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Windows Central’s senior writer Sean Endicott, a seasoned journalist with a First‑Class Broadcast Journalism degree, has been covering Microsoft’s software and hardware since 2017. He reports on Windows 11, Surface devices, Microsoft 365, AI initiatives, and broader ecosystem developments. Endicott also authors the weekly “Windows Wrap” column, curating key stories from the week. Outside tech, he coaches youth American football in Nottingham, earning BAFCA Youth Coach of the Year honors in 2024.

Microsoft launched a refreshed 13‑inch Surface Laptop powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Plus, boosting CPU, GPU, and on‑device AI performance while extending battery life. The new model eliminates the 8 GB RAM entry configuration, requiring a minimum of 16 GB and offering up to 24 GB. The starting price rises from $899.99 to $1,199.99, reflecting higher component costs and a shift toward premium specs. The update maintains the device’s compact design but positions it against competitors like Apple, Lenovo, and Dell [...]

At Meta’s annual Connect conference, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the company’s intensified focus on an AI‑powered consumer agent and wearable glasses, positioning them as the next evolution beyond smartphones. Zuckerberg rejected industry calls for a coordinated slowdown of advanced AI development, arguing that safety should be managed by individual labs rather than collective restraint. He emphasized empowering users, distributing AI broadly, and using superintelligence for creation rather than automation. The launch signals Meta’s commitment to lead in [...]

Google is ramping up mass production of its Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) to meet rising AI computing demand. The company’s latest TPU v8 delivers roughly three times the training performance per watt of its predecessor and 1.8 times the inference performance. Broadcom, Google’s U.S. manufacturing partner, began shipping the TPU 8i inference chip in Q3 and plans to increase volume in Q4, while the training chip, TPU 8t (code‑named Sunfish), is slated for similar timing. Google will [...]

At Meta Connect 2026, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveiled a new generation of smart glasses, positioning them as the core of his “Personal Superintelligence” vision powered by the Muse AI agent. Three new models were announced: Meta Ray‑Ban Gen 3, Meta VR Glasses, and Meta Audio Glasses, along with updates to the existing Ray‑Ban Display line. The Gen 3 features six microphones, Dolby Atmos audio, adjustable temple tips, and new styles including aviators and a Blackpink Lisa collaboration. The [...]

Sean Endicott, a seasoned Windows Central journalist, reports on Windows 11, Surface hardware, Microsoft 365, AI, and the broader Windows ecosystem. Since 2017, he has produced over a thousand articles, covering breaking news, feature stories, and analysis. Endicott also writes the weekly Windows Wrap column, curating key stories across Windows and the PC market. He holds a First Class degree in Broadcast Journalism from Nottingham Trent University and brings experience from live production and media. Outside tech, [...]

Meta Platforms unveiled its Meta VR Glasses at the annual Connect conference, positioning the lightweight, $1,299 device as a new direction for the company’s metaverse strategy. The glasses, five times lighter than the Quest 3, feature a 5K micro‑OLED display with 37 pixels per degree, Dolby Vision, and IMAX Enhanced support, and include a detachable battery puck. Zuckerberg emphasized the shift toward glasses to boost mass adoption, citing lower headset wearability. The product will support 3D movies and [...]

Apple TV is adding two original holiday specials this winter, featuring the Peanuts character Snoopy and the Jim Henson franchise Fraggle Rock. “Snoopy Presents: 12 Days of Snoopy” debuts November 13, following the beagle as he tries to erase his name from the naughty list and learns the true meaning of the season. The platform also streams “The Snoopy Show – Happiness Is Holiday Traditions” and “I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown,” which bring back Snoopy’s [...]