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Fans revive Windows Phone 8 with 8Marketplace
Windows Phone Windows Phone 8 is seeing a surprising revival through community efforts like 8Marketplace, which restores app downloads, alongside patched apps that connect to modern services like Bluesky.
The Xbox Ally range picks up big TV enhancements — with AutoSR in tow
Xbox The promised auto super resolution features appear on Xbox Ally X today, with other major enhancements to the Xbox Ally connected TV experience. Here's what's new.
Discord lives on Windows Phone 7 in 2026 via surprising fan-made apps
Windows Phone A fan has brought Discord to Windows Phone 7 using unofficial apps, showcasing ongoing community support for the discontinued platform in 2026.
Valve promises it's working on a Steam Deck restock after it sold out amid the RAM shortage
Handheld Gaming PC Steam Deck maker Valve says it's "working very hard" to bring the Steam Deck back in stock, though ongoing RAM shortages are making it difficult to do so.
Is METROV the new best way to recreate Windows Phone 8.1?
Phones Although Windows Phone went away years ago, it has lived on in the hearts of many. This custom Android launcher returns the feel of WP 8.1, and it's starting to get attention.
Why Microsoft should license the Surface Studio design to another OEM
Surface Microsoft may be done building ambitious Surface hardware, but its best designs don’t have to stay buried.
I reviewed the new dual-screen gaming laptop from ASUS
Laptops ASUS's dual-screen ROG Zephyrus Duo gaming laptop is here, and I got my hands on it early to test it out. Here's what you need to know before buying.
Seagate's Xbox Storage Expansion Card enjoys a discount for all its sizes
Deals Amazon is hosting discounts (up to 20% off) for Seagate's Storage Expansion Cards for Xbox in honor of Amazon's Gaming Week sale.
