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- October 31
- October 30
- October 29
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- Age of Empires 4 devs are looking into an Xbox console version
- Clippy returns to Microsoft Teams with a vengeance in epic sticker pack
- Who would have the best costume at a Microsoft Halloween party?
- Samsung challenges global chip shortage with plan to triple foundry production efforts
- MSN was second biggest English-language news site on Earth in September 2021
- A new Minecraft video discusses how you can become a game developer
- Microsoft unifies Whiteboard experience across Windows and iOS
- Uncharted director Amy Hennig working on AAA Marvel game
- Save up to $700 on Surface Duo 2 with this hidden Best Buy promotion
- Microsoft is now the world's most valuable company, passing Apple
- Bethesda details Skyrim Anniversary Edition Creation Club additions like aquariums
- Xbox celebrates Día de Muertos with a free custom car in Forza Horizon 5 and 4
- Everything new for Microsoft Teams in October 2021
- Microsoft has acquired Two Hat to support content moderation on Xbox, MSN, and more
- Weak labor market in pandemic? Microsoft's 2021 employment growth says otherwise.
- Microsoft's PowerToys now looks a bit more like Windows 11
- What is Dolby Vision? Everything you need to know about the HDR technology.
- Stable version of Microsoft Edge spotted on Linux systems
- Call of Duty Vanguard preloads live on Xbox — now with a surprisingly small download size
- Random: Microsoft's Kinect finds new life tracking the undead, used by ghost hunters
- New Halo Infinite-inspired Dr. Squatch soap lets you smell like Master Chief
- October 28
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- 343i details Halo Infinite's character designs and gameplay, UI improvements, and more
- Forza Horizon 5's Loyalty Rewards gift cars based on past Forza games you've played
- PSA: OnlyFans supports Windows Hello logins
- Microsoft gives an update on Teams call and meeting quality improvements
- Windows XP remains the dominant OS — at least in one part of the world
- The latest Grounded patch update lets bees sleep at night, includes other fixes
- Microsoft makes it easier to share and track feedback for Teams
- The new VAIO SX12 and SX14 pack speedy PCIe 4 storage and serious battery life
- The latest Battlefield 2042 gameplay trailer shows off three new maps and locations
- Get in early: Monoprice's Dark Matter 32 gaming monitor is here a day before its own release
- I want *to want* a Surface Duo 2, but Microsoft isn't making it easy
- Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick to take pay cut, announces company-wide changes
- Assassin's Creed Valhalla is the second-biggest profit generating game in Ubisoft history
- Microsoft wants to 'enlist' college students in the 'cybersecurity battle'
- Windows 11 rolling out to more PCs, time to check for an update
- Sony founds PlayStation PC brand for future ports
- Resident Evil Village crosses 5 million copies shipped, faster than the prior game
- Microsoft's video editor Clipchamp now integrates with TikTok, allowing easy sharing
- Age of Empires 4 launch time: When you can play, download size, and more
- Microsoft Teams will soon support meeting co-organizers
- HP announces OMEN 27c gaming monitor with curved 240Hz display
- Report: Vicarious Visions to lose name, fully merge with Blizzard Entertainment
- October 27
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- Microsoft talks password sprays, attack vectors, and how you can stay protected online
- Samsung gives Windows 11 the One UI 4 treatment
- Microsoft separates Launcher app on Surface Duo from Play Store, heads to 'system updates' instead
- G.Skill announces 'the world's fastest DDR5 memory kit' with new Trident Z5
- Does monitor refresh rate matter?
