Robert Carnevale
Robert Carnevale is the News Editor for Windows Central. He's a big fan of Kinect (it lives on in his heart), Sonic the Hedgehog, and the legendary intersection of those two titans, Sonic Free Riders. He is the author of Cold War 2395. Have a useful tip? Send it to robert.carnevale@futurenet.com.
Latest articles by Robert Carnevale
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That custom Windows XP virtual machine may not be safe, warns FBI
By Robert Carnevale published
The worlds of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Windows XP are crossing over thanks to the ransomware known as RagnarLocker.
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Microsoft Azure continues to gain ground on AWS, according to report
By Robert Carnevale published
A new report gives insight into the state of the ongoing Azure vs. AWS landscape.
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Windows Subsystem for Android gives Insiders on Windows 11 H.264 hardware decoding, improved mail integration, and more
By Robert Carnevale published
Windows 11 Insiders waiting on improvements to Windows Subsystem for Android should be ready for the latest update that brings improved mail integration, H.264 video hardware decoding, and more.
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Mandiant ends up with Google, not Microsoft
By Robert Carnevale published
Though a report indicated that Microsoft could be in the process of going after Mandiant, the cybersecurity firm is now in the hands of Google as a result of a $5.4 billion acquisition.
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March 2022 Patch Tuesday for Windows 11 is here, fixing OneDrive bug and packing security updates
By Robert Carnevale published
Microsoft's majorly monthly patch drop is here for Windows 11 and Windows 10. It includes standard security updates as well as a fix for a particularly pesky OneDrive issue.
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Metaverse-NFT overlap is nigh, says Gartner
By Robert Carnevale published
Expect to keep hearing about NFTs and the metaverse for the foreseeable future — especially in the event they collide and start to shape each other.
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UGREEN HiTune X6 ANC Earbuds review: Sound great, listen well
By Robert Carnevale last updated
We're approaching levels of value previously thought unthinkable with UGREEN's inexpensive, highly capable HiTune X6 ANC earbuds.
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Microsoft VP explains why company fights patent trolls and defends open-source ecosystem
By Robert Carnevale published
Patent Assertion Entities (PAEs), also known as "patent trolls," are a problem for open-source software providers. Microsoft's getting involved in stopping said trolls.
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Windows 11 holds a Windows 9 reference — if you know where to look
By Robert Carnevale published
Windows has all sorts of secrets nestled under its hood. One, for example, is a reference to the never-released Windows 9.
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Xbox has a chance to avenge Banjo-Kazooie and Conker with Crash and Spyro
By Robert Carnevale published
Xbox Game Studios owns a beloved little troupe of platformer icons. Now it's time for the brand to give its heroes the time in the limelight that they deserve.
![Man wearing HoloLens 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/c35oRR2JVsnyAfe52akcqB-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft or Meta: Who's best positioned to win the metaverse?
By Robert Carnevale published
The metaverse is coming whether we like it or not. The only question is: Whose interpretation is going to lead the pack?
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Lenovo's ThinkVision M14d Mobile Monitor is a 16:10 14-inch screen you can bring anywhere
By Robert Carnevale published
Lenovo's always been big on its portable panel plans. The latest inclusion in its mobile monitor line is the ThinkVision M14d, which packs a 16:10 aspect ratio and convenient USB-C connectivity.
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Are you playing Elden Ring on Xbox or PC?
By Robert Carnevale published
The general consensus is that Elden Ring is a very, very special game. The question we have for you is: Where are you playing it?
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NVIDIA may have been hit with a cyberattack
By Robert Carnevale published
A new report claims NVIDIA has been struck with a cyberattack that's affected emails as well as developer tools. NVIDIA says it's investigating the matter.
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Meta has dissolved its hybrid metaverse OS development team, says report
By Robert Carnevale published
AR and VR being unified under a single operating system is no longer in the cards for Meta, according to a recent report.
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The ultra-tiny Intel NUC 12 Extreme gets Q2 2022 release date, price tag reveal
By Robert Carnevale last updated
Intel's latest offering is custom-built to satisfy PC users who want the smallest desktop possible. Expect to pay well over $1,000 for the compact computer.
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Dell pulls in $28 billion in Q4 FY22, closes fiscal year with $101 billion in revenue
By Robert Carnevale published
Dell had a strong year punctuated by both quarterly and annual gains, beating out 2021 by a double-digit margin.
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Wiping Windows 11 and 10 data may not be as easy as intended for OneDrive users
By Robert Carnevale published
A new report indicates that when you attempt to reset your PC using Windows' built-in wiping tools, some data may remain on the system.
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ASUS' latest Vivobook Pro laptops for creators available for purchase, include 4K OLED and 2-in-1 options
By Robert Carnevale published
ASUS' new string of Vivobook Pro machines are available for purchase, meaning you can get your latest casual-creator-friendly clamshell or 2-in-1 today.
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New Acer Swift 5 and Swift 3 'powerful and premium' laptops feature latest 12th Gen Intel processors
By Robert Carnevale published
The new Swift 5 sports a fantastic 16:10 display with a 92 screen-to-body ratio along with Intel's latest 12th Gen CPUs.
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Microsoft invites you to try .NET 7 Preview 1, available now
By Robert Carnevale published
Microsoft recently celebrated 20 years of .NET. Now it's forging the next chapter for the software framework.
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New Bing travel features aim to make your next vacation easier to plan
By Robert Carnevale published
Bing has added a lineup of new travel-focused features that'll help you with everything from hotel booking to figuring out your trip's itinerary.
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Thanks to PC Game Pass, I'll probably never buy an Xbox again
By Robert Carnevale published
Microsoft has absolutely crushed it in the games division. And in the process, they've eliminated many folks' desires to ever invest in their consoles.
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Microsoft Teams susceptible to malicious files just like any other platform, asserts report
By Robert Carnevale published
A new report from Avanan reiterates the importance of always double-checking files and who they're coming from. Even Microsoft Teams isn't immune to danger, after all.