I found the best ChatGPT Plus alternative in 2026 — and it’s free Thinking about canceling ChatGPT Plus? This free alternative delivers powerful AI tools without sacrificing your edge. Tom’s Guide · Feb 24
Call of Duty shuts down standalone Zombies title rumors Could this be a missed opportunity? Dot Esports · Feb 24
'Father of the Xbox' predicts the end following Phil Spencer's exit: The new CEO will be 'a palliative care doctor who slides Xbox gently into the night' Seamus Blackley says Microsoft's focus is on AI, and all else will be subsumed into it. PC Gamer · Feb 23
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 · Feb 23
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 · Feb 23
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. Windows Central · Feb 23
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 · Feb 23
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 · Feb 23
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 · Feb 23
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. Barchart · Feb 23
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 · Feb 23
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 · Feb 23
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 · Feb 23
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 · Feb 23
Windows Central · Feb 23 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 · Feb 23 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 · Feb 23 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.
Windows Central · Feb 23 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 · Feb 23 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 · Feb 23 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 · Feb 23 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.
Tom’s Guide · Feb 23 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.
T3 · Feb 23 This laser on glass drive could store your data for 10,000 years Project Silica could be remembered for thousands of years to come
Dot Esports · Feb 23 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 · Feb 22 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.