The Windows Central Podcast

On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden tackle behind-the-scenes reporting on internal tensions between Microsoft's Windows and Xbox engineering divisions regarding the next-generation Project Helix hardware. Sparked by a detailed report in Fortune, we examine conflicting visions over whether future Xbox hardware—including a rumored 2027 handheld and 2028 home console—should run a streamlined desktop Windows build or iterate on the locked-down, hyper-optimized, containerized Xbox OS.

We also breaks down leaked Microsoft internal survey research investigating potential shifts in first-party exclusivity for blockbuster franchises like Fallout and Minecraft. Daniel then details his comprehensive review impressions of the ultralight 3.9 lb ASUS ProArt P16 and the HP OmniBook Ultra 16, followed by an overview of AMD FSR 4.1 rolling out to handhelds like the ROG Xbox Ally series to boost frame rates on constrained hardware.

On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden regroup remotely following a week of extensive hands-on hardware testing and benchmarking. The central focus is the initial review wave for the Surface Laptop Ultra and the broader Nvidia RTX Spark mobile platform.

Zac details his full review of the Surface Laptop Ultra, highlighting its MacBook-inspired design improvements, haptic touchpad, outstanding audio, sleep battery efficiency, and magnetic USB-C connector—while contrasting its 2,000-nit Mini-LED display against competing Tandem OLED panels. Daniel shares first impressions of two rival RTX Spark flagships: the ultralight 3.9 lb ASUS ProArt P16 and the robust HP OmniBook Ultra 16.

The hosts dig into real-world local AI and agentic workflows (including tests with Hermes Agent and local LLMs), explain the critical architectural advantage of configurable unified memory allocations for GPUs, discuss gaming performance with DLSS/frame gen, and showcase the newly launched ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X20 handheld console bundle featuring XREAL AR glasses.

In this special in-person episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden unpack Microsoft's major October hardware and Windows announcements directly from San Francisco. The headline reveal centers on the Surface Laptop Ultra powered by Nvidia's RTX Spark architecture, featuring an unexpectedly competitive starting price of $2,599, a mini-LED display, and an innovative magnetic breakaway USB-C port replacing the proprietary Surface Connect standard.

The hosts explore the broader OEM ecosystem supporting RTX Spark—including devices from ASUS, HP, Dell, and Lenovo—as well as the high-end Surface RTX Spark Dev Box. From the software side, they break down Microsoft's aggressive pivot toward agentic AI: running large parameter models locally, containerized agent security via Microsoft Execution Containers, a redesigned actionable Windows Search taskbar experience, and major strides in ARM gaming and Prism emulation. The episode wraps with an extensive community Q&A covering battery life, hardware pricing trajectories, and the future of Windows 11.

In this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden recap major industry developments from Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit and preview Microsoft's upcoming October 7 hardware and platform showcase in San Francisco.

Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit & New Surface Gear:

Zac shares his impressions from Hawaii, breaking down Qualcomm's announcements alongside Microsoft's surprise reveal of the second-generation Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch. Powered by the 6-core Snapdragon X2 Plus, both devices feature improved power efficiency, brighter 500-nit screens, and a sleek black color option—though accompanied by noticeable price bumps. Microsoft also introduced an updated, ergonomically refined Surface Mouse ($80) featuring native Windows 11 haptic feedback.

Exclusive Insights from Surface Lead Brett Ostrum:

Zac recounts his one-on-one sitdown with Microsoft's Brett Ostrum, who confirmed that Microsoft is quietly moving away from using the "Copilot+ PC" marketing label for its newest devices. Ostrum also addressed why AMD chips are absent from current Surface designs, why Microsoft chose not to field a direct budget rival to affordable notebooks like the MacBook Neo, and why a standalone Surface Studio desktop monitor remains off the table due to prohibitive panel costs.

Signal65 Benchmarks — Qualcomm vs. Intel & AMD:

Daniel analyzes the comprehensive 20-page benchmark report from Signal65 comparing Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite, Intel's Core Ultra 3, and AMD's Ryzen AI. The results demonstrate Snapdragon's clear lead in multi-core throughput, single-core speeds, and unplugged performance retention, while Intel holds the upper hand in raw gaming graphics with its Arc B390 GPU. Both hosts discuss why daily ARM battery life and quiet thermals continue to win them over for everyday workloads.

Previewing Microsoft's October 7 Keynote:

Looking ahead to their live on-site coverage in San Francisco, the hosts lay out what to expect from the Surface Laptop Ultra and the NVIDIA RTX Spark platform. Designed for heavy AI development and generative workloads rather than general consumers, the laptop is slated to offer 18-core and 20-core chip configurations with unified memory up to 128GB. On the software front, the duo anticipate demonstrations of agentic voice input concepts, modern WinUI enhancements for File Explorer, and general system polish.

Windows 11, Peripherals & Gaming Round-Up:

The episode wraps with a look at the rollout of Windows 11 Version 26H2 (the sunset platform for Snapdragon 850 hardware), Daniel's review of the Shure MV6 Gen 2 dynamic USB microphone, a 30-year look at Panasonic's modular Toughbook lineup, and strong launch critical acclaim for Xbox's latest releases, including Gears of War: E-Day and Minecraft Dungeons 2.

In this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden break down the latest Windows 11 insider features, focusing heavily on major overhauls coming to context menus, File Explorer polish, and options to force apps to open full-screen. They also dive into a surprising new Signal 65 processor study highlighting how Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 chips stack up against Intel and AMD, wrap up recent Windows 11 improvements from March onward, and touch on various tech ecosystem shifts.

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On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Zac and Jez sit down to discuss newly leaked images of an old Windows Phone prototype that looks suspiciously like it could have passed for a Surface Phone back in the day. Is this the Surface Phone finally revealed? Also on the agenda: Microsoft begins its push to unify Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot, Windows gains support for Xbox backward compatible games, and the latest news from the gaming world.

In this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden sit down with Marcus Ash, Corporate Vice President of Design and Research for Windows at Microsoft. The discussion centers on the user experience vision for Windows 11, balancing modernization with legacy app compatibility, and optimizing system efficiency across diverse hardware configurations.

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Welcome back to the Windows Central Podcast! It's Daniel Rubino and Jez Corden in the driver's seat this week, tackling a massive news cycle in the Xbox and tech space. We kick things off with a frustrating trend: LG monitors forcing McAfee pop-ups, and we get a little philosophical about the "enshittification" of our hardware.

