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"It's almost impossible to recommend the Surface Laptop 13": I compare it to the MacBook Neo after Microsoft's price hike

Microsoft's Surface Laptop 13-inch and Apple's MacBook Neo have a lot in common, and normally it would be hard to decide. But with Surface prices going up, it's become much harder to recommend the Windows device. Here's my full comparison.

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Windows Central Podcast: What's next for Surface? We break down the leaks

Podcast: Daniel and Zac discuss the leaks around Microsoft's upcoming wave of Surface hardware.

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Zorin OS 18.1 adds guided migrations, stronger app compatibility and wider hardware support, making switching from Windows far more practical for millions [clone]

Zorin OS 18.1 surpasses 3.3M downloads, offering smart native alternatives to Windows apps and posing a real threat to Microsoft’s market share.

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"Over 3.3 million downloads": This Linux alternative to Windows 11 is winning over Microsoft's customers with a huge update

Zorin OS 18.1 surpasses 3.3M downloads, offering smart native alternatives to Windows apps and posing a real threat to Microsoft’s market share.

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"Listening to how we can keep making it better for you": Windows Insider meetups are coming back after years away, connecting Windows 11 users with Microsoft

Microsoft brings back Windows Insider meetups to reconnect with users and shape the future of Windows 11.

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The Surface Pro X was ahead of its time — Now it’s time for a 2026 comeback

Microsoft retired its thinnest design just as the silicon caught up. With the MacBook Neo disrupting the market, it's time to bring back the fanless Surface Pro X.

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Windows 11’s push for mandatory Microsoft accounts is hitting a nerve with users who say the change complicates setup, privacy, and basic PC ownership

Microsoft is planning some major changes for Windows 11 in 2026, but one thing not officially noted is a change to mandatory Microsoft accounts in Windows 11. We asked our readers what they think.

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Right now is a terrible time to buy a Microsoft Surface — here's why

Microsoft’s current Surface lineup is caught between aging 2024 internals and the disruptive $599 MacBook Neo. If you want the best value, you have to wait for the Spring refresh.

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Windows Wrap: Windows 11 isn't doomed — Is it too early to say I told you so?

Microsoft is finally walking back its worst Windows 11 decisions, from Taskbar limitations to AI bloat. Is it a change of heart or a billion-dollar survival tactic?

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Windows Wrap: Windows 11’s disastrous year came at the perfect time for Xbox — Project Helix will drag PC gaming to where it needs to be

Windows 11 struggled in 2025, but it may have paved the way for Project Helix. Microsoft promised to reduce the pain points of Windows 11, and gamers may be the biggest benificiaries.

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ASUS boss calls the MacBook Neo a "shock to the entire industry" — but still downplays it as a "content consumption" slab, like iPad

Apple’s MacBook Neo shakes up the market, but ASUS Co-CEO claims it’s basically an iPad with more computing power.

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No Windows 12 in 2026, so here’s the wishlist Microsoft should steal

Microsoft may not be releasing Windows 12 this year, as its roadmap is focused on improving user sentiment around Windows 11. Still, my wishlist for Windows 12 is already in the wild.

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What's next for Windows 11 in 2026? First look at new features arriving in the coming months

Microsoft has more features, enhancements, and AI planned for Windows 11 users this year. Here's a first look at all the upcoming features we know are in the works.

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Windows 11's reputation is at an all-time low

Podcast: Daniel and Zac discuss the current state of Windows 11, all the recent backlash around Microsoft and AI, and how the platform has evolved into something most people hate.

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3 Windows 11 and Microsoft features you'll love in 2026 — and 1 you'll hate

As 2025 wraps up, we look ahead at the Windows 11 and Microsoft features arriving in 2026.

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Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini X review: Lenovo's first true Mac Mini competitor is an awesome Windows PC

Lenovo's first Snapdragon-powered mini PC is a winner with a clean design, quiet performance, and Copilot+ capabilities all housed into a small, premium chassis.

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Is Windows about to get interesting again?

Dan & Zac discuss Microsoft's new "Windows 2030 Vision" series, the first of which hints at a potential future "Agentic OS" from Microsoft. What might that look like?

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Beelink SER9 Pro review: Great performance in a small and affordable package, with support for a clever dock

The new Beelink SER9 Pro is an affordable premium mini PC with great performance for productivity or creative workflows. It can also do a bit of gaming, and is an all round pleasure to use.

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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.

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Microsoft insists the new Outlook delivers a “native” experience — but I'm not convinced

The new Outlook is Microsoft’s default email app on Windows 11, but users complain about missing features, ads, and its web-wrapped design.

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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.

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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.

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Windows 11's new 'speed test' is a shortcut to Bing — it’s time Microsoft fixes this before it’s too late

Windows 11 is getting a new speed test, but it just opens Bing for now. Microsoft has time to change that before release.

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I tried Windows 11's new handheld gaming mode on the Xbox Ally — will this save gaming on Windows handhelds?

We take our first look at how Microsoft is improving and optimizing Windows 11 for small handheld gaming PCs like the upcoming Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. There's some interesting stuff here!

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Microsoft Teases ‘Agentic OS’ in 2030 Vision—Is Windows About to Think for Itself?

Dan & Zac discuss Microsoft's new "Windows 2030 Vision" series, the first of which hints at a potential future "Agentic OS" from Microsoft. What might that look like?

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