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- April 30
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- Pure Farming 2018 gets better visuals, new vehicles, and free goats on PC
- Egyptian shooter 'Immortal Redneck' achieves 4K 60 FPS on Xbox One X
- Microsoft begins rolling out the Windows 10 April Update
- Twitter releases its new Windows PWA app on Windows 10 Mobile
- What reviewers are saying about the Ryzen 2nd generation processors
- Microsoft 365 adds phishing, ransomware protections for small businesses
- Fortnite Season 4 officially begins May 1
- Windows 10 April 2018 Update review: It's about the little things
- These are the best Windows 10 apps of April 2018
- Where to buy a used VR headset
- Cliff Bleszinski wants to bring battle royale 'Radical Heights' to Xbox One
- April 29
- April 28
- April 27
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- MMORPG 'Elder Scrolls Online: Summerset' brings arcana and intrigue to Xbox One and PC
- Will there be a Surface Laptop 2018 refresh and what's Windows ML? #AskDanWindows 45
- BattleTech for PC review: A fantastic game buried beneath a blanket of bugs
- Windows Insiders get small update to Windows 10 build 17134.5
- There's no excuse for Microsoft not making an 'Xboy' to rival Nintendo Switch
- HP's Qualcomm Snapdragon-powered Envy x2 now available to order
- Microsoft videos show off new features in the Windows 10 April 2018 Update
- Shadow of the Tomb Raider up for preorder on Xbox One, post-launch content revealed [updated]
- Official Trivago Progressive Web App (PWA) hits the Microsoft Store
- 6 cute laptop bags for women
- Office 2019 preview now available for commercial users
- TV, music, movies, and books we're into this week
- Microsoft says Windows 10 'April 2018 Update' is coming April 30
- Microsoft details updates coming to Microsoft 365 business customers
- 'Shadow of the Tomb Raider' for Xbox One might prove to be the best in the series' history
- The best place to buy Oculus Rift
- Microsoft posts Shadow of the Tomb Raider reveal trailer early
- PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) Xbox One test server extended
- April 26
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- Gorgeous 'Shadow of the Tomb Raider' screenshots appear on Amazon
- Xbox Live hits 59 million monthly active users in FY18 Q3
- iTunes now available from the Microsoft Store for Windows 10
- Microsoft FY18 Q3 earnings: $26.8 billion in revenue with Surface surge, cloud growth
- Fort Triumph is a unique mashup of X-COM strategy and RPG fantasy for PC
- More original Xbox games come to Xbox One backward compatibility today
- AMD's Combat Crate bundle is like a starter pack for building a gaming PC
- Microsoft says it isn't working on the Xbox career system, but it should be
- Microsoft patent features 'hinge gestures,' curved-display correction for rumored 'Andromeda' PC
- Bitwarden password manager comes to the Microsoft Store
- Following other tech companies, Microsoft is giving its pistol emoji an overhaul
- Fall Creators Update hits 92 percent coverage of Windows 10 PCs, AdDuplex says
- Fortnite Season 4 announced, possible superhero theme inbound
- Snipaste is a sleek snipping tool for Windows 10
- Samsung's Notebook 9 15 review: great power and battery life in a plain package
- How to play Nintendo Switch games on your PC
- Microsoft sued by patent troll over graphics technology
- Is Conan Exiles on Xbox One worth revisiting for the new content? Let's take a look.