On the gaming front, we dive deep into the newly discovered OG Xbox emulation coming to Windows PCs and what it means for the future of game preservation. Jez also gives us the behind-the-scenes breakdown of his exclusive interview with Todd Howard, contextualizing the recent, devastating Bethesda layoffs with the push for Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5. We also unpack the latest reports on Xbox studio heads pushing back against Game Pass, break down that surprise 86% spike in Xbox console sales in June, and get a little bit of sticker shock over the newly announced Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8.

The tech world is sweating, and it's not just the summer heatwave. This week on the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel Rubino, Zac Bowden, and Jez Cordon sit down to unpack a massive wave of Microsoft layoffs. We break down Asha Sharma's internal memo revealing a staggering 14 layers of middle management at Xbox, why the gaming division has struggled to capitalize on massive acquisitions like Fallout and Minecraft, and whether turning Xbox into an independent subsidiary is the brand's last chance for survival.

Zac walks us through the shocking Discord leak of "Project Ion," an experimental, web-native Copilot Operating System built entirely inside Microsoft Edge. Finally, we break down the quiet arrival of Snapdragon X2-powered Surface devices, the new 24 GB RAM "sweet spot," and why sources tell us the Surface Go lineup is officially dead.

On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Zac and senior Xbox editor Jez Corden sit down to discuss the current state of Xbox, and where the business is headed.

It has been a wild month since Asha Sharma took the reins as Xbox CEO. While the team has been working to re-capitalize the brand and bring back some big-name exclusives, the narrative over the last week has taken a sharp negative turn. Between heavy rumors of Microsoft looking to sell off or close down certain first-party studios, console price hikes hitting shelves, and a massive rethink of what the next-gen hardware looks like, we wanted to figure out what's actually going on with Xbox as a business.

In this episode, we break down the brutal economic realities hitting the industry. From the "RAM apocalypse" destroying console profitability to how free-to-play giants like Fortnite and Roblox have completely upended the old hardware subsidy model. We also look ahead at the next-generation "Helix" console, discussing whether Microsoft can actually deliver on its open Windows/Steam ecosystem vision if the hardware costs a grand, and what Sony's shift away from physical media means for the future of discs.

Welcome back to the Windows Central Podcast! In this special drop episode, Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden dive deep into Microsoft's massive new wave of Surface devices announced this week. While the consumer versions are slated for later this summer, today is all about the brand-new commercial portfolio.

We break down the three newly refreshed business devices:

The Surface Laptop 8 (the 13.8-inch and 15-inch flagship)

The Surface Laptop 13-inch (the mid-range option)

The Surface Pro 12 (the 13-inch flagship 2-in-1)

(And yes, we spend a few minutes laughing about how incredibly confusing Microsoft's naming conventions have gotten!)

Daniel gives his first-hand impressions of the new 13.8-inch Laptop 8, which packs some serious under-the-hood upgrades despite keeping last gen's nearly perfect exterior design. We talk about the new Intel Core Ultra Series 3 "Panther Lake" X7 chip, the surprisingly capable B390 GPU, and just how quiet those fans stay under a heavy lifting load.

We also dig into the features that business users are going to love, including:

The Haptic Touchpad & Windows 11 Haptic Signals: How Microsoft's new API makes the digital world feel tactile when you're closing windows, snapping apps, or scrubbing video timelines.

The E-Privacy Screen: Daniel explains the tech behind the new electronic privacy display option that instantly cuts down viewing angles at the press of the F1 key to keep your sensitive data safe from over-the-shoulder lookers.

We wrap up the episode addressing the elephant in the room: the price hikes. We discuss why these enterprise units are crossing into the $1,950+ territory, the reality of component pricing, and how Microsoft's strategy compares to Apple and other PC OEMs. Plus, we look ahead to what we can expect when the Snapdragon X2-powered consumer variants drop later this summer.

Is the era of Windows dominance finally coming to an end? This week, Zach Bowen and Ben Wilson dive deep into Google's latest project: the Googlebook.

Google is officially moving past the "budget" reputation of the Chromebook and bringing native Android to the premium laptop space. With the "Magic Pointer" AI experience, seamless Gemini integration, and a sleek new interface, Google is striking while the iron is hot.

On this episode, we're breaking down:

Android for PC: Why Google is swapping Linux for an Android-native core and what that means for your favorite apps.

The "Magic Pointer": Is shaking your cursor for AI assistance actually innovative, or just another gimmick?.

Windows 10's End of Life: How Google and Apple (with the MacBook Neo) are perfectly timing their new hardware to poach Windows users this fall.

The "Nickelback" Effect: Why it's become "cool" to hate on Windows and how Microsoft's fragmented AI strategy is driving users away.

Windows 12 & Legacy-Free Computing: Our pitch for a "Modern Windows" that strips out the 90s-era code for instant boot times and better battery life.

Can Microsoft turn the ship around with "K2" and Windows 12, or has the Google ecosystem finally closed the loop?

This week on the Windows Central Podcast, Dan and Zac are back to break down a massive turning point for Microsoft. It feels like the company is finally "looking in the mirror," and we've got the inside scoop on what that means for your favorite devices and services.

In this episode:

The Return of Xbox: We discuss the major internal reorg as Microsoft Gaming officially rebrands back to simply "Xbox." From new @xbox.com emails to a leadership overhaul under Asha Sharma, the "rebel" spirit is back.

A "Quality" Revolution for Windows: We go deep on Project K2, the code-named initiative dedicated to fixing Windows 11. We're talking about the new WinUI 3 Run box, the ability to pause updates indefinitely, and a "Low Latency Profile" that could boost your app launch speeds by 40%.

The Copilot Correction: Microsoft is admitting where they went too far. We talk about why Copilot is being stripped out of the Xbox OS and simplified in apps like Notepad.

Game Pass & Call of Duty: Big changes are here for your wallet. We break down the new $22 Ultimate pricing and the strategic shift that moves Call of Duty from Day 1 to a Year 1 arrival on the service.

Surface's Identity Crisis: Are Surface devices getting too "safe"? We brainstorm what it would take to reinvigorate the brand—from Surface Pro XLs to the return of those high-energy live launch events.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss new Surface PCs leaks that tell all about Microsoft's upcoming wave of hardware this spring, as well as recent price hikes and the death of Surface Hub. The crew also discusses the latest progress on Microsoft's big Windows K2 effort, including some internal insight on some upcoming changes to the Start menu and Windows Insider Program improvements.

