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Now's the best time to ditch Windows and switch to Chromebooks

We shouldn't think of Chromebooks as the red-headed step child of the computing world. Google's dedication and investment in ChromeOS is paying off in a big way, even if we don't yet have a new Pixelbook.

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Surface Pro 11 could have emptied my wallet to be my new Copilot+ PC if Microsoft hadn't missed one crucial launch option

Microsoft provides a new platform for AI PCs with Copilot+, but its in-house Surface Pro 11 doesn't quite convince me while it misses part of my personal criteria.

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Here is EVERY Copilot+ PC announced this week, including Microsoft Surface, Dell XPS, Lenovo ThinkPad, and more

Copilot+ PCs run on Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X processors and offer AI features that you can't find anywhere else. Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, and Samsung all announced new PCs within the category.

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The new OmniBook X AI PC powered by Snapdragon X represents a whole new era for HP laptops

HP announced the new OmniBook X laptop powered by Snapdragon X Elite chip. It's one of the new Copilot+ PCs expected to launch in June, and it's a consumer-focused counterpart to HP's EliteBook Ultra G1q also revealed today.

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How to set up an eSIM on a laptop: Best providers, compatible laptops, and more

Having an eSIM provides you with mobile data without needing to worry about a physical card. Here's how to set up an eSIM on your laptop.

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What is Snapdragon X Elite? Explaining Qualcomm's new flagship Arm laptop processors.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite is a powerful collection of processors designed to deliver outstanding performance and efficiency for all purposes, including AI. It's expected to revolutionize Windows on Arm.

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Do you need 5G in a laptop?

5G connectivity isn't new to laptops, but it's expected to become more prevalent thanks to the next generation of Windows on Arm devices headed our way. Do you need 5G, or is Wi-Fi good enough? We can help you decide.

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Microsoft eludes EU antitrust merger probe over its multi-billion dollar investment in OpenAI amid claims it's turned into 'a glorified IT department for the hot startup'

The EU antitrust watchdog won't launch a formal probe looking into Microsoft's multi-billion dollar investment in OpenAI. According to sources familiar with the matter, the European Union has established that the tech giant's investment in the AI startup isn't an acquisition.

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Microsoft all but confirms its AI PC and Windows 11 on Arm plans with Build 2024 schedule

Microsoft Build 2024 is next month, and AI PCs and Windows 11 on Arm are expected to be major focuses at the event. Session titles and descriptions give us a glimpse of what to expect.

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Microsoft says ChatGPT isn't better than Copilot AI; you're just not using it as intended

Most Microsoft Copilot users complain that it isn't as good as ChatGPT. Microsoft says they are different products, and the users' reluctance to upgrade to new versions of apps and poor prompt engineering practices are negatively impacting the chatbot's responses.

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Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT want to be anything but themselves to give you better, more detailed, and accurate responses

Multiple reports suggest that Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT are more likely to generate more accurate responses when you trick them into thinking they are someone else and use positive reinforcement to boost their morale.

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As we march closer to a Surface Pro 10, Microsoft's Surface Pro 7 reaches end of support

The Surface Pro 7 will no longer receive firmware or driver updates, but it will keep getting Windows feature and security updates for a while.

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Lenovo's transparent laptop screen is impressive, but why would you want this?

During MWC, Lenovo showed off the ThinkBook Transparent Display Laptop with a see-through screen and keyboard that turns into a drawing board. It's cool, but who is this laptop for?

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Microsoft News Roundup: Call of Duty on Game Pass, XPS 14 & 16, and more reviews than you can shake a stick at

This week we learned Call of Duty will launch on Xbox Game Pass and saw Dell launch three stunning XPS laptops. You can catch up on all the biggest Microsoft and gaming news right here!

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Dell XPS 14 (9440) review: An outstanding Windows laptop, thanks to its minimalist design, superior display, and powerful graphics

Dell's new "middle-child" XPS is arguably the one most people should get, thanks to its gorgeous 14.5-inch OLED display, powerful Core Ultra 7 H processor, and NVIDIA RTX 4050 L GPU. With its cutting-edge design and sleek minimalist aesthetic, the new XPS 14 (9440) looks great and has the power…

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Move over Chrome and Edge, Windows 11 has a new ARM browser

Brave just launched a version of its browser optimized for Windows 11 on ARM PCs. The new version comes out ahead of the highly anticipated Snapdragon X Elite processor that could be the "holy grail in Windows computing."

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Windows Central Podcast #337: Copilot Pro and CES 2024

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, and more!

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

Samsung just unveiled the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra. The flagship phones feature the latest specs and a slew of AI features.

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You're sitting in your computer chair wrong and it could be causing aches and pains — Thank you Razer and 1HP for showing me the error of my ways

Razer partnered with 1HP at CES 2024 to educate people about proper office chair and gaming chair positioning, which could help reduce aches and pains for people who sit at computers for long stretches.

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Samsung and Microsoft figure out how to use smartphone cameras as webcams a few years too late

Samsung shared that its future flagship phones will support being used as Windows webcams. The company also announced integration between Samsung phones and PCs with Microsoft's Copilot.

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Dell XPS 13 Plus subtracts the 'Plus' and keeps the radical redesign and adds NPU — meet the NEW XPS 13

Dell just unveiled the new XPS 13 ahead of CES 2024. The laptop combines the futuristic design of the XPS 13 with the latest processors from Intel, including NPU processors designed for AI.

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OpenAI sneaks out website update, no longer lists Microsoft as minority owner

At some point this month, OpenAI stopped listing Microsoft as a minority owner. Instead, the organization's website now lists Microsoft as having a minority economic interest. Here's what that means.

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Intel's gambit: New Core Ultra mobile CPUs take on Apple and AMD with AI chips, double the graphics power and ultra-efficient laptops. But will it work?

Intel unveils specs for select Core Ultra series mobile CPUs, featuring a new core setup focused on efficiency, AI enhancements, and updates to its Evo platform for 2024.

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Lenovo Legion Go review: Steam Deck and ROG Ally have a worthy gaming handheld competitor

Legion Go has the largest display of any Windows gaming handheld and visuals can render beautifully on this device, but it isn't perfect. Our review.

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Results are in: Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite goes toe-to-toe with Apple’s new M3 Pro processor

The latest benchmarks are out on Apple's new M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max processors. Here's how they stack up against Qualcomm's forthcoming Snapdragon X Elite for Windows laptops. The results will surprise you.

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