Janet Jackson's 1989 mega-hit 'Rhythm Nation' sonically smashes old hard drives
Natural resonant frequencies can jiggle data plates to the point of malfunction.
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Microsoft helps game devs pull more performance from the Xbox Series S
More access to memory could overcome limitations for some games.
Microsoft is testing a family plan for Xbox Game Pass
Folks in Ireland and Colombia can try it out now.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
Microsoft Teams has finally been optimized for Apple Silicon Macs
It promises a 'significant boost in performance.'
Outlook Lite for Android brings Microsoft's email app to budget phones
All of Outlook's core features are here, but it won't work with every email provider.
Microsoft negs Activision Blizzard to push through $68.7 billion acquisition
The publisher apparently makes no “must have” games.
The best Xbox games for 2022
Whether you have Series X, Series S, One X or One S, there's something here for you.
'Minecraft' studio wants nothing to do with NFTs
Mojang says they're inconsistent with the game's values of inclusivity and playing together.
Discord voice chats are finally coming to Xbox consoles, but it's complicated
The feature is available to Xbox Insiders starting today.
Microsoft is giving Xbox Insiders free access to classic Bethesda first-person shooters
And it wouldn't have been possible if Microsoft wasn't acquiring Activision Blizzard, as well.
Microsoft helps speed up work on AI for autonomous drones and flying taxis
Project AirSim helps train AI before it flies in real life.
The best affordable Windows laptops you can buy
Chromebooks aren’t always the answer if you have a limited budget.
The best student discounts we found for 2022
Being a student can have its benefits.
The best Amazon Prime Day deals for college students in 2022
Stock up on back-to-school tech without spending a ton.
Netflix partners with Microsoft for upcoming ad-supported subscription tier
The streaming giant recently announced it was exploring cheaper plans.
Google slows hiring and says the company needs to be 'more entrepreneurial'
Microsoft has also announced a 'structural adjustment' in its workforce.
The best anti-Prime Day tech deals you can get
Retailers including Walmart, Target and Adorama have their own sales happening right now.
The best Amazon Prime Day laptop and tablet deals from Apple, Lenovo, Razer and others
Pick up a new laptop or an upgraded tablet while many are hundreds of dollars off.
The best laptops for college students
Our favorite machines for classes on campus, online and everywhere in between.
