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X goes down hard with a security ‘YubiKey’ error affecting millions of Twitter users

A global issue with re-enrolling security keys for users’ X accounts is locking them out

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Valve's new Steam Machine is just a PC at heart — here's how to build your own and how much it will cost

Valve announced the Steam Machine today, and it looks a lot like a custom mini PC designed specifically for gaming. As a PC build enthusiast, my first course of action after the announcement was attempting to build something similar.

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Valve already gambled on Steam Machine mini PCs a decade ago — which brands tried in 2014, and would they return in 2025?

The Steam Machine concept isn't new, and OEMs already tried Valve's vision in 2014. Could it be different this time around?

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The Steam Machine will face the same anti-cheat woes as the Steam Deck — but will it ever get better?

Playing some of the most popular multiplayer games on SteamOS isn't possible thanks to the anti-cheat software. But will it ever get better with the Steam Machine on the way?

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Get your motor running — this former PlayStation exclusive now takes Xbox players on a horrifying road trip with Game Pass

Pacific Drive, the former PlayStation exclusive title from Ironwood Studios and Kepler Interactive, has parked itself on Xbox Game Pass with support for Xbox's Play Anywhere initiative.

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PS5 sales finally eclipse every Xbox console, including the Xbox 360 — what went wrong for Microsoft gaming?

Sony’s PlayStation 5 has officially outsold every Xbox console individually, including the top-selling Xbox 360, marking a dramatic shift from the era when the Xbox ruled the gaming world.

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A brilliant new app makes your Xbox Ally look cleaner with proper Steam artwork

Your Xbox Ally finally looks like a real storefront powered by proper artwork.

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After 3 years, Valve's Steam Deck is still one of the best gaming handhelds — but the conversation has changed

The Steam Deck isn't far off being four years old now, and in a world with many other handhelds to choose from, how has it held up?

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Another billion‑dollar bet: Microsoft spends $9.7B on NVIDIA GPUs to fuel Copilot and Azure AI

The $9.7B deal highlights how AI demand is outpacing compute supply — and why Microsoft keeps signing billion‑dollar contracts.

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The 7 apps I always install first on a Windows 11 PC — and they're all FREE

I spend more time than an average person setting up fresh installations of Windows 11, so here's a little list of the first seven apps I always put on any PC.

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Xbox Cloud Gaming could be gearing up for an official launch in India — here's what we know (Update: It's live now!)

Microsoft has confirmed now that Xbox Cloud Gaming is rolling out in India! Here's what you need to know.

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Microsoft hits the brakes on Windows 11 File Explorer 'recommended files' feature

Microsoft has paused the rollout of an upcoming new feature for the File Explorer on Windows 11 that promoted "recommended" files in large thumbnails at the top of the File Explorer Home tab.

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Next‑gen Xbox games are coming — here’s how Microsoft is helping devs build them

The new tools are designed to make next‑gen Xbox games load faster, look better, and run smoother.”

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Xbox Ally 2026 update roadmap — Improvements for gaming on Windows 11 and next-gen Xbox in detail

The Xbox Ally is pretty decent out of the box, but there's a lot to fix up and improve. Here's what we know is coming for the Xbox Ally in 2026, which also offers a glimpse at the next-gen Xbox, too.

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This 4K webcam feels like a killer value — even without the free lifetime Camo Studio subscription included

The Razer Kiyo V2 delivers a fair amount of value for just $150, undercutting a lot of the competition. Razer's deal with Camo is the icing on the cake.

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How I turned a cheap mini PC into a AAA gaming machine — tips for inexpensive and reliable cloud gaming with NVIDIA and Xbox

If you set it up correctly, you can easily play everything from AAA games to indie games using a mini PC. Here's how to do that.

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The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC is the ultimate unfair advantage — your perfect controller for Black Ops 7

Razer's latest Wolverine controller is only for PC players, but with that comes some serious benefits. You won't find a faster controller than this anywhere else.

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7 common mistakes to avoid when buying a mini PC — keep yourself safe and get the computer that does what you actually want

Unfortunately, there are several common mistakes people make when buying a mini PC. Here are the seven things you should avoid to ensure you get a reliable and safe device.

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Alienware 16X Aurora shows Alienware can do value right, and I've come away impressed

I've been testing the Alienware 16X Aurora and its more affordable sibling, and Alienware has done a great job targeting more budget-conscious PC gamers.

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You could get a Steam Deck — or you could put SteamOS on a more powerful handheld for the ultimate portable gaming machine

The Steam Deck's interface is amazing, but its hardware is relatively weak. You can have the best of both worlds by putting SteamOS on a Windows handheld.

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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite (Xbox, PC) headset review — At the apex of headset luxury

This is a gaming headset that can literally do it all. Simultaneous USB-C source mixing, support for every platform on Earth, next-level audio quality, and endless battery life. Serious specs come with a serious price tag, though.

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Microsoft is removing yet another handy Windows 11 feature — the ability to view photos in the Phone Link app

The Phone Link app is losing support for viewing photos from your phone. Microsoft says to use the File Explorer app instead.

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Memory shortages could kill NVIDIA's RTX 50 SUPER cards | Rumor or not, now is a good time to consider buying a GPU

A new rumor suggests that NVIDIA has killed its unannounced RTX 50-series SUPER GPUs due to GDDR7 shortages. Worse, it could drive up prices for the standard Blackwell cards. Here's what you need to know.

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Windows 11 version 26H1: Everything you need to know about Microsoft's special OS release now shipping on new hardware

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 version 26H1 is now shipping exclusively on new PCs that ship with Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 SoC. Here's what you need to know.

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ON THIS DAY: Windows Camera hands-on with slow motion video

From the archives: If you're running the Windows 10 Mobile Insider preview on a Lumia 930, 1520, or Icon, you can now try slow-motion video with the updated Windows Camera app.

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