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PC hardware has never been better. Too bad Windows can't keep up.
By Cale Hunt published
Windows My visit to CES 2026 cemented my opinion that PC hardware has never been in a better state from a design and engineering standpoint. Windows, on the other hand, seems to be on the decline.

'Beastro' cooking / battle sim comes to Xbox Game Pass later this year
By Cole Martin published
ID@Xbox A pinch of cozy farming, a dash of restaurant management, and splash of card battling action bake up a delightful new indie from the team behind The Red Lantern.

Wi-Fi 8 is on its way. Here's what you need to know.
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware The evolution of wireless internet continues with Wi-Fi 8, but it might not be the upgrade you were expecting compared to Wi-Fi 7. Here's everything you need to know.

How do you use Windows Central? We want to know—and you could win $250
By Daniel Rubino published
Survey Your input will guide future coverage, features, and community initiatives.

Handhelds like Valve's Steam Deck are just too big — Sony nailed the form 16 years ago
By Ben Wilson published
Handhelds Handhelds are a modern marvel, but they're getting way too big. Is the PSP Go an example of what we should have done, or is that space filled by smartphones?

Lenovo wants your gadgets to feel “aware” of what you’re doing — helpful or creepy?
By Cale Hunt published
CES 2026 Qira has everyone at Lenovo extremely excited, but what exactly is it? I got an early hands-on demo with the powerful new AI assistant at CES 2026

While ARC Raiders cruises, Battlefield 6's player count has plummeted
By Brendan Lowry published
Gaming While Battlefield 6 and ARC Raiders were both some of 2025's biggest games, the former's player count has fallen significantly in the new year. But why is that?

'Core Keeper' digs deep with with new Xbox content this Jan
By Cole Martin published
ID@Xbox This procedurally generated subterranean survival game is perfect for co-op adventures.

Playing Divinity: Original Sin 2 on my handheld fills a BG3 void and changes the co-op experience
By Rebecca Spear published
Handhelds Baldur's Gate 3 was so amazing that it left a void in my life, but playing the developer's Divinity: Original Sin 2 has satisfied the same need. It's currently on sale and plays great on handhelds.
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