On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac break down Microsoft's big announcement about Windows 11 and how the company is moving to address its biggest issues this year. It's a huge announcement that includes a detailed roadmap of new features and changes that the company intends to deliver throughout 2026, starting with bringing back the movable Taskbar!

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss Apple's new MacBook Neo, and how it might impact the Windows PC ecosystem going forward. Is Windows in trouble? Also on this episode, the latest rumors on Windows 12: What's real and what's not? Plus, we also run down what was announced from Microsoft at GDC 2026, including what we know about Project Helix, the codename for the next Xbox coming in 2027.

On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft's plans to bring back the ability to move the Taskbar on Windows 11, plus other plans around addressing "pain points" across Windows this year. The crew also talks about Windows 12, what AI could do to software design, and more!

On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft's announcement around plans to address pain points across Windows 11 in 2026. A reaction to recent backlash? Plus, Microsoft plans to pull back on AI in Windows.

The Windows Central Podcast is back for 2026, and this week Zac and Dan discuss the current state of Windows 11. Why do so many people hate it, and is it really Microsoft's fault? Also on the agenda: What's next for Windows and Surface?

The Windows Central Podcast is back, and this week Dan and Zac discuss Windows' 40th anniversary, recent backlash from customers around agentic OS plans and the future of Windows, as well as the latest news from Ignite, the Valve Steam Machine, and Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 gaming performance.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss Microsoft's big Windows announcement relating to new Copilot and agentic AI experiences coming soon to Windows 11. They also discuss what this means for a possible Windows 12, and where computing as a whole is headed. Also on the agenda: Windows 10 EOL and the Xbox Ally is here!

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the big Windows reorg news and what it means for the future. Is Windows 12 around the corner? Plus, the team talk about Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 chips, Windows 10 reaching EOL, the impact of annual feature updates, and the latest changes to Microsoft's 365 and Game Pass subscriptions.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the latest with Windows 11: new updates for Paint and Notepad, plus Windows 10 EOL and Consumer Reports asking Microsoft to extend support. Also on the agenda, Intel & NVIDIA are teaming up to create new chips fused with RTX GPUs, and Meta launches it first Ray Ban Display glasses with AI built-in. Should Microsoft do the same?

We're back after a summer break! On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the latest ongoings with Windows 11, our first impressions with Microsoft's upcoming handheld gaming mode, and the news around Google being ordered to let phone makers preload apps that compete with Google services, such as Bing and Copilot!

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, 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? We also discuss Microsoft's new Windows XP crocs, WinUI going open source, Dan's thoughts on the Surface Laptop 7 now that he's used one, Lenovo's rollable laptop, and OpenAI's new GPT-5 announcement!

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Dan and Zac take a look back at Windows 10 as it celebrates its 10th anniversary and discussing how it's evolved over the years. We'll also get into Microsoft's strong financial performance and the recent company layoffs. We've got a lot to say about the new Copilot features in Microsoft Edge and what we've seen with Copilot Vision on smartphones. Plus, we'll talk about the state of the Surface line, a couple of very special limited-edition laptops, and the upcoming GPT-5 integration into Copilot. We'll also be covering the latest on Windows 10 security updates, Adobe's new ARM-native beta apps, and a great deal on the Asus ZenBook A14. And of course, we'll be discussing the future of AI and its potential impact on our lives

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Zac and Ben discuss Satya Nadella's memo on layoffs, Nvidia's ARM chip delays, the business-focused Surface Laptop 7 with 5G, new Windows features, Microsoft closing its Movies & TV storefront, Lenovo Legion Go 2 leaks, and share impressions of the new Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 and Flip 7 phones.

The Windows Central Podcast is back after a short hiatus, and this week Dan and Zac discuss the latest ongoings with Windows 11, how it's finally overtaking Windows 10 in marketshare, and some of the new features that are now in testing. The gang also discusses the new Samsung Galaxy Fold 7, and how it makes them yearn for what could have been with the Surface Duo. On that subject, Zac reveals some interesting details about the Surface Duo roadmap, had it not been scrapped. They also discuss what Google merging ChromeOS and Android together could mean for Windows.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Zac hosts a solo episode where he discusses his thoughts around Microsoft's recent layoffs, the closure of Xbox studios and game projects, and the general vibe being a Microsoft "fan" in 2025. He also discusses the Microsoft's rounding error that had some of us thinking Windows had lost up to 400 million devices in three years, the Surface Earbuds, and thoughts on what damage a cheap MacBook could do to the Windows ecosystem.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss Microsoft's announcement around free security updates for Windows 10, as long as you sync your PC settings to the cloud. The crew also discuss the latest on Windows 11, the new BSOD screen, and Dell's new 14 and 16 Premium laptops, the replacements for the XPS!

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the latest news with Windows 11, Microsoft's announcement that the next Xbox will be powered by an AMD chip, Windows Hello no longer working in the dark, and the latest with AI.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the big Windows and Xbox news that broke over the weekend: The Xbox Ally is official, and with it comes major changes to Windows for gaming handhelds. The crew also talks about WWDC and Apple's new Liquid Glass, and how we think it's just a worse version of Aero Glass from Windows Vista. We also talk about the new iPadOS updates, and how they could pose a threat to low- and mid-range Windows PCs.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the current state of Windows 11 on gaming handhelds, and how failures like Windows Core OS and Windows CorePC have put Microsoft on the back foot in this new mobile category. Also on the agenda: Windows 11 Start menu designs, Bing Video Creator, and AI leading us down a lonely path.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac are back to discuss what's top of mind from Build 2025 and how it compared to Google I/O. Also on the agenda: Surface Pro 12-inch review and Surface Laptop 13-inch first impressions, the latest from Windows 11, OpenAI buys Jony Ive design company, and Google's XR platform gets closer.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Zac is on his own as he discusses the potential death of Surface Laptop Studio, the rumored AMD powered Arm-based Surface coming in 2026, Qualcomm's job listing suggesting the next Xbox will be Arm based, and layoffs.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss Microsoft's latest wave of Surface PCs, our initial impressions of the new Surface Pro 12-inch, and how they fit into the lineup. They also discuss a whole bunch of new Windows 11 features that are coming later this year, including a new AI agent in Settings, the updated Start menu, and more.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the latest on Windows 11, our thoughts on Recall, Click To Do, and AI in Search as Copilot+ PCs gear up to finally receive them, and Phone Link in Start. They also discuss Edge's new Copilot New Tab Page, the latest on PC shipments, and Intel job cuts.