- April 25
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- Why Halo: The Master Chief Collection needs to come to PC
- E-waste recycler hit with 15-month prison sentence for selling Windows restore discs
- Windows 10 preview build 17655 heads out to Skip Ahead Insiders
- Sonic Mania Plus to speed past the goal plate in July
- Phantom Trigger is a neon-filled slasher with Xbox Play Anywhere support
- Microsoft's 'intelligent edge,' and how it impacts the world
- Cortana Device Setup rolling out support for GLAS thermostat
- Microsoft gaming head Phil Spencer hints at classic Halo on PC
- Hands-on with Windows Mixed Reality's new 'Skyloft' environment (video)
- State of Decay 2 and more coming to Xbox Game Pass in May
- Opera Touch keeps your phone and PC in perfect browsing sync
- Theme Hospital successor 'Two Point Hospital' for PC gets new developer diary
- Runestone Keeper brings Minesweeper-like dungeon crawling to Xbox One and PC
- April 24
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- Windows 10 'Lean' is a smaller edition of Windows 10 for devices with 16GB of storage
- Microsoft Authenticator testing account backup and recovery on iOS
- Xbox One April 2018 update: The complete changelog
- Final Fantasy XV skin pack brings Noctis and friends to Minecraft
- Today's Xbox One update adds 1440p support, AMD FreeSync, new sounds, and more
- OneDrive picks up new sharing experience on Android and iOS
- A look at what's new in Galactic Civilization III: Intrigue for PC
- Microsoft launches Windows Server 2019 Insider preview build 17650
- Anticipated strategy games 'Battletech' and 'Frostpunk' launch on PC
- Xbox console marketing lead Albert Penello leaves Microsoft
- Dell beefs up Precision workstations with new processors and NVIDIA Quadro graphics
- Deep Rock Galactic content roadmap outlined for Xbox One and PC
- Strange Brigade tasks you with fighting mummies on Xbox One and PC soon
- Xbox and Discord join forces to let you share what you're playing with friends
- Surface Pro wood cover from Toast boasts natural style and protection
- Pandora Premium now available on Xbox One
- Latest Sea of Thieves patch brings loads of fixes, teases new items
- Lexis Audio Editor brings easy audio editing to Windows 10
- H1Z1 developer 'open to exploring' Xbox One battle royale release
- Snakebyte has made one of the best Xbox controller chargers money can buy
- Glowforge's crowdfunded 3D laser printer now available to the public
- New cumulative update rolling out to Fall Creators Update PCs
- April 23
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- Stellaris 'Distant Stars' pack lets players explore uncharted space on PC
- The Division gets damage-boosting 'Blackout' event on Xbox One and PC
- Windows 10 Timeline support comes to Microsoft Edge for iOS and Android beta
- Destiny 2 'Warmind' expansion gets thrilling trailer [updated]
- Five new YouthSpark Summer Camps coming to Microsoft Stores
- Windows Central Podcast 88: Fluid animations
- Tubecast VR brings immersive YouTube videos to Windows Mixed Reality
- Miramar map coming to PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) Xbox test server tomorrow
- Snag Madden NFL 18 for free with any Xbox One purchase
- Microsoft retiring Skype for Business, Microsoft Teams, and Yammer for Windows phone
- 'April Update' may be the final name for Windows 10 Redstone 4
- Copy Space for Windows 10 puts copying and pasting on steroids
- Dark Souls: Remastered up for preorder on Xbox One [updated]
- April 22
- April 21
- April 20
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- Xbox One Insiders get 120 Hz support, folders, clip trimming, and more in May
- Graveyard Keeper brings hilarious medieval cemetery management to Xbox One and PC
- Hellish adventure 'Agony' launches on Xbox One and PC next month
- Windows 10 build 17134 now rolling out to Slow ring and Release Preview Insiders
- Animations in Windows 10 breathe life into a cold, sterile experience — we need more, not less
- Microsoft answers your burning questions about Fluent Design
- Google discloses 'medium-severity' security flaw in Windows 10 S
- This is how you'll likely earn EXP in the new Xbox Career system (Updated)
- Twitter PWA for Windows 10 now lets you pin profile tiles to Start
- More Progressive Web Apps (PWA) published by Microsoft come to the Store
- Chime in: How often do you actually use your PC's touchscreen?
- TV, music, movies, and books we're into this week
- VR and your privacy: How are these companies treating your data?