- Project Belfry: Xbox is working with 'The Banner Saga' dev Stoic Studio on an exclusive
- Get ready for 12th Gen Intel CPUs with these new Z690 motherboards from ASUS
- NVIDIA's ARM acquisition hits another roadblock thanks to EU regulator probe
- Windows 11 preview build 22489 brings new Microsoft Account page in Settings
- Minecraft: Java Edition Snapshot 21w43a introduces world blending for 'Caves and Cliffs Update'
- Google announces Android 12L taking aim at foldables and dual-screen devices like Surface Duo 2
- Over 5% of PCs have adopted Windows 11 in first month of its release, says survey
- Minecraft: Bedrock Edition Beta 1.18.0.24 is here with plenty of fixes and tweaks
- AMD smashes records with $4.3 billion in Q3 2021 revenue
- The new Dell XPS Desktop 8950's large chassis packs even bigger specs, including RTX 3090 glory
- Dell unveils Alienware Aurora Ryzen Edition R14, new details on R13
- Intel officially announces 12th Gen Alder Lake desktop processors, SKUs, and pricing
- Easily install Android app APKs onto Windows 11 with this free tool
- Microsoft forcing PC Health Check app onto Windows 10
- Windows 11's new Microsoft Store app is now in testing on Windows 10
- October 26
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- The Division 2 updates delayed to February, devs talk about the future
- Xbox FY22 Q1 revenue rises 16% citing Xbox Series X|S and Game Pass
- Microsoft FY22 Q1 earnings: $45.3 billion in revenue, surpassing forecasts
- FY22 Q1: Microsoft Surface rev drops 17%, while Windows is up 10% with ongoing chip shortage
- Surface Duo 2 Bumper review: Stupidly expensive, but also way better
- Blizzard confirms BlizzConline won't be held in early 2022
- Windows 10 KB5006738 October 2021 update arrives, addresses bugs
- Microsoft Teams is abandoning older versions of Android soon
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint now supports live response capabilities on macOS and Linux
- Hey, you should help your family and friends set up two-step verification (2FA)
- Razer's Zephyr facemask will be back in stock on October 27 — here's when you can grab it
- New Halo Infinite trailer showcases the rise of the Banished
- Yubico Security Key C NFC says hello to USB-C, works with Microsoft 365
- This is what the Xbox dashboard looks like with Comic Sans as the font, for reasons
- Microsoft brings millions of Shopify listings to Edge, Bing, and Start with new partnership
- What's new for Photoshop, Illustrator, and all the Creative Cloud apps shown off at Adobe MAX
- Halo Infinite campaign update: What's good, what's new, and will we fight the Flood?
- Microsoft is building an 11.6-inch low-cost laptop designed for K-12 education markets
- Zoom removes paywall for auto-generated captions in meetings
- Deep Rock Galactic Season 1 launches today a unique free battle pass system
- October 25
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- Microsoft begins testing Twitch live streaming from Xbox consoles with Insiders
- Surface Duo 2 fails to win over the majority of Windows Central readers
- Why Halo Infinite's campaign is going to be something special
- Microsoft upsets .NET open-source developers with Hot Reload news, then backtracks
- Russian hackers behind SolarWinds fiasco are at it again, says Microsoft
- Intel Core i9-12900HK benchmarks reportedly leaked, Apple M1 Max comparisons in the wild
- Halo Infinite's Craig just got the biggest glow up of 2021
- Samsung unveils its new Galaxy Book, Odyssey, and Pro 360 5G devices
- Halo Infinite campaign gameplay overview features a new dynamic sandbox
- Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy has a touching Stan Lee tribute - here's where to find it
- Windows Central Podcast 245: Surface Duo 2 review, UWP migration
- Halo Infinite campaign overview coming on October 25
- October 24
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- October 22
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- Overwatch's McCree gets a new name: Cole Cassidy
- Xbox Chaturdays 45: Xbox Game Pass misses target and new Xbox game details with Colteastwood
- Do you follow Windows on TikTok? You probably should.
- Intel Core i9-12900K Alder Lake CPU specs leak online
- Intel Core i9-12900K accidentally sold before being announced
- Remastered GTA Trilogy to get November 11 release on console and PC
- Surface Duo 2 FAQ: Price, features, release date, and everything you need to know
- Surface Laptop Studio and Pro 8 skins now available from SopiGuard
- Windows 11 optional update fixes L3 caching issue affecting AMD Ryzen CPUs
- PaxDei: Xbox could be developing a cloud-first MMO with Finnish developer Mainframe
- Forza Horizon 5 preload now live, starting at 103GB on Xbox and PC
- October 21
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- Razer gets into the PC component business with new AIO water coolers, fans, and power supplies
- Stardew Valley developer announces new game, Haunted Chocolatier, now in development
- Xbox October update brings 4K dashboard for Xbox Series X, Night Mode and more
- Apex Legends Season 11 brings a new Titanfall legend, new map, and more
- Windows 11 performance bug affecting AMD CPUs fixed by chipset driver
- Razer's Zephyr smart facemask with RGB and N95 filters can now be yours for $99 [Update: Sold out!]