The duo also chat about what they want to see in the Surface Pro 12, and what Microsoft could possibly name its upcoming smaller Pro and Laptop devices.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel is back to give us the low-down at Microsoft's 50th anniversary event, the stuff we didn't see on stream, including protests from Microsoft employees. Zac and Dan also reflect on Copilot's announcements, and what might be next for the AI assistant. Surely, it's a Copilot-powered OS? We also discuss the latest on Windows 11, including Recall finally getting close to GA, and the latest on tariffs and how they're affecting the PC market.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Zac sits down with Ben to chat Microsoft's big 50th anniversary event, which was more a Copilot event with the 50th stuff being kept for the people in-attendance in Redmond. Microsoft announced new memory, personalization, vision, research, and shopping features for Copilot. All designed to make Copilot more human.

Additionally, we discuss Microsoft's new Start menu for Windows 11 that was spotted hidden in recent preview builds, as well as our favorite versions of Windows and Windows apps to celebrate 50 years.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the current state of Windows on Arm, the Surface Laptop 7's high return rate, more details on the upcoming smaller Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, and the latest on Windows 11 and our first signs of 25H2.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the removal of the charging brick on Surface Pro 11 and what it could mean for the future of Surface Connect, the latest on Windows 11, new devices from HP, Qualcomm GPU drivers, and more.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, we discuss Microsoft's upcoming April 4 event and speculate about what it could possibly announce, the latest from Windows 11 and Copilot, Apple Intelligence Siri being delayed, Xbox Project Kennan, and more!

In this week's exciting episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the official death of Skype, our struggles as a podcast that has exclusively used Skype for almost a decade, and the latest from Copilot on Windows and future AI experiences in the OS. Also this week, we talk about Lenovo's latest weird PCs, the new MacBook Air and how we think it's a bad deal now that devices like the Surface Laptop 7 exist.

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss Panos Panay's big Alexa+ announcement, Microsoft trialling a free version of Office for Windows, Windows 365 Link fast approaching, thoughts on Chrome OS Flex, Framework's new 12-inch Laptop, and more!

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the latest on Windows 11, new features in the Dev and Beta Channels, and have its system requirements secretly changed? Also on the agenda: A new era for Surface, and why the Surface you know and love is dead. Plus, we try to decipher what Microsoft's Quantum chip announcement is all about, and HP's decision to acquire Humane AI.

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On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the official end of HoloLens and IVAS, Copilot being bad at summarizing content, Arm reportedly making its own chip, and the Galaxy Watch and Ring!

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Daniel and Zac are back for another Windows Central Podcast, and on the agenda this week: What's next for Windows 11? New features and Selenium, as well as Build 2025 expectations, the current Copilot+ PC situation, Qualcomm vs Arm, and more!

On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft's major Surface for Business announcement and the new Surface devices that came from it, the recent DeepSeek drama, Microsoft buying TikTok, and the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

On this week's episode, Zac Bowden discusses the existence of an 11/12-inch Surface Pro and Surface Laptop that Microsoft is planning to ship this year, the latest from Windows 11, the recent Microsoft 365 rebrand, and the Galaxy Unpacked event.

Zac Bowden and Daniel Rubino are back to kick off the year with a look at the best of CES 2025, as well as thoughts on Microsoft's upcoming major announcement for Surface for Business. Also on the agenda: Windows and Xbox coming together to compete with SteamOS and the competition.

Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden are back for the last Windows Central Podcast of the year. This episode, we talk about the death of Surface Studio 2+, what's next for Surface in the year 2025, Windows Recall and Click To Do impressions, and Intel's CEO stepping down.

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On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss the new Microsoft Copilot that's designed to be more human, what might be next for operating systems with AI, 24H2 availability, new Copilot+ PC features for Windows 11, the death of HoloLens and why Windows Phone mattered.

On this week's Windows Central Podcast, Zac is joined by Windows Central tech editor Ben Wilson to discuss the week's biggest news. We talk Intel's 13th/14th Gen issues, Intel's layoffs, and Intel being sued. We also discuss AMDs new Ryzen chips and how they compare to Intel/Qualcomm, plus the rumor that Microsoft is working on a new VR headset!

Zac and Dan are back to chat about the latest news in the Microsoft and Windows world. This week's episode tackles the recent Windows BSOD carnage thanks to CrowdStrike, our thoughts on Windows 11 version 24H2 so far, new features coming soon, and our continued experiences with Copilot+ PCs such as the Surface Pro 11!

As we try to get back on schedule, Daniel and Zac recap Microsoft's big May 20 event, including the new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, Windows on Arm, and Copilot+ PCs!

On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the leaked renders of the first PC with a Snapdragon X Elite CPU, the latest on Windows 11 & how version 24H2 is almost ready for manufacturers, Microsoft's new 'AI Explorer' feature for Windows 11 potentially being exclusive to Arm, veteran designer Ralf Groene retiring from the Surface department & what this means for Microsoft going forward, and more!

Links:

Microsoft begins testing potential RTM build for Windows 11 version 24H2 - Windows Central

Microsoft's upcoming Windows 11 'AI Explorer' update might be exclusive to Arm devices in major blow to Intel's "AI PCs" - Windows Central

Leaked renders of the first PC with Snapdragon X Elite CPU showcase a sexy Lenovo laptop - Windows Central

Microsoft veteran designer Ralf Groene retires from the Surface department - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Pavan Davuluri taking charge of both Windows and Surface engineering, the new Surface Pro 10 & Surface Laptop 6, how important the newly announced Google Chrome for ARM could be, the difference between an AI PC and just a PC with AI according to Intel & Microsoft, the leak of an all-white digital Xbox Series X, Phil Spencer's comments on handheld gaming devices, and more!

Links:

Microsoft once again merges Windows and Surface teams under new boss - Windows Central

DON'T buy the new Surface Pro 10 or Surface Laptop 6 - Windows Central

Google optimizing Chrome for Windows 11 on ARM - Windows Central

Microsoft says this single key is the difference between an AI PC and just a PC with AI - Windows Central

A white digital Xbox Series X has leaked - Windows Central

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer wants PC gaming stores on Xbox - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Zac discusses Microsoft's new Surface PCs with Intel for business, what to expect, why the company is planning two waves of hardware launches this spring, Microsoft's special Windows & Surface event on May 20th featuring announcements around new Arm Surface PCs and next-gen AI features coming to Windows 11, another internal reorg forming a new "Microsoft AI" organisation better positioning the company for an AI future, and more!