- Windows 10 build 17134 now rolling out for Insiders using HoloLens
- April 19
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- Windows 10 build 17650 rolls out to Skip Ahead Insiders
- Bringing a wood finish to the Surface Book 2 with a Toast cover
- Surface Book 2, Pro, and Laptop firmware updates now rolling out to Windows Insiders
- Instagram for Windows 10 Mobile once again available from the Microsoft Store
- Surviving Mars 'Opportunity' update adds new passages and storage options on Xbox One and PC
- Microsoft's refocusing on the cloud will have personal and far-reaching impacts
- Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice now available for PC on the Microsoft Store
- Battlezone brings arcade tank warfare to Xbox One soon
- Fortnite Fridays will bring weekly battle royale action to Microsoft Stores
- Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 vs. HP Spectre x360 15: AMD graphics and Intel CPUs
- Satya Nadella makes Time magazine's list of 100 most influential people
- PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) free for Xbox Live Gold members this weekend
- Every smart home device that works with Cortana
- Chime in: What are your favorite 4K media apps for Xbox One?
- Intel's stopping development of its Vaunt smart glasses
- The 10 Windows 10 apps I use every day
- Elgato's 4K60 Pro Stream Link does it all for content creators
- EA says it wants to do better, but why should we believe?
- PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) to get a map selector
- Animus Control Panel lets players mod Assassin's Creed Origins on PC
- April 18
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- Windows Template Studio snags interface tweaks in move to version 2.0
- Windows Maps updated for Insiders with collection sharing feature and more
- Upgraded Halo: The Master Chief Collection preview build rolls out soon
- Xbox FanFest 2018 ticket lottery submissions now open
- For Honor gets new training modes on Xbox One and PC tomorrow
- Today's Sea of Thieves patch brings new Pirate Legend content and bug fixes
- Microsoft moving on from OneNote 2016 to focus on OneNote for Windows 10
- All the different ways you can play Skyrim VR (and which is best)
- Microsoft Translator gets offline AI-powered translations
- Microsoft releases Windows Defender Browser Protection extension for Chrome
- Leaked video shows off new Xbox Live avatar editor
- Chime in: What's the best affordable PC for VR or Windows Mixed Reality?
- Five ID@Xbox games to watch out for in 2018
- April 17
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- Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 will reportedly lack a single-player campaign
- Windows Central Podcast 87: RS4 is late
- Monster Hunter: World gets a colossal golden dragon and 16-player raid tomorrow
- Elder Scrolls Online's 'Summerset' expansion gets riveting new trailer
- Windows Hello adding support for FIDO2 Security Keys
- New original Xbox games hit Xbox One backward compatibility today
- Conan Exiles gets major combat and farming update on Xbox One
- Microsoft outs new cumulative updates for Windows 10 Creators and Anniversary Update PCs
- MSI announces small and powerful Vortex W25 desktop workstation
- Microsoft among 34 tech companies joining forces to fight cyberattacks
- U.S. Supreme Court dismisses Microsoft email privacy case
- Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2018 nearly perfects the X1 Carbon as a convertible with a pen
- Microsoft reportedly makes more moves as part of reorganization effort
- Intel turns to its integrated graphics to scan for viruses
- 5 Books Every Microsoft Fan Should Read
- Chime in: What does your dream custom Xbox One look like?
- hueDynamic for Windows 10 improves your Phillips Hue lights and hardware
- The ultimate Xbox One (PC-free) Mixer streaming setup
- HTC launches developer SDK for Vive Pro's front-facing cameras
- Microsoft's Azure Sphere is built to secure IoT devices
- April 16
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- Windows 10 Redstone 4 build 17134 now rolling out for Insiders
- Radical Heights' Cliff Bleszinski accuses Fortnite developer of employee poaching [updated]
- How to replace the Oculus Rift headset cable
- Former Tomb Raider studio head joins Xbox in executive leadership role
- Fitbit Versa now available starting at $199
- Why Microsoft's 2018 reorg matters to everyone, on every platform
- OneDrive for Android picks up support for file restore and Oreo features
- Mesh network Wi-Fi kits with Ethernet backhaul support (and why it matters)
- Unofficial Uber and YouTube 'Progressive Web Apps' (PWA) pulled from the Microsoft Store
- Chime in: Are you a fan of Windows 10 tablet mode?
