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I dug into the Windows 11 features insiders got in May 2026 and here’s what matters most

Windows 11 Insider builds in May 2026 introduced Screen tint, Voice Isolation, Start menu customization, Windows Ready Print, and more.

Windows Central · Jun 2

I tried Microsoft's incredible Surface Laptop Ultra: This might be the best laptop ever made, and RTX Spark is seriously impressive

I went hands-on with Microsoft's new Surface Laptop Ultra ahead of launch later this year, and I've been blown away by its design and, more importantly, performance.

Windows Central · Jun 2

"An insanely myopic move": Microsoft backs off legal threats against Windows security researchers after BitLocker backlash

Microsoft assures researchers they can report flaws without fear of lawsuits following uproar from the community, but promises to work with law enforcement against individuals who cause harm to customers.

Windows Central · Jun 2

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Forza Horizon 6: Best Drag Cars and tuning setups to dominate the leaderboards

Drag racing is the pinnacle of Forza Horizon Festival racing, and an all-new multiplayer mode will keep you busy perfecting your ride.

Windows Central · Jun 2

I never knew being a lying, corrupt detective could be so fun — Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy found a way, and I can't get enough

I was given the chance to check out the closed beta test for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, an upcoming CRPG where you investigate dark conspiracies and engage in bloody turn-based battles. If you're a fan of Warhammer 40,000 and CRPGs, here's why it should be on your wishlist.

Windows Central · Jun 2

'Flydigi Vader 5S' wired Xbox controller review — It's a bit ugly, but it has some fantastic features I wish more Xbox controllers had by default

"Don't judge a book by its cover" is especially true for the Flydigi Vader 5S, whose gaudy and incongruous design betrays some pretty awesome features that I wish more controllers had.

Windows Central · Jun 2

"The best gaming keyboard I've ever used": ASUS gave its ROG Azoth Extreme a golden glow-up to celebrate 20 years, and the results are spectacular

To celebrate 20 years of ASUS ROG, the company has released an "Edition 20" version of its awesome Azoth Extreme mechanical gaming keyboard. It's crazy expensive, but it's also undeniably luxe. Here's what you need to know before you buy.

Windows Central · Jun 2

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"Practically every high-performance feature I can think of": I never thought I needed a gold-plated gaming mouse, but here we are

It's ASUS ROG's 20th birthday this year, and to celebrate, the company has launched a special "Edition 20" ROG Harpe II Extreme gaming mouse with a gold-plated interior and high-performance specs. Here are my thoughts after a couple of weeks of full-time use.

Windows Central · Jun 2

“Globetrotting is a key part of Modern Warfare”: Here’s what we know about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer maps and modes for launch

Infinity Ward, the lead development studio for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, has confirmed details for the game's upcoming multiplayer experience, including maps and game play modes.

Windows Central · Jun 1

Microsoft’s share price rallies as Windows on Arm, NVIDIA N1X, and RTX Spark drive investor confidence

Computex has seen a raft of interesting news for Windows on Arm, as NVIDIA commits its first N1X Arm chip to a wave of new PCs targeting the autumn.

Windows Central · Jun 1

Microsoft and Xbox are giving away this slept-on exclusive game free for an entire month — make sure you get it while the offer's on the table

Microsoft and Xbox have made this oft-forgotten exclusive game available to own and play for free for the entirety of June. Why not take advantage?

Windows Central · Jun 1

NVIDIA's new "RTX Spark" platform is less of a threat to Qualcomm's chips and more of an ally to Microsoft's Windows on ARM PCs

NVIDIA confidently enters the Windows on ARM space with its new RTX Spark processors, but that doesn't make the N1x chip an enemy to Qualcomm or Snapdragon X.

Windows Central · Jun 1

"Guardians make their own fate": As a Destiny 3 petition surges, Destiny 2 dev calls on players to log in for its final content update on June 9

Ahead of Destiny 2's final content update Monument of Triumph, one dev is rallying players to log in for it as a Destiny 3 petition surges.

