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“Xbox mode is easily the headline feature”: In May’s Windows 11 update, I walk through the 11 upgrades that change how we use the OS, and why some of them surprised me

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[email protected] (Mauro Huculak)
The May 2026 Windows 11 update adds Xbox mode, AI Taskbar support, and security changes you shouldn't ignore. Here's all you need to know.

A modern desktop screen displays a gaming interface with dashboards, icons, and game selections, set on a sleek desk with a plant, lamp, and keyboard.

Windows 11’s May update adds 11 meaningful improvements across settings, security, and usability.

Your Windows PC's security foundation could expire in 8 weeks — Here's how to check if you're eligible for a new Secure Boot certificate

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[email protected] (Cale Hunt)
Microsoft's original Secure Boot certificates, first issued in 2011, are set to expire in June 2026, effectively leaving your PC in a degraded security state. Here's what you can do to prevent any issues.

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This 4TB SSD hits 7,000MB/s read speeds, perfect for PC gaming — I can't believe it's $914 CHEAPER than normal with a discount not seen at Amazon

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[email protected] (Cale Hunt)
WD_Black's SN7100 is a solid M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD suitable for PC gaming, and although it normally costs more than $1,000 due to the RAMpocalypse, it's now down to just $500 at Best Buy for a limited time. 1TB and 2TB models are also on sale.

A futuristic spiral design features multiple WD_BLACK SN710 NVMe SSDs with 4TB capacity, arranged in layers, emitting a warm glow against a circuit board backdrop.

A futuristic spiral design features multiple WD_BLACK SN710 NVMe SSDs with 4TB capacity, arranged in layers, emitting a warm glow against a circuit board backdrop.

Everything we know about the Forza Horizon 6 Festival Playlist so far

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[email protected] (Richard Devine)
The Festival Playlist is back with Forza Horizon 6 and here's what we know so far, including how PS5 players can catch up on missed rewards.

A promo shot of Forza Horizon 6 showing racing on the streets of Tokyo.

Forza Horizon 6 is almost here, and the weekly content will be available pretty quickly.

Everyone has an opinion on Microsoft’s spending, but the real story is what the numbers say about its position

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[email protected] (Sean Endicott)
Microsoft delivered another strong quarter with results that beat expectations, driven by cloud and AI demand. But an analyst says the key issue is whether Microsoft can turn its rising AI infrastructure spending into long‑term profit.

The Microsoft Copilot app is being displayed on a smartphone, with the Microsoft logo visible in the background, in this photo illustration taken in Brussels, Belgium, on December 30, 2023.

The Microsoft Copilot app is being displayed on a smartphone, with the Microsoft logo visible in the background, in this photo illustration taken in Brussels, Belgium, on December 30, 2023.

Windows 11 KB5083631 update released with major explorer.exe reliability upgrades, AI agent support, Xbox mode, and more

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[email protected] (Zac Bowden)
Windows 11's optional non-security preview update for April 2026 has finally been released, and includes a number of quality of life improvements and changes that are now rolling out.

Windows Update on a Dell XPS laptop

Windows Update on a Dell XPS laptop

Windows Phone 8 is getting a second life thanks to 8Marketplace, patched Twitter app, and more

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Windows Phone 8 is seeing a surprising revival through community efforts like 8Marketplace, which restores app downloads, alongside patched apps that connect to modern services like Bluesky.

Nokia Lumia 735 in orange on grass with autumn leaves

Promotional image for 8Marketplace, giving Windows Phone a new life in 2026.

"I can't go back to flat mice": Logitech MX Vertical ergonomic mouse drops to $74.99

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[email protected] (Sean Endicott)
The Logitech MX Vertical is $45 off at Amazon and remains the ergonomic mouse I rely on for long workdays. Its vertical design keeps your wrist in a natural position, which makes a noticeable difference if you deal with stiffness or strain.

Logitech MX Vertical Mouse

The vertical design of the Logitech MX Vertical allows your hand and wrist to rest at a natural angle.

Microsoft should steal concepts from this Windows redesign project: Envisioning an ad‑free Windows 11 without AI clutter

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[email protected] (Kevin Okemwa)
A "Refining Windows" concept redesign project removes Copilot clutter and ads and overhauls the Start menu and Taskbar in Windows 11.

Refining Windows concept panels designed by Raditya Aryaputra

"Refining Windows" removes Copilot clutter and ads and overhauls the Start menu and Taskbar.

France threw a funeral for Windows 10 — complete with a coffin and chants of Microsoft's "programmed obsolescence"

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[email protected] (Kevin Okemwa)
French activists staged a symbolic funeral for Windows 10, slamming Microsoft’s forced Windows 11 upgrades and planned obsolescence.

Demonstrators stage a protest to denounce the early retirement of 300 million computers, made obsolete by the forced upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11, in front of Microsoft France headquarters

French activists staged a symbolic funeral for Windows 10.

Discord on Windows Phone 7 in 2026? This fan-made app is a surprising moment of revival for a long-forgotten platform

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A fan has brought Discord to Windows Phone 7 using unofficial apps, showcasing ongoing community support for the discontinued platform in 2026.

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Fans bring Discord to Windows Phone 7 using self-made apps.

"We're doing the work required to win back fans across Windows and Xbox": Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says the company is making foundational changes to fix Windows 11 and Xbox

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[email protected] (Zac Bowden)
Satya Nadella has commented on recent announcements around Windows and Xbox that are working to rebuild trust and positive sentiment around its consumer offerings.

Microsoft Logo at Ignite

Microsoft Logo at Ignite

We’ve tested the April 2026 Windows 11 update, and its 11 improvements genuinely make the OS feel better

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[email protected] (Mauro Huculak)
Windows 11 Insider builds for the last half of April 2026 introduce major updates, including Windows Update overhaul, Xbox mode, and Point-in-time Restore.

Futuristic Windows 11 interface with floating translucent panels displaying icons like a check mark, eye, gears, and graphs, conveying a tech-savvy theme.

Windows 11’s April 2026 update delivers 11 improvements focused on performance, polish, and everyday usability.

Razer's PS5 controller also makes for an amazing PC gamepad with TMR analog sticks and 2000Hz Polling Rates — and with this deal, it's a no-brainer

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The Razer Raiju V3 Pro is an expertly crafted gamepad for PC and PlayStation 5 with fast and responsive controls, wide customizability, and a lightweight yet sturdy build. If you fancy this high-end controller, Amazon's currently selling it for a 23% discount for Amazon Gaming Week.

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The Razer Jaiju V3 Pro is a must-have for PS5 and PC players.

"It's something we're working very hard on": Valve promises it's working on a Steam Deck restock after it sold out amid the RAM shortage, but the memory crisis isn't over

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[email protected] (Brendan Lowry)
Steam Deck maker Valve says it's "working very hard" to bring the Steam Deck back in stock, though ongoing RAM shortages are making it difficult to do so.

A Steam Deck OLED handheld gaming console on a solid purple background

The Steam Deck OLED came out in late 2023, and is now the only version of the device that's ever available since the LCD version is no longer in production. OLED Steam Decks have been out of stock for months, however.

ON THIS DAY: Continuum will be built into Windows 10 for Phones, turning your phone into a PC

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[email protected] (Dan Thorp-Lancaster)
11 years ago, Microsoft unveiled Continuum for Windows 10 Mobile—a feature that promised to blur the line between smartphone and desktop PC. By connecting a phone to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse, users could run a desktop-like environment powered entirely by their pocket device. We’re reaching into the Windows Central vaults to revisit the moment Microsoft tried to change how we define a "computer.

Continuum

Continuum

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