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Microsoft is bringing Bluetooth audio sharing to Windows 11

Windows 11 is adding shared audio, letting your PC stream sound to two Bluetooth devices at once without any splitter or workaround. The feature runs on Bluetooth LE Audio and is currently in preview on select Copilot+ PCs, marking a small but useful upgrade for shared watching, gaming, and listening.
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Windows 11’s new Start menu begins rolling out, and it’s more flexible than ever

Microsoft has started rolling out Windows 11’s revamped Start menu, featuring grid and category views, a bigger "All apps" list, and a slimmer taskbar with animated thumbnails and battery percentage. The KB5067036 update is optional now and will reach more users soon.
Asus Chromebook CX14

Why I wouldn’t install Windows on a Chromebook

Windows can run on a Chromebook, but that doesn’t mean it should as performance and support trade-offs are too steep.
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Windows 11’s Search box gets Copy & Search, saving you time and clicks

Windows 11’s new Copy & Search cuts a step from everyday lookups. Copy text, tap a paste gleam in the taskbar search box, and your query appears instantly.
Halo Campaign Evolved Coming to PlayStation and Xbox

Halo on PlayStation 5 opts for love instead of console wars

When Halo: Campaign Evolved launches on PlayStation 5 in 2026 alongside Xbox and PC, it will mark one of gaming’s most symbolically seismic moments: a flagship Xbox-exclusive franchise going multi-platform. Beyond the visuals and gameplay enhancements, this move signals a broader shift that the console wars are over, and the new battleground is ecosystem reach.
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Its game over for risky titles as Xbox chases 30 per cent profits

Microsoft is pushing its Xbox division to hit 30% profit margins, sparking cancellations, layoffs, and rising prices. The shift prioritizes financial performance over creative risks as Xbox redefines its future.
Utilizing the AI-powered Copilot in Microsoft Edge.

Edge’s Copilot Mode now helps you handle mundane tasks and pick up where you left off

Microsoft Edge's Copilot Mode is now widely available with two new experimental features: Copilot Actions and Journeys.
Sarah Bond stands near an Xbox logo during the Xbox Games Showcase.

Xbox goes elite as Microsoft’s next-gen console aims for PC-level power

Microsoft is reimagining the future of gaming with its next-generation Xbox — a high-end, PC-like console built for performance, flexibility, and cloud connectivity. But with premium power comes a premium price.
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Samsung’s prepping its iCloud rival to lock you further into the Galaxy ecosystem

Samsung is set to revive its cloud storage platform with new paid tiers, challenging iCloud and Google Drive.
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My top 3 reasons why you should buy a Copilot AI PC, and 3 why you shouldn’t

With Copilot+ PCs, what you get is snappy performance, loads of aI perks, and solid battery life. But there are a few hiccups with privacy concerns and non-conformity with power user needs.
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Everything new in Windows 11 right now, from image edits in File Explorer to Gaming Copilot in Game Bar

Windows 11’s October update brings quick AI image fixes in File Explorer, a cleaner multi-board Widgets experience, stronger Narrator tools, and Gaming Copilot in Game Bar, with more improvements testing now in Microsoft’s Insider builds.
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Microsoft empowers Windows 11 with voice-controlled Copilot AI assistant

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update introduces AI-powered Copilot features, allowing users to perform tasks through voice or text.
Picture of the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X.

ROG Xbox Ally handhelds go on sale with a side serving of AI for gaming

Microsoft and ASUS enter handheld gaming with the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at $599.99 and $999.99, respectively.
Microsoft Copilot in action in Windows 11 Sample 1.

Microsoft hopes you get work done on Windows 11 PCs by simply talking to Copilot

Microsoft wants Copilot to control your PC and actually get work done with just voice. And with Copilot Actions, the AI agent can interact with your local files and handle chores.
Microsoft Hey Copilot voice command

Something big is coming to Windows 11, and it sounds like voice

Microsoft has a Windows reveal slated for Thursday, October 16, and signs point to voice. With Voice Access upgrades and Copilot tests in the wild, a hands-off push looks imminent, though specifics remain unconfirmed.
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Microsoft AI debuts its Nano Banana rival, and it’s already a top text-to-image model

Microsoft’s first homegrown image model, MAI-Image-1, debuts in LMArena’s top 10. It aims for usable, lifelike results at a quick clip and is headed to Copilot and Bing Image Creator.
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Copilot plays catch-up with Gemini and ChatGPT, just in time for school

Copilot now has a Study and Learn mode that acts like a patient tutor, tracks your progress, and even turns your notes into quick practice sets, just in time for the new school term.
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Browser subscriptions are here, and it’s the only one I don’t regret paying for

I've used every web browser that now offers AI-powered enhancements for $20 per month, and I can easily recommend them based on the sheer amount of convenience they have to offer in return.
Google Drive, iCloud, and OneDrive are open on a PC monitor.

