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Windows 11 widgets will finally become usable, thanks to an upcoming update
By Sean Endicott published
Finally Microsoft inexplicably included a news feed you cannot remove within the Windows 11 widgets board. Soon, you'll have the option to just show widgets.

New Xbox Game Pass games (December 2023): What's coming, leaving soon
By Zachary Boddy last updated
New to XGP Every month means new Xbox Game Pass games. Keep track of everything coming and going with our comprehensive guide.

Google Gemini seeks to put ChatGPT in the rearview mirror
By Colton Stradling published
Gemini Gemini scored over 90% on the Measuring Massive Multitask Language Understanding, being the first AI model to outperform humans.

At $23,000 the 85-inch Surface Hub 3 makes the smaller 50-inch model look like a bargain
By Sean Endicott published
It's here! Microsoft just launched the Surface Hub 3. The collaborative device supports portrait model, Smart Rotation, and the smaller model can be wheeled around while running on a battery.

EXCLUSIVE: Microsoft readies 'groundbreaking' AI-focused Windows release as new leadership takes the helm
By Zac Bowden published
Exclusive What’s next for Windows? Microsoft plans next-gen Windows AI release in 2024, plus details on recent changes to the Windows roadmap

The best Windows 11 tool you aren't using (but should) can now upgrade itself
By Richard Devine published
Upgrade The Windows Package Manager is my absolute favorite Windows 11 tool, and now it can even upgrade itself so you never have to leave the command line.

Logitech's new Astro A50 X wireless gaming headset works with Xbox and PC simultaneously with a quick switch button
By Cole Martin published
Logitech x Astro Logitech has unveiled the next Astro A50 headset, the first to launch under the Logitech G moniker following the acquisition of Astro.

Latest Minecraft updates give decorative pots a purpose and make bats look more Minecraft-y (and cute)
By Zachary Boddy published
Better Bats The latest Minecraft updates are now rolling out to all platforms, with the headlining features being functional pots and cuter bats.

Forza Horizon 5 'Winter Wonderland' brings back Secret Santa and adds 23 new cars (including from Fast and Furious)
By Zachary Boddy published
Santa's Back The Forza Horizon 5 "Winter Wonderland" update is rolling out to players with the return of Secret Santa, winter all month long, and lots of new cars.

Microsoft announces paid subscription for Windows 10 users who want OS updates beyond 2025
By Zac Bowden published
Subscribe to WU Microsoft has announced an "extended security update" (ESU) program for Windows 10 in 2025, which for the first time will be available for both consumer and commercial customers.
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