The “Xbox Skip” excuse is dying: new GPM tools make publishing on Microsoft’s platform easier than ever
… That said, seeing changes aimed at both sides of the ecosystem, players and developers, is a step in the right direction. …
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Reddit says the Edge vs Chrome fight now comes down to performance and features
… It is a choice between ecosystems, and that is what shapes how I decide. …
What are the biggest Xbox "problems" on CEO Asha Sharma's to-do list? Exclusives, Xbox Helix, Game Pass, and more
For Xbox, the changes have been coming in thick and fast. Under new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, Microsoft's gaming division has already made a flurry of pro-consumer changes to the platform. …
“We spend too much time inward”: Xbox CEO makes major leadership changes
… It does show Sharma's fast acting nature, and willingness to make changes at Xbox, something the company is in desperate need of. …
"Upgrade your life with the new Tom's Guide": Our sister site is upgrading, and this is what it means for you
… If you're ever debating a purchase on tech that exists outside of Microsoft's ecosystem, you could probably bet that Tom's Guide has covered it in one form or another, and its leveled-up shopping tools will help you find the best price. …
Finally, a Windows 11 I can get behind: This fan-made redesign concept ditches ads and AI clutter
… While the overhaul delivered significant changes to the Start menu's overall user experience, users complained that it's now too big and too automated . …
How Microsoft Build 2026 changes your Windows 11 PC
… Rather than having a system that runs apps, the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform will have a device that calls on AI to perform tasks. …
Microsoft is changing how Windows talks to hardware to stop system crashes
… At the WinHEC 2026 Windows Hardware Engineering Conference , Microsoft worked with PC makers, hardware vendors, chip makers, and designers to build a better ecosystem. …
Windows 11 feels modern, but many out‑of‑box settings push services, tracking, and clutter. We list 14 defaults worth changing.
… This approach changes the nature of the operating system from a standalone experience to one tied to an online identity. …
"Discord isn't going anywhere": Why did Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam all quietly surrender their social strategies?
… Those who can’t build their social experiences within PlayStation’s ecosystem now have little choice but to go elsewhere. …