Latest about Windows
Microsoft makes the Xbox app on Windows PC much better with a new feature it's been missing since release
By Brendan Lowry published
It's About Time Microsoft has released a new update for the Xbox app on Windows that gives it a feature I've wanted since the software came out.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella enjoys a huge new compensation pay package, while snubbing Windows and Surface in his shareholder address
By Jez Corden published
$atya Nadella It's a sign of the times for Surface and Windows, as AI hype drives the conversation.
An entire YEAR after release for Chromebooks, the Pixel Buds web app now supports Windows and macOS
By Sean Endicott published
at last! You can now control a range of settings on your Pixel Buds through a Windows PC or a Mac.
What are Microsoft Precision touchpads?
By Cale Hunt last updated
Next best thing Ever wonder why we make such a big deal about Microsoft's Precision touchpad drivers? Turns out, they're important when it comes to an optimal laptop experience.
Microsoft reports $64.7 billion FY24 Q4 revenue, the seventh consecutive Surface decline, and big jumps for Xbox and cloud
By Brendan Lowry published
The Numbers Are In Following the conclusion of Microsoft's final quarter in its fiscal year 2024, the firm has released its earnings report.
Best data plans for Windows laptops in 2024
By Cale Hunt published
Data everywhere We've found the best wireless data providers for your 5G laptop, with options for travelers, local users, and those who need unlimited data.
Windows95man has made it through to the finals of Eurovision 2024, and we are cheering him on
By Jennifer Young published
WIN95 FTW Finland submitting bonkers music to Eurovision isn't out of the ordinary, but their latest entrant DJ Windows95man looks like he could work here, and for that he has our support.
In a single month, Xbox took over the PlayStation Store, Microsoft revealed the price of Windows 10 support, and Elon Musk said AI may end humanity
By Sean Endicott published
A month of news! Microsoft stories dripped out all throughout April, and we saw interesting developments in the worlds of Windows, Xbox, and PC gaming. Here are all of the biggest stories from last month.
Next-gen AI PCs are within reach, as ASUS joins Microsoft and Qualcomm to unveil a new Snapdragon X laptop on May 20
By Cale Hunt published
ASUS AI PC AI PCs powered by Qualcomm's ARM-based Snapdragon X platform are expected to revolutionize Windows laptops, and it looks like May 20 will be a huge day with events hosted by ASUS and Microsoft.
An ex-Microsoft OS engineer almost got fired for adding ZIP file support to Windows 30 years ago, but the company has never updated it🫠
By Kevin Okemwa published
ZIP FILE 🤫 Microsoft veteran Dave W. Plummer recently recounted how he added ZIP file support to Windows 30 years ago, and how it almost cost him his job at the tech giant.
Get the Windows Central Newsletter
All the latest news, reviews, and guides for Windows and Xbox diehards.