- Paperly for Windows 10 lets you take notes with ink, text, and more
- CalDigit TS3 Plus Thunderbolt 3 dock is about as good as it gets
- April 15
- April 14
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- Earthfall preview: Left 4 Dead meets an alien invasion on Xbox and PC
- Netflix for Windows 10 nabs compact overlay mini-mode to watch movies while you work
- Xbox lead Phil Spencer pledges to build 'high-quality' first-party games, including single player
- Getting a little tired of the same old battle royale? Give Radical Heights a try.
- Shenmue I & II announced for Xbox One and PC [updated]
- April 13
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- Mixer dishing out free channel subscriptions over recent issues
- Chime in: Share your thoughts on Microsoft's recent reorg
- Star Wars Battlefront II gets playable Ewok event, return of microtransactions
- Rare details upcoming Sea of Thieves content, first update drops next month
- Grab the new Windows Central clock for Fitbit Versa or Ionic right now!
- My four favorite fitness gadgets for the summer
- The Fitbit Versa is the best fitness tracker and wearable you can buy right now
- AMD drops the curtain on 2nd-generation Ryzen processors
- Pay what you want for this AI and deep learning bundle!
- Chime in: How well does Microsoft's Surface Pro play virtual reality games?
- TV, music, movies, and books we're into this week
- Developer details Conan Exiles changes for Xbox One and PC launch
- Microsoft demotes Windows 10 Redstone 4 build 17133 from RTM status
- There are cheaters everywhere in PUBG and it's out of control
- April 12
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- Windows 10 preview build 17643 rolls out to Skip Ahead Insiders
- 343 Industries hiring artists for future '4K 60 FPS' Halo games [updated]
- Office Insider Slow ring picks up new features for Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- As Factorio for PC nears v1.0, take a look at these awesome creations
- Microsoft Planner tasks can now be imported to Outlook
- Nintendo Switch to get Xbox Live achievements with Minecraft update
- Microsoft's Project Honolulu now generally available as Windows Admin Center
- Red Dead Redemption runs at native 4K resolution on Xbox One X
- GroupMe adds support for Android Oreo's notification channels
- Dell XPS 15 (9570) vs. LG gram 15Z980: Form or function?
- Microsoft's 4 most disappointing products and services
- The Division receives long-awaited Xbox One X upgrade [updated]
- Bing rolls out improvements for Maps-related searches in the UK
- Chime in: Which are your favorite Xbox One first-party games?
- MobileDiscord PTB for Windows brings Discord to the Microsoft Store
- 8 great consumer-focused features in Windows 10
- Destiny 2's 'Warmind' expansion launches in May, with numerous fixes in tow
- April 11
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- Cortana for Android beta can now read your incoming texts aloud
- Developer details upcoming PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) optimizations
- No Man's Sky will get another shot at success on Xbox One
- Mixer partners with Lightstream Studio to enhance streams with overlays and more
- PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) will be free to play for Xbox Live Gold members next weekend
- Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice launches on Xbox One, developer announces charity [updated]
- Latest Sea of Thieves patch rolls out with weapon balancing tweaks and more
- Watch Ubisoft pay tribute to Metal Gear Solid in the latest Ghost Recon Wildlands DLC
- Former and current Microsoft staffers talk about why Windows phones failed
- Microsoft reportedly winding down development on some apps that ship with Windows 10
- Chime in: What is VR good for beyond gaming?
- Pocket Casts Desktop for Windows 10 is a fantastic podcast app
- Four Intel six-core laptops we're dying to see
- HP's Pavilion desktop and notebooks refreshed with new chips and designs
- Thrustmaster Y-350CPX Far Cry 5 Edition headset looks cool but disappoints
- HP revamps affordable Pavilion Gaming lineup with Intel's latest processors
- The Elgato 4K60 Pro can now capture and stream at the same time
- Fortnite Battle Royale 3.5 brings portable forts, better loading times and a replay system
- Microsoft holds on releasing Windows 10 Version 1803 to the public
- April 10
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- New Final Fantasy XV expansions get early 2019 release window [updated]
- These 19 Xbox classics will hit Xbox One soon, with more enhanced games in tow
- Microsoft ends Windows 10 version 1607 support for Home and Pro editions
- Zelda-like 'Moonlighter' gets release date on Xbox One and PC
- April 'Patch Tuesday' updates for Windows 10 Fall Creators Update now rolling out
- Minecon Earth 2018 to kick off on September 29 with Minecraft news, panels and more
- Bethesda's 'Prey' franchise should return in the future
- Windows 10 Redstone 4 build 17133.73 now rolling out for Insiders
- Microsoft Launcher beta update packs Cortana improvements and more
- Playing with the new HoloLens gestures in Windows 10 Redstone 4
- Lenovo X1 Carbon (2018) brings Dolby Vision HDR to a work-focused laptop
- New authentication standard may let you ditch passwords across the web
- Chime in: How are you feeling about Sea of Thieves?
