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Microsoft news

7+ mon, 2+ week ago (384+ words) Microsoft is gradually rolling out new preview features to Windows Insiders, including Recall, which has been the target of critics' security and privacy concerns since it was announced. There's an ... Microsoft is gradually rolling out new preview features to Windows Insiders, including Recall, which has been the target of critics' security and privacy concerns since it was announced. There's an Xbox summer showcase scheduled for June 8. It's happening during the weekend of Summer Game Fest. Microsoft just revealed some improvements to its Copilot AI assistant. These include a mobile version of the Vision tool and brand-new integration with Bing for searches. After a January announcement that it would spend $80 billion on data center construction, Microsoft may already be adjusting its future plans. Microsoft has launched two new "reasoning agents" for Copilot that were designed to analyze vast amounts of work…...

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Theragun percussion massagers are up to $110 off right now

6+ mon, 9+ hour ago (403+ words) With the world the way that it is, it can't hurt to have a massage gun on hand. And now's a good time to snag one. Wellbots has an exclusive deal for Engadget readers on three popular Therabody models. Save up to $110 today on that tempting Theragun you've been eyeing. You'll save the most on the top-of-the-line model. The Theragun Pro Plus G6 is a powerhouse with a 16 mm amplitude. (That's how far it can travel with each pulse.) Its motor delivers up to 60 lbs. of force. That should be more than enough to pound out whatever ails you. Save $110 on Therabody's flagship model. The Theragun Pro Plus G6 supports vibration, heat and LED light therapy. It comes with five attachments: standard ball, dampener, thumb, micro-point and wedge. The device has an ergonomic grip, so you can easily reach those shoulder and…...

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Why is Threads recommending these weird spammy posts from people looking for 'friends'?

6+ mon, 2+ week ago (414+ words) Threads users have long joked about the sometimes bizarre posts served up by its recommendation algorithm since the early days of the app. Lately though, some users are starting to notice another type ... Threads users have long joked about the sometimes bizarre posts served up by its recommendation algorithm since the early days of the app. Lately though, some users are starting to notice another type of strange post appear in their suggestions: posts from random people looking for "friends." The posts often feature selfies of young people whose profiles claim to be 18. Engadget has observed numerous such posts appearing in Threads' "related threads" feature that surfaces recommended content to logged-out users. It's not clear why these posts are appearing as "related" to other popular recommended posts. For example, this post about Spotify from popular Threads user Chris Messina was…...

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Amazon Prime Day 2025 dates officially announced: The shopping event returns from July 8 to 11

5+ mon, 1+ week ago (416+ words) Amazon has officially announced the dates for its next annual shopping event, and there's a twist this year. Prime Day 2025 will be four days long, running from July 8 through July 11. A departure ... - Amazon Prime Day: Everything you need to know Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products. Amazon has officially announced the dates for its next annual shopping event, and there's a twist this year. Prime Day 2025 will be four days long, running from July 8 through July 11. A departure from previous years in which Prime Day was a 48-hour affair, this year the shopping event will span nearly an entire week, bringing thousands of exclusive, Prime-only deals on everything from electronics to fashion....

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Microsoft news | Engadget | page 62

7+ mon, 2+ week ago (372+ words) Find the latest technology news and expert tech product reviews. Learn about the latest gadgets and consumer tech products for entertainment, gaming, lifestyle and more. They're about to get access to a bunch of Bethesda and EA games. Microsoft just bought some of the biggest game studios in the world. Homeland Security has issued an emergency alert for a Windows security flaw, Zerologon, that allows attackers to compromise entire networks. Now we know when the Xbox Series X and Series S pre-order availability will start on Tuesday. Write a review of the Surface Book 3 here on Engadget! SSDs are expensive, though, so neither Microsoft nor Sony have pushed the envelope on capacity. The Xbox Series S has 512GB of onboard storage, while both PS5 models offer 825GB and the Xbox Series X boasts 1TB. The Xbox One X and PS4 Pro came with slower hard-disk…...

