Sean Endicott

Apps Microsoft updated the new Outlook with offline support, email coaching, and Copilot tools, but the app still doesn’t match the old Mail & Calendar.

Gaming A new APU from NVIDIA and MediaTek may power a future Alienware laptop, delivering RTX 4070-level gaming performance on just 65W.

Microsoft Microsoft confirmed 305 layoffs in Washington state this week, continuing a trend of tech job cuts despite strong financial performance.

Windows 11 The next Windows 11 update includes a bunch of new features, but you may care more about its improvements to PC gaming.

Microsoft Microsoft’s Russian subsidiary is reportedly filing for bankruptcy just days after President Putin called for Western tech to be “throttled” and “choked.”

Apps Microsoft is bringing rich formatting and Markdown support to Notepad, modernizing the app with bold, italics, lists, links, and headings.

Apps Putin says Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and other US tech should be throttled in Russia as tensions rise between the two countries.

Gaming Edge Game Assist brings a floating browser to Windows 11, letting gamers view guides and content without leaving their games. It's now available to all users.

Computing Xbox co-founder J Allard now leads Amazon’s ZeroOne team, which is focused on developing breakthrough hardware and software products.

Browsing Microsoft is testing an Edge feature that lets users disable all extensions on a site with a single click

Windows 11 An expanded Click to Do, Cross Device Resume, and improved HDR options are just part of the latest Windows 11 preview update.

Windows 11 Windows Update orchestration platform will deliver a unified experience for app and driver updates.

Gaming Discord just announced a new in-app currency called "Orbs." You can exchange Discord Orbs for Nitro credits and cosmetic perks.

Apps A Build 2025 mishap exposed private chats live. Now, Microsoft Teams has a privacy feature that hides messages while screen sharing.

Windows Some call it handy, others call it bloat. We’re asking the community: Is AI in Windows 11 useful or just taking up space?

Browsing The New Tab Page within Microsoft Edge will soon include Copilot prompts for some users. Microsoft is rolling out the new experience to Edge in May 2025.

GPUs A new Intel Arc GPU concept from Sparkle supports Thunderbolt 5, allowing it to power more high-resolution displays and handle higher data transfer speeds.

Apps Windows 11’s Snipping Tool may soon support GIF recording and export, giving users a fast way to create shareable content.

Apps Signal now blocks Microsoft Recall from taking snapshots of your screen with a new screen security setting.

Microsoft Microsoft has blocked internal emails containing the words “Palestine,” “Gaza,” and “genocide.” The change follows several employee-led protests.

Apps Microsoft's head of AI security accidentally revealed Walmart's AI plans by sharing her Teams messages while presenting. This feature could have prevented it.

Gaming Microsoft planned to launch its Xbox mobile store in July 2024. the tech giant blames Microsoft for the delay.

AI Microsoft accidentally revealed Walmart’s plans to expand its use of AI when a private Teams message was shown during a protest at Build 2025.

Windows 11 Microsoft is adding AI features to File Explorer in Windows 11. If you're in the Insider Program, you can try them early

Gaming Samsung's 2025 OLED TV lineup supports NVIDIA G-SYNC, adding a key feature to compete with the best gaming TVs.