November 23, 2025, 2:02 AM EST. Microsoft is expanding its Windows 'full screen experience' (FSE) from the Xbox Ally X to all Windows 11 handhelds starting November 21. FSE puts Windows in a touch- and controller-friendly Xbox PC app, letting players access games from Steam, Epic Games Store, and other stores with quick access to Game Pass. The UI is lighter, uses fewer resources, and simplifies setup and app-switching, aiming for a console-like feel. SteamOS remains the benchmark for handhelds, but this broader rollout could push faster iteration. Microsoft also says the experience will arrive on more Windows 11 PC form factors via the Xbox and Windows Insider programs, hinting that the next Xbox could be more PC-like than a traditional console.
November 23, 2025, 2:00 AM EST. Samsung's Black Friday week brings Galaxy Watch 8 discounts, with $70 off the current-gen model across all configurations. After an earlier Woot offer, Samsung now offers the lowest straight-up cash discount from the official retailer, with prices mirrored on Amazon. This is the best price outside the Woot promo and EDU/college discounts for the Watch 8 to date. The broader sale also slashes big-ticket items like Galaxy Z Fold 7 by $400 and Galaxy S25 Ultra by $350, but the Watch 8 deal stands out for value. If you were waiting for a solid warranty-inclusive deal, this one delivers from Samsung directly. Check the live price and act fast while supplies last.
November 23, 2025, 1:56 AM EST. Business Insider reports a strategic AI partnership with Microsoft designed to accelerate enterprise deployment of intelligent solutions. The collaboration will leverage Azure to co-develop and scale AI models, tooling, and cross-industry workflows, helping customers modernize data platforms and accelerate value. The partners emphasize security, privacy, and responsible AI, with joint investments in governance, compliance, and developer experiences. By combining the partnering company's strengths with Microsoft's cloud ecosystem, organizations can access advanced analytics, automation, and personalized experiences at scale. The move signals a broader tech and cloud strategy and may influence future AI collaborations and policy dialogue.
November 23, 2025, 1:54 AM EST. Valve is still tight-lipped on the Steam Frame price, despite hands-on impressions and team interviews. Early reporting suggests it will be cheaper than the full Valve Index kit ($999), with educated guesses placing it in the roughly $500-$1000 range. Customers may see two storage options-256GB and 1TB-likely creating about a $100 gap between models. The headset combines a 6GHz wireless PC tether with ARM hardware capable of running Steam games natively, and it can also display non-VR content in a theater-like space. When stacked against the Meta Quest 3, the Frame's specs look competitive, though price will be crucial for adoption. Valve says details will emerge closer to a 2026 launch.
November 23, 2025, 1:52 AM EST. Apple's Black Friday 2025 event pairs its gift-card-style pricing with Apple Card perks to maximize savings. Apple offers up to $250 in gift cards on select Macs, $100 on iPads, and smaller amounts on iPhones and AirPods, with the sale running Friday through Monday. The real value for Apple shoppers comes from using Apple Card: choose Apple Card Monthly Installments at checkout for 0% APR, and receive 3% Daily Cash back on Apple purchases-immediately when you pay via Monthly Installments. This combination often beats outright discounts, especially for big-ticket items. However, depending on your list, retailers like Amazon may still offer better deals on some items. If you're shopping Apple, this is a strong way to save while spreading payments over time.