- Razer Book now available in Quartz pink and with Windows 11
- Razer's new Kraken headset lineup brings more than music to your ears
- Doom Eternal horde mode teaser shows us real hell
- Microsoft confirms Windows 10 version 21H2 will launch in November
- Among Us sneaking onto Xbox Game Pass in December
- Battlefield 2042 full Specialists lineup detailed in latest gameplay trailer
- Battlefield 2042: DICE shares beta feedback and upcoming changes
- Xbox Series X|S Seagate 512GB Expansion Card SSD: Where to preorder
- Surface Duo 2 hands-on video and unboxing
- Everything you need to know about Dolby Atmos for PC, Xbox, and more
- Halo Infinite still getting ray tracing post-launch
- Halo Infinite gets custom RX 6900 XT GPU, giveaways begin soon
- Here's what experts think about Microsoft's Surface Duo 2
- NVIDIA GeForce Now is getting closer than ever to replacing a gaming PC
- Surface Duo 2 dbrand skins now available for purchase
- Blizzard co-lead Mike Ybarra courts controversy for selling World of Warcraft dungeon runs
- Microsoft Surface Duo 2 now available for purchase, including in-store pickup
- October 20
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- Before the Surface Duo 2 launches, check out people's in-store impressions
- The massive 'Hot and Hazy Update' is now available to all Grounded players
- Windows 11 Insider preview build 22483 rolls out to Dev Channel Insiders
- Hands-on with Android apps on Windows 11 (video demo)
- New Starfield lore video discusses the Settled Systems of this Xbox and PC exclusive
- Minecraft: Java Edition Snapshot 21w42a adds new 1.18 'Caves and Cliffs Update' Part Two music
- Cyberpunk 2077 and Witcher 3 Xbox Series X|S, PS5 upgrades coming in 2022
- Android app support rolls out to Windows 11 Insiders
- God of War heads to PC on Steam with January 2022 release date
- Microsoft helps developers get Android apps onto Windows 11
- Destiny 2: The Witch Queen locks new dungeons behind Deluxe Edition
- Microsoft 365 roadmap redesign makes it easier to track features for apps and services
- Xbox Game Pass subscription growth fell short of Microsoft's target in FY21
- Windows 10 Insider builds 19044.1319 & 19043.1319 roll out for versions 21H2 and 21H1
- October 19
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- Report: Activision Blizzard fires 20 employees in response to harassment claims
- Halo Infinite will offer monthly rewards to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers
- Activision requests pause in lawsuit to investigate alleged ethics violation by DFEH
- Halo co-creator joins EA for new studio working on first-person game
- Microsoft Edge Canary for Android now supports long screenshots
- Minecraft: Bedrock Edition 1.17.40 patch update officially releases with fixes across the board
- Razer announces Seiren V2 Pro and V2 X for professional and casual streamers
- Sea of Thieves crosses 25 million players on Xbox and PC
- Microsoft Flight Simulator Game of the Year Edition coming as free update with new planes, airports, and much more
- Xbox Cloud Gaming now features over 100 touch-enabled games
- New Splinter Cell game reportedly in development at Ubisoft
- Watch Google announce the Pixel 6 with our friends at Android Central
- Age of Empires 4, The Forgotten City, and more join Xbox Game Pass in October
- More Xbox Series X Mini Fridge stock to come, Microsoft says
- Microsoft's special Xbox's 20th anniversary broadcast goes live on November 15
- This free app lets you move the Windows 11 Taskbar to the top of the screen
- The Golden Joystick Awards 2021 voting is now live
- The MacBook Pro's notch is fine for macOS but would be terrible on Windows
- Xbox Gear Shop says 'Happy Halo-ween' with new merchandise
- Xbox chief Phil Spencer: Microsoft's game studio acquisition spree to continue
- Microsoft publishes UWP to Win32 migration details, but it's probably not what you think
- October 18
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- PLACES+FACES teams with Xbox for limited controller and apparel
- The MacBook Pro notch is stupid, and it better not start a trend
- Valve details verified Steam Deck games, compatibility requirements, and more
- Forza Horizon 5 has gone gold, reveals official soundtrack and custom Xbox Series S consoles
- Microsoft Authenticator can now autofill your address and payment information
- Forget the Pixel 6, iPhone 13, and MacBook Pro: Our readers want the Surface Duo 2 this Techtober
- Outriders is coming to Xbox Game Pass for PC Oct. 19, supports crossplay
- Windows 10 version 21H2: Features and everything you need to know
