PC, Microsoft

How Microsoft can turn Windows PCs into an Xbox
I’ve been writing for more than a year about how Microsoft needs to overhaul Windows on handhelds and use an Xbox OS UI on top, keeping the complexity of the Windows desktop hid
Microsoft Says 2025 Is 'The Year of the Windows 11 PC Refresh'
Nearly 80% of businesses and 70% of consumers plan to refresh their PC portfolio by the end of 2025—or so says Microsoft.
Steam Ate Microsoft's Lunch On PC, It's About To Do The Same On Handhelds
Valve’s handheld device, the Steam Deck, wasn’t the first portable gaming PC ever created, but it is by the far the most successful. And like Steam becoming the de facto way people play PC games in 2025,
Microsoft Will Combine Xbox and Windows Experience for Handheld PCs This Year
Jason Ronald, Microsoft's VP of Next Generation, wants to bring "the best of Xbox and Windows together" on existing gaming handheld PCs.
Microsoft Warns 400 Million Windows Users—You Need A New PC
Just a few days ago, security researchers warned hundreds of millions of Windows users they’re at risk from a “ dangerous security fiasco .” Microsoft has now confirmed the same, proclaiming 2025 “the year of the Windows 11 PC refresh.” And for 400 million users in particular, that means hitting the stores before it’s too late.
Microsoft would really like you to replace your old Windows 10 PCs this year
This year, Mehdi is back with another prediction: 2025 will be "the year of the Windows 11 PC refresh." This year is also, not coincidentally, the year that most Windows 10 PCs will stop receiving new security updates.
Microsoft Urges Nearly Half A Billion Windows Users To Buy A New PC Right Now
Microsoft is making a full court press to get the hundreds of millions of users still running Windows 10 to pick up a new Copilot+ PC with Windows 11.
Microsoft is combining ‘the best of Xbox and Windows together’ for handhelds
“I would say it’s bringing the best of Xbox and Windows together, because we have spent the last 20 years building a world-class operating system, but it’s really locked to the console,” says Ronald. “What we’re doing is we’re really focused on how do we bring those experiences for both players and developers to the broader Windows ecosystem.”
Microsoft wants to mash Xbox and PC together for its handheld
Microsoft is at CES 2025 talking about its handheld ambitions, which includes trying to find the middle ground between Xbox and PC.
Microsoft finally wants to make gaming on handhelds less of a chore
Microsoft may be working on an Xbox handheld but it's also promising to improve the gaming experience across all Windows gaming handhelds.
Windows 11 Pro Lifetime License at Just $20 Elevates Your PC Power, Microsoft’s Most Powerful OS
The latest Windows update comes with an improved interface, new security features, and AI Copilot, and it's 89% off at ...
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PC Accessory Brand Incase Brings Back Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard with a Modern Twist
Incase has announced a number of "Designed by Microsoft" PC accessories, including the new Compact Ergonomic Keyboard.
This is the first mini PC compatible with Microsoft's Copilot+ requirements - and it does look like the Apple Mac Mini M4
It is also the first mini PC to support Microsoft’s Copilot+ requirements. Designed for business, entertainment, and ...
More than 4% PC shipment growth predicted for 2025, but not for what you expect, says IDC
The firm expects shipments to pick up as enterprises refresh their tech stacks — which, at least for many, in the short term ...
Microsoft’s First Xbox Developer Direct of 2025 Teases a First Look at 'Another Studio’s Brand New Game'
Microsoft has announced the return of its Developer Direct showcase, and confirmed what fans can expect to see — including a ...
Microsoft is finally fighting back against the rise of SteamOS by overhauling Windows 11 to be better on handhelds
Windows 11 is often cited as the worst thing about handheld gaming PCs - but it looks like Microsoft could soon fix this.