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You can now play Halo Fireteam Raven on PC but expect some hurdles
HALO Halo: Fireteam Raven, the arcade-exclusive Halo shooter set during the events of Halo: Combat Evolved, is now playable on PC through fan preservation efforts.
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Features
Haptics can transform racing games from good into an incredibly realistic experience
Gaming I tried a haptic seat targeted at sim racing, and the experience is unlike anything I've ever had before. This is the next big step in immersion in video games.
Revisiting the LG Lancet, 11 years later
Flashback A look back at the LG Lancet and the era when Windows Phone 8.1 defined Microsoft’s mobile peak.
What Windows 11’s Low Latency Profile actually does
Windows 11 Windows 11 Low Latency Profile explainer on how it boosts responsiveness, affects battery life, and what users can expect from this new feature.
An interview with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 developers at Infinity Ward
Exclusive From developing dynamic maps to the new Gunny system, Modern Warfare 4's development has been rooted in the team's desire for the game to have its own identity.
Revisiting the LG Lancet, 11 years later
Flashback A look back at the LG Lancet and the era when Windows Phone 8.1 defined Microsoft’s mobile peak.
The 2016 Android‑apps warning that now echoes Googlebooks
Flashback A 2016 warning about Android apps on Chrome feels newly relevant as Googlebooks pushes Android PCs into the agentic era and challenges Microsoft again.
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Microsoft launched a Bing “concierge bot” 10 years ago — the same idea Google is now pushing
Flashback From our archives: A decade ago Microsoft was already testing a Bing “concierge bot,” an early take on the AI agents Google is only now announcing.
11 years ago, Microsoft got cozy with "Non-Genuine" version of Windows
Flashback Microsoft’s decision to offer full Windows 10 upgrades to non‑genuine PCs marked a rare moment of outreach — and a major shift in how the company thought about Windows adoption.
Windows & Software
HP users keep Windows 10 alive against all odds
WINDOWS 10 Despite Microsoft’s push for Windows 11, millions of HP users are sticking with Windows 10
How to open the Settings app on Windows 11
How to On Windows 11, you have several ways to access the Settings app to configure features and personalization settings, and in this guide, I'll show you eight ways to complete this task.
What Windows 11’s Low Latency Profile actually does
Windows 11 Windows 11 Low Latency Profile explainer on how it boosts responsiveness, affects battery life, and what users can expect from this new feature.
PC Hardware
Revisiting the LG Lancet, 11 years later
Flashback A look back at the LG Lancet and the era when Windows Phone 8.1 defined Microsoft’s mobile peak.
Microsoft and NVIDIA spark N1X speculation with “new era of PC” teaser
Surface Microsoft and NVIDIA just teased a massive hardware announcement. Will the rumored N1X chip usher in the "new era of PC" promised by both companies?
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Best laptops with number pads 2026
Laptops Looking for a new Windows laptop with a number pad? You've come to the right place. Using our expert reviews, we've rounded up the best laptops with a number pad you can buy right now.
Acer Aspire Go 15 is the first laptop with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon C
Laptops Acer’s Aspire Go 15 is the first Snapdragon C laptop, but key specs, pricing and timing are still missing.
Deals
This Dell laptop includes Microsoft 365, Xbox Game Pass, and a controller
Deals The Dell 16 Plus is heavily discounted right now for eligible students. The deal also includes free Microsoft 365, Xbox Game Pass, and a custom Xbox controller.
Lenovo's budget PC monitors offer smooth gaming at a great price
Deals Lenovo is offering a Doorstopper discount on two high-quality gaming monitors, one of which earned a near-perfect score from us for its excellent performance and build.
Valve just handed Xbox free marketing for the Xbox Ally
Deals Valve's massive Steam Deck price hike has officially made the cheaper, 120Hz Xbox ROG Ally the ultimate budget no-brainer.
Handheld Gaming PCs
MSI Claw 8 EX AI Plus handheld gaming PC is official ahead of Computex
MSI MSI's latest handheld gaming PC uses Intel's newest chip, and AMD might finally have serious competition.
Gaming
Mina the Hollower could get Xbox Play Anywhere
Gaming Yacht Club Games has confirmed that Mina the Hollower will not support Xbox Play Anywhere at launch, but the developer says the feature is still being considered for a future update.
Haptics can transform racing games from good into an incredibly realistic experience
Gaming I tried a haptic seat targeted at sim racing, and the experience is unlike anything I've ever had before. This is the next big step in immersion in video games.
A Minecraft Movie Squared reveals first look at Kirsten Dunst as Alex
Minecraft A Minecraft Movie Squared arrives in 2027 with Kirsten Dunst as Alex, a new build challenge, and plenty of fresh Minecraft content teased.
007 First Light Sells 1.5 Million Copies in 24 Hours
007 First Light 007 First Light has become IO Interactive's fastest-selling game ever, reaching 1.5 million sales within its first 24 hours.
The indie game that dethroned Forza Horizon 6's Metacritic score is now available on Xbox
Gaming Mina the Hollower is a new 2D action-adventure game from the creators of the modern indie classic, Shovel Knight. If you're an old-school fan of Game Boy Color games or Zelda, here's why this should be on your wishlist
Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft finally lets Office users hide floating Copilot button
AI Microsoft admits the floating Copilot button in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint was a mistake, and will now allow users to move the AI back to the ribbon.
Ex-Microsoft exec says it missed "the AI wave" after fumbling mobile
AI Former Microsoft executive Mat Velloso claims the company missed its chance with AI, citing past failures in the internet and mobile.
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Mustafa Suleyman: AI will take over your white-collar job in 18 months
AI Microsoft’s AI chief says white‑collar jobs could vanish in 18 months as automation accelerates across organizations.
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Microsoft's AI data center in Kenya could "switch off half the country"
AI Microsoft’s $1 billion Kenyan AI data center stalls as the power grid struggles to meet demand, sparking fears of blackouts and resource strain.
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Microsoft
Microsoft investigates phishing emails sent from its own system
MICROSOFT Hackers are sending phishing emails from a real Microsoft address, making it even harder for unsuspecting users to detect the scam.
Banned researcher says Microsoft "ruined their life" after exploit reports
Microsoft Microsoft banned a researcher from GitHub and deleted their Microsoft account after zero‑day exploits surfaced, sparking outrage and claims that the company ruined their life.
Microsoft and Dell win a $9.7B contract with the US Department of Defense
Microsoft Microsoft will remain at the core of the United States Pentagon, with Dell operating as the sole software middle-man.
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Google’s AI search troubles are growing, giving Bing a big opportunity
Microsoft As competitor search engines surge on Google's AI obsession, Microsoft should exploit the situation. But it'll go against everything it's been doing up until now.
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Peripherals & Accessories
Logitech’s cushioned keyboard and mouse challenge the setup I’ve used for years
Accessories Logitech’s new Signature Comfort Plus keyboard and mouse add built‑in cushions that allow for more relaxed hand positions. The real question is whether they'll convince me to upgrade?
