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Windows Central Podcast: Are Microsoft's new Surface PCs too expensive?

On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss Microsoft's new Surface for Business announcements, and their pricing.

Windows Central · May 22

Microsoft refuses to make the ultimate Surface Laptop, forcing people to choose between its best features

The Surface Laptop 8 for Business adds a privacy screen that works far better than film protectors, but choosing it means losing 5G. It continues Microsoft’s habit of spreading important Surface features across different models instead of building one complete device.

Windows Central · May 20

Is the new Surface Pro for Business (12th Edition) worth an upgrade over the Pro 11? Here's what you need to know before you buy.

Microsoft just launched a new Surface Pro for Business (12th Edition) featuring Intel's "Panther Lake" Core Ultra Series 3 chips. Is it an upgrade you should rush out and buy? I compare the new model to the last-gen Surface Pro 11 to find out.

Windows Central · May 19

ON THIS DAY: Microsoft will focus on desktops with UWP — here's why you should care

Microsoft has a problem with its Universal Windows Platform (UWP) and what it means for developers and consumers. Here is how they plan to fix that and why it means ignore phones.

Windows Central · May 1

"Microsoft finally remembers why Windows enthusiasts matter” — from Insider reboot to update control and community fixes, Windows 11 is finding its footing again

After months of frustration, this week’s Windows 11 news hints at a shift: Microsoft is rethinking its approach while the community keeps shaping the OS from the outside.

Windows Central · Apr 27

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.

Windows Central · Apr 21

"There are over 5,700 combinations.": I attended Panasonic's USS Intrepid press conference and saw 10Gbps, Wi‑Fi 7 and on‑device AI in the new Toughbook 56, but should you swap out your Toughbook 55?

The Panasonic Toughbook 56 tightens up what made the 55 MK3 useful and adds faster networking, newer Intel Series 2 CPUs, Wi‑Fi 7, and a stronger security stack — all in a highly modular package built for long field deployments.

Windows Central · Apr 16

ASUS Zenbook A16 vs. Zenbook S 16: Lots of similarities don't necessarily make for an easy choice, and it might come down to pricing and performance hardware

ASUS now has Zenbook A16 and Zenbook S 16 models on the market, and at first glance, they seem quite similar. But once you get inside, differences begin to appear. I've put together this comparison based on our reviews of both laptops to help you make the right decision.

Windows Central · Apr 15

"It still won’t be my dream Surface Pro": The missing piece Microsoft never built vanished — and it’s not coming back

Even if Microsoft perfects the Surface Pro 12, it still won’t be the device I’ve been waiting for. The one accessory that made the Surface Pro feel like a real laptop vanished — and Microsoft never replaced it.

Windows Central · Apr 11

"The MacBook Air is no longer the best lightweight laptop": I compare the new ASUS Zenbook A16 to show how it dominates Apple's sleek notebook in key areas

We got our hands on the new ASUS Zenbook A16 for in-depth testing, and it's clear that the new Windows laptop is gunning for Apple's lightweight MacBook Air 15. Here's how the two devices compare in terms of design, features, displays, performance, efficiency, and pricing.

Windows Central · Apr 7