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news Microsoft Copilot Researcher Now Uses Both GPT and Claude Together: What Changed and Why It Matters

Microsoft Copilot Researcher Now Uses Both GPT and Claude Together: What Changed and Why It Matters

On March 30, 2026, Microsoft announced a significant update to the Researcher agent inside Microsoft 365 Copilot. For the first time, Copilot uses two AI models from competing companies simultaneously, with OpenAI's GPT handling the initial research and Anthropic's Claude reviewing and critiquing the result before it reaches the user. The result, according to Microsoft's own benchmarks, beats every other deep research AI tool
news NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 beats AMD FSR 4.1 in most games, according to new blind test

NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 beats AMD FSR 4.1 in most games, according to new blind test

A new comparison test suggests that NVIDIA’s latest upscaling tech is still ahead of AMD’s. In a blind test across multiple games, most players preferred DLSS 4.5 over FSR 4.1. DLSS wins in six out of seven games The test included seven major titles and asked users to pick the best looking image without knowing which technology was being used. Results showed: DLSS 4.5
news Roblox is building its own “DLSS-like” AI system—but it works very differently

Roblox is building its own “DLSS-like” AI system—but it works very differently

Roblox has revealed an ambitious new technology called Roblox Reality, designed to dramatically upgrade visuals using AI—similar in concept to NVIDIA’s DLSS 5, but with a completely different approach. The idea: turn simple graphics into photorealistic visuals At its core, Roblox Reality uses AI to: Reconstruct lighting, textures, and materials Add detail on top of simpler game graphics Output a photorealistic video stream (up
news PS5 players now get a feature Xbox still doesn’t—in Microsoft’s own game

PS5 players now get a feature Xbox still doesn’t—in Microsoft’s own game

In a strange twist, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is now offering more features on PlayStation than on Xbox. The reason: virtual reality support has arrived on PS5—but not on Xbox consoles. VR finally comes to PlayStation—but skips Xbox The update brings: Full PlayStation VR2 support Compatibility with PS5 and PS5 Pro This allows players to experience the game in full VR, adding a much
news Xbox’s April update adds major customization and a feature PC gamers have wanted for years

Xbox’s April update adds major customization and a feature PC gamers have wanted for years

Microsoft has rolled out a big April update for Xbox, and it focuses heavily on something players have been asking for: more control and customization—both on console and PC. Console players get deeper personalization On Xbox consoles, the update makes the home screen much more flexible: You can now create up to 10 groups (previously just 2) Groups can be moved and pinned more
news World of Warcraft sparks backlash over $75 cosmetic housing bundle

World of Warcraft sparks backlash over $75 cosmetic housing bundle

Blizzard is facing fresh criticism from the World of Warcraft community—but this time, it’s not about gameplay. It’s about pricing. A new cosmetic housing bundle has triggered backlash after players realized it costs as much as a full game expansion. The controversy: $75 for cosmetic housing items The newly revealed “Cozy Treehouse Retreat” bundle includes: Two housing exterior styles Multiple interior decorations The price:
news This indie puzzle game packs 400 rooms and no combat—just pure challenge

This indie puzzle game packs 400 rooms and no combat—just pure challenge

A new indie title called OOLO is shaping up to be one of the more unusual releases this year. Built by a solo developer, it mixes classic puzzle design with Metroidvania exploration—and completely skips combat. A throwback to classic isometric games OOLO leans heavily on nostalgia. It uses an isometric camera, a style popular in early gaming that creates a 3D feel using a
news Forza Horizon 6 keeps its Festival Playlist—but fixes one of its biggest problems

Forza Horizon 6 keeps its Festival Playlist—but fixes one of its biggest problems

Forza Horizon 6 is sticking with its familiar live-service system, the Festival Playlist, but this time the developers are making changes to address long-standing complaints—especially around missing rewards. Festival Playlist returns at launch The system will be available right from the start: Launch date: May 19, 2026 (Standard Edition) Early access: May 15, 2026 (Premium Edition) Unlock requirement: Progress through the game until you
news This $7 fix finally makes PS5 controllers work properly on PC—wirelessly

