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HoloLens 2 will have dark mode, 5G support when it launches globally this fall

The Microsoft HoloLens 2 Mixed Reality headset will come to additional markets this fall. It also will be getting new features, including 5G dongle support.
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Build 2020: What to expect from Microsoft’s online-only developer conference

Though it has moved to an all-digital event, Microsoft still has a lot prepared for its Build 2020 developer conference. Here's what to expect May 19 and 20.
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Dell’s XPS 15 and XPS 17 usher in a new era of MacBook Pro competitors

Dell has launched its redesigned XPS 15 and added a new XPS 17. These are Dell's most powerful laptops, featuring a sleek new design and improved internals.
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Tile is coming to future Intel devices, so you’ll never lose your laptop again

Thanks to a partnership with Intel, Tile's finding technology will soon be embedded in new laptops, helping make lost or stolen devices a bit easier to find. 
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Microsoft to bring Windows 10X to laptops first, pivot from dual screens

Microsoft has officially confirmed that the Windows 10X operating system once intended for only dual-screen devices, will be coming to laptops and tablets, too.
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Samsung Galaxy Book Flex vs. Dell XPS 13 2-in-1: A new challenger approaches

We stack the design, display, battery life, and performance of the Dell XPS 13-2-in-1 against that of the Samsung Galaxy Book Flex to aid your buying decision.
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Leaked specs reveal a monster Dell XPS 17 that could trounce the MacBook Pro

Official-looking specifications for Dell's upcoming new XPS 17 and refreshed XPS 15 laptops appeared online. The laptops look to compete with Apple's MacBook Pro.
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Microsoft says Thunderbolt 3 is not safe for Surface products

A leaked video highlights the security concerns around Microsoft not including Thunderbolt 3 ports on its Surface devices.
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Surface Laptop 3 15-inch vs. MacBook Pro 16-inch: Which is better?

Microsoft is now in a better position to compete with Apple's MacBook Pro lineup. We compare the 15-inch Surface Laptop 3 against Apple's new 16-inch model.
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Microsoft to launch Surface Go 2 in May with larger screen, slimmer bezels

The most affordable Surface device, the Surface Go 2, is said to be coming in May with a slimmer bezel, as well as improved Intel processors under the hood.
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Windows 10 May 2020 Update review: Small tweaks that matter

The upcoming Windows 10 May 2020 Update is aimed at streamlining some things across the operating system that's now used on 1 billion devices across the world.
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Lenovo’s new Legion 5 gaming laptop will be powered by AMD’s Ryzen 4000

Following announcements it made at CES 2020, Lenovo is providing pricing, availability, and more specifics about its lineup of Legion gaming devices for 2020.
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Why delaying the Surface Neo to 2021 was the only way Microsoft could save it

Delays are never a good sign, but with the stakes high for the future of Microsoft's dual-screen devices, here's why moving the Neo to 2021 is a good thing.
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Amid Zoom’s rise, Microsoft Teams is hosting 2.7 billion meeting minutes per day

With COVID-19 spreading, Teams is becoming more popular. A report shows the meaning behind the numbers and how the desire to connect online is changing lives
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Google to finally give Chrome OS the tablet mode it always needed

Chromebook tablets and 2-in-1s just got a bit more useful. Google announced some changes for Chrome OS, like a new tablet mode and touch-friendly gestures
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Leak reveals a stunning redesign of the Dell XPS 15 and the return of the XPS 17

Dell's large-screen XPS 17 laptop could be making a comeback, and the XPS 15 could be getting a major redesign as well, judging from a series of recent leaks.
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HP launches a new $1,250 Envy 17, reviving the glory days of 17-inch laptops

HP's Envy 17 laptop will soon be available for sale at Best Buy starting at $1,250. It sports a 17-inch display, fresh Intel processors, and a new Nvidia GPU.
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Microsoft’s Edge browser is now more popular than Firefox, gaining on Chrome

Microsoft's new Edge browser is on a roll. According to new data out from the firm NetMarketshare, Microsoft Edge is now the second most popular web browser.
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Microsoft has reportedly canceled all in-person events through June 2021

Microsoft could be considering transitioning most of its events to digital-only through next year. The change could impact the 2021 Build developer conference.
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Windows 10 20H1 update: All the changes launching this spring

The next version of Windows 10 is scheduled for release in spring 2020 and will bring some minor changes to File Explorer, virtual desktops, and much more.
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Microsoft may finally kill the legacy Control Panel in Windows 10

Future versions of Windows 10 might remove the legacy Control Panel app in favor of the modern settings page. The change may come in the fall 2020 update.
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Microsoft is retrofitting Teams for work in the coronavirus era

Microsoft Teams has new features focused on people who are noe working from home. These include real-time noise suppression, a raise-hand feature, and more.
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Microsoft cancels Build 2020 conference due to coronavirus

Initially planned for May 19-20 in Seattle, reports indicate that Microsoft has canceled the annual in-person developer conference in favor of a digital event.
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One of Windows’ best canceled features could be making a return

Windows 10 features have been known to come and go, but one of the best features to be beta tested, known as Windows Sets, could soon be making a comeback.
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Leaked video shows cool way to peek at notifications, calls on Surface Duo

A leaked video shows how you'll apparently be able to use the folding action on the Surface Duo to peek at notifications and calls on the device when on the go.
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Microsoft’s new Office app hints at the Surface Duo’s potential

With the release of a new Office app for iOS and Android, Microsoft is paving the way for Surface Duo. You'll now be able to use your phone more easily for work
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Microsoft could announce Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2 at event this spring

According to a new report, Microsoft will be announcing new Surface hardware at an event in NYC this spring, including the Surface Book 3, and the Surface Go 2.
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Windows 10X vs. iPadOS: Does Microsoft finally beat Apple?

Before Microsoft publicly announced the Windows 10X operating system, Apple had its own operating system for iPads known as iPadOS. Does Microsoft have a winner on its hands?
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Windows 10 May 2019 Update: Everything you need to know

While still under a beta testing period with Windows Insiders, the next version of Windows 10 -- confirmed as the May 2019 update -- is getting closer to release. Though not a massive overhaul, there are a few changes that tweak the nearly four-year-old operating system to make it fresher.
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Don’t upgrade from Windows 7. Here’s why you should buy a new laptop instead

Thinking of moving on from a Windows 7 laptop? In this guide, we'll cut through the tech specs and show you what has changed in laptops in the many years.
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Now married to Surface, Windows might finally get interesting again

The Windows and hardware divisions at Microsoft have come together under a single combined group known as "Windows + Devices" led by Panos Panay. Is Windows finally going to be interesting again?
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Windows Search is down, but don’t panic. Here’s how to fix it

According to multiple reports on Reddit and from across the internet, Windows Search is down for many users across the globe. Here's how to (partially) fix it.
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Leaked specs suggest a powerful Surface Book 3 could be in the works

Recent leaks reveal that Microsoft could be working on a powerful new Surface Book 3 model with Ice Lake CPUs and Nvidia's GTX 1650 Max Q graphics card.
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Apple patent details the futuristic modular curved iMac we’ve always wanted

The design of the iconic iMac hasn't changed much over the past few years, but there could be hope that Apple's all-in-one computer could have a much different look in the years ahead. A recent patent suggests that the company could be playing with the idea of a modular iMac with a curved glass display.Â