Links:

Microsoft confirms May event for major Windows 11 AI features and new Arm Surface PCs - Windows Central

What to expect from Microsoft's spring 2024 Surface PC announcements - Windows Central

DeepMind co-founder joins Microsoft to lead Copilot development under new 'Microsoft AI' org - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss their thoughts on the new Outlook for Windows, what to expect from the Windows 11 'Moment 5' feature update later this month, Microsoft bringing Wi-Fi 7 support to Windows 11, Microsoft's NEW Windows 11 feature drop (including more AI features for Copilot), Windows 11 getting it's own version of Apple's popular "Continuity Camera" feature, Microsoft almost selling Bing to Apple, Intel making home-grown chips for Microsoft, review the Dell XPS 14, go through all the fallout from Mobile World Congress 2024, and more!

We also discuss the upcoming Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6, which we expect will be unveiled later this month!

Links:

I actually hate the new Outlook for Windows - Windows Central

Windows 11 'Moment 5' feature update is coming this month — here are the new features - Windows Central

Microsoft's NEW Windows 11 feature drop arrives - Windows Central

You'll soon be able to use your high-resolution smartphone camera as a webcam - Windows Central

Microsoft brings Wi-Fi 7 support to Windows 11 with latest preview build - Windows Central

Microsoft almost sold Bing to Apple - Windows Central

Intel bags a huge fish for its new Foundry Services as Microsoft places an order for home-grown chips - Windows Central

Dell XPS 14 (9440) review - Windows Central

Microsoft News Roundup: Transparent PCs, Copilot's "evil twin," Mobile World Congress - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the Windows 11 2024 Update brining new AI features & quality of life improvements, Windows using AI to improve your video games, the new features on the Windows 11 'Moment 5' feature update, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer confirming some Xbox games are heading to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, confirmation that new Xbox hardware will be announced this holiday season, Game Pass reaching 34 million subscribers, OpenAI's video generation breakthrough, and more!

Links:

Windows 11 version 24H2: New features, next-gen AI PCs, and everything we know so far - Windows Central

The next version of Windows will use AI to improve your video games - Windows Central

Windows 11 'Moment 5' feature update is coming this month — here are the new features - Windows Central

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer confirms some Xbox games are headed to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch - Windows Central

Xbox Game Pass has hit a new growth milestone - Windows Central

Microsoft confirms new Xbox hardware will be announced this holiday season - Windows Central

OpenAI's latest model generates lifelike minute-long AI videos - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss why we're not getting Windows 12 this year at least, Microsoft being the world's most valuable company for the next five years, Google finally bringing native Arm64 support to Chrome on Windows, the latest Windows Insider updates, initial Apple Vision Pro reviews, how Apple's malicious compliance with new EU rules is ruffling feathers, and more!

Links:

Windows 12 might not arrive in 2024 -Windows Central

13 market analysts unanimously vote that Microsoft will be the world's most valuable company in the next five years - Windows Central

Google Chrome for Windows on Arm is FINALLY happening - Windows Central

Microsoft's new Windows OS installation UI is actually 10 years old - Windows Central

'Apple's new policy is a step in the wrong direction.' - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the rumoured next round of Surface PC hardware announcements, the new Samsung Galaxy S24 & how it compares to the Google Pixel 8, Apple allowing developers to submit apps to the App Store that can stream games, Microsoft teasing major updates to Sticky Notes, Microsoft cutting 1900 jobs from their gaming division, and more!

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Microsoft's next Surface PC announcements may take place in March - Windows Central

Samsung supercharges Galaxy S24, Plus, and Ultra with AI but spurns Bing in favor of Google - Windows Central

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is my dream phone - Windows Central

Apple clears way for Xbox Cloud Gaming app for iPhone and iPad - Windows Central

Microsoft teases BIG updates coming to the Sticky Notes tool on Windows 11 and Windows 10 soon - Windows Central

Microsoft is laying off 1900 employees at Xbox - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss all the fallout from CES 2024 & the major product announcements, including Microsoft's dedicated AI Copilot button, Copilot Pro, Intel's new Core Series 1 laptop chips, the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid, ASUS's ZenBook Duo, Dell XPS 14 and XPS 16, Dell's Alienware 32 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor, the HP OMEN Transcend 14, the leaked MSI Claw, XREAL's HoloLens-like Air 2 Ultra AR glasses, Google's crackdown on ad blockers, and more!

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Microsoft announces "most significant change to the Windows keyboard" in 30 years - Windows Central

Microsoft launches paid subscription for Copilot - Windows Central

Intel's new Core Series 1 laptop - Windows Central

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus (Gen 4) review - Windows Central

Meet the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid - Windows Central

ASUS just perfected one of my favorite laptops of recent years and my first thought is WOW - Windows Central

Dell XPS 14 and XPS 16 set the tone for laptops in 2024 - Windows Central

This new 4K Alienware monitor overcomes the limits of OLED, and its specs almost feel like cheating - Windows Central

HP vies for 'best 14-inch gaming laptop' title with an OLED display and Intel Core Ultra - Windows Central

Portable PC gaming handhelds are secretly my most anticipated tech innovation for 2024, and MSI makes the competition fierce - Windows Central

XREAL unveils the XREAL Air 2 Ultra AR glasses - Windows Central

CES 2024 awards - Windows Central

YouTube Premium might be the best solution for ads - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Intel's Meteor Lake CPUs redefining standards for AI-powered laptops in 2024, recap some of the major events of 2023 including Microsoft layoffs, the arrival of Bing Chat, OpenAI drama, Microsoft vs. the FTC, Panos Panay leaving Microsoft for Amazon, and discuss their expectations for PC & Windows in 2024...

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Intel's next-gen laptop CPUs unleashed. Can AI beat Apple? - Windows Central

Microsoft killed 16 different Windows 11 features in 2023 - Windows Central

NPUs are essential for AI, but what are they, and how do they differ from GPUs? - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft planning a next-gen Windows AI release in 2024, plus details on recent changes to the Windows roadmap, the latest on Windows 12, Microsoft announcing paid subscription for Windows 10 users, an 'undock-able' Copilot interface in the latest Windows 11 preview build, Xbox's new large Series X Compact Fridge, and more!

