FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 27 | History Defined

Microsoft predicts memory crisis will affect its revenue as struggling OEMs won't be as liberal with Windows spending

Reaping what it sows in the AI era, perhaps.

PC Gamer · Apr 30

Microsoft CEO says the company is focused on 'fundamentals' to 'win back fans and strengthen engagement' in Windows 11

The software giant has already made some changes, so let's hope they stick.

PC Gamer · Apr 30

France threw a funeral for Windows 10 — complete with a coffin and chants of Microsoft's "programmed obsolescence"

French activists staged a symbolic funeral for Windows 10, slamming Microsoft’s forced Windows 11 upgrades and planned obsolescence.

Windows Central · Apr 30

ON THIS DAY: Continuum will be built into Windows 10 for Phones, turning your phone into a PC

11 years ago, Microsoft unveiled Continuum for Windows 10 Mobile—a feature that promised to blur the line between smartphone and desktop PC. By connecting a phone to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse, users could run a desktop-like environment powered entirely by their pocket device. We’re reaching into the Windows Central…

Windows Central · Apr 29

Windows K2 status tracker: Keeping tabs on every Windows 11 commitment Microsoft has made in 2026

Microsoft has promised to fix Windows 11's biggest flaws, but actions speak louder than words. So, let's track its progress.

Windows Central · Apr 29

Valve rolls out the red carpet for its new Steam controller with battery warnings, gamepad quick-chat and—bonus!—remote download controls

Finally, even less reason to get up off the sofa.

PC Gamer · Apr 29

"First time in years I didn't uninstall a WP launcher after 10 minutes": METROV could be a hit if you loved the look of Windows Phone 8.1

Although Windows Phone went away years ago, it has lived on in the hearts of many. This custom Android launcher returns the feel of WP 8.1, and it's starting to get attention.

Windows Central · Apr 29

Chinese GPU maker Lisuan Tech becomes only the fourth GPU maker ever to earn Microsoft WHQL certification — LX 7G100 GPU joins Nvidia, AMD, and Intel as it crosses the WHQL driver finish line, first Chinese firm to earn certification

Lisuan Tech has secured Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) certification for its 6nm graphics cards, making it only the fourth company to ever do so.

Tom’s Hardware · Apr 29

"GitHub is failing me, every single day, and it is personal": After Xbox and Windows, now GITHUB is in crisis — Microsoft, what are you doing?

One of GitHub's most staple contributors announced they are abandoning ship due to constant outages. GitHub's COO responds, promising change, but is it all too little too late?

Windows Central · Apr 29

Dell XPS 14 (2026) review: The best Windows laptop of the year?

Dell's refreshed XPS is a stunner

T3 · Apr 29