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How to stream Xbox games with Game Pass Ultimate

If you have Game Pass Ultimate, you've already been able to stream some select games. Now, Xbox is letting you stream select games you own. Here's how to do it.
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I regret buying the iPad Pro. This surprising Windows tablet showed me why

The Asus ProArt PZ13 is arguably one of the nicest value-first tablets out there for serious work. It was a cakewalk for me to ditch the mighty iPad Pro.
Lucia and her partner rob a store in GTA 6.

4 big predictions for where video games are going in 2025

From the Nintendo Switch 2's launch to the potentially devastating impact of tariffs, here's what we predict will be 2025's most defining moments for gaming.
Living room with Microsoft Xbox Series X (L) and Sony PlayStation 5 home video game consoles alongside a television and soundbar.

2024 gaming report card: How did PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo fare?

The PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch all had a strange 2024. Which console scored best in our annual year-end report card?
Bayek atop the Sphynx and overlooking ancient Egypt in a promo image for Assassin's Creed Origins.

Microsoft’s recent Windows 11 update is breaking games

If you've run into trouble playing your games since a recent Windows 11 update, you aren't alone. Players across multiple games report crashing and freezing.
Nintendo Switch.

We predicted gaming’s 2024 last December. Here’s what we got right (and wrong)

We made big predictions about Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft back in January. Almost none of them were correct.
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The biggest gaming news of 2024: Concord flops, Palworld vs. Nintendo, and more

From Nintendo suing the company behind Palworld to Xbox shifting toward a multiplatform strategy, these news stories defined the game industry in 2024.
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Microsoft patent hints at future return of the Surface Duo

A patent shows Microsoft is working on a new hinge design that could end up being used on a folding smartphone, and mark the return of the Surface Duo line.
Someone using a MacBook Pro M4.

Macs need Face ID, but not if it’s like Windows Hello

Apple is rumored to be bringing Face ID to the Mac. Here's why that's a good thing, but only if Apple does this one thing that solves a key problem.
Master Chief in Halo Combat Evolved.

You can play Halo’s original 1999 demo for the first time

A massive leak has revealed over 25 years of Halo content — over 100GBs worth — including a playable version of its original demo.
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3 games leaving Xbox Game Pass you should play this weekend (December 27-29)

A bunch of games are leaving Xbox Game Pass at the end of 2024, so this is your last weekend to check them out.
Xbox Series X on a table.

How to connect AirPods to Xbox Series X

A new pair of headphones for your Xbox Series X can be expensive, but what if you could use those AirPods you already have? You can, but only with a workaround.
Xbox Series X and S system.

11 key settings to change on your Xbox Series X

There are some key settings you should change on your Xbox Series X or Series S to get the most out of your games.
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The most common Xbox Series X problems and how to fix them

The Xbox Series X and S are impressive consoles, but they aren't free of problems. Here, we cover the most common Xbox Series X problems and how to fix them.
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Windows 11 vs. macOS Sequoia: Which is the better upgrade?

Windows 11 and macOS Sequoia are the latest and greatest operating systems. We've examined both to find out all the similarities and differences between them.
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Google one-ups Microsoft by making chats easier to transfer

Google reduces downtime for teams by making it easier to transfer chats. Discover what the chat migration is all about.
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32 hours of battery life? This upcoming ultralight laptop sounds killer

Asus has announced its CES 2025 event and revealed a teaser trailer for what it calls the world's lightest Copilot+ PC.
The Mental Wellness Awareness Xbox design.

At the end of 2024, Xbox finds itself as a crossroads

Xbox finally delivered the strong games it needed this year, but its mixed messaging left Microsoft's vision for the future unclear.
Alan Truly sits in front of a Windows PC and adjusts a virtual screen while wearing a Meta Quest 3 VR headset.

Windows PCs now works with the Quest 3, and I tried it out for myself

Microsoft and Meta teamed up on a new mixed reality interface for Windows that uses your Quest 3 or 3S to display large virtual monitors.
Old Sonic runs away from Metal Sonic in Sonic Generations X Shadow.

Sega could release its own game subscription service

In a recent interview with the BBC, Sega president Shuji Utsumi said the company is potentially considering its own game-streaming service.
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We might get a new Steam Deck next month — and Valve isn’t making it

No, a Steam Deck 2 isn't imminent, but Valve will nonetheless make waves at CES 2025 in January.
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3 games leaving Xbox Game Pass you should play this weekend (December 20-22)

Make sure you play Lego 2K Drive, Humankind, and Party Animals before they leave Xbox Game pass at the end of the month.
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Here’s why some PC gamers shouldn’t install the latest Windows 11 update

Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 24H2 is causing issues with Auto HDR and leading to unresponsive games.
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Windows 11 to finally address this webcam deficiency

A new Windows Insider build now allows multiple apps to use your camera feed at the same time.
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How to convert a PDF to a Word document

PDF files are great, but you might need to make some changes in Word. Here's how to convert a PDF file into a Word document using a few of our favorite methods.
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The best Xbox games of 2024: Indiana Jones, Hellblade 2, and more

While 2024 has been a year full of ups and downs for Xbox, it delivered with games like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2.
The Surface Laptop shown in front of a Copilot+ sign.

Intel strikes back, calling out high return rate of Qualcomm laptops

Intel's co-CEO says retailers are extremely concerned about how many Qualcomm Snapdragon PCs are getting returned by customers.
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3 new Xbox Game Pass games that you should play this weekend (December 13-15)

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Wildfrost, and Overthrown are the last new Xbox Game Pass games of 2024, so you should check them out this weekend.
The Microsoft Xbox Series X Digital Edition and an Xbox Wireless Controller.

Walmart just slashed the price of the all-digital Xbox Series X by $52

The Microsoft Xbox Series X Digital Edition with 1TB of storage is available from Walmart for only $398, following a $52 discount on the video game console.
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Windows 11 may finally take iPhone collaboration to the next level

Microsoft is testing an iPhone-to-Windows file-sharing feature that works with brand’s Phone Link app and Link to Windows app.
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Bid farewell to this small but helpful Windows 11 feature

Microsoft has added the "suggested actions" feature in Windows 11 to its deprecated features list.
Recall screenshot.

A new test shows Microsoft Recall’s continued security problems

Microsoft's Recall feature and its new security standards are being tested by Windows Insiders again, and still creating problems.
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The latest Microsoft Surface Pro Copilot+ PC is over $700 off at Walmart

The latest Microsoft Surface Pro is currently enjoying a huge discount at Walmart right now. Here's why you'll love it.
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Recuva vs. DMDE: Which is the best free data recovery software for you?

Recuva and DMDE are powerful and free data recovery apps that can restore lost photos and files missing from damaged drives, but which is best for you?