- Elden Ring delayed to February 2022, closed network test announced for November
- Watch Apple announce the new MacBook Pro with our friends at iMore
- Microsoft Outlook extension makes its way to the Chrome Web Store
- Microsoft testing fix for AMD performance issues on Windows 11
- Windows Central Podcast 244: Emojigate and Xbox Mini Fridge
- October 16
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- Elden Ring leak allegedly shows gameplay on Xbox One
- Gotham Knights DC Fandome 2021 Xbox and PC trailer shows the danger of the Court of Owls
- Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League DC Fandome 2021 Xbox and PC trailer is all about killing superheroes
- Minecraft Live 2021: Announcements, updates, trailers, and everything you missed
- Minecraft boasts over 141 million monthly active users and other impressive numbers
- The allay is the official winner of the Minecraft Live 2021 Mob Vote
- Minecraft 'The Wild Update' is launching in 2022 with the Deep Dark biome, frogs, and much more
- Minecraft Dungeons 'The Cloudy Climb': Features and everything we know
- Minecraft Dungeons adds free Seasonal Adventures, starting with The Cloudy Climb
- What is the Minecraft PC Bundle?
- Minecraft Java and Bedrock Edition to join Xbox Game Pass PC
- Minecraft 'Caves and Cliffs Update' Part Two still releasing 2021, Deep Dark delayed
- Latest Intel display drivers enable Dynamic Refresh for Surface Pro 8, Laptop Studio
- This Minecraft-inspired gaming chair is a collaboration between Secretlab and Mojang Studios
- Which Techtober gadget are you most looking forward to?
- Ninjacat is the latest victim of Windows 11's emojigate
- October 15
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- Microsoft's Surface Duo 2 ships next week and we're buying one. What do you want us to take a closer look at?
- Microsoft breaks down how it shrunk Windows 11 updates by 40%
- Windows is a ransomware magnet, according to a new VirusTotal report
- Windows 11 Build 22000.282 arrives for Release Preview and Beta Channels
- Xbox Chaturdays 44: Xbox memes brought to life and the state of game reviews with Mike Minotti
- Why Microsoft's next big Xbox acquisition should be a mobile games publisher
- Total War: Warhammer 3 introduces the world of Tzeentch
- PC makers may start discounting Windows 10 laptops to clear stock for Windows 11
- The Xbox Series X mini fridge preorders open soon, arriving later in December
- Microsoft Edge Dev adds a feature for Windows 7, because why not?
- Windows Holographic 21H2 update brings new diagnostic options to HoloLens 2
- Alienware Aurora refreshed with bigger body and better airflow
- Emojigate: People are mad that Windows 11 won't have 3D emojis after all
- October 14
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- Xbox Series X|S consoles pass 100K units in Japan, beating the Xbox One by several years
- Blizzard offers explanation for Diablo 2: Resurrected server issues so far
- Dragon Age 4 reportedly coming to Xbox Series X|S, PS5 and PC without last-gen version
- Surface Duo's October 2021 Android security update has arrived
- Final Fantasy 14 (FFXIV) for Xbox discussions with Microsoft are 'positive,' says game director Naoki Yoshida
- Splay, a portable display for every purpose, is now on Kickstarter
- Microsoft's $22 billion augmented reality headset deal with U.S. Army gets delayed
- Battlefield 2042 Hazard Zone: What we know
- Windows 11 printer problems confirmed by Microsoft
- Halo Infinite competitive settings revealed, includes Battle Rifle starts
- Windows 11 preview build 22478 arrives with new Fluent-style emoji
- Mark Cuban comments on Ethereum and Dogecoin, talks crypto benefits
- Minecraft: Bedrock Edition Beta 1.18.0.21 arrives with additional world generation changes
- NVIDIA ends Game Ready drivers support for Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and Kepler-based GPUs
- TSMC to build plant in Japan, but chip production is unlikely until 2024
- Battlefield 2042 Hazard Zone brings tactical action for smaller squads
- Microsoft kills LinkedIn in China after censorship complications
- Luna Display brings Apple Sidecar benefits to Windows 11 and Windows 10
- Windows 11 will be a focus of Microsoft Ignite, including at least 30 sessions related to the OS
- PowerToys update fixes frustrating keyboard shortcut bugs
- October 13
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- Battlefield 2042 beta: 3 things I liked (and 3 I didn't)
- Microsoft to undergo third-party review for its surveillance products' human rights impacts
- Windows 11 updates arrive on unsupported PCs (for now)
- Can Surface Laptop Studio use an eGPU?
