How to get started with Microsoft Copilot on Windows 11 — A beginner’s guide to the AI chatbot and its many integrations

As a tech enthusiast, I’m really excited about Copilot! It’s basically a smart assistant – think of it like a next-gen Cortana – that understands what you’re asking in plain English and then gives you an answer or actually *does* something. What’s cool is that, unlike some other AI features built into Windows 11, Copilot doesn’t run entirely on your computer. It connects to powerful AI models in the Microsoft cloud to get the job done.

The Outer Worlds 2 PC system requirements aren’t bad, but oof — that file size makes my SSD weep, and the recommended specs are nothing to scoff at, either

This game is the third 2025 release announced by the studio, following Avowed and Grounded 2. Early reviews have been very positive, with many outlets and Metacritic giving it high scores before it even comes out. Our own Samuel Tolbert at Windows Central awarded it 4.5 out of 5 stars, praising its engaging exploration and combat, and noting that the game offers a challenging role-playing experience that adapts to the player’s abilities.

Satya Nadella is skipping Ignite 2025 — Judson Althoff will lead the keynote instead

Microsoft has announced that Judson Althoff, CEO of their commercial business, will deliver the opening keynote at the Microsoft Ignite conference in San Francisco. He’ll be joined on stage by other Microsoft leaders such as Scott Guthrie, Ryan Roslansky, Asha Sharma, Charles Lamanna, and Arun Ulag, among others, according to a Microsoft spokesperson who confirmed this to Windows Central.

Stop using your laptop’s low-quality webcam! Here’s how to use your Android phone as a camera on Windows 11 instead

I frequently use my Google Pixel as a webcam, particularly when I’m traveling. I can simply unplug the USB-C cable that came with the phone from its charger and connect it to most laptops for a clearer picture. However, some brands like Samsung and Motorola don’t allow you to use your Android phone as a webcam through a USB connection, which makes setting it up a bit more complicated.