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EXCLUSIVE: Microsoft readies 'groundbreaking' AI-focused Windows release - Windows Central

Windows 12: Everything we know so far - Windows Central

Microsoft announces paid subscription for Windows 10 users - Windows Central

Microsoft tests 'undock-able' Copilot interface - Windows Central

The even BIGGER Xbox Series X Compact Fridge - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the saga of Sam Altman leaving OpenAI, being reinstated as CEO, Microsoft now holding a non-voting seat on the board, OpenAI being on the verge of hitting Sam Altman's AGI superintelligence benchmark, Windows 11 Build 23595 giving Copilot on Windows a new home, Windows 11 getting an enhanced 'energy saver' mode, Zac's thoughts on the Surface Go 4, Microsoft's Windows XP 'Bliss' Ugly Sweater, and more!

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Sam Altman is back at the helm as CEO after a chaotic weekend-long fiasco for OpenAI - Windows Central

OpenAI could be on the verge of hitting Sam Altman's AGI superintelligence benchmark - Windows Central

Strange Sam Altman saga concludes with Altman back as OpenAI CEO and Microsoft holding a non-voting seat on the board - Windows Central

Copilot on Windows has a new home - Windows Central

Windows 11 is getting an enhanced 'energy saver' mode - Windows Central

LIMITED EDITION: Microsoft's 2023 Windows Ugly Sweater features the iconic Windows XP 'Bliss' wallpaper - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft Copilot officially coming to Windows 10 soon, the changes coming to Windows 11 as a result of Microsoft complying with the Digital Markets Act, Apple using RCS messaging, all the fallout from Microsoft Ignite including Microsoft launching the "Windows app" & Teams using AI to clean up your messy room, OnePlus announcing that an integration with Microsoft Phone Link, and more!

Links:

It's official: Microsoft Copilot AI is coming to Windows 10 - Windows Central

Microsoft will let users uninstall Edge, Bing, and disable ads on Windows 11 - Windows Central

Microsoft unveils the 'Windows app' - Windows Central

Microsoft Teams will use AI to clean up your messy room - Windows Central

OnePlus now provides the best integration between an Android phone and Windows 11 - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft's plans to bring its AI Copilot to 1 billion Windows 10 users, the latest Windows 11 insider builds, Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite going toe-to-toe with Apple's new M3 Pro processor, Steam Deck OLED getting announced & Steam Deck 2 being confirmed, the latest on the Microsoft OneDrive drama, and more!

Links:

Microsoft will let you uninstall even more built-in Windows 11 apps soon - Windows Central

Exclusive: Microsoft plans to bring its AI Copilot to 1 billion Windows 10 users - Windows Central

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite goes toe-to-toe with Apple's new M3 Pro processor - Windows Central

Steam Deck 2 confirmed... kind of - Windows Central

Steam Deck OLED announced - Windows Central

Microsoft will now let you quit OneDrive on Windows 11 without any questions - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Snapdragon X Elite vs. Apple M3, Windows 11 version 23H2 going live, Microsoft removing the 'Movies & TV' app from Windows 11, Surface support being extended to six years, NVIDIA & AMD offering ARM CPUs for Windows PCs, and more

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Windows 11 version 23H2: All the new features in Microsoft's big OS update - Windows Central

The Windows 11 2023 Update (23H2) is now generally available, but there's a catch - Windows Central

Microsoft will remove the 'Movies & TV' app from Windows 11 soon - Windows Central

Microsoft commits to 6 years of firmware updates for new and some older Surface PCs - Windows Central

NVIDIA and AMD reportedly gearing up to offer ARM CPUs for Windows PCs - Windows Central

How does the Apple M3 compare to the Snapdragon X Elite? - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Zac discusses Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit & the unveiling of the Snapdragon X Elite processor, what's next for Windows, the future of Windows on ARM, Microsoft's Chief Marketing Officer leaving after 32 years & the subsequent reorg, and Dan interviews Kedar Kondap, SVP and GM of Compute and Gaming at Qualcomm about the new Snapdragon X Elite and Windows on ARM!

Links:

Snapdragon X Elite gets benchmarked, completely dunks on Apple's M2 processor - Windows Central

Windows finally has its Apple Mac moment - Windows Central

Microsoft Chief Marketing Officer leaves tech giant after 32 years - Windows Central

We chat with Qualcomm about the new Snapdragon X Elite and Windows on ARM - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss their exclusive report that Windows 11 is active on almost half a billion devices, the latest Windows 11 insider builds, the launch of 14th Gen Intel CPUs, Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal for Xbox being done, the new OnePlus Open, preview Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit, and more!

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Microsoft accidentally shipped this Windows 11 feature to Insiders - Windows Central

Exclusive: Windows 11 is active on almost half a billion devices, ahead of Microsoft's expectations - Windows Central

Intel Announces 14th Gen Processors - Windows Central

Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal for Xbox is now officially done - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Intel's CFO teasing a significant "Windows refresh" coming next year, Qualcomm announcing it's new Snapdragon X Series platform for PC, an ex-Microsoft developer bringing Android 14 to the Surface Duo, Lenovo's Yoga AIO 9i, 3D laptops, and more!

Links:

Qualcomm's next-gen PC processors to compete with Apple officially named Snapdragon X Series - Windows Central

Intel tease suggests 'Windows 12' really is coming in 2024 - Windows Central

Surface Duo gets Android 14 update, but it's not from Microsoft - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss whether the next version of Windows will require a subscription, get hands-on with the $5000 HP Spectre Foldable PC, review the Surface Laptop Studio 2 & Surface Laptop Go 3, reflect on the four-year anniversary of the Surface Neo & Surface Duo, and more!

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No, of course 'Windows 12' won't require a subscription to use it - Windows Central

HP's new 17-inch foldable PC - Windows Central

HP expands its massive Spectre Foldable PC to 11 more countries - Windows Central

Surface Laptop Studio 2 review - Windows Central

Surface Laptop Go 3 review - Windows Central

4 years ago, Microsoft thought dual-screen devices were the future - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the biggest leak in Xbox history and what we learnt from it, all the fallout from Microsoft's Surface & AI event, Panos Panay leaving Microsoft and what this means for the future of the Surface portfolio, the Windows 11 fall update, potential problems with Qualcomm's upcoming Oryon CPUs, and more!