- Outlook Internet calendar subscribers, bad news: Reports indicate subscription feature's best days are over
- Microsoft Teams will soon make it easier to switch between meeting views
- Halo: MCC Season 8 is now live on Xbox and PC
- Microsoft Emissions Impact Dashboard hits general availability, carbon footprints beware
- Minecraft Dungeons and Minecraft officially begin their limited time spooky season events
- Windows 11 shouldn't need so many third-party apps for basic functionality
- Windows Virtual Machines went down for around 7 hours last night, here's why
- Minecraft: Java Edition Snapshot 21w41a brings a new background image and lots of fixes
- Dell refreshes rugged Latitude laptops with 11th Gen Intel chips and optional 5G
- How Microsoft is taking its climate change commitments seriously
- Final Fantasy 14 (XIV) passes 24 million players as the most profitable game in the series
- AMD quietly launched its RX 6600, and it's already selling out
- Everything Acer announced today: Eco-friendly PCs, ConceptD 3 Ezel refresh, Predator devices, and more
- The Acer ConceptD 3 Ezel may be the Surface Laptop Studio alternative you're looking for
- ArenaNet, Undead Labs founder Jeff Strain announces new studio called Possibility Space
- Windows 11's first cumulative update makes AMD CPU issues worse, but a fix is coming
- October 12
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- Megatron gets a tune-up courtesy of Microsoft and NVIDIA
- TWiT discusses Windows 11 and the Surface Laptop Studio with Daniel Rubino
- October 2021 Patch Tuesday brings Windows 11 and 10 security updates and fixes to all
- Does Surface Pro 8 have LTE?
- Epic Games now credits Among Us dev for Fortnite mode inspiration
- Details on Xbox exclusive Avowed: The Outer Worlds meets medieval fantasy
- The X-Ring controller prototype shows that Microsoft is interested in VR, after all
- SteelSeries launches water-resistant Apex 3 TenKeyLess keyboard
- Monster Hunter Rise PC preview: A superior version in every single way
- Microsoft says hackers linked to Iran targeted U.S. and Israeli defense companies
- Windows 11 won't connect to some printers through a USB cable
- Halo Infinite Xbox Series X restocks at GameStop today
- Global chip shortage leads to dip in PC market growth in Q3 2021
- Can you use an eGPU with Surface Pro 8?
- Microsoft stopped the largest DDoS attack on record earlier this year
- October 11
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- Monster Hunter Rise on PC will not feature cross-play or cross-save support with the Nintendo Switch version
- WSL Preview now available in the Microsoft Store for Windows 11
- Microsoft Translator now works with over 100 languages and dialects
- Windows 11 only shows a clock on your primary display, this app fixes that
- Leaked images show revamped Notepad app that fits in on Windows 11
- Microsoft makes a more affordable keyboard for the Surface Pro 8
- I went on a Forza Horizon 5 road trip and fell in love with Mexico
- Forza Horizon 5 preview: This brilliant racing game can't come soon enough
- Windows 11 rolled out last week, and more than half of our readers like it
- This app brings back the Windows 10 context menu on Windows 11
- October 9
- October 8
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- Halo Infinite Forge leak reveals powerful scripting features
- NVIDIA's mining limiters bested by crypto miners with help of T-Rex software
- Microsoft 365 accessibility features fall 2021 lineup: Here's what's new
- Should you run an eGPU with the Surface Laptop Studio? You can, but not without some headaches
- Windows 11 will run on Citrix virtual machine software — at some point
- U.S. government could resort to heavy-handed tactics to force supply chain information from TSMC
- PowerToys Run is a perfect antidote to the Windows 11 Start menu
- Slack complaint spurs EU to investigate Microsoft Teams Office integration
- Xbox Chaturdays 43: The past, present, and bright future of video games with David Whitaker
- Surface Laptop Studio *is* a better Surface Book. Here's why.
