Windows 10 October 2018 is back! Again! Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden have the details on that along with a look at Light Mode and other features coming in 2019. Also on the software front, developers can now submit native ARM64 apps to Microsoft Store.

Additionally, Daniel provides his review of Surface Headphones, and they chat about rumors surrounding a disc-less Xbox One on the horizon for next year.

Last but certainly not least, Jared DiPane from our sister site Thrifter is here with the best Black Friday deals for Windows and gadget fans.

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• Windows 10 October 2018 Update review: Little refinements make a big difference
• Top new features Microsoft is working on for Windows 10 in 2019
  • Microsoft Store now lets developers submit native ARM64 apps
• Surface Headphones review: Comfortable with awesome audio, but noise cancellation needs work
• Disc-less Xbox One reportedly set for 2019, with 'disc-to-digital' program
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Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden have a ton of hardware and software news to share! As usual, there's a new build for fast ring insiders. But Microsoft had an embarrassing week on the server side of things when a Windows 10 activation server caused some PCs to lose activated status.

Surface Go LTE preorders are available now — the always connected device starts at $675. Zac and Daniel clarify the confusing Core m3-based Surface device Best Buy is advertising for Black Friday. It's not a Surface Pro 6 custom manufactured for the electronics retail giant. It's a Surface Pro 5, but still an impressive bargain!

Next, the discuss the possibilities that exist with Samsung's foldable display technology, and wrap things up with the Lenovo Yoga C630. Tune in!

Links:

• Windows 10 build 18277 (and earlier) for PC: Everything you need to know
• Windows 10 activation server issue causes PCs to lose activated status (Update)
• Surface Go with LTE preorders now available, starting at $679
• No, Best Buy isn't selling a Surface Pro 6 with Core m3, but it's still a good deal
• Samsung's new Infinity Flex Display will hit mass production soon, enabling foldable phones of all kinds
• Lenovo Yoga C630 with Snapdragon 850 now available at Best Buy for $800

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Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden are here with your dose of Windows news! In addition to Insider Preview build 18272 for the fast ring, they discuss new codenames for some future Windows 10 updates.

They also talk about the death of Microsoft Teams for Windows 10 S, and Dan has yet another epic rant — This time, he testifies on the need for HP to begin using Microsoft Precision touchpad.

Plus, they take a look at Apple's new iPad Pro and how their approach differs from Microsoft's Surface line

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• Windows 10 Insider Preview build 18272 released to the fast ring
• Next Windows 10 updates reportedly codenamed 'Vanadium' and 'Vibranium'
• Microsoft Teams for Windows 10 S is dead
• Hey, HP! It's time to use Microsoft Precision touchpads in more PCs
• Should you upgrade to the iPad Pro (11 or 12.9)?

Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden have some unique and interesting hardware to check out in this episode, including the ARM-based Samsung Galaxy Book 2 with LTE connectivity, and the dual-screen Lenovo Yoga Book C930.

They also talk about Microsoft's Q1 FY2019 earnings report and a new 19H1 build for Insiders. Plus, Zac shares some nuggets of information from a Microsoft presentation, stoking the fires of some hot, fresh Andromeda rumors. The common theme across the topics this week — it's all about the haptics!

Links:

• Samsung Galaxy Book2 review: A stylish, capable 2-in-1 with ARM and 4G LTE
• Lenovo Yoga Book C930 is a crazy PC you probably don't need (but will definitely want)
• Microsoft 'Surface Andromeda:' Everything we know about the rumored foldable device

Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden have the most recent news from Microsoft, including Windows 10 preview build 18262 and a major UI facelift for Cortana in a beta that's available to Android and iOS users.

There's plenty more to say about Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2. Additionally, Samsung has released the ARM-powered Galaxy Book 2.

Be sure to check out the latest Dan Rant! This time, he explains why most people don't need Windows 10 Pro — and it's good that Microsoft is no longer charging the "Pro" tax to everyone who buys one of their new devices.

