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Xbox's Asha Sharma promises 'the return of Xbox' and a 'distinct point of view' in new interview

Who is Asha Sharma, and what is she saying about Xbox as she takes over the reins from Phil Spencer?

Tom’s Guide

Xbox co-founder says Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has "a hammer called gen AI" and "there's a nail with an Xbox logo on it"

Nadella "believes that games are going to be driven by AI," which is why he just "put a gen AI person in charge" of Xbox

GamesRadar

Xbox co-founder believes “Xbox is being sunsetted” — as Microsoft pivots to AI

Xbox co-founder Seamus Blackley has raised concerns that Microsoft’s increasing focus on AI could sideline the Xbox brand. In a recent interview, he argues that Xbox is being “sunsetted” as the company pivots toward generative AI, though his comments remain speculative.

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Report: Former Xbox President Sarah Bond's direction "offended" employees — "This is an Xbox" marketing campaign deemed failure

With Phil Spencer's departure, Xbox employees are supposedly relieved that the President of Xbox has left as well.

Windows Central

Xbox will be "sunsetted" under new CEO, original co-founder expects: "Her job is going to be as a palliative care doctor who slides Xbox gently into the night"

Microsoft's pivot to AI has well and truly reached Xbox, OG console designer reasons

GamesRadar

The Windows Control Panel is one step closer to death as account rename option makes its way to Windows 11's Settings app

Microsoft is adding the ability to rename your user account to the Windows 11 Settings app, ported over from the legacy Control Panel.

Windows Central

Why Citi Analysts Think You Should Buy Microsoft Stock Now

Citi is keeping the faith in Microsoft, and the numbers from its latest earnings report make a strong case for why.

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Surface Pro update fixes key cellular bugs — just as Microsoft leans into 5G

Microsoft’s latest Surface Pro firmware update fixes VPN and cellular issues, arriving as the company deepens its 5G push through a new Ericsson partnership.

Windows Central

Apple Stock: Is AAPL Underperforming the Technology Sector?

Despite Apple’s underperformance relative to the technology sector over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook on its prospects.

Barchart

Is Microsoft Stock Underperforming the Dow?

While Microsoft has underperformed relative to the Dow over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a bullish outlook on the stock’s prospects.

Barchart

Microsoft Paint is gaining a feature I've been waiting 25 years for — Windows 11's built-in image editor is one step closer to replacing Photoshop

Windows 11's in-box Paint app is gaining a new feature that will let you rotate shapes and text into any position you like. Believe it or not, this hasn't been possible until now!

Windows Central

Xbox’s new Chief of Staff just reunited with Asha Sharma — but who exactly is Craig Cincotta?

Craig Cincotta has been named Chief of Staff at Xbox, reuniting with new CEO Asha Sharma. Here is his Microsoft career history and what the role means for Xbox leadership.

Windows Central

This tiny app exposes a massive problem at Microsoft — and shows how smooth Windows could be

A fast, lightweight whiteboard app called Markerpad highlights how sluggish and web‑heavy Microsoft Whiteboard feels on Windows 11.

Windows Central

Microsoft crowns Copilot king of productivity on Windows 11 — but reports suggest no one is actually using it

Microsoft ranks Copilot among the top productivity apps on Windows 11, potentially reshaping the future of work with AI.

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A farewell to Phil Spencer, he who saved Xbox — and salutations to Asha Sharma, who will steer Xbox through its toughest era

The biggest change to Xbox in years, and it might've come at exactly the right time.

Windows Central

New Xbox CEO hits social media running — Here's everything Asha Sharma has said so far about the future of Xbox

In all the turmoil, Asha reached out to the Xbox community on X answering questions and putting out some early thoughts on the future of the brand.

Fortune

OpenAI partners with McKinsey, BCG, Accenture, and Capgemini to push its Frontier AI agent platform

The new alliances heap further pressure on SaaS vendors such as Salesforce, Microsoft, Workday, and ServiceNow.

Windows Central

Microsoft is killing off a key Edge security feature — are you ready for the switch?

Edge is discontinuing custom primary password support in June 2026, as Microsoft shifts security to Windows Hello and system authentication.

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This laser on glass drive could store your data for 10,000 years

Project Silica could be remembered for thousands of years to come

Tom’s Guide

RAM prices keep going up — what is RAMageddon, and why is it getting worse?

The RAM pricing crisis continues to get worse. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening, why it's happening, and how you will be affected.

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CoD Zombies may get standalone release due to next Xbox launch delay, according to leaks

A potential delay to Microsoft’s next-generation Xbox console could prompt a major shift in the release strategy for Call of Duty, including the potential launch of a standalone Zombies title, according to new claims from industry insider TheGhostOfHope.

Windows Central

Windows Wrap: I don't care if the new Xbox CEO is a gamer — I care if she puts gamers first

Asha Sharma’s appointment as Xbox CEO has raised questions about her gaming background, but the real issue is whether she’ll put players and creativity first.

TechRadar

'I do think we always have to think about, maybe even worry a little bit about, Chinese subsidies': Microsoft President says US firms should get ready for more competition from China

Chinese state subsidies give AI companies cost advantages globally, forcing US firms to invest in infrastructure, tools, and developing markets.

Tom’s Hardware

Intel shifts customer support to AI-powered assistant after scaling back phone support — “Ask Intel” system built on Microsoft Copilot Studio

Intel has launched what it’s calling “Ask Intel,” a new AI-powered support assistant built with Microsoft Copilot Studio.

Windows Central

After fan pressure on Xbox exclusives, new CEO says — “hear you”

Asha Sharma posts a spree of viral responses on social media, as Xbox fans try to work out what the over-arching strategy might look like.

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