- Seven things we hate about Windows 11
- Remastered Grand Theft Auto trilogy launches later this year
- Microsoft will protect Excel users from malware by disabling this ancient feature
- Is the Surface Pro 8 really pricier than its predecessor?
- Microsoft is improving the Excel experience with this one tiny tweak
- Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy soundtrack unveiled with a new original face melter from Star-Lord
- This app lets you add customizable Widgets to the Windows 11 desktop
- Google testing option to make it easier to uninstall progressive web apps from Chrome
- Windows Central Podcast 243: New Surface Hardware Reviews
- Battlefield 2042 beta faces 'Backend server error' as EA takes down servers
- Battlefield 2042 beta: How to play, start date, early access, and more
- October 7
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- UK loses Intel chip factory consideration due to Brexit
- Bungie is Vaulting most of Destiny 2: Forsaken with The Witch Queen update
- A new Feedback portal is coming to Windows, Edge, and Microsoft 365
- Microsoft gives a win to the 'right to repair' crowd [Updated]
- Diablo 4 gets new game director, audio design discussed in quarterly update
- Microsoft Viva is about to expand as a result of Ally.io acquisition
- Microsoft updates Surface app following launch of Pro 8, Go 3, and Laptop Studio
- Xbox Cloud Gaming on TVs is going to change the rules for game discoverability
- 2021 has been dominated by Russian hackers, says Microsoft
- Are people tired of Call of Duty?
- Minecraft: Java Edition Snapshot 21w40a includes more changes to world generation and ore
- Xbox 20th Anniversary controller preorder: Release date and where to buy
- Best Dell Deals: Save on laptops, PCs, XPS & more
- Here's how the new Surface CPUs stack up against older models
- Xbox 20th Anniversary Special Edition controller revealed, coming in November
- Phrozen's Sonic Mini 8K 3D printer sets a new bar for resolutions
- Adobe Photoshop Elements 2022 & Premiere Elements 2022 get even more guided edits and conveniences
- Seagate's new 1TB Xbox Game Drive external USB SSD is now official
- Xbox Series X hardware now powers Xbox Cloud Gaming
- Battlefield 2042 Specialists list of gadgets, traits, and abilities
- Windows 11 showing broken Windows 10 Start menu and Taskbar on some PCs
- Valve made a Steam Deck teardown video, still doesn't recommend taking it apart
- Twitch leak didn't contain user passwords and credit card information
- October 6
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- Microsoft and Pegatron team up for 5G network initiatives
- Windows 11 may hurt gaming performance on Ryzen chips, says AMD
- Yubico will help Windows users use fingerprints instead of passwords
- Windows 11: Much ado about nothing
- Here's how to buy Surface Laptop Studio outside the U.S.
- Nearly 25% of our readers can't upgrade to Windows 11 because of its requirements
- Surface Pro 8 and Go 3 dbrand skins are now available to order
- Surface devices finally have Thunderbolt, and that's a big deal
- Minecraft: Bedrock Edition Beta 1.18.0.20 is the first proper release for 'Caves and Cliffs Update' Part Two
- Microsoft Office 2021: Release date, download, and everything we know so far
- Massive Twitch leak surfaces online including source code and streamer payouts
- The Grounded 'Hot and Hazy Update' adds mountains of new content in October
- Facebook and WhatsApp outage drove 70 million people to Telegram
- Battlefield 2042's beta is filled with bots, and players aren't happy
- All the Windows 11 laptops you can buy right now
- Microsoft Editor now available in Edge Dev and Canary without needing an extension
- Halo: MCC Season 8 begins October 13 on Xbox and PC
- Microsoft Edge Dev now lets you use voice typing in web pages on Windows 11
- AMD, Qualcomm, and Valve work to improve Wi-Fi for gaming on Windows 11
- Far Cry 6's cockfights are hilarious and should be a full game
- Microsoft thanks Insiders for helping shape Windows 11
- Battlefield 2042 servers down as open beta launches in early access
- New World 1.0.1 update patch brings bug fixes, AFK prevention
- October 5
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- Are you upgrading to Windows 11?
