Microsoft CEO to testify in Musk–OpenAI trial | Windows
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is expected to take the stand on Monday in Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI, where he will be questioned about internal emails that allegedly show how…
Read moreMicrosoft brings Refresh & Print back to Windows 11 File Explorer right-click, plus readable file sizes for Details view | Windows
Windows 11 replaced the legacy context menu (right-click), which was not only faster but also far more powerful, with a modern counterpart. The modern context menu isn’t in a terrible…
Read moreSony’s $565M Bungie hit has me wondering what’s next — Destiny 2 feels strained, and Marathon’s future suddenly looks fragile | Windows
I stopped checking Marathon’s Steam charts within a week of it coming out, not because I wanted to see the game fail or anything, but because I got caught up…
Read more“Apple does this and y’all love it” — Microsoft fights back over claims its performance boost is lazy | Windows
Summary Windows K2 aims to fix major Windows pain points in 2026 by improving the existing OS. Low Latency Profile briefly boosts CPU to reduce launch lag – critics call…
Read moreXbox posts the Forza Horizon 6 launch trailer a week before its Early Access release date — I love this tribute to a beloved racer the series partnered with | Windows
Microsoft and Xbox have several high-profile first-party releases coming in 2026, ranging from Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day to the long-awaited Fable reboot. A title that has…
Read moreMicrosoft denies Windows 11 CPU boost trick is a lazy fix, says Apple does this and you love it | Windows
Microsoft VP Scott Hanselman defends the Windows 11 Low Latency Profile on social media Windows Latest recently tested Windows 11’s hidden Low Latency Profile feature, proving that it is an…
Read moreWinhanced just made the Xbox app feel outdated on handheld gaming PCs, and I can’t believe how much smoother it is | Windows
Now, this is really aimed at anyone using a handheld gaming PC or those who want a more console-like experience on PC with a controller. Winhanced acts as an almost…
Read moreMicrosoft Confirms KB5083769 Breaks Macrium and Acronis Backups | Windows
TL;DR Confirmed Regression: Microsoft says April’s KB5083769 update may break image-mount operations in Macrium Reflect, Acronis, UrBackup Server, and NinjaOne Backup on patched Windows machines. Driver Blocklist: The April 14,…
Read moreMicrosoft is giving away $1 million to Bing users, and that says everything about Google’s monopoly | Windows
Microsoft’s 1 million USD sweepstakes rewards is still live and ending soon If you have searched with Bing recently, you might have noticed a pop-up banner at the top-right of…
Read moreMake the upgrade to Windows 11 Pro — on sale for $9.97 | Windows
TL;DR: A lifetime license for Microsoft Windows 11 Pro is on sale for $9.97 (reg. $199). If you’re still running Windows 10, here’s the deal – Microsoft pulled the plug…
Read moreLenovo Yoga Slim 7x review: A top Windows choice for students | Windows
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Read more“You had lightning in a bottle and decided to pry the lid off yourself”: Helldivers 2 reviews crash to ‘Mostly Negative’ on Steam after controversial update and AMA, Arrowhead responds | Windows
While Arrowhead Game Studios’ Xbox, PC, and PS5 PvE co-op shooter Helldivers 2 is still going strong over two years after its release in early 2024, it’s experienced several pendulum…
Read moreMicrosoft confirms new features coming to Outlook and Outlook Classic in May 2026 | Windows
In May 2026, Microsoft is preparing to roll out several new features for Outlook (new) and Outlook Classic. The list of new features includes teammates’ calendars sync in the navigation…
Read moreI left Windows for Linux, but Microsoft’s K2 pivot just gave me a reason to reconsider | Windows
I’m not usually one to have faith in Microsoft. Even back when Windows was my primary driver, my attitude toward Microsoft’s plans was nonchalance at its best and distaste at…
Read more“We want a real voice”: Why developers at Double Fine are launching a union effort and what it signals for the wider Xbox ecosystem | Windows
For those unfamiliar with Double Fine, the studio is best known for creating Psychonauts back in 2005. Microsoft later acquired the studio in 2019, and it went on to release…
Read moreMicrosoft, Google and xAI will let the government test their AI models before launch | News | Windows
