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We will try to get this channel running in the coming weeks. We're currently exploring different methods to automate our news postings here, which is challenging.
For now, you can check our Windows Central staff Starter Pack as our team starts to come online: go.bsky.app/8seHmnH
AI demand is exploding and demand for Copilot and Azure AI is outpacing supply
Microsoft’s answer? A $9.7B deal for NVIDIA GPUs.
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Microsoft’s answer? A $9.7B deal for NVIDIA GPUs.
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Microsoft’s $9.7B Copilot cloud gamble shows how fast demand is growing
By renting cutting‑edge GPUs instead of building new data centers, Microsoft avoids delays and stays flexible.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:18 PM
AI demand is exploding and demand for Copilot and Azure AI is outpacing supply
Microsoft’s answer? A $9.7B deal for NVIDIA GPUs.
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Microsoft’s answer? A $9.7B deal for NVIDIA GPUs.
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Need a second screen on the go?
This 15.6‑inch portable monitor is down to just $60 for this "limited time" deal on Amazon.
Get it before it's gone. buff.ly/5Bnuk4V
This 15.6‑inch portable monitor is down to just $60 for this "limited time" deal on Amazon.
Get it before it's gone. buff.ly/5Bnuk4V
This highly-rated 15.6-inch portable monitor is now just $60 — courtesy of an early Black Friday deal that will last until the weekend
The KYY Portable Monitor is a solid budget monitor built with 1080p FHD resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, a lightweight build for easy portability, and many more desirable features for casual PC users…
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November 11, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Need a second screen on the go?
This 15.6‑inch portable monitor is down to just $60 for this "limited time" deal on Amazon.
Get it before it's gone. buff.ly/5Bnuk4V
This 15.6‑inch portable monitor is down to just $60 for this "limited time" deal on Amazon.
Get it before it's gone. buff.ly/5Bnuk4V
The cheapest way to play high-end AAA games in 2025 might be on this budget mini-PC.
It was designed for office work, but Beelink offers everything you need for modern cloud gaming at a discount (with a catch).
It was designed for office work, but Beelink offers everything you need for modern cloud gaming at a discount (with a catch).
Forget expensive gaming desktops, this mini PC runs AAA titles in the cloud for less (with a catch)
Don't have the budget for a dedicated gaming PC? No problem. This mini-PC lets you cheat your way into AAA gaming in the cloud with savings from an Amazon Prime membership.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:34 PM
The cheapest way to play high-end AAA games in 2025 might be on this budget mini-PC.
It was designed for office work, but Beelink offers everything you need for modern cloud gaming at a discount (with a catch).
It was designed for office work, but Beelink offers everything you need for modern cloud gaming at a discount (with a catch).
I spend more time than the average person setting up fresh Windows 11 installations, so here's a quick list of the first seven apps I ALWAYS put on any PC.
(They're all free)
(They're all free)
The 7 apps I always install first on a Windows 11 PC — and they're all FREE
In a job like this, you spend more time than most setting up Windows 11 devices, and these are the first apps I have to install.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:33 PM
I spend more time than the average person setting up fresh Windows 11 installations, so here's a quick list of the first seven apps I ALWAYS put on any PC.
(They're all free)
(They're all free)
Microsoft was seemingly restricted from pursuing AGI on its own through 2030.
Now, under a new, definitive agreement, the tech giant is pursuing its wildest dreams: "Microsoft needs to be self-sufficient in AI."
Now, under a new, definitive agreement, the tech giant is pursuing its wildest dreams: "Microsoft needs to be self-sufficient in AI."
OpenAI may have just handed Microsoft the keys to the AI kingdom — CEO Mustafa Suleyman wants to "be self-sufficient"
Microsoft can now pursue AGI independently from OpenAI or in collaboration with third parties.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Microsoft was seemingly restricted from pursuing AGI on its own through 2030.
Now, under a new, definitive agreement, the tech giant is pursuing its wildest dreams: "Microsoft needs to be self-sufficient in AI."
Now, under a new, definitive agreement, the tech giant is pursuing its wildest dreams: "Microsoft needs to be self-sufficient in AI."
These steps will help you familiarize yourself with the Windows Recall app and learn how to search and manage settings on your Windows 11 PC.
Give your Copilot+ PC a secure photographic memory!
Give your Copilot+ PC a secure photographic memory!
How to get started with Windows Recall on Windows 11 and give your Copilot+ PC a secure photographic memory
Here's everything you need to know to get started using Recall on Windows 11.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:16 PM
These steps will help you familiarize yourself with the Windows Recall app and learn how to search and manage settings on your Windows 11 PC.
Give your Copilot+ PC a secure photographic memory!
Give your Copilot+ PC a secure photographic memory!
Helldivers 2 is booming on Xbox and boosting PlayStation’s bottom line, but Destiny 2’s sharp drop in engagement has left Sony with a costly headache.
