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I think I just found the best VR headset for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 — it's so light and comfortable, but it's pricey

One way to up the immersion in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 or iRacing is to use a VR headset. And I think I just found the best one.

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You can buy an Xbox Series X, PS5, and Switch 2 for less than the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ — It feels to me like the handheld PC gaming era is over

MSI's new Claw 8 EX AI+ is a beauty with the best performance I've ever seen in a gaming handheld, but at $1,799, gamers can get a whole lot more value elsewhere. Like, say, three modern consoles.

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I tried Bus Simulator 27 on PC, and it's a super relaxing game... Until it just isn't

Bus Simulator 27 could be a seriously chilled out game to play if its new demo is anything to go by, but there's still work that needs to be done.

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It's STILL a terrible time to buy a Surface, but it's not just Microsoft's fault

The new Surface Pro 12 and Surface Laptop 8 highlight why Surface prices look bad even among skyrocketing premium prices.

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The best Snapdragon X2 Elite laptop yet: HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is the prettiest Windows laptop we've tested this year

HP's best looking laptop yet features the latest silicon from Qualcomm, paired with a best-in-class OLED display, phenomenal keyboard and trackpad, and all day battery life.

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"My jaw dropped": Dell just launched its new $599 XPS 13, and I don't think the Windows 11 laptop market will ever be the same

Dell's new XPS 13, which was just unveiled at Computex, is now available to buy. Prices start at $599 for students and $699 for everyone else, and I'd say it sets a new bar for what affordable Windows 11 PCs should look like.

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Why Xbox (and others) are considering the role of "ads" on console — it's more complicated than simple "greed," unfortunately

Even before the current memory crisis and various other crises, the volume of players spending literally *nothing* on consoles like Xbox and PlayStation is increasing. When you're selling hardware at a loss, that's a problem.

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Xbox exec clarifies that Netflix-style in-game ads that interrupt gameplay would be a bad idea, actually

"Ads should be used to offer more affordable alternatives alongside today's ad-free experiences"

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GPUs are still shipping at a frantic rate despite market pressure — I didn't expect Intel to post the only growth

New findings from Jon Peddie Research indicate that GPU shipments held strong in Q1 2026, but there's more to the story than just a flat market.

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Inside Xbox's margin crush: A string of misses at Xbox Game Studios, misguided Game Pass decisions, and the memory rout at its core

Microsoft's gaming division is facing a margin crisis, although not in a vacuum. The entire industry is struggling to figure out a healthy path forward in a universe where memory has become scarce.

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I just started Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and I already see why everyone gets a flight stick for it — so here's what I'm getting and why

I've just got into Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and it's already clear how much value even a budget flight stick is to the experience. Here's what I'm getting and why.

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"Not only viable but quite enjoyable": I used Windows 11 with 8GB of RAM to see if it's as bad as everyone says

I'm seeing a lot of negativity recently about running Windows 11 on 8GB of RAM, so I thought I'd test it out myself to see what the experience is really like. Here's what I found out.

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Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader secures another amazing DLC expansion — if you enjoy playing as a Heretic, rejoice, because this DLC has made it more rewarding

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader has released its 3rd DLC expansion, The Infinite Museion, adding over a dozen hours of new storylines, a new companion, and drastic gameplay additions and changes that make the entire game more enjoyable, especially for players who enjoy Heretical playthroughs.

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I tried Windows 11's new customizable Start menu: I'm shocked at how much control Microsoft is finally giving us

Windows 11 is getting a new customizable Start menu, and I've gone hands-on to see just how configurable it is.

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3 features the Surface Laptop needs to borrow from the Surface Laptop Ultra

The Surface Laptop Ultra shows what Microsoft can achieve at the high end, and several of its features could make the standard Surface Laptop a stronger option for everyday users.

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Dell XPS 13 (2026) vs. MacBook Neo: The XPS wins in more categories than you’d expect

Dell's new XPS 13 for 2026, announced at Computex, is the new best competition for the MacBook Neo. But how exactly do the two laptops compare? I break things down to help discover where the XPS fills in the Neo's blind spots.

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Windows just had an amazing week: Between silicon, devices, and OS improvements, I am excited to be a Windows user again

Great, affordable Windows laptops, powerful high-end silicon, platform improvements, and more came together this week to send a message: Windows is back.

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Acer Swift Air 14 is the first Acer in years that I actually might want to use: Another $699 Windows laptop trades blows with MacBook Neo

Acer’s new affordable clamshell laptop is beautiful and high-quality in most of the areas that count, all for $699.

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Xbox's CEO just defined her mission: "My mandate is not 30% accountability margins, it’s to be the number one."

It seems the historically high profit margins no longer apply to the new CEO.

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Lost 50th Anniversary Surface repaired and returned to owner — what went wrong and how Microsoft fixed it

A rare 50th Anniversary Surface Laptop went missing during repair, exposing a gap in Microsoft’s service workflow. After the story gained traction, Microsoft tracked down the original unit, fixed it, and updated its process.

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"We want this to be their first XPS": I found out more about Dell's XPS 13 strategy — and why it's the perfect starter PC

Dell's new XPS 13, announced at Computex 2026, is getting a lot of attention for its $599 student pricing. But there's a whole lot more going on behind the scenes, which I found out in a Dell and Intel roundtable discussion.

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Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Predictions, hopes, dreams — and what I think you should expect

The Xbox Games Showcase is pulling into view. Every year, people talk about how important these shows are for Microsoft, but with Xbox's 25th anniversary and a new direction ... there's a lot riding on this one.

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ASUS finally gives us the mini PC we've been begging for, packed with a Snapdragon X2 Elite

In a joint announcement at Microsoft Build and Computex, ASUS has revealed its first mini PC powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite and answered our prayers in the process.

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Microsoft says Windows 11’s Defender is enough for most users but admits some third‑party tools still offer extras

Microsoft says Windows 11’s built‑in Defender offers solid protection for most users, though third‑party antivirus tools provide extra features.

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I tried Microsoft's incredible Surface Laptop Ultra: This might be the best laptop ever made, and RTX Spark is seriously impressive

I went hands-on with Microsoft's new Surface Laptop Ultra ahead of launch later this year, and I've been blown away by its design and, more importantly, performance.

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