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Leaked documents detail next-gen Xbox targeting 2028 - Windows Central

Microsoft's Surface and AI event: A massive blunder and missed opportunity - Windows Central

Surface and Windows lead Panos Panay is leaving Microsoft in major shake up - Windows Central

Review: The Windows 11 September 26, 2023 Update - Windows Central

Report suggests Qualcomm's upcoming Oryon CPUs stirred controversy among PC makers - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss what to expect from Microsoft's special Surface and AI event, the leak of Microsoft's Surface Laptop Studio 2 renders, updates to the Snipping Tool and Phone Link, a new AI feature for Microsoft's Android SwiftKey, Intel revealing the Thunderbolt 5, HP's new 17-inch foldable PC, and more!

Links:

What to expect from Microsoft's special Surface and AI event - Windows Central

Official Surface Laptop Studio 2 renders leak - Windows Central

Microsoft is bringing 'OCR' text recognition to Windows 11's Snipping Tool - Windows Central

A new AI feature for Microsoft's Android SwiftKey - Windows Central

Intel reveals Thunderbolt 5 - Windows Central

HP's new 17-inch foldable PC is the most versatile laptop I have ever seen - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft killing off Windows WordPad, Microsoft Paint's new AI feature, how a cheap MacBook could hurt Microsoft, Microsoft remembering the Surface Duo exists, review the Windows 11 2023 Update, the Razer Blade 14 (2023) Mercury Edition, the Monoprice 35 Zero-G UW-QHD (38035) Gaming Monitor, and more!

Links:

Windows 11 2023 Update Review - Windows Central

Microsoft will add this powerful Paint feature for FREE - Windows Central

Microsoft is killing the classic Windows WordPad app after almost 3 decades - Windows Central

How a cheap MacBook could hurt Microsoft - Windows Central

Razer Blade 14 (2023) Mercury Edition review - Windows Central

Monoprice 35 Zero-G UW-QHD (38035) Gaming Monitor review - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft's latest patent and whether it's for the next-gen Surface Duo, Paint & Photos getting AI capabilities, preview Microsoft's September Surface event, all the latest on Windows 11 insider builds, Bing Chat AI is coming to the Microsoft Launcher & Surface Duo, Zac reviews his new Google Pixel Fold phone & the Lenovo Legion Go, Dan reveals what he can about his trip to Intel Labs in Malaysia, and more!

Links:

Windows 11 will soon let you uninstall even more in-box apps - Windows Central

Microsoft may bring AI capabilities to apps like Paint and Photos on Windows 11 - Windows Central

Microsoft announces 2023 Surface event - Windows Central

Microsoft patents 360-degree folding display — is this the Surface Duo 3? - Windows Central

Bing Chat AI is FINALLY coming to the Microsoft Launcher and Surface Duo - Windows Central

I tried Lenovo's new Steam Deck and ROG Ally killer - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss whether Skype is not long for this world, Windows 365 Switch, Windows 11 cutting support for 44 CPUs, the potential final update for the Surface Duo, Quake 2 remaster coming to Xbox Game Pass, review the Samsung Galaxy Fold 5 & Dell Latitude 9440, and more!

Links:

Microsoft News Roundup: Windows 365 Switch and Windows 11 cutting support for 44 CPUs - Windows Central

Microsoft ships Surface Duo July update in August as support for device limps along - Windows Central

Surface Duo is (effectively) dead, but you can get a Samsung Galaxy Fold 5 instead - Windows Central

Quake 2 now available on Xbox Game Pass - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the leak of Microsoft's StagingTool that unlocks hidden Windows 11 features, the RGB option coming to Windows 11, Windows 11 preview build 23516, Microsoft's Surface Go 4 getting postponed, everything we know about the Surface Laptop Go 3, the brilliant Robo & Kala 2-in-1 Laptop, review Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 & Flip 5, and more!

Links:

Microsoft accidentally leaks internal tool that can enable hidden Windows 11 features - Windows Central

Microsoft forgot to mention this awesome RGB option coming to Windows 11 - Windows Central

Windows 11 is getting true HDR desktop wallpaper support - Windows Central

Microsoft postpones Surface Go 4 with ARM - Windows Central

Surface Laptop Go 3: Specs, features, and everything we know so far - Windows Central

Don't waste your money on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 - Windows Central

This might be the BEST deal I've ever seen on a Windows 11 device - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss what we know so far about the Surface Laptop Studio 2, Microsoft Build 23506, Microsoft's militarised HoloLens entering another round of testing, the FTC looking into ChatGPT, ASUS saving Intel NUC mini PCs, preview Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, debate the best travel laptops, and more!

Links:

Surface Laptop Studio 2 revealed - Windows Central

Microsoft preinstalls the new Outlook app on Windows 11 in latest Insider Preview - Windows Central

Microsoft's militarized HoloLens to enter next wave of testing - Windows Central

FTC is now taking a look at OpenAI's ChatGPT - Windows Central

ASUS just saved Intel NUC mini PCs from extinction - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss yet more drama between the FTC and Microsoft over the Activision-Xbox deal, the Windows 11 23H2 update, the return of Emojigate following the latest Windows 11 Insider Build, Major Nelson stepping down from Xbox, and more!

Links:

The next big Windows 11 feature update - Windows Central

Emojigate returns - Windows Central

Microsoft vs FTC - Windows Central

Larry Hryb 'Major Nelson' stepping down - Windows Central

FTC loses again - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Windows Copilot & why Zac is disappointed with it, mainstream consumer AI use, all the fallout from Meta launching Threads, what it means for Twitter & social media going forward, review Robo & Kala's 2-In-1 laptop, and more!

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First look at Windows Copilot - Windows Central

Why Microsoft won't be the company to mainstream consumer AI use - Windows Central

Meta's 'Threads' reaches 100 million users - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss what to expect from 'Windows 12', Windows 11 insider build updates, the Android 13 Pixel experience on Surface Duo, their fall expectations for Surface, Dan's thoughts on the ASUS ROG Ally, and more!

Links:

Windows 12: everything we know so far - Windows Central

You won't lose these Windows 11 File Explorer features - Windows Central

Say good-bye to the time and date in the Windows 11 system tray - Windows Central

Check out the Surface Duo running Android 13 - Windows Central

I was wrong about the ASUS ROG Ally - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Intel's most significant brand update in 15 years, Microsoft removing File Explorer features on Windows 11, all the fallout from the Xbox Games Showcase 2023, and there's reviews of the NewQ 16-in-1 docking station, Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga, ASUS ROG Swift OLED, Beelink SER5 Pro 5800H, and more!

