Sean Endicott
Sean Endicott is the news writer at Windows Central, a website focusing on Microsoft, Windows 11, PCs, and gaming. He’s covered these topics for almost a decade, including the launch of three major versions of Windows as well as dozens of product launches from industry leaders such as Microsoft, Dell, Lenovo, ASUS, and Razer.
Sean focuses largely on daily news coverage of major companies within the industry. His role consists of writing articles about breaking news, covering content from press releases, and coordinating coverage of embargoed materials.
In addition to his news coverage, Sean communicates with developers to share news on the latest applications for Windows 11 as well as Microsoft’s applications on Android, iOS, and the web.
Sean studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and worked in local television before joining us in the world of online news. You can find him on Twitter @Sean_Michael_UK.
If you're a fan of American football, or even if you're not, Sean's keen to tell everyone about the sport and how he uses Microsoft Teams to do film study with the youth team he coaches.
Latest articles by Sean Endicott
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 packs Ryzen 9 7940HS and RTX 4060 into a 14-inch gaming laptop — here's when it launches
By Sean Endicott published
It's almost here! Lenovo first unveiled the Legion Slim 5 back in March. Now, we have a release date and more details about the compact gaming laptop.
Windows Copilot, Microsoft's new AI assistant, rolls out to more Insiders
By Sean Endicott published
This is your pilot Microsoft just expanded testing for Windows Copilot. Those in the Beta Channel can now try the AI-powered assistant.
Dell back-to-school deal saves you $250 on this excellent everyday laptop
By Sean Endicott published
Super savings Right now, you can save $250 on the Dell Inspiron 16. That laptop is perfect for school, work at a desk, and everyday computing.
Microsoft PowerToys shrinks in size but grows in power
By Sean Endicott published
Itty bitty living space Microsoft shrunk down the size of PowerToys without reducing the power of the app. In fact, the latest update adds features.
Android gaming on Windows 11 is about to get more powerful
By Sean Endicott published
Crossing platforms The Vulkan API is a cross-platform graphics API that helps GPUs deliver better performance and efficiency. Support for Vulkan API is now in preview on Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 11.
Microsoft Loop is now in the Microsoft Store
By Sean Endicott published
In the loop Microsoft Loop recently launched in the Microsoft Store, giving users another way to download the collaboration app.
Bing Chat goes dark for personal and enterprise use
By Sean Endicott published
Going dark Microsoft rolled out a dark mode for Bing Chat recently. Enabling it swaps the look of the chatbot and your Bing results page.
Your favorite Xbox controller can get a second life thanks to replacement parts from Microsoft
By Sean Endicott published
Fix it You can now order replacement parts for the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 and Xbox Wireless Controller directly from Microsoft.
Microsoft's cloud-based video editor is coming to Microsoft 365 commercial customers
By Sean Endicott published
Down to business Soon, you won't have to use a personal account to use Clipchamp. The video editor will soon work with Microsoft 365 commercial accounts.
Lenovo has a TON of back-to-school laptop deals, but these are the best
By Sean Endicott published
Best of the best Lenovo's back-to-school sale slashes prices on gaming laptops, business laptops, and laptops for anyone on a budget.
Microsoft Edge mouse gestures are no longer one size fits all
By Sean Endicott published
🐭🐭🐭 Microsoft Edge Insiders can now block mouse gestures on certain websites while using the feature on other pages. The option is now in testing among those in the Canary Channel.
Windows 11 is about to get a lot better on multi-monitor setups
By Sean Endicott published
How refreshing Microsoft recently started testing a new feature that lets Windows 11 change the refresh rate of multiple monitors depending on what appears on a screen.
Microsoft News Roundup: Final Fantasy on Xbox, Microsoft Edgehog, and a Surface Duo mystery
By Sean Endicott published
Catch up! What do hedgehogs and Final Fantasy have in common? They're both featured in this week's news roundup.
AMD's new Ryzen 9 7945HX3D brings 3D V-Cache to gaming laptops
By Sean Endicott published
Mobile power AMD promises big performance gains for gaming laptops with its new processor.
Microsoft Edge users complain about lackluster touch experience and long list of bugs
By Sean Endicott published
touchy subject Users of Microsoft Edge took to the web to complain about the browser's lackluster performance and feature set when using the app with touch.
This $2,000 Alienware discount is so good I thought it was a mistake
By Sean Endicott published
So much savings Dell has a bunch of deals going on right now, arguably none of which is better than the massive $2,000 discount on the Alienware x17 R2.
Microsoft is officially under investigation by the EU for bundling Teams and Office 365
By Sean Endicott published
Here we go again Microsoft may have to stop bundling Teams and Microsoft 365, depending on how a formal investigation by the European Commission goes.
This $30 gadget transformed working from home for me
By Sean Endicott published
Shhh I have a lot of tech on my desk, but this $30 accessory arguably helps me the most out of all my accessories.
Samsung's Tab S9 and Watch 6 lineups are the secret stars of Galaxy Unpacked
By Sean Endicott published
Frickin gorgeous Samsung unveiled a range of its premium Tab S9 tablets and a family of Galaxy Watch 6 devices at its Galaxy Unpacked event.
AI supercharges Microsoft earnings as company reports strongest quarter ever
By Sean Endicott published
Big money Microsoft just reported its best-ever fiscal quarter. The company earned $56.2 billion in the period and set several company records.
This excellent Windows laptop is under $500, and it's perfect for back-to-school
By Sean Endicott published
Super savings Right now, you can get an HP ENVY x360 15 for a penny under $500. It's an excellent laptop for back-to-school season or if you just need a great laptop at an even better price.
Microsoft shares more on Bing Chat Enterprise and Visual Search
By Sean Endicott published
Professional Chat A recent Bing Blog post shares details on Visual Search in Chat and Bing Chat Enterprise.
Spotify's cost just increased — here are the best alternatives
By Sean Endicott published
Time to switch? The cost of Spotify just went up. With the price increase, you may want to swap to a different music streaming service. Here are the best Spotify alternatives and how you can switch.
Microsoft News Roundup: Surface Laptop Studio 2 specs, the end of Xbox Live Gold, and an Xbox controller without stick drift
By Sean Endicott published
All the news! This week we reported on the upcoming Surface Laptop 2, checked out a major update available for Windows 11 Insiders, and reviewed the latest gadgets and accessories.
Check out Windows 11's modern File Explorer and Dynamic Lighting in this MASSIVE Insider update
By Sean Endicott published
So modern Microsoft closed out the weak with a large Insider update for those in the Beta Channel. A modern file explorer, dynamic lighting, and improvements to inking are among the changes.
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