Windows Central · Jun 1

How to watch Microsoft Build 2026: Windows 11, NVIDIA RTX Spark, AI agents, and more

Microsoft Build kicks off this week, and you can watch the keynote and dozens of sessions online. This guide shows you how to follow the event, what’s free, what’s in‑person only, and what to expect from the event.

Windows Central · Jun 1

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Windows Central · Jun 1

ASUS unveils the ROG Xbox Ally X20 with a new OLED display and translucent body

ASUS has officially unveiled the ROG Ally X20, a new handheld gaming device featuring a 7.4-inch OLED display, a redesigned translucent shell, and bundled XREAL AR glasses. While performance remains largely unchanged thanks to the Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme chipset, the OLED screen addresses one of the most common criticisms…

Windows Central · Jun 1

Microsoft’s own data suggests AI is more expensive than hiring humans, as a mystery firm burns USD 500 million on Claude in one month

Microsoft data shows AI costs surpass payroll, with a $500 million Claude fiasco proving how expensive automation can get.

Windows Central · Jun 1

Baldur's Gate 3's D&D RPG predecessor is getting a remake according to a new report — and I wouldn't be surprised if the first game was, too

Baldur's Gate 3 publisher Wizards of the Coast is reportedly making a remake of the second game in the D&D RPG series. Is the original getting one, too?

Windows Central · Jun 1

Adobe will supercharge Photoshop and Premiere with RTX Spark and the N1x chip

Adobe promises up to double the performance for effects, AI, and editing in upcoming Photoshop and Premiere updates. The gains come from optimizing both apps for NVIDIA’s RTX Spark platform.

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Windows Central · Jun 1

Xbox expands "Stream your own game" library with ABZU, Bastion, 007 First Light, and more

Xbox has expanded its "Stream your own game" feature with more than 32 additional titles, including 007 First Light, Bastion, ABZU, Untitled Goose Game, Ghostrunner, and My Time at Portia, further growing the list of games players can stream across supported devices.

Windows Central · Jun 1

Microsoft veteran revisits NVIDIA's first Windows on ARM experiment with a nostalgic Tegra video shot on Windows Phone — Will history repeat itself in 2026?

Microsoft veteran Steven Sinofsky recalls Nvidia’s first Windows-on-Arm test, raising questions around the latest Nvidia and Arm thrust into Windows.

Windows Central · Jun 1

Gears of War: Redux is the fan-built overhaul that I always wanted from Microsoft — Horde Mode, new maps, and Xbox 360-style achievements included

Gears of War: Redux is a community-built overhaul of the original PC version of Gears of War, adding Horde Mode, new maps, Xbox 360-style achievements, improved AI, modern hardware support, and a range of quality-of-life enhancements ahead of its June 17 release.

Windows Central · Jun 1

Xbox fan backlash to "PlayStation logos in the Showcase" isn't about gatekeeping — it's about distrust

Everybody with a brain knows it takes five seconds to go online and find out whether a game is multiplatform. Microsoft's logo "transparency" simply has users doubting whether it's truly behind Xbox's long-term success.

Windows Central · Jun 1

Qualcomm responds to NVIDIA's new RTX Spark Windows on Arm chips: "Welcome to the family. We're excited"

Qualcomm SVP Kedar Kondap has shared his thoughts on NVIDIA entering the PC space, and he reckons it's good news for everybody.

Windows Central · Jun 1

ASUS ProArt P16 and P14 N1X bring workstation‑class power, RTX graphics, and AI‑PC performance for creators

ASUS joins the RTX Spark revolution with the ProArt P16 and P14, featuring 128GB of RAM and Blackwell GPUs to challenge the MacBook Pro.

Windows Central · Jun 1

Modern Warfare 4 gameplay shows off the new movement system and first look at Create-a-Class emerges

New Modern Warfare 4 gameplay footage reveals Infinity Ward's updated movement system, pipe climbing mechanics, slide canceling, and a redesigned Create-a-Class interface ahead of the game's October launch.

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