Initially, it’s worth noting that Microsoft is making a change to allow personalization of the widgets on the lock screen. Previously, these widgets were set in stone, with the only adjustable aspect being whether they could be enabled or disabled. However, in the near future, you’ll have the freedom to rearrange, add, and even delete specific widgets, including custom and third-party options.
Reports indicated that Romero Games had been developing a new game funded by Microsoft, but the project was unfortunately scrapped along with other recent cancellations.
In June 2025, the bigger models of Dell XPS, now rebranded as “Dell 14/16 Premium,” hit the market. Equipped with the most recent Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors and offering optional RTX 40- and 50-series Laptop GPUs for enhanced graphics performance.
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Introduced in June 2025 are the larger versions of Dell XPS systems, now known as “Dell 14/16 Premium.” These come equipped with the latest Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) CPUs and have the option to include RTX 40- and 50-series Laptop GPUs for superior graphics capabilities.
For this latest minor upgrade, you’ll find at least seven fresh modifications. Among these updates, you can now add tiny icons to your Taskbar, there’s an image compression feature for the Share function, and the Language Settings will now display regional details.
This leads us to my initial offer during the celebrations – the Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet, currently at its all-time lowest price for this week.
Regardless of the positive impacts (or lack thereof) these initiatives might have had, Microsoft’s actions consistently prioritize financial gain over everything else. Recently, this approach has placed Microsoft in the eye of a new tempest of debate due to its backing of Israel.
Every time I observe, it appears that numerous professionals are using E-Ink tablets for jotting down notes and managing their timetables, rather than relying on smartphones or laptops running Windows. Intrigued, I asked a few colleagues about them, and they enthusiastically endorsed the devices.
In the end, my deepest sympathies go out to every Microsoft Gaming employee who has recently been let go. This is the most significant loss, and I feel it’s crucial to emphasize this sentiment.
As a self-proclaimed enthusiast, I can’t help but boast about the intricate Excel spreadsheet I maintain to catalog my gaming journey – from completed titles, ongoing backlog, right down to my coveted wishlist. Since I embarked on this quest, I’ve conquered an impressive 195 distinct games (many of them fully mastered), 197 games reside in my Xbox Series X library waiting for their turn, and there are numerous others, either not yet mine or still tucked away on my wishlist.
The initial run of Edgerunners stands out as an exceptional television show, offering stunning visuals and a poignant narrative that enhances the atmosphere conceived by Mike Pondsmith, creator of Cyberpunk 2020, and brought to life in the game by CD Projekt RED.
In essence, if you haven’t seen it yet, I strongly recommend finding the time to do so – be prepared for some tears along the way. The creative teams responsible for the next season should take their time to produce something equally evocative and moving. Whatever story they come up with, I’ll be eagerly anticipating it. Additionally, there’s speculation that this new season might offer a sneak peek into characters potentially appearing in the sequel to Cyberpunk 2077.
Speaking of sequels, pre-production for Cyberpunk 2077’s follow-up has started, with most of the work being done at CD Projekt RED’s studio in the US. This team includes several members who worked on the critically acclaimed Phantom Liberty expansion, which has sold over 10 million copies since its release in 2023.
However, this upcoming game won’t be the next major project from CD Projekt RED that players can play; instead, that role falls to The Witcher 4, currently in full production and featuring Ciri as the main character. This game is still quite some time away and isn’t expected to launch before Fall 2027 at the earliest.
In the meantime, I’m also looking forward to the second season of the Fallout TV series, which is slated for release in December. The series has already been renewed for a third season as well.