This $7 fix finally makes PS5 controllers work properly on PC—wirelessly

PC gamers using a PlayStation 5 DualSense controller have always had one major problem:wireless support is incomplete. Now, a small open-source project may have solved that—for good. The problem: wireless DualSense loses its best features When you connect a DualSense controller to a PC via Bluetooth: Adaptive triggers stop working Haptic feedback is disabled Overall experience feels worse than on PS5 That’s why many
news Xbox Mode arrives on Windows 11, turning your PC into a console-style gaming system

Xbox Mode arrives on Windows 11, turning your PC into a console-style gaming system

Microsoft has officially started rolling out Xbox Mode on Windows 11, bringing a more console-like experience to PC gaming. It’s designed to make Windows feel less like a desktop and more like an Xbox when you want to play. A full-screen Xbox experience on PC Xbox Mode essentially launches the Xbox app in a full-screen, controller-friendly interface. Instead of navigating Windows with a mouse
news Exclusive games are still the #1 reason people buy consoles, new data shows

Exclusive games are still the #1 reason people buy consoles, new data shows

As Xbox continues to move more of its games to PlayStation and other platforms, new data is raising an important question: are exclusives still essential? According to a recent industry survey, the answer is still yes. 41% of players say exclusives are the main reason they use consoles Data from Circana’s Q1 2026 survey shows: 41% of gamers say exclusive games are the top
news Xbox Free Play Days lets you try four games this weekend—including one without Game Pass

Xbox Free Play Days lets you try four games this weekend—including one without Game Pass

Xbox has launched its latest Free Play Days event, giving players a chance to try multiple games over the weekend without buying them first. This time, the lineup includes a mix of genres—from fighting and sports to strategy and multiplayer action. The full list of free games Here are the games available during this event: GamePlatformsRailway Empire 2Xbox One, Xbox Series XNBA BounceXbox One,
news Windrose PC guide shows why “Epic settings” aren’t the best way to play

Windrose PC guide shows why “Epic settings” aren’t the best way to play

Windrose might look like a typical survival game, but under the hood it behaves more like a heavy simulation—especially on PC. A new performance guide breaks down how to get smoother gameplay without sacrificing too much visual quality, and the key takeaway is simple: max settings are not the best experience. This is a demanding Unreal Engine 5 game—even if specs don’t look extreme
news Intel’s 18A-P isn’t just faster—it’s designed to fix deeper chip design limits

Intel’s 18A-P isn’t just faster—it’s designed to fix deeper chip design limits

Intel is revealing more details about its upcoming 18A-P process node, and the changes go beyond a simple performance bump. The company is clearly trying to make this node more attractive to external foundry customers, not just for its own chips. The headline numbers look modest—but meaningful On paper, the improvements sound small: ~9% higher performance at the same power ~18% lower power at
news Chrome just patched 30 security flaws—and some are critical

Chrome just patched 30 security flaws—and some are critical

Google has released another major security update for Chrome, and this one is bigger than usual. The latest version fixes 30 vulnerabilities, including four critical flaws that could have been dangerous if left unpatched. Even though none of these issues are currently being exploited, this is the kind of update you should not delay. The biggest concern: multiple critical memory bugs The most serious
news HyperX takes on Xbox Elite with a controller that could finally fix stick drift

HyperX takes on Xbox Elite with a controller that could finally fix stick drift

HyperX is stepping into the premium controller space with the Clutch Talon, and it’s clearly aiming straight at Microsoft’s Xbox Elite series. The big hook is simple but important: Hall effect sticks, a feature many gamers have been asking for. If priced right, this could be one of the first serious alternatives to the Elite controller in years. The biggest upgrade: no more traditional
news Samsung may ditch Windows for Android on future Galaxy Book laptops

Samsung may ditch Windows for Android on future Galaxy Book laptops

Samsung could be planning one of its biggest platform shifts yet. A new report claims the company is working on future Galaxy Book laptops that won’t run Windows at all, instead switching to Android 17 with One UI 9. This is not confirmed yet—but if it happens, it would be a major change for both Samsung and the wider laptop market. The idea: unify