- This map details the spread of Azure data centers across the world
- Astro A40 TR vs. Turtle Beach Elite Pro Tournament: Headset showdown
- PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) Xbox One update adds new Western Military crate
- Original Xbox listings surface ahead of Xbox One backward compatibility update
- April 9
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- Video: Recap of the Mobile Nations reader meetups
- Arabian Nights-themed 'City of Brass' up for preorder on Xbox One [updated]
- H1Z1 on PC is still an intense battle royale experience
- How to keep your Oculus Rift sensors from being damaged
- Microsoft's Project Zanzibar smart mat can bring toys, more into the digital world
- HyperX's Pulsefire Surge RGB gaming mouse now available for $70
- AOC's latest gaming monitor is a 120Hz, ultra-wide beast with NVIDIA G-Sync
- Microsoft's Surface Pro is a laptop no matter what anyone says
- NVIDIA ending GPU driver support for 32-bit operating systems this month
- ASUS ZenBook UX410U is a great performer for work and home
- Microsoft's original File Manager now open source, and it runs on Windows 10
- Microsoft To-Do now lets you divide tasks into steps
- Chime in: Would you buy a Surface now or hold off in hopes of Andromeda?
- Seer vs. Quicklook: Who wears the crown for best Windows 10 file preview app?
- April 8
- April 7
- April 6
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- Mixer's mobile apps updated with picture-in-picture, HypeZone, and more
- Streamlabs OBS might be your new favorite streaming app
- Rare details upcoming Sea of Thieves fixes, roadmap video coming next week
- Skype for desktop getting call recording feature built for content creators
- Twitter plans on breaking all third-party apps/clients this June (Updated: API change is delayed)
- Ubisoft to open new Winnipeg studio
- Windows 10 is about productivity — for businesses and consumers
- Call of Duty: WWII DLC Pack 2 reportedly coming to Xbox One on May 10
- Windows 10 Photos app finally adds option to tag people
- Hands-on with Windows 10 build 17639 showcasing new features (video)
- Microsoft working on new Windows 10 screen clipping experience
- Chime in: Do long VR sessions make you feel sick or weird?
- TV, music, movies, and books we're into this week
- Rare's 'continuous delivery' aims for rapid Sea of Thieves updates
- Microsoft is selling an adult game on Xbox, and it will ban you if you take screenshots (Update: unbans coming)
- Doom achieves native 4K resolution on Xbox One X
- Xbox and PC RPG 'Vampyr' gets revelatory story trailer
- April 5
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- Windows 10 on ARM to add 64-bit app support in May
- Microsoft Teams gets Skype for Business interoperability with April update
- Western Digital goes for sheer speed with new WD Black NVMe SSD
- HTC is giving away free games to celebrate Vive Day
- Toast wood cover for Surface Laptop is the best way to cover any dings or scratches
- Windows 10 build 17133 heads out to Insiders in the Release Preview ring
- It's too early to thank Middle-earth: Shadow of War for its microtransaction U-turn
- Xbox Game DVR integration is coming to the Windows 10 Photos app
- State of Decay 2 gets new gameplay trailer showcasing base building and zombie smashing
- OneDrive Files Restore, ransomware detection, and more rolling out to Office 365
- Spyro Reignited Trilogy announced for Xbox One, preorder here
- HP's powerful ZBook workstation line gets refreshed with Intel's latest chips
- Razer's new Game Store rewards you with perks for your purchases
- Can thumbstick controller grips improve your Xbox One gaming performance?
