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Windows Central's Best of CES 2026 awards: Our favorite devices announced this year

These are the very best devices shown at CES 2026 this year, from laptops and desktops to innovative new hardware.

Windows Central

Microsoft's first Windows 11 preview build of 2026 brings more Copilot+ PC features to everyone — here's what's new

Microsoft's first new preview build of Windows 11 for 2026 is packing a handful of Copilot additions, along with a new mobile Resume feature and more.

Windows Central

Crimson Desert, Avowed, Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy and more — every Xbox and PC game shown during New Game Plus Showcase

45 new and upcoming games were shown during the New Game Plus Showcase. Here's a complete overview of everything announced for Xbox and PC during the event.

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PlayStation might be massively outselling Xbox hardware, but user engagement may tell a different story — Why even Sony can't ignore Xbox's shooter audience

Data from Alinea suggests that Xbox "shooter box" stereotypes may be real, as Xbox and PlayStation hit neck and neck on some games despite user base disparities.

Windows Central

Microsoft could reveal its OEM Xbox PC this year according to 'credible rumors'

A new report from Windows Central claims that Microsoft could unveil the first look at its new Xbox hardware this year, which would include an OEM "Xbox" PC.

TechRadar

Samsung and Intel co-develop 'SmartPower HDR' for Panther Lake OLED laptops, with up to 22% power savings — dynamic voltage control lowers power without sacrificing panel brightness

SmartPower HDR will use up to 22% less power, leading to 30-40 minutes of extra battery life on Panther Lake laptops. Co-developed by Samsung and Intel, this tech enables dynamic voltage control on OLED laptop screens where the panel only draws more voltage when explicitly needed for high-brightness HDR content,…

Tom’s Hardware

Lenovo has become what Surface was supposed to be about — a lineup of unique hardware that isn't afraid to be different

As Microsoft pulls back on Surface, Lenovo steps up as the Windows ecosystem's new innovator. With fresh hardware ideas and crazy designs, Lenovo is my new favorite Windows OEM right now.

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“Major change” on the way — Microsoft 365’s best-kept secret is retiring from the desktop

Microsoft will retire the Sway Windows app in June 2026, pushing users to the web version.

Windows Central

A $2,500 MacBook needs this $139 accessory to support touch — catching up with Windows 8 in 2013

MacBook users are resorting to a $139 snap-on digitizer to get touch support—a "new" feature Windows laptops standardized over a decade ago.

Windows Central

Dell says the quiet part out loud: Consumers don't actually care about AI PCs — "AI probably confuses them more than it helps them"

Dell is the first hardware maker to openly admit that the recent AI PC push from Microsoft and its partners isn't working.

Windows Central

Sick of Microslop? New Linux distro could win over Windows 11 haters

Does the future belong to Linux? It's way too early to call that, but the new Loss32 project should make Microsoft sit up and take notice.

TechRadar

How to set up parental controls for Xbox Ally and other Windows-based devices for safer gaming

A complete walkthrough for setting up parental controls on the Xbox Ally, Ally X, and other Windows handheld devices using Family Safety and Xbox Family Settings.

Windows Central

Windows 11 version 26H1 will launch exclusively on Snapdragon X2 devices this spring

The first PCs with version 26H1 will begin shipping in the spring period, but you'll only find it on PCs powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 platform.

Windows Central

As RAM prices skyrocket and Windows 11 flounders, Linux gains native NVIDIA GeForce NOW support — turning the cloud into a sanctuary for priced-out gamers

Hardware costs are rising and Windows 11 is struggling. NVIDIA's native Linux app offers a cloud-based escape for gamers priced out of upgrades.

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I tested 11 of the best stem separation tools – and you might already have the winner in your DAW

Stem separation can now be found in plugins, standalone apps, browser-based platforms and many of the major DAWs – but which option comes out on top?

Tom’s Guide

The 11 best laptops of CES 2026

CES 2026 had no shortage of laptop announcements. Here are some of the best notebooks the Tom's Guide team got a chance to try out during the event.

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Razer Project Motoko Debuts at CES 2026 — Gamers Meet an AI 'Waifu' Companion

Razer unveils two gaming innovations at CES 2026 - Project Motoko, a wireless gaming AI headset, and Project AVA, an AI companion dubbed as 'Waifu'.

Windows Central

New SteamOS Legion Go 2 finally solves the biggest gripe with Lenovo's flagship handheld gaming PC — but also removes support for one of my favorite features

Three months after the release of the Windows Legion Go 2, Levovo has announced that its flagship handheld gaming PC is getting a SteamOS variant. It's a premium portable gaming device, that comes with a premium cost.

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OWC debuts PCIe Gen4-class 8TB Thunderbolt 5 external SSD, the largest and fastest in its category — but it won't be cheap

OWC introduces an 8TB Thunderbolt 5 SSD offering high transfer speeds, broad compatibility, rugged design claims, and pricing well above mainstream portable storage.

Tom’s Guide

I saw Satechi’s new Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock at CES and it felt like I was holding a Mac mini M4

Satechi’s new Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock draws design inspiration from Apple's Mac mini M4 — and at $399, it costs nearly as much too.

Windows Central

ASUS introduces the Zenbook A16, a newly expanded 16‑inch option that joins the lineup — and it's the fastest Qualcomm laptop ever

At CES 2026, ASUS refreshed the awesome Zenbook A14 — and announced a new, ultra-light 16-inch version powered by Qualcomm's most powerful laptop chips yet.

Windows Central

Dell Ultrasharp 52 review: a 52‑inch 6K, 120Hz productivity monster that redefines the single‑monitor workstation

A world‑first 6K ultrawide that replaces multi‑monitor setups with one seamless, glare‑free, eye‑friendly canvas.

TechRadar

'Microslop' is heading for Edge – major browser redesign is inspired by Copilot, and it's already seriously unpopular

Revamped browser design is symptomatic of a bigger problem that Microsoft is facing here.

Tom’s Guide

I tried MSI’s new Pro Max QD-OLED monitor and it fixes my biggest gripes with the Apple Studio Display

MSI’s new Pro Max 271UPXW12G is a QD-OLED display for your MacBook with plenty of ports and a built-in KVM switch so you can seamlessly swap between your Mac and PC.

Tom’s Guide

Intel unleashes 14 Panther Lake CPUs — here's what to expect from the new Core Ultra 3 chips

Intel just unveiled 10+ new Core Ultra Series 3 laptop chips during its CES 2026 keynote. These new Panther Lake CPUs make big promises in terms of battery life and performance. Here's what you need to know.

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