The best Xbox games for 2023

A series of missteps put Microsoft in second place before the Xbox One even came out. With the launch of the

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                        Microsoft’s big Windows 11 update drops on September 26 with Copilot AI baked in

Microsoft is releasing a big Windows 11 update next week, on September 26. The catchily-named 23H2 is packed with some real game changing features, along with a whole bunch of quality of life improvements. The update arrives just in time for the launch of the just-announced Surface Laptop Go 3 and the

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                        Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 hands-on: More ports and a much-needed spec bump

The Surface Laptop Studio is sort of a unique PC thanks to its innovative hinged display, stylus support and well-rounded specs. In some ways it's the ultimate jack-of-all-trades but master of none system. And now a sequel has arrived sporting a much-needed spec bump and the addition of some long-requested features including a microSD card sl

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                        Everything Microsoft announced at its Surface and AI event

It was Microsoft's turn to step up to the plate and hold a fall hardware event on Thursday. Although Surface devices were the name of the game, there was a heavy — and I mean heavy — focus on AI. In the company's first event since longtime Chief Product Officer Panos Panay

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                        Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds review: Spatial audio makes all the difference

Most earbud and headphone makers are starting to skip the annual update cycle. Sure, many of them release a new model regularly, but in terms of overhauling a previous product, the timelines are typically more extended. Bose has made an exception, choosing to reveal

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                        Microsoft wants its Copilot AI to be your personal shopper

Microsoft announced Copilot for shopping on Bing and Edge at its 2023 Surface event on Thursday. The company plans to make Copilot a part of all its flagship products like Windows, Edge and more. Copilot for shopping will help you decide on a style, locate a specific item and buy it, according to the company. 

But the new launch may b

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                        'Everywhere' gameplay trailer shows off an ambitious sandbox with a Fortnite aesthetic

Build a Rocket Boy has unveiled a new trailer for Everywhere, an ambitious sandbox title that will enable players to build their own experiences and explore others. If that sounds a bit like Fortnite on the surface, just wait until you see the ar

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                        The Surface Laptop Go 3 starts at $799 and arrives on October 3

Microsoft unveiled the Surface Laptop Go 3 during its fall hardware (and AI) event on Thursday. The company says the latest model will run for up to to 15 hours on a single charge and that it will be ultra thin (0.62 inches) and ultra light (a hair under 2.5 pounds). 

It has a 12.4-inch touchscreen with a 3:2 ratio, a resolution of 15

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                        Windows' Copilot AI starts rolling out September 26

Despite it nominally being a Surface-centric event, Microsoft sure spent a lot of time talking about AI on Thursday. "We believe it has the potential to help you be more knowledgeable, more productive, more creative, more connected to the people and things around you," Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella told the assembled crowd of reporters. "We think there's also an opportunity beyond work and life to have one experience that works across your entire life." 

To

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                        The best smart home gadgets for 2023

Whether you’re just dipping your toes into smart home automation or adding new devices to your growing setup, there have never been more IoT gadgets for you to choose from. But before you dive in, we have some advice. For one, don’t try to outfit your entire smart home with all new products in one go – that goes for both newbies and those familiar with smart home gadgets. Not only can this be quite expensive (especially as a homeowner), we think it’s generally best to

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