's latest Windows 11 hardware.
HP's new 11-inch Tablet PC had a weirdly cool vertical orientation that works even with the keyboard. Toss in the massive 13MP flipping webcam that can also scan your desktop, and we have something that may be better than Surface Go 3.
Shipping with Windows 11 HP's new ENVY 34 is the most powerful all-in-one PC we have seen yet. It also has a massive 16MP IR magnetic webcam that scans your desktop. Toss in some crazy specs, including user-upgradeable storage and RAM, a 5K display, and RTX 3080 graphics, and you have yourself the most incredible desktop yet.
New FCC documents released on Friday, September 17, reveal some further information about Microsoft’s forthcoming Surface Duo 2 Android smartphone. The documents confirm 5G, NFC, Wi-Fi 6 and mentions “Wireless Power Transfer.” While it could be Qi wireless charging, there could be a more likely answer about what that is referring to.
The XPS 17 9710 is truly one of a kind with its giant 17-inch 16:10 UHD touch screen, 8-core processor, and NVIDIA RTX 3060 graphics. It's the best non-gaming 17-inch laptop that is ideal for anyone who works professionally with video, music, engineering, or large amounts of data. It's nearly flawless, which is why it has earned our "Best" award. Read on to find out why.
If you're looking for a solid 27-inch gaming monitor that's slightly different from the rest, the new Monoprice Dark Matter is a solid choice. With a special Sharp IGZO panel, 180Hz refresh, HDR400, and Adaptive Sync, you're getting a lot for just $350. While some areas were cut to hit that price, they are minor quibbles for this color-accurate display.
Razer has debuted the new Huntsman V2, it's newest high-tier gaming keyboard that comes in two sizes, has two switches and a whole heap of performance. Here's why you'll be wanting it as your next gaming keyboard.
With the strict Windows 11 hardware requirements, some people believe Microsoft is only doing it to sell new PCs. But the real story is how a strong PC market is already here and will continue for the news few years. Microsoft doesn’t need Windows 11 to sell new PCs; that’s already taking place.
Insiders testing Windows 11 recently experienced a devastating bug that crippled the desktop with no Start menu or taskbar. A new analysis suggests that a cloud-based pop-up for Microsoft Teams caused it, which calls into question Microsoft's architecture just a month before the release of Windows 11.
If you're having issues with the Windows 11 Build 22000.176 (Beta Channel) from today, you're not alone. Many users are experiencing the disappearing Start menu and taskbar bug. While it's a known issue, it seems to be much more widespread now. Here's a temporary fix to get your PC back in under 5 minutes.
With a starting price just below $700 (on sale) and weighing just 2 pounds, the new HP Pavilion Aero 13 is one excellent-looking device. It's also backed up by powerful AMD Ryzen 5000 Mobile CPUs with an incredible 16:10 display making this laptop our top recommendation for a budget PC. And it's ready for Windows 11, too.
While the budget-friendly Samsung Galaxy Book Go won some props from us, the new 5G model ups the ante, with more storage, more RAM, faster CPU, and now 4G LTE and 5G, the Galaxy Book Go is also the budget 5G laptop, too.
The promise of Windows on ARM finally reaches the entry-level PC market with the new Samsung Galaxy Book Go. With a thin, fanless design and a $300 starting price, it shows why Qualcomm-based PCs have a strong future. But is that vision ready for today? Find out in our full review.
Next-gen "HD" haptic trackpads are coming to Windows laptops in 2022, but while they deliver better accuracy and can lead to thinner designs, they won't matter until Microsoft takes the lead on the software. Here's why.