Links:

• Windows 10 preview build 18262 heads out to Fast ring and Skip Ahead Insiders
• Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review: An already exceptional 2-in-1 gets even better
• Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 review: Small enhancements make a big difference
• Cortana beta debuts major UI overhaul and more on Android and iOS
• Microsoft is right not to include Windows 10 Pro with Surface Pro – here's why
• Samsung Galaxy Book2 is the latest ARM-powered Always Connected PC

Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden are here with a ton of ground to cover in the Microsoft world. First up, there was data loss in the initial release of Windows 10 October 2018 Update, causing the company to pull it shortly after users reported the problem. Microsoft has been testing fixes and is preparing a "rerelease" of the update.

A patent has been discovered that points to a flexible, single-screen folding Surface device. Whether or not you think foldable display technology is a solution in search of a problem, it's coming. Cortana is reportedly moving from the AI + Research group at Microsoft into the Office team. Additionally, Microsoft has unveiled Xbox Project xCloud — a huge step in offering online streaming of Xbox games, and a sign of things to come for Windows in the future?

Rounding things out, Daniel shares his experiences using the Lenovo 15-inch ThinkPad X1 Extreme laptop, and the HP Omen Mindframe gaming headphones.

Links:

• Microsoft prepares 'rerelease' of the Windows 10 October 2018 Update
• Microsoft testing file deletion fix for Windows 10 October 2018 Update with Insiders
• Microsoft patent points to a flexible, single-screen folding Surface device
• Cortana reportedly moving under the Microsoft Office team's purview
• Microsoft unveils Xbox Project xCloud game streaming
• Lenovo's 15-inch ThinkPad X1 Extreme packs dual SSDs and 4K HDR
• HP OMEN Mindframe review: Gaming headphones that act like refrigerators for your ears

It has been a massive week of news for Microsoft fans! Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden are here to give you the lowdown. Windows 10 October 2018 Update has been released and subsequently pulled due to issues with user files being unintentionally deleted. *Please note that the update was pulled AFTER this episode was recorded.

In addition, the company held its Surface event — unveiling 4 new products during the presentation: Surface Pro 6, Surface Laptop 2, Surface Studio 2, and Surface Headphones. Separate from the Surface event, Zac reports on his look at Surface Hub 2.

HP trades aluminum for leather in their Spectre Folio convertible device. Whether or not it reinvents laptops is debatable, but Daniel does feel it moves things forward.

Finally, Daniel and Zac share the most significant announcements from Microsoft Ignite 2018. Check it out!

Links:

• Microsoft pulls the Windows 10 October 2018 Update as it investigates user files going missing
• Everything Microsoft announced at its October 2 Surface event
• Microsoft's October 2nd Surface event recap - The good, the bad, and the ugly
• Surface Hub 2 will feature a modular design, upgradable processor, but no WCOS at launch
• Watch the Microsoft Ignite 2018 keynote with Satya Nadella right here
• HP Spectre Folio convertible trades in aluminum for premium leather

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Zac Bowden and Daniel Rubino have the latest news on Windows 10 builds and ridiculous Internet outrage over Microsoft's web browser "warning". They also speculate about Thunderbolt 3 in the next generation of Surface products, and what to look forward to at Microsoft Ignite. All that, and lots more — check it out!

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• Windows 10 build 17763 rolling out to Insiders in the Fast ring
• 5 ways Microsoft could improve its Sets feature in Windows 10
• New Surface Laptop 2 and Surface Pro NEED Thunderbolt 3, and it could finally happen
• Microsoft Ignite 2018: All the most exciting sessions

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Zach Bowden and Daniel Rubino are very excited about Microsoft's upcoming event scheduled for October 2 in New York City. They aren't certain what products and accessories will be announced, but they're confident that "Surface phone" (aka Andromeda) will not be among them.

They also look forward to the October 2018 update for Windows 10, changes to Skype, and their favorite announcements from IFA.

Rounding out the show, they chat about voice control features for Xbox, and the Ecobee smart home devices with Alexa integration. Yo, Cortana! Tell Xbox...

Links:

• Microsoft announces "media event" for October with expected Surface refresh in tow

Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden talk about the latest Redstone 5 builds as the Screen Sketch App becomes Snip & Sketch. Along those lines, they also chat about the usefulness of Sticky notes and To-do. How about Paint 2018 while we're at it? From there, the conversation moves to Xbox All Access — a monthly subscription service that gets you a new console, Xbox Live Gold, and Game Pass. We have good news and bad news. The good news is Zac received his Surface Go. The bad news? Well, if you haven't guessed fro the show title, you'll have to listen and find out!