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Storied Windows dev reminisces about Microsoft's first hardware product 45 years ago — the Z-80 SoftCard was an Apple II add-in card

Raymond Chen has shared some insight into the development of Microsoft’s first hardware product, the Z-80 SoftCard, from 1980.

Tom’s Hardware

This heavily-discounted Surface Pro 11 is a fan favorite — which says a lot in a year where nothing else deserves the word favorite

Black Friday discounts are flying early, as Best Buy has secured a 22% discount for the critically-acclaimed Surface Pro 11 laptop (Snapdragon X Plus) to help consumers find a new, affordable PC for work and casual activities.

Windows Central

ON THIS DAY: Are the Lumia 950 and 950 XL victims of the Surface's success?

Will the Surface's success cause fans to pass on the Lumias 950 and 950 XL during the critical launch of a new OS? Time and how these devices sell will tell.

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ON THIS DAY: The future of Windows Mobile – Does Microsoft want to reboot the concept of a phone?

Windows Phone is dead, at least as we know it. Microsoft has demonstrated that they can invent new hardware categories like the Surface Book and HoloLens. What would happen if they applied that same desire to mobile phones? Let's talk about the future of Microsoft.

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Microsoft is reportedly moving Surface and Xbox production — no prizes for guessing why

Microsoft is reportedly planning to move Surface production out of China by 2026 and is also encouraging Xbox production to be shifted overseas. The move comes amid escalating U.S.–China trade tensions, with new tariffs, port fees, and export restrictions driving up costs.

Windows Central

Apple may finally admit it was wrong about Surface — rumors point to touchscreen MacBook Pro over a decade after Microsoft did it first

A credible new rumor circulating the web this week suggests that Apple is now hard at work on adding a touchscreen to the MacBook Pro, over a decade after it referred to Surface as a "toaster fridge" and implied that nobody would want a touchscreen laptop.

Windows Central

Thousands of businesses could face meeting chaos worldwide because Microsoft Teams Rooms app won't work from October 14 - and yes, you can blame Windows 10 end of life for that

Organizations worldwide risk disruption when Windows 10 Team support ends on October 14 2025, with Surface Hub v1 units left without future updates.

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Microsoft launched Surface Duo 5 years ago today — what went wrong?

It's been half a decade since Microsoft launched its dual-screen Surface Duo smartphone. It was supposed to be the company's triumphant return to the phone market, so what went wrong?

Windows Central

Microsoft’s Surface Pro ad backfires in spectacular fashion

Perhaps Microsoft should've used its "ultimate research buddy" to in fact do some research.

Windows Central

Surface Pro 12th Gen: Everything we know so far about Microsoft's next flagship Windows 11 tablet 2-in-1

Microsoft's next flagship Surface Pro is in development. Here's everything we think we know, and what we want to see from the 12th generation Surface Pro.

Windows Central

Microsoft brings Copilot+ PCs to NFL sidelines — but AI’s not calling the plays (yet)

Microsoft is bringing Copilot+ PCs and AI tools to NFL sidelines, helping teams track plays, analyze formations, and prep faster throughout the week.

Windows Central

Surface Pro 11 battery life cut in half — Microsoft is "actively investigating"

A Surface Pro 11 bug is capping battery charging at 50% for some users. Microsoft says it’s actively investigating the problem.

Windows Central

I used Microsoft's elusive 'Surface Neo' dual-screen Windows PC — its biggest-ever hardware failure

Almost 6 years after it was first announced, I finally got my hands on Microsoft's canceled Surface Neo with Windows 10X. Here's what the dual-screen PC future could have been like.

Windows Central

Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 Gain New Battery-Charge Limit Features in Latest Firmware Update

Microsoft's flagship Snapdragon-powered devices can now enable an 80% charge limit directly from within Windows 11 thanks to the latest firmware updates.

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Surface Laptop 8: Everything we know so far about Microsoft's next flagship Windows 11 laptop

The next Surface Laptop is likely to launch in the new handful of months, powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 with more power and better battery life.

Windows Central

Discover Microsoft’s Exclusive 50th Anniversary Wallpaper: How to Download It

There's a special variant of the Windows 11 "Bloom" wallpaper that's only available on Microsoft's exclusive 50th anniversary edition of the Surface Laptop. But don't worry, we've got it for you here.

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Microsoft's exclusive 50th Anniversary Surface Laptop: A hands-on review

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 50th Anniversary Exclusive is rumored to be limited to just 50 public units — but I’ve got one in hand. In this hands-on from Windows Central, I’ll break down what makes it so rare, so striking, and whether that buzz should steer you toward the heavily discounted…

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Discover Microsoft's lost Andromeda: The dual-screen Windows Phone that could have been

Surface Andromeda was the successor to Windows Phone we never got. Now, we know exactly what it would have looked like thanks to leaked images of prototype hardware from 2017 and 2018.

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Windows 10 is ten years old and it had some of the best and worst ideas ever

Windows 10 turns ten years old - too bad Microsoft's birthday present is a death sentence.

Windows Central

Microsoft makes me hate how much I love its products — so I’m making a fresh start with my new Galaxy Z Fold 7

I'm divorcing myself from some of Microsoft's products and services with my new smartphone, because I'm tired of fighting Microsoft to be a fan of its products.

Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft finally has a Surface Laptop with 5G — Intel Core Ultra-powered laptop will ship as part of business line

Microsoft has announced its first Surface Laptop with cellular connectivity and designed a custom antenna for it.

Windows Central

Microsoft launches Intel-exclusive Surface Laptop 5G with reengineered design — but it's SHOCKINGLY expensive

The Surface Laptop 7 with 5G is now available to order, but only for business customers and with an Intel Core Ultra chip. The device will ship on August 26 and starts at an eyewatering $1,799.

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Microsoft's $200 Surface Earbuds are killing themselves — make sure you charge yours regularly to keep them going

I own three pairs of Surface Earbuds, and all of them are now dead after not being used for over a year. If you're still using yours, make sure to keep them topped up to keep them alive.

Windows Central

Why Microsoft's enshittification of Xbox, Surface, and even Windows itself — are all by design

With Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and CFO Amy Hood placing unrealistic expectations on Xbox and Windows, the damage is becoming increasingly untenable.

Windows Central

From The Editor's Desk — new Windows Central community features, we'd like to hear from you!

From the editor's desk? In 2025? In this economy? We have some cool news to share about the future of Windows Central, and we want to hear from you.

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