(CNN) — Google, Microsoft and xAI will share unreleased versions of their AI models with the government to curb cybersecurity threats, the National Institute of Standards and Technology announced. The…
Read more“62% won’t pay $70 anymore”: Gen Z’s shift toward Xbox Game Pass has me rethinking how we buy video games and subscriptions | Windows
Xbox Game Pass is always a hot topic. You either love it, hate it, or maybe you’re even jealous of it(?) I quite like it, although perhaps I’ve been brainwashed…
Read moreMicrosoft Wants You Back. These 10 Broken Windows Apps Say Otherwise | Windows
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says the company is focusing on its consumer products and “doing the foundational work required to win back fans.” If the company is serious about this…
Read moreXbox’s most underrated co‑op shooter gets a surprise sequel, and its 4‑player bug‑hunt vibe has me very excited | Windows
On May 7, 2026, IGN, in an exclusive world-first reveal, premiered a trailer for Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, an upcoming co-op horde shooter set within the Alien franchise. This game…
Read moreMicrosoft’s Xbox architect Jason Ronald says we’ll see more of Project Helix “later this year” — we’ll know more about the next Xbox console before long | Windows
First reported on late last year and then revealed officially in March after the new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stepped into Phil Spencer’s shoes as he retired, the next Xbox…
Read moreBroadcom reportedly won’t build OpenAI’s custom chip unless Microsoft buys 40 percent of them | Windows
OpenAI’s plan to build its own AI chip is hitting funding snags. The first phase with chip designer Broadcom costs around 18 billion dollars, according to The Information. Broadcom won’t…
Read more“Too many of us are eager to take Xbox for granted”: Despite sentiment online and fears for the future — I’ve never been happier and more satisfied to be an Xbox gamer. | Windows
It’s a strange time to be an Xbox fan. After two or more years of self-defeating decisions, Xbox is at a cross roads. Phil Spencer’s tenure has ended, with new…
Read moreIranian cyber group MuddyWater exploits Microsoft Teams to steal credentials | Windows
The latest detected campaign once again puts the spotlight on MuddyWater, a well-known cybercriminal group linked to Iran that now uses the Microsoft platform to infiltrate corporate networks, steal credentials,…
Read moreMicrosoft is upgrading Windows 11 touchpad with four new gestures | Windows
Today, Microsoft released a brand new batch of Windows 11 Insider Preview builds across all of its active testing channels, with some Builds getting a huge touchpad upgrade. The May…
Read moreThe all-new Xbox achievement update is rolling out now to everyone — here’s what’s changed | Windows
Back in April, my colleague Brendan Lowry covered an exciting new Insider update where Xbox revealed it was finally giving achievements a bit of a refresh. Now, a full month…
Read moreThis $30 Microsoft Office Pro 2021 deal keeps things simple on Windows | Windows
Not every computer needs a whole new workflow. In fact, sometimes all it needs is Office. That is really what this $29.97 Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows deal (reg….
Read moreWindows 11’s iconic system sounds may be getting a refresh, Microsoft drops a hint | Windows
Windows 11 might soon sound a lot different. While Microsoft has spent the last few months aggressively fixing under-the-hood performance issues and refining the looks of the operating system, it…
Read moreMicrosoft teases a new Xbox dashboard UI for console and PC — it’s got fewer ads, and takes inspiration from Xbox Cloud Gaming too | Windows
Much of the conversation surrounding Xbox and how Microsoft and the new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma plan to strengthen the brand moving forward has been centered around the upcoming console-PC…
Read moreMicrosoft May Shelve 2030 Clean Energy Target Amid AI Power Consumption Growth | Windows
Microsoft is reportedly reconsidering parts of its 2030 clean energy strategy, including its ambitious goal to match 100% of its electricity use with carbon-free energy on an hourly basis, Bloomberg…
Read more“We have to sweat every single detail”: Microsoft’s Xbox CEO Asha Sharma vows to deliver Xbox updates every two weeks to “fix the fundamentals on console and PC” in 2026 | Windows
Since Asha Sharma stepped up as the CEO of Xbox after Phil Spencer retired in February, one of her core focuses has been reinforcing the core of the brand with…
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