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Apple TV+ deal: Three months of access is on sale for only $9

7+ mon, 2+ week ago (420+ words) If you've been waiting for the right time to try Apple TV+, now may be your best shot. You can snag three months of access to one of our favorite streaming services for only $9. Apple TV+ includes highly rated original series like Ted Lasso, Severance, Slow Horses, For All Mankind, Foundation and Silo, alongside new arrivals The Studio and Dope Thief. Apple's films include the 2022 Best Picture winner CODA, as well as Blitz, Killers of the Flower Moon and Tetris. Apple's shows won 10 Emmy Awards in 2024, including a Slow Horses victory for outstanding writing in a drama series. Although its films weren't up for anything at this year's Oscars, it received 13 nominations in 2024, including Best Picture nods for Killers of the Flower Moon and Napoleon. Three months of Apple TV+ for $9 is available through April 24. Both new and qualified returning…...

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Microsoft news | Engadget | page 61

7+ mon, 2+ week ago (361+ words) Find the latest technology news and expert tech product reviews. Learn about the latest gadgets and consumer tech products for entertainment, gaming, lifestyle and more. The latest Microsoft news. Xbox remote play is officially coming to iOS. This week on the podcast, we dive into just how important Microsoft's Bethesda acquisition actually is. And Cherlynn talks about her thoughts reviewing the Apple Watch SE. After more than a decade, Sega's Football Manager series is heading back to Xbox consoles. Just in time for the school year, Microsoft is rolling out the official Xbox Family Sharing App. Submit your own review for Microsoft's wireless Earbuds! Seemingly out of nowhere, Microsoft has decided to change the price of the Xbox Series S in Japan. Microsoft didn't give a reason for the last-minute change. As our colleagues at Engadget Japan noted, though, the…...

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Engadget's Back-to-School Guide

8+ mon, 2+ week ago (841+ words) Our favorite machines for classes on campus, online and everywhere in between. Here's the latest list of the best laptop for college and university students, as reviewed by experts from Engadget ... Our favorite machines for classes on campus, online and everywhere in between. Budgeting apps can help you keep track of your finances, stick to a spending plan and reach your money goals. These are the best budget-tracking apps available right now. Here's the latest list of the best laptop for college and university students, as reviewed by experts from Engadget. Here's a list of the best cheap Windows laptops you can buy, as reviewed by Engadget editors. Taking care of your computer doesn't need to be complicated. We'll take you through some easy steps to clean your Mac and organize your hard drive. Here's the list of the best…...

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Labor Day Tech Sales 2025 | Engadget | page 2

3+ mon, 1+ week ago (360+ words) Samsung's first 5K monitor is now on sale at Amazon for almost half off its original price. Samsung's SmartTag 2 has dropped to a record-low price. Woot has a four-pack of the item trackers for only $60. Samsung's device supports Bluetooth and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) for Samsung's network of Galaxy phones. This Walmart Labor Day deal discounts the Ninja Creami by $50. We can all scream for ice cream by spending just $150. Sonos' Labor Day sale discounts speakers and bundles by up to 20 percent. This includes the Era 100 for $200. Get the AirPods Max for $150 off. Apple's 9th-gen iPad is on sale for only $199 right now " a new record-low for the tablet. You can choose from three subscription tiers. This Lego Labor Day sale discounts Star Wars and Mario sets by 25 percent. The sale also includes Harry Potter, Marvel and Minecraft kits. A sale and additional…...

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Labor Day Tech Sales 2025

3+ mon, 1+ week ago (315+ words) Get hundreds off laptops, headphones, robot vacuums, gaming accessories and more with these Labor Day deals. Sony's excellent WH-1000XM5 headphones are on a steep sale ahead of Labor Day. Grab one for only $28. Nord is also offering three free months as part of the offer. Learn how to cook from Gordon Ramsay, or the art of performance from Usher. These are the best Labor Day sales on tech you can get this year, as curated by Engadget editors. Labor Day sale discounts a four-pack of AirTags to $75. That's around 25 percent off. Labor Day sales discount Apple's MagSafe charging pad to only $29. It's normally $40. Get up to $150 off fire pits and pizza ovens in Solo Stove's Labor Day sale. This includes a bonfire bundle for $455. Paramount+ annual subscriptions are half off right now. Prices start at $30 per year. Get Anker's Magnetic…...