Helldivers 2 is a "huge success" while Destiny 2 falls short — Sony's expectations of Bungie don't magically equate to revenue
Helldivers 2 is booming on Xbox and boosting PlayStation’s bottom line, but Destiny 2’s sharp drop in engagement has left Sony with a costly headache.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Helldivers 2 is booming on Xbox and boosting PlayStation’s bottom line, but Destiny 2’s sharp drop in engagement has left Sony with a costly headache.
A new report suggests that OpenAI spends approximately $15 million per day on its Sora video app, generating mostly 'AI slop'.
Bill Gates already warned Satya Nadella against "burning billions" in the ChatGPT maker.
Bill Gates already warned Satya Nadella against "burning billions" in the ChatGPT maker.
OpenAI reportedly hemorrhages $15 million/day on AI slop videos — after Bill Gates warned Satya Nadella against "burning billions" in the ChatGPT maker
Despite broad adoption, OpenAI is reportedly set to spend approximately $5 billion on generative video with Sora AI.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:06 PM
A new report suggests that OpenAI spends approximately $15 million per day on its Sora video app, generating mostly 'AI slop'.
Bill Gates already warned Satya Nadella against "burning billions" in the ChatGPT maker.
Bill Gates already warned Satya Nadella against "burning billions" in the ChatGPT maker.
Microsoft has halted the rollout of a new feature for the File Explorer that would show recommended files in large thumbnails at the top of the Home tab buff.ly/7fAGhf7
Microsoft hits the breaks on Windows 11 File Explorer 'recommended files' feature
The latest optional non-security preview update for Windows 11 introduced a new recommended files feature, which Microsoft has now pulled.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Microsoft has halted the rollout of a new feature for the File Explorer that would show recommended files in large thumbnails at the top of the Home tab buff.ly/7fAGhf7
Govt IT motto: ‘Better late than never.’
The UK spent £312M moving to Windows 10… right as Microsoft pulled the plug🤦♂️
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The UK spent £312M moving to Windows 10… right as Microsoft pulled the plug🤦♂️
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Good job: UK govt spent £312M upgrading to Windows 10 before support ended
Defra moved tens of thousands of PCs to Windows 10 — just as Microsoft retired the OS.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Govt IT motto: ‘Better late than never.’
The UK spent £312M moving to Windows 10… right as Microsoft pulled the plug🤦♂️
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The UK spent £312M moving to Windows 10… right as Microsoft pulled the plug🤦♂️
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🖥️We gave Alienware's dual-mode 4K gaming monitor 4.5⭐ out of 5 for good reason, and now it's finally on sale.
Here's why we love it: buff.ly/blzD866
Here's why we love it: buff.ly/blzD866
Dell's dual-mode 4K Alienware gaming monitor finally gets a price cut, which is why we love it even more
Cutting‑edge panel tech, high refresh rates, and HDR visuals make this gaming monitor feel futuristic — but its price just dropped to Earth, now that it's $100 cheaper
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November 10, 2025 at 2:42 PM
🖥️We gave Alienware's dual-mode 4K gaming monitor 4.5⭐ out of 5 for good reason, and now it's finally on sale.
Here's why we love it: buff.ly/blzD866
Here's why we love it: buff.ly/blzD866
Windows 11 is trying to be a friendly town for everyone.
But pros want their own lane.
Could a Pro Mode fix it?🤔
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But pros want their own lane.
Could a Pro Mode fix it?🤔
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Ex‑Microsoft engineer: Windows needs a Pro Mode
Windows doesn’t really suck — it just needs a streamlined Pro Mode for power users.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Windows 11 is trying to be a friendly town for everyone.
But pros want their own lane.
Could a Pro Mode fix it?🤔
buff.ly/9RJzQ9r
But pros want their own lane.
Could a Pro Mode fix it?🤔
buff.ly/9RJzQ9r
Microsoft looks to be building a haptic response feature into the Windows 11 UI, which will provide subtle vibrations when you perform actions like snapping app windows.
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Windows 11 might be getting iPhone-like haptic responses when doing things like snapping app windows
A new setting has been discovered in the latest Windows 11 preview builds that reveals Microsoft is working on bringing haptic feedback responses to the OS.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Microsoft looks to be building a haptic response feature into the Windows 11 UI, which will provide subtle vibrations when you perform actions like snapping app windows.
www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/wi...
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ARC Raiders captures the essence of what makes an extraction shooter great while refining its gameplay in ways that will benefit both the newer and veteran audiences of the genre.
⭐⭐⭐⭐½
⭐⭐⭐⭐½
ARC Raiders is the perfect extraction shooter and 2025's best multiplayer game — Nothing else compares
ARC Raiders captures the essence of what makes an extraction shooter great while refining its gameplay in ways that will benefit both the newer and veteran audiences of the genre.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:49 PM
ARC Raiders captures the essence of what makes an extraction shooter great while refining its gameplay in ways that will benefit both the newer and veteran audiences of the genre.
⭐⭐⭐⭐½
⭐⭐⭐⭐½
Xbox is preparing for its next-gen with a ton of new features for game developers.