- Chime in: Do you care about getting VR on Xbox One X?
- Notepad++ for Windows 10 is ready to code, but falls short of its origins
- How close are we to the software of Ready Player One?
- PC Building Simulator lets you build a custom rig without lifting a finger
- Trust GXT 322 gaming headset is a solid, if large, headset for Xbox and PC
- Far Cry 5 breaks franchise's sales records
- April 4
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- WaterField Designs goes bigger with revamped Surface Accessories Pouch
- Microsoft Launcher update brings a handful of fixes and improvements
- Voting now open for Windows Developer Awards 2018
- XtremeSkins for Surface Laptop brings a bevy of color to protect your PC
- Penbook goes free to celebrate Windows Developer Awards nomination
- Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs for Xbox One is a lighthearted Japanese RPG
- Microsoft touts breakthrough in making chatbots more conversational
- Intel says it won't patch some older chips against Spectre variant 2
- Microsoft announces $5 billion investment in Internet of Things
- Windows 10 build 17639 for Insiders in Skip Ahead now rolling out
- How (and why) a visit to a Microsoft Store left one enthusiast feeling dejected
- Steel Rats brings destructive motorcycle combat to Xbox One and PC this year
- Today's Sea of Thieves patch fixes ship-spawning issue to reduce griefing
- Chime in: Will Microsoft will release a new Surface Pro in 2018?
- With Square Enix ditching Hitman, Warner Bros will take up publishing instead
- Should Microsoft make a portable Xbox to compete with Nintendo Switch? (poll)
- Windows 10 build 17133.1004 for HoloLens rolling out for Insiders
- April 3
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- Popular RPG 'Divinity: Original Sin II' officially announced for Xbox One [updated]
- Microsoft joins Justice Department in asking Supreme Court to drop data privacy case
- SwiftKey adds location and calendar sharing to its Toolbar feature
- Sea of Thieves: 5 tips to help you dominate naval combat
- Samsung's Notebook Odyssey Z will keep things cool while gaming on the go
- Ghost Recon Wildlands to get another year of post-launch support [updated]
- Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, Divinity II: The Dragon Knight Saga join Xbox backward compatibility
- Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro review: This MacBook Pro clone has some serious hardware
- Acer boosts its Nitro 5 gaming laptop with Intel's eighth-generation chips
- Who are Windows 10 on ARM-powered devices for?
- Intel launches powerful Core i9 processor for laptops
- ASUS announces its refreshed 8th-gen Intel gaming collection
- Mozilla's Firefox Reality browser is built just for VR and AR headsets
- Chime in: What first got you into VR?
- MSI packs 8th-gen Intel horses into compact and sleek-looking gaming laptops
- Microsoft Edge has a promising future on iPad
- HTC Vive Pro: The true cost of a complete package
- Dell refreshes its XPS 15 with new processors and beefed up graphics
- Dell's new G series laptops are for gamers on a budget
- My every day essential Xbox One accessories
- Busch Gardens now houses an amazing VR setup
- Middle-earth: Shadow of War to remove microtransactions soon
- April 2
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- Acer's sleek and slim Aspire S24 all-in-one is now available in the U.S.
- Universim for PC is shaping up to be my ideal God game
- Windows Central Podcast 86: The Big Reorg
- Cloudflare's new consumer DNS service promises a faster, more secure internet
- Microsoft teases original Xbox backward compatibility news for April 10
- Arabian Nights-inspired 'City of Brass' launches on Xbox One in May
- Microsoft Pix's business card feature now works with addresses
- Xbox Live social and gaming services down for some
- Lenovo ThinkPad X280 review: Thinner and lighter at the cost of popular features
- The Microsoft Store needs an 'Extras' tab, not an 'Edge Extensions' tab
- Microsoft opens up on-demand AI training courses to the public
- Xbox Live Rewards will transition to Microsoft Rewards in June
- Chime in: Where are the good Xbox One baseball games?
- A dust cover is one of the best things you can get for your Xbox One
- Twitter PWA for Windows 10 receives first round of updates
- Resident Evil 7 runs at 4K 60 FPS on Xbox One X [updated]
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