- Windows 11 marketing stunts are out of control: Ice cream, skyscrapers, and more
- AndaSeat Navi Edition gaming chair pre-order discounts are live
- Windows 11 memory leaks appear to be less severe than reports indicate
- Razer Book and Blade 15 Advanced launch with Windows 11 onboard
- The final Wasteland 3 DLC, Cult of the Holy Detonation, is now available
- Surface Pro 8 review roundup: Building on a decade of 2-in-1s
- Surface Laptop Studio review roundup: What experts are saying about Microsoft's Surface Book successor
- China can't run Windows 11 because foreign TPM chips are banned
- Don't download the wrong Battlefield 2042 beta on Xbox One, Series X|S
- The 5 best features on Windows 11 right now
- Minecraft Steve and Alex are getting amiibo figures for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
- Back 4 Blood, Destiny 2: Beyond Light on PC, and more come to Xbox Game Pass in October
- Check out our unboxing videos for the Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Pro 8
- OXENFREE II: Lost Signals looks bigger and more ambitious than its predecessor
- Surface Pro 8, Laptop Studio, Go 3 available starting today
- Windows 11 removes these features when upgrading from Windows 10
- List of Windows 11 known bugs and launch issues
- Battlefield 2042 beta schedule: Dates, start time, and when you can play
- Battlefield 2042 beta preloads are now live on all platforms
- October 4
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- The official Windows 11 media creation tool, ISOs, and more are here
- Windows 11 review roundup: Here's what experts are saying about Microsoft's new operating system
- These Halo Infinite-themed Rockstar Energy drinks will keep you in the game
- Here's the story behind the Microsoft Store for Windows 11 and how its creator thinks this time it'll work
- Epic Games' storefront is now live in the new Microsoft Store
- The Acer Aspire Vero is an affordable, eco-friendly Windows 11 PC
- The Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop is back with an RTX 3050 Ti, 17-inch 144Hz screen, and more
- The 2021 Acer Swift 5 is an ultrathin Windows 11 vehicle for on-the-go laptop lovers
- Microsoft announces Windows 11 general availability as global rollout begins
- Windows 11 FAQ: Release date, features, pricing, and everything you need to know
- The DeLorean returns in Forza Horizon 5 — Festival Playlist, Stories, and more detailed in latest stream
- Love and hatred for Windows 11 Start menu remain equal amongst Windows Central readers
- What other games could Mojang Studios make alongside Minecraft?
- Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram all down right now
- Disney Plus app rolls out to Microsoft Store ahead of Windows 11 launch
- Check out the first glimpse of ray tracing on Samsung's Exynos chipset with RDNA 2
- ASUS announces a GeForce RTX 3070 GPU with 25mm thick Noctua PC fans
- This file explorer got a major update just in time for Windows 11
- HyperX unveils Pulsefire Mat RGB mouse pad with two customizable lighting zones
- Microsoft and AMD reportedly partner up to create powerful Arm laptop chip
- October 3
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- October 1
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- Call of Duty Warzone & Cold War Season 6: Release date and everything we know
- The Elder Scrolls Online director discusses the Deadlands expansion, joining team Xbox
- Microsoft Garage Journal app receives Surface Slim Pen 2 haptics support
- Here's why Microsoft hasn't made a 'Surface Go X' … yet
- Xbox Chaturdays 42: Xbox Game Pass subscribers and Metal Gear Solid returning with Destin Legarie
- Microsoft Office 2021 pricing and features have been revealed
- Here's what experts say about Windows 11 and the fate of the local OS
- Expect the gaming PC and monitor markets to keep booming through 2025, says report
- Microsoft details accessibility improvements with Halo Infinite features, Xbox Store tags, and more
- Halo Infinite beta players have unlocked splitscreen multiplayer
- The Halo Infinite beta is live with Big Team Battle
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