Here's how the October 2025 GDK will boost Xbox Play Anywhere:
Here's how the October 2025 GDK will boost Xbox Play Anywhere:
Xbox is preparing for next-gen with a ton of new Xbox GDK dev features — here's what's new
The next-gen Xbox is set to be more PC-like than ever, and the Xbox Development Kit is about to reflect that with a slew of new features.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Xbox is preparing for its next-gen with a ton of new features for game developers.
Here's how the October 2025 GDK will boost Xbox Play Anywhere:
Here's how the October 2025 GDK will boost Xbox Play Anywhere:
One week after another, ARC Raiders continues to prove to the gaming community just how great it truly is, toppling even DICE's Battlefield 6 player counts.
Breakthrough 'extract shooter' ARC Raiders crushes its own Steam player records — toppling even Battlefield 6
One week after another, ARC Raiders continues to prove to the gaming community just how great it truly is.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:28 PM
One week after another, ARC Raiders continues to prove to the gaming community just how great it truly is, toppling even DICE's Battlefield 6 player counts.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is launching on Xbox this week alongside some cozy indie games, a Roman city builder, and more!
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launches on Game Pass alongside cozy indies — all the new Xbox games arriving this week (Nov. 10-16)
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is launching this week alongside some cozy indie games, a Roman city builder, and more.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is launching on Xbox this week alongside some cozy indie games, a Roman city builder, and more!
The ROG Xbox Ally is essentially a beta test for a next-gen Xbox console — but what else is Microsoft working on for handhelds?
Here's what we know is coming to the Xbox Ally in 2026 👇
Here's what we know is coming to the Xbox Ally in 2026 👇
Xbox Ally 2026 update roadmap — Improvements for gaming on Windows 11 and next-gen Xbox in detail
The Xbox Ally is pretty decent out of the box, but there's a lot to fix up and improve. Here's what we know is coming for the Xbox Ally in 2026, which also offers a glimpse at the next-gen Xbox, too.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:14 PM
The ROG Xbox Ally is essentially a beta test for a next-gen Xbox console — but what else is Microsoft working on for handhelds?
Here's what we know is coming to the Xbox Ally in 2026 👇
Here's what we know is coming to the Xbox Ally in 2026 👇
Is your slow work laptop stressing you out?
This workhorse from Dell is the rock-solid, no-nonsense upgrade you deserve.
This workhorse from Dell is the rock-solid, no-nonsense upgrade you deserve.
Dell offers a no-nonsense workhorse laptop for the office and WFH with rock-solid performance — don't wait for Black Friday
It may not have any fancy gimmicks like RGB lighting or the best screen in the world, but if all you care about is essential specs purely for work, then the Dell 14 Plus will get the job done
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November 10, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Is your slow work laptop stressing you out?
This workhorse from Dell is the rock-solid, no-nonsense upgrade you deserve.
This workhorse from Dell is the rock-solid, no-nonsense upgrade you deserve.
Small PC, big fun.
These top controllers 🎮 make mini PC gaming 🖥️smooth and responsive.
These top controllers 🎮 make mini PC gaming 🖥️smooth and responsive.
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November 9, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Small PC, big fun.
These top controllers 🎮 make mini PC gaming 🖥️smooth and responsive.
These top controllers 🎮 make mini PC gaming 🖥️smooth and responsive.
8,000Hz polling. Zero compromises.
Razer’s Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC is pure unfair advantage.
Our latest REVIEW:
Razer’s Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC is pure unfair advantage.
Our latest REVIEW:
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November 9, 2025 at 3:34 PM
8,000Hz polling. Zero compromises.
Razer’s Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC is pure unfair advantage.
Our latest REVIEW:
Razer’s Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC is pure unfair advantage.
Our latest REVIEW:
Stop browsing the old way. Edge’s AI tools (Copilot, Journeys, Actions) make research, planning, and multitasking effortless.
Here's how to use them:
Here's how to use them:
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November 9, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Stop browsing the old way. Edge’s AI tools (Copilot, Journeys, Actions) make research, planning, and multitasking effortless.
Here's how to use them:
Here's how to use them:
Mini PCs are small, but the risks are big.
Don’t fall for scams or weak hardware.
❌7 common mistakes to avoid when buying a mini PC: buff.ly/teDXm3G
Don’t fall for scams or weak hardware.
❌7 common mistakes to avoid when buying a mini PC: buff.ly/teDXm3G
7 common mistakes to avoid when buying a mini PC — keep yourself safe and get the computer that does what you actually want
There are a lot of shady mini PCs and sellers out there. Here's how you can get a small computer you can count on.
www.windowscentral.com
November 9, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Mini PCs are small, but the risks are big.
Don’t fall for scams or weak hardware.
❌7 common mistakes to avoid when buying a mini PC: buff.ly/teDXm3G
Don’t fall for scams or weak hardware.
❌7 common mistakes to avoid when buying a mini PC: buff.ly/teDXm3G