Xbox listings vanish from Costco in the US and the UK — before Microsoft's price hikes As the new price hikes approach, the Xbox console has disappeared from the popular online retailers' storefront. Windows Central · Sep 24, 2025
I tried the world's first 'dynamic ergonomic' office chair with a special spinal stretching and massage mode The self-proclaimed world's first "dynamic ergonomic" chair is here, and it is a sight to behold. It has a built-in electronic motor that makes adjusting the chair quick and easy, along with a spinal stretching massage feature that will really come in handy if you suffer from lower back pain. Windows Central · Sep 23, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 22, 2025
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? Windows Central · Sep 22, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 21, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 20, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 20, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 19, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 18, 2025
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? Windows Central · Sep 18, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 18, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 17, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 17, 2025
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. Windows Central · Sep 17, 2025
Windows Central · Sep 17, 2025 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.
Windows Central · Sep 16, 2025 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.
Windows Central · Sep 16, 2025 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.
Windows Central · Sep 15, 2025 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.
Windows Central · Sep 15, 2025 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.
Windows Central · Sep 15, 2025 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.
Windows Central · Sep 14, 2025 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?
Windows Central · Sep 14, 2025 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.
Windows Central · Sep 14, 2025 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.
Windows Central · Sep 14, 2025 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.
Windows Central · Sep 13, 2025 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.