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Microsoft accidentally made a better Surface by failing its own AI requirements

Microsoft’s new 8GB Surface models fall short of the hardware requirements needed to bear the Copilot+ PC badge. But by missing that mark, the budget machines ship with a lighter version of Windows 11.

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"The 'AI Stigma' is real and severely punishes developers": A new study shows how much using AI in games hurts sales, and the numbers are hard to believe

A new study from Game Oracle demonstrates the negative effects the use of AI can have on sales (and reputation). There's a lot to unpack here, but the main message is resounding: we're not yet ready for the future of gaming.

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"Nintendo will not be challenged at all" — Surging prices have damaged the PC gaming handheld market, and our readers did not hold back

PC gaming handhelds are getting so good at a time when component prices are so high, creating a real dilemma. Our readers here at Windows Central have a lot to say about the matter, with a large focus on Nintendo now being free to reign with Switch and Switch 2.

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"We’re always conscious of the past and keeping that legacy," — I went to the Diablo Infernal Symphony and talked to the team behind 30 years of music

An exclusive look at the music behind the 30-year legacy of Diablo and the magic of the Infernal Symphony.

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The Rogue V4 shows Razer growing up: a backpack that balances durability, comfort, and style without leaning on loud gamer aesthetics

I thought a $110 bag was a bit ridiculous. Then Razer’s hyper-engineered Rogue V4 converted me.

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Subscription gaming is inching toward a world where players own nothing at all

Anti-piracy DRM solutions like Denuvo don't do a great job at stopping illegal sharing, and the gaming industry is surely looking at alternatives. Rather than technological, I think the answer is contractual. I break down the history of game piracy and where I think it's headed next.

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I think I just found the best VR headset for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 — it's so light and comfortable, but it's pricey

One way to up the immersion in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 or iRacing is to use a VR headset. And I think I just found the best one.

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You can buy an Xbox Series X, PS5, and Switch 2 for less than the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ — It feels to me like the handheld PC gaming era is over

MSI's new Claw 8 EX AI+ is a beauty with the best performance I've ever seen in a gaming handheld, but at $1,799, gamers can get a whole lot more value elsewhere. Like, say, three modern consoles.

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I tried Bus Simulator 27 on PC, and it's a super relaxing game... Until it just isn't

Bus Simulator 27 could be a seriously chilled out game to play if its new demo is anything to go by, but there's still work that needs to be done.

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It's STILL a terrible time to buy a Surface, but it's not just Microsoft's fault

The new Surface Pro 12 and Surface Laptop 8 highlight why Surface prices look bad even among skyrocketing premium prices.

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The best Snapdragon X2 Elite laptop yet: HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is the prettiest Windows laptop we've tested this year

HP's best looking laptop yet features the latest silicon from Qualcomm, paired with a best-in-class OLED display, phenomenal keyboard and trackpad, and all day battery life.

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"My jaw dropped": Dell just launched its new $599 XPS 13, and I don't think the Windows 11 laptop market will ever be the same

Dell's new XPS 13, which was just unveiled at Computex, is now available to buy. Prices start at $599 for students and $699 for everyone else, and I'd say it sets a new bar for what affordable Windows 11 PCs should look like.

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Why Xbox (and others) are considering the role of "ads" on console — it's more complicated than simple "greed," unfortunately

Even before the current memory crisis and various other crises, the volume of players spending literally *nothing* on consoles like Xbox and PlayStation is increasing. When you're selling hardware at a loss, that's a problem.

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Xbox exec clarifies that Netflix-style in-game ads that interrupt gameplay would be a bad idea, actually

"Ads should be used to offer more affordable alternatives alongside today's ad-free experiences"

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GPUs are still shipping at a frantic rate despite market pressure — I didn't expect Intel to post the only growth

New findings from Jon Peddie Research indicate that GPU shipments held strong in Q1 2026, but there's more to the story than just a flat market.

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Inside Xbox's margin crush: A string of misses at Xbox Game Studios, misguided Game Pass decisions, and the memory rout at its core

Microsoft's gaming division is facing a margin crisis, although not in a vacuum. The entire industry is struggling to figure out a healthy path forward in a universe where memory has become scarce.

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I just started Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and I already see why everyone gets a flight stick for it — so here's what I'm getting and why

I've just got into Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and it's already clear how much value even a budget flight stick is to the experience. Here's what I'm getting and why.

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"Not only viable but quite enjoyable": I used Windows 11 with 8GB of RAM to see if it's as bad as everyone says

I'm seeing a lot of negativity recently about running Windows 11 on 8GB of RAM, so I thought I'd test it out myself to see what the experience is really like. Here's what I found out.

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Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader secures another amazing DLC expansion — if you enjoy playing as a Heretic, rejoice, because this DLC has made it more rewarding

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader has released its 3rd DLC expansion, The Infinite Museion, adding over a dozen hours of new storylines, a new companion, and drastic gameplay additions and changes that make the entire game more enjoyable, especially for players who enjoy Heretical playthroughs.

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I tried Windows 11's new customizable Start menu: I'm shocked at how much control Microsoft is finally giving us

Windows 11 is getting a new customizable Start menu, and I've gone hands-on to see just how configurable it is.

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3 features the Surface Laptop needs to borrow from the Surface Laptop Ultra

The Surface Laptop Ultra shows what Microsoft can achieve at the high end, and several of its features could make the standard Surface Laptop a stronger option for everyday users.

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Dell XPS 13 (2026) vs. MacBook Neo: The XPS wins in more categories than you’d expect

Dell's new XPS 13 for 2026, announced at Computex, is the new best competition for the MacBook Neo. But how exactly do the two laptops compare? I break things down to help discover where the XPS fills in the Neo's blind spots.

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Windows just had an amazing week: Between silicon, devices, and OS improvements, I am excited to be a Windows user again

Great, affordable Windows laptops, powerful high-end silicon, platform improvements, and more came together this week to send a message: Windows is back.

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Acer Swift Air 14 is the first Acer in years that I actually might want to use: Another $699 Windows laptop trades blows with MacBook Neo

Acer’s new affordable clamshell laptop is beautiful and high-quality in most of the areas that count, all for $699.

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Xbox's CEO just defined her mission: "My mandate is not 30% accountability margins, it’s to be the number one."

It seems the historically high profit margins no longer apply to the new CEO.

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