Microsoft’s new Word tests are a direct threat to Google Docs

Word’s testing a new default that saves fresh documents to OneDrive with autosave active. It’s convenient and good for recovery, but it also nudges more files into the cloud unless you opt out.
Creating documents with Copilot.

Microsoft Copilot AI makes it a cakewalk to create documents in Office

Microsoft's Copilot AI can now create Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PDFs, or PowerPoint presentations with just a natural language command.
Copilot actions in Microsoft OneDrive.

Microsoft OneDrive now lets you talk to your files, and do a whole lot more

Microsoft OneDrive is deeply integrating Copilot AI for a wide range of tasks, from summarizing their contents to asking contextual questions.
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Microsoft officially scraps the Xbox Game Pass discount on DLC purchases

Microsoft has officially confirmed the scrapping of the Xbox Game Pass discount on DLC purchases.
Windows 11 Dark Mode

Windows 11 finally fixes last light themes in File Explorer dark mode

File Explorer’s dialogs now match the theme, from progress bars to replace-or-skip prompts.
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Windows 11 is set to force online setup, but one loophole still works for local install

Microsoft removes local-only Windows setup in latest Insider Preview, but an age check trick could help you out.
Xbox Game Pass page on a laptop.

Microsoft could bring free streaming to Xbox Game Pass, with a vexing caveat

In the coming months, Microsoft will reportedly launch a free version of Xbox cloud game streaming that will likely play a pre-roll ad lasting two minutes and sessions lasting up to one hour.
Google Drive, iCloud, and OneDrive are open on a PC monitor.

Leaked Windows 11 app could be the file and photo management tool you’ve been waiting for

A dedicated OneDrive app has been spotted in a leak direct from Microsoft's servers.
Agent Mode in Office for Excel.

Microsoft makes it even easier to cheat at your job with AI agents in Office

Thanks to Agent Mode in Excel and Docs, all you have to do is describe the task at hand, and you will have a well-formatted and aptly edited document at your disposal.
A man playing the ROG Xbox Ally X.

Xbox ROG Ally pre-orders finally open, and you’re not going to like the price

Microsoft has opened pre-orders for its Xbox handheld console. The ROG Xbox Ally costs $599.99, while the ROG Xbox Ally X will set you back by a cool $999.99 in the US market.
A man playing the ROG Xbox Ally X.

Xbox unifies your gaming library across PC and handhelds

A new Xbox app brings games, stores, saves, and history together in one place
Google app experience on Windows.

Google brings the Spotlight fun to Windows PCs with extra goodies

Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? Maybe, but you can realistically experience the Spotlight fun on Windows PCs now, thanks to Google.
A Spiritborn fights enemies in Diablo 4.

More than 450 Diablo developers form a union to combat industry conditions

Even more video game workers have banded together to form a union to fight for better working conditions and job security.
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Microsoft Copilot vs ChatGPT: which AI companion should you be using?

If you're not sure which AI companion to use, we've compared two of the most popular options.
A man playing the ROG Xbox Ally X.

We know when the ROG Xbox Ally X will hit store shelves, but the price tag is still a mystery

We know when you can grab a ROG Xbox Ally X, but still don't know the official price.
Windows 11 and Windows 10 operating system logos are displayed on laptop screens.

California man sues Microsoft to keep Windows 10 running until usage falls below 10%

Can this lawsuit set a precedent on how big tech handles software transitions?
A laptop running Windows 11.

Microsoft Windows: Everything you need to know

From the latest version of Windows and the features you need to know, to the future of the operating system
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New biodegradable fiber tech helps with e-waste

What’s happened? Researchers from Seoul National University, led by Professor Seung-Kyun Kang and Dr. Jae-Young Baehave developed a groundbreaking biodegradable fiber that could revolutionize textile electronics, tackling the growing e-waste problem. This eco-friendly material, detailed in a July 2025 study published in npj Flexible Electronics, degrades naturally without harming the environment, unlike traditional electronic textiles […]
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If the leaks are true, ROG Xbox Ally’s price could be anything but an ally

Accidentally-leaked prices suggest the ROG Xbox Ally could be more of a blow to the wallet than expected.
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I found the best Prime Day deal on a tablet hidden beyond Amazon

If you're enamored by tablets, but hold back due to their functional limitations, you can put your faith in the Surfacw Pro 12-inch at an unbeatable price.