Daniel Rubino
Daniel Rubino is the Editor-in-Chief of Windows Central. He has been writing about Microsoft since 2007 when the site first launched under WMExperts (and later Windows Phone Central). In 2010, he took over duties as editor-in-chief, moved to executive editor in 2020, and returned to editor-in-chief in 2022. In addition, he manages the staff, directs content, and is a YouTube personality, head reviewer, analyst, and podcast co-host. His interests include Windows, laptops, next-gen computing, and, for some reason, watches. He's been reviewing laptops since 2015 and is especially fond of 2-in-1 convertibles, ARM processors, new form factors, and thin-and-light PCs.
Before working on Windows Central, Daniel was a polysomnographer at Weill-Cornell Medical College and NY Presbyrtiaran in New York City, a movie theater projectionist for 17 years, Emergency Medical Technician in Connecticut, and was studying for a Ph.D. in linguistics in the neurology of language. In addition, he has studied at Sienna College, the University of Connecticut, Boston University, and the CUNY Graduate Center with political science and linguistics degrees.
Latest articles by Daniel Rubino
Apple wins patent to basically make a Surface Book
By Daniel Rubino last updated
In a new patent awarded to Apple, the company continues its march to remaking Microsoft’s Surface Book and Surface Pro PCs, an idea once mocked by Apple’s CEO in 2012.
Surface Duo gets one step closer to running full Windows 11 on its dual screens
By Daniel Rubino last updated
One of the more exciting projects on Surface Duo takes a considerable leap as Windows 11 is now mostly running on the dual-screen Android phone.
Official (and legendary) PuTTY and Audacity apps land in the Microsoft Store
By Daniel Rubino published
Two classic Windows apps from the great year 2000 are now available on the Microsoft Store: PuTTY and Audacity.
Microsoft delivers promised study revealing device repair reduces waste, climate emissions
By Daniel Rubino published
A new independent study by Oakdene Hollins on behalf of Microsoft demonstrates that right-to-repair has significant positive impacts on the environment.
The spectacular Dell XPS 13 Plus is finally now available, starting at $1,299
By Daniel Rubino last updated
With an Intel 12th Gen processor, edge-to-edge display and keyboard, and a hidden haptic trackpad, Dell's highly anticipated laptop can finally be purchased.
Govee DreamView T1 Pro TV review: Your TV never looked so good
By Daniel Rubino published
Adding bias lighting to your TV has never been so easy or looked this great.
Konftel Cam10 review: One of the best business HD webcams you can get for under $100
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Hailing from Sweden, the new Konftel Cam10 professional webcam is well worth the price for the excellent video quality.
Microsoft's Surface Duo and Surface Duo 2 are picking up April security updates today
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Both Surface Duo and Surface Duo 2 are getting monthly security patches from Google today. Surface Duo 1 also receives a small fix for Miracast.
Surface Duo 2 drops to $999 for the first time at Microsoft, Amazon, and Best Buy
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Microsoft's dual-screen Android phone is now just $999 instead of $1,499 marking its lowest price yet.
Should Microsoft just put Android on Surface Neo?
By Daniel Rubino published
With Surface Neo's hardware not doing much these days, putting Android on it may be the best option.
Strange but true: Razer Kraken headphones allegedly save a person from a stray bullet
By Daniel Rubino published
Luck shows up in the weirdest places. Such is the story of a gamer who, while wearing $79 Razer Kraken headphones, survived after a stray bullet crashed through their window and hit them in the head.
Microsoft renames Your Phone to Phone Link, partners with Honor for an expanded experience
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Microsoft is renaming the Your Phone app to Phone Link with its latest redesign, while the Android app shifts from Your Phone Companion to Link to Windows.
Intel announces Arc 3, 5, and 7 discrete mobile GPUs for laptops to take on AMD, NVIDIA
By Daniel Rubino published
Intel is back in the discrete GPU game with its Arc series of graphics processors for laptops. Here's what you need to know.
MrMobile gives a long-term review of Microsoft's Surface Duo 2: 'I keep coming back …'
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Five months on, Surface Duo 2 is getting another look from Michael Fisher — has Microsoft made any progress?
Microsoft's Surface Duo 2 goes up against Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 on UK's The Gadget Show
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Which form factor is better — foldable or dual-screen? The UK's The Gadget Show tries to find out.
Windows Phone Secrets: Fast performance, long battery, and more get detailed in this retro-podcast
By Daniel Rubino published
In this throwback video, Sue Loh and Ben Rudolph swapped stories when they worked on Windows Phone, discussing what made it special.
Original Surface Duo gets its March 2022 security patch, 'improves device stability'
By Daniel Rubino published
The original unlocked Microsoft Surface Duo is picking up its March 2022 update. While there is not a whole lot new, it does improve device stability.
Let's Talk: 5 months on, Microsoft's Surface Duo 2 is actually good now
By Daniel Rubino, Zac Bowden last updated
Microsoft had another rough start with its second attempt at a dual-screen Android phone, but it's now in a really good place after a few months of patching.
Surface Duo 2 gets its March 2022 update, but only brings security patch
By Daniel Rubino published
Microsoft is pushing out the March 2022 update for Surface Duo 2, although there are no new features or bug fixes with this one. Instead, it's only the monthly Android Security patch.
Samsung announces four new Galaxy Book2 laptops at Mobile World Congress with Intel 12th Gen
By Daniel Rubino last updated
With new processors, full HD webcams, secured-core PC designation, and more, Samsung's sequel to last year's Galaxy Book line of laptops looks great.
Sync for Reddit picks up dual-pane support for Surface Duo and tablet devices
By Daniel Rubino published
Fans of Reddit and those with a Surface Duo will enjoy the latest version of Sync for Reddit, which optimizes the layout for dual-paned Android devices.
Exclusive first look at Lenovo's eco-friendly ThinkPad Z13 with plant-based cover
By Daniel Rubino last updated
When it comes to sustainability, you can have recycled metal or go all-in with natural materials. Lenovo is thinking about the latter in its new ThinkPad Z13.
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 5G 13-inch review: Affordable 5G never looked so good
By Daniel Rubino published
If you’re looking for a thin-and-light 13-inch laptop with 5G but don’t want Windows on ARM, Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 is an outstanding choice if you can live with the 16:9 display.
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