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Programmed obsolescence? Microsoft is offering trade-in and recycling services for old PCs as Windows 10 nears its end of life

Microsoft is offering users alternatives to rising e-waste concerns, including options to trade in or recycle old PCs as Windows 10 approaches its end of life.

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Why are fewer and fewer Xbox games releasing with physical discs? "We wouldn't be able to make our investment back."

Square Enix has committed support to Xbox, but seemingly, without disc-based versions of its upcoming games. This seems to be happening more and more, but why?

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It's insane to me that this mini PC can outperform an NVIDIA RTX 5090 with LLMs and AI workloads

I've been testing the HP Z2 Mini (G1a), and it's an insanely capable PC that aims to be an all-in-one workstation for AI, LLMs, and other intense workloads.

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The Lenovo Legion Go 2 preorder situation goes from bad to worse — preorders start getting cancelled. "We know this is frustrating."

Lenovo allowed users to preorder the Legion Go 2 with inventory it didn't have, seemingly.

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I'm using AI to try and learn PowerShell, and it didn't take long to prove that human experts are still important

I've been using AI to try and learn some PowerShell as a complete beginner, and it's been an eyeopening experience so far. Also proof that human experts are always going to be important.

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E-WIN Flash XL Gaming Chair review (2025) — A pricy option for people who want to go heavy-duty premium

The E-Win Flash XL Gaming Chair is a really great option for those who need heavy-duty support and long-term quality, but it is NOT cheap.

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Windows 10's End of Life is just 2 weeks away — here's what you need to know to keep your PC safe

Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 on October 14, and PCs still running the decade old OS will be left without security updates unless they take action now. Here's everything you need to know and what to do to stay secure.

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DIY brilliance — modder converts a Lenovo Legion Go handheld into a gaming laptop, and it's surprisingly slick

The Legion Go is a versatile gaming handheld thanks to its removable controllers, but did you ever think you'd see it turned into a laptop?

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Is Microsoft hypocritical? Consumer Reports asks CEO Satya Nadella to make Windows 10 support extension free for 400 million PCs

Consumer Reports is asking Microsoft to provide Windows 10 security updates to all users for free while it works on enticing more users to upgrade to Windows 11.

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We hacked the new Windows 11 Xbox Mode onto the old ROG Ally — how does it optimize performance?

Microsoft's new handheld gaming mode for Windows 11 is launching first on the upcoming Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X, but it will be coming to all gaming handhelds eventually. Here's a first look at the experience running on an original ROG Ally.

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Follow Windows Central on Google News and stay up to date — here's how to add us as a source for Microsoft, Xbox, and more

Integrating Windows Central into your Google News feed prioritizes our coverage of Windows, Xbox, and other Microsoft stories amidst the clutter of today.

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Inside Razer’s vision: How Charlie Bolton aims to redefine gaming hardware

I sat down to chat with Charlie Bolton, the Global Head of Design for Razer, and discussed what he'd love to do at some point — even if it's unrealistic.

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Two screens are better than one — Acer's dual-screen portable monitor solves a problem I didn't know I had

The Acer PD163Q is a portable monitor with two displays that takes up no more space in a bag than a laptop. For some, it's a great buy, but only if you have USB-C video output on your PC.

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I went hands-on with a Copilot+ mini PC — MSI's Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG opts for Intel chips and some quirky features for Windows 11

MSI's Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG is a business-focused mini PC with Copilot+ certification that packs Intel's Lunar Lake processors and focuses its appeal on businesses.

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Gears of War: Reloaded was virtually unplayable for me — that is until a single setting changed the game entirely

The camera movement on Gears of War: Reloaded was really not agreeable with me, and I thought all was lost. Until I found a setting to fix it in a place I wasn't even looking for it.

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The Xbox app will now show and run all your games from Steam, GOG, and more on Windows 11 — it's the new hub for PC gaming

Microsoft is rolling out a big update for the Xbox app on Windows 11 that transforms it into a hub for all gaming on Windows, not just Xbox games.

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Razer let its head of design outside — but only to teach me how the company's gaming gear is brought to life

I was given the opportunity to chat with Charlie Bolton, Razer's Global Head of Design, to learn how Razer designs and releases its popular gaming products.

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The best "Steam Deck killer" launched months ago, but you still can't buy this Windows 11 handheld — are tariffs to blame for another fumbled competitor?

Handheld gaming keeps expanding, and MSI's Claw 8 AI+ emerged as a powerful contender. Unfortunately, stock shortages and inflated prices leave me frustrated.

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Poll: Is your job at risk? The growing impact of AI on the workforce

Artificial Intelligence and AI bots of all stripes seem to be impacting the work force, with major companies laying off thousands to replace workers. Do you think your career is on the chopping block?

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Unboxing the limited-edition HP OMEN 35L VALORANT desktop: A gamer's dream

HP has released a VALORANT Edition of its OMEN 35L pre-built gaming desktop, with a custom case and components. It's available now, and I've gone hands-on.

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Razer Kraken Kitty V3 Pro wireless headset review: Purr‑fect for gamers who want it all

I've been testing the Razer Kraken Kitty V3 Pro, and Razer finally and unequivocally nailed this formula. This is the cutest wireless gaming headset I recommend.

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The most creative game I've played this year also rips straight from classic 3D platformers, and it's awesome

I recently wrapped up Ruffy and the Riverside, one of the more modest games I've played this year that still managed to make a big impression on me.

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Xbox's platform-agnostic approach has a huge, gaping hole — for the Xbox Ally and future devices, this is Microsoft's next big gaming challenge

As good as Xbox Play Anywhere is, it's still indie studios doing the lion's share of the work here. Ahead of the Xbox Ally and OEM Xbox push, this probably isn't good enough.

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Chinese scientists claim to have built the first "brain-like" AI model — said to be up to 100 times faster than ChatGPT

SpikingBrain1.0 is a large language model built by Chinese scientists that doesn't rely on NVIDIA hardware and could change the space dramatically.

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Nintendo’s new patent could wreak havoc through gaming

Nintendo has acquired a potentially dangerous patent that could put them at an unfair advantage in gaming.

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