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Intel makes bold move - Windows Central

Microsoft is getting rid of the following File Explorer features - Windows Central

Xbox Games Showcase 2023 - Windows Central

Review: NewQ 16-in-1 docking station - Windows Central

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 8) review - Windows Central

ASUS ROG Swift OLED review - Windows Central

Beelink SER5 Pro 5800H review - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the fallout from WWDC including Apple's Vision Pro & how it compares to Microsoft HoloLens, Windows 11's new features, the Windows AI copilot, debate the Pixel Fold's price & software, review the Asus ROG Ally, and more!

Links:

Apple's AR Vision Pro headset isn't the HoloLens competitor I thought it was going to be - Windows Central

Windows 11 version 23H2: New features - Windows Central

Asus ROG Ally review - Windows Central

Latest Windows 11 preview - Windows Central

I hate that people are going to love Apple Vision Pro VR - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft killing support for Cortana on Windows 10 & 11, Microsoft Paint dark mode, the problems with Surface Duo's May 2023 update, Qualcomm's upcoming Oryon chip, Dan's attempts to get Diablo 4, boomer shooters, review the Dell XPS 17 & Lenovo ThinkPad X13s, and more!

Links:

Microsoft is killing Cortana - Windows Central

Microsoft Paint is FINALLY getting dark mode support - Windows Central

Surface Duo's May 2023 firmware update - Windows Central

Qualcomm Oryon chip specs to be unveiled - Windows Central

I'm addicted to 7 boomer shooters - Windows Central

Dell XPS 17 (9730) review - Windows Central

Lenovo ThinkPad X13s review - Windows Central

Diablo 4 Review - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss all the big announcements from Microsoft's annual developer conference including Windows Copilot, Microsoft Edge getting a new look, the Microsoft Store being enthused with AI technology, major widgets news, and more!

Links:

Microsoft Build 2023's Biggest Announcments - Windows Central

Windows 11 is getting its own integrated AI assistant - Windows Central

Microsoft Edge gets a new look - Windows Central

Windows 11's Microsoft Store AI - Windows Central

Windows 11 Widget News - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss whether the PC market could return to normal this year, Microsoft updating SwiftKey with AI compose mode, a Surface Duo-optimized version of Android 14, Samsung potentially putting Bing on their smartphones, review the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i & Razer Nommo V2 Pro speakers, and more!

Links:

PC market might return to normal this year - Windows Central

Microsoft updates SwiftKey with AI compose mode - Windows Central

A Surface Duo-optimized version of Android 14 - Windows Central

Sorry Bing, Samsung is sticking with Google - Windows Central

Razer Nommo V2 Pro review - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the Google Pixel Fold, Windows 11's 'Moment 3', Bing AI's struggles against Google's market share, the ASUS ROG Ally, review Dell's UltraSharp 6K Monitor, Bluesky, and more!

Links:

The next big Windows 11 feature update is imminent - Windows Central

The Google Pixel Fold has ruined my love for the Surface Duo - Windows Central

Has Bing AI managed to put a dent in Google's market share? - Windows Central

ASUS ROG Ally unleashed - Windows Central

Dell's UltraSharp 6K Monitor Review - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft abandoning their dual-screen foldable smartphone, Windows 11 updates & the end of Windows 10, the spiritual return of Windows Gadgets, third-party plugin support on Bing Chat AI, review Redfall, and more!

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The Microsoft Surface Duo is in trouble - Windows Central

Microsoft is modernizing even more parts of File Explorer - Windows Central

Microsoft is planning a major change to widgets - Windows Central

Get ready for third-party plugin support on Bing Chat AI - Windows Central

Redfall Review - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the war between Microsoft & Twitter, the upcoming Surface Go 4 & what to expect, Google Bard being 'worse than useless', Microsoft building their own AI chips, review the Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro, and more!

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Microsoft vs. Twitter - Windows Central

Surface Go 4: Everything you need to know - Windows Central

Google Bard 'Worse Than Useless' - Windows Central

Microsoft Creating Its Own AI Chips - Windows Central

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro Review - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Windows 11 updates & controversies, a Windows 11 'Handheld Gaming Mode', Microsoft bringing Windows 11 to HoloLens 2, potential AI regulations, review Dell's UltraSharp 49 Curved Monitor & the Surface Pro 9, and more!

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Windows 11 Updates - Microsoft Central

Microsoft Bringing Windows 11 To HoloLens 2 - Windows Central

Windows 11 Handheld Gaming Mode - Windows Central

AI Regulations In The Making? - Windows Central

Dell UltraSharp 49 Curved Monitor Review - Windows Central

Surface Pro 9 Review - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft's upcoming Surface Dock 3, running Windows 10X on the Surface Duo, Bing AI Chat on Microsoft Edge, the ASUS ROG Ally April Fools saga, and more!

Links:

Microsoft's Upcoming 'Surface Dock 3' - Windows Central

You Can Now Run Windows 10X On The Surface Duo - Windows Central

How To Enable Bing AI Chat Directly In Microsoft Edge - Windows Central

ASUS ROG Ally April Fools' Joke - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Dan and Zac dive into some exclusive info regarding Windows Core PC, Surface Hub 2 SG2 details, the launch of Teams 2.0, the latest dire predictions regarding the future of AI, a host of new reviews, and so much more!

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the Windows 11 news and the 'aCropalypse' bug, what to expect from Surface this spring, the latest developments with Bing Chat AI, preview Microsoft Loop, and more!

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Windows 11 Snipping Tool 'aCropalypse' Bug - Windows Central

Microsoft Loop - Windows Central

Bing Chat AI Can Generate Images - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss Microsoft Office's new AI 'Copilot', OpenAI unveiling GPT-4, Dell's shockingly affordable Windows on ARM laptop, review the HP Dragonfly Pro, and more!

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Microsoft Word gets new AI 'Copilot' - Windows Central

OpenAI unveils GPT-4 - Windows Central

HP Dragonfly Pro Review - Windows Central

Dell's First Windows 11 On ARM Laptop - Windows Central

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On this week's episode of the Window's Central Podcast, Dan and Zac discuss the new Windows Canary Ring and what it means for the next version of Windows, Bing Chat AI helping Microsoft Bing hit 100m daily active users, the Surface Laptop Studio 2 leak, the return of classic Taskbar features on Windows 11, Sony showing its true colors, and more!

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Microsoft Bing just crossed 100 million daily active users - Windows Central

Surface Laptop Studio 2 LEAKED - Windows Central

Microsoft is bringing back classic Taskbar features on Windows 11 - Windows Central

Sony blasts Microsoft's Xbox Activision deal - Windows Central

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