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
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Even Microsoft's AI says the new Outlook is worse than Mail & Calendar on Windows 11
By Sean Endicott published
Feel the hate The Microsoft Store listing for the Mail & Calendar app includes an AI-generated summary of reviews that criticizes the new Outlook.
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Latest PowerToys update improves a feature I bet you didn't know existed
By Sean Endicott published
So much power Microsoft just rolled out an update to PowerToys that improves PowerRename, Paste as JSON, and that includes several bug fixes.
![Skelton Grange that will have Microsoft data center](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mqcEQzxej7rtUiTP36jsFY-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft invests in the UK's north, set to build a gigantic 'hyperscale data center'
By Sean Endicott published
Big plans The north of England will see a sizeable investment by Microsoft in the form of a hyperscale data center southeast of Leeds.
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Encrypted and secure cloud storage can be yours FOR LIFE for 70% off, and you don't need to use Microsoft, Apple, or Google
By Sean Endicott published
For life Right now, you can get lifetime access to encrypted cloud storage through pCloud. A limited-time deal saves you up to 70% on a range of plans.
![Image of the HP OMEN Transcend 14 gaming laptop.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/i2dfEcJv4mMWNcuVKMB26e-320-80.jpg)
Windows 11 is within striking distance of Windows 10 for PC gaming dominance
By Sean Endicott published
Catching up Windows 11 should pass Windows 10 in market share among Steam users within a few months.
![MSN Weather app in Microsoft Store](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Mtf4z8HHwkf5vvGs3WrmTF-320-80.jpg)
Not content with ads in the Start menu, File Explorer, and Settings app, Microsoft is working on (even more) ads in Windows 11's Weather app
By Sean Endicott published
Adding ads Microsoft rolled out an update to its Weather app on Windows 11 recently. The update includes a few welcome changes, plus some additional ads.
![Microsoft Designer](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/62Q8TkwGAjQfheS87an3jc-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft Designer just added this feature it should have had on launch day
By Sean Endicott published
a new look Microsoft Designer now supports generating images in portrait or landscape orientations. Previously, the AI tool could only make square photos.
![Windows 11 Settings app showing ad for Game Pass](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VNyF6XDDRcdy6uWM2Tao4a-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft puts final touches on its new ad within Windows 11, rolls it out to Canary Channel Insiders
By Sean Endicott published
Windows Insiders in the Canary and Beta Channels have new builds of Windows 11 to test. The Canary Channel build includes a controversial advertisement for Game Pass within the Settings app.
![Image of Mustafa Suleyman, Microsoft AI CEO](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Wdd45P2SrG3QPfdjAszdi9-320-80.jpg)
Ever put content on the web? Microsoft says that it's okay for them to steal it because it's 'freeware.'
By Sean Endicott published
🤔🤔🤔 Microsoft's CEO of AI said that content on the open web can be copied and used to create new content.
![Audi Q6 e-tron with ChatGPT](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fzoa3g3QJjiB4yfyFPUdLM-320-80.jpg)
This ChatGPT integration with Audi is what Cortana should have been and what Copilot needs to be on Windows 11
By Sean Endicott published
Over two million Audi vehicles will soon integrate ChatGPT with a digital assistant.
![Surface Pro 11](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TbZ6RXzK42eMYdNHc5LBvn-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 is stronger than Apple's M4 iPad Pro — here's the proof
By Sean Endicott published
Will it bend? Well-known creator JerryRigEverything tore down the Surface Pro 11 recently, highlighting the 2-in-1's durability and repairability, especially when compared to an iPad Pro.
![Windows 11 Settings app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/M5qhpiY2WNyPBLphN4rT7h-320-80.jpg)
The wait is almost over. Windows 11 will FINALLY feature an ad for Game Pass in the Settings app next month
By Sean Endicott published
Another one Microsoft just released a preview update to Windows 11 that ads an advertisement for Game Pass within the Settings app. The update will make its way to general users next month if testing goes well.
![OpenAI and ChatGPT](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8ZfhUQ4ovSC9cfrPynHiPJ-320-80.jpg)
ChatGPT's Voice Mode won't launch on time — no word from Scarlett Johansson yet
By Sean Endicott published
Waiting game OpenAI demoed Voice Mode for ChatGPT earlier this year, but testing for the experience has been delayed.
![Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PmrgmnhBxReDiFjAR5kYUG-320-80.jpg)
Make room for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree with this discounted Seagate Storage Expansion card for Xbox Series X|S
By Sean Endicott published
Make room Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree expands the award-winning title with a gigantic map filled with secrets. It also takes up quite a bit of space on your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S.
![Files app on Windows](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pzTrLJYRy4LX6w8ihs9yTn-320-80.jpg)
The best-looking File Explorer alternative just got a curvy new update
By Sean Endicott published
The third-party Files app now has rounded corners and a bunch of new features.
![Microsoft Teams on Android](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DGDjKnz2Zn2ahUSgou6eCo-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft accused of 'possibly abusive' practices by European Commission for bundling Teams and Microsoft 365
By Sean Endicott published
The European Commission believes Microsoft may have abused the dominance of Office and Microsoft 365 to push Microsoft Teams unfairly.
![Surface Laptop 7](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nvynhxZDyQ2TAeGSQycAa3-320-80.jpg)
Did I scare Microsoft into removing its guide on how to switch to a local account on Windows 11?
By Sean Endicott published
🤔🤔🤔 Microsoft has removed its guide on how to switch from a Microsoft account to a local account on Windows 11.
![Surface Laptop 7](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8Uuxk8j5d2iS5rsiWDDNC3-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft slays 'glue-filled' monster,' makes Surface Laptop 7 and Surface Pro 11 easier to repair
By Sean Endicott published
Can we fix it?! Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 usher in the first wave of Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X processors. They also set a high bar for repairability, according to iFixit.
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Microsoft waves goodbye to underwater data centers
By Sean Endicott published
Under the sea Microsoft has stopped using its underwater data centers that were part of an experiment to study conditions around machinery.
![Surface Laptop 7](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nvynhxZDyQ2TAeGSQycAa3-320-80.jpg)
(Updated) Microsoft confirmed release dates for compatible Adobe Premiere Pro, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects for Qualcomm Snapdragon laptops
By Sean Endicott last updated
Windows on Arm PCs will get a big boost for creators when several Adobe apps gain Arm-native versions later this year.
![Phone Link on Windows 11](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fR5yhfw8VUUUVgrM2b3Hyj-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft unveils major Windows 11 Start menu upgrade — integrates Phone Link messages and notifications
By Sean Endicott published
link it up Phone Link and Windows 11 are about to get even closer. Microsoft just started testing Phone Link features that let you view notifications and your phone's battery status directly in the Start menu.
![Surface Laptop 7](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mRbuMbA9PS6KYDUCcEbLn-320-80.jpg)
Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 recovery images are here to help your broken PC
By Sean Endicott published
Recover Microsoft just started shipping its Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7. Now, the company has made recovery images available for the PCs in case your system won't start.
![Microsoft Photos app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vNVNATvRQQ2TXXCX9sUFuY-320-80.jpg)
Jumping from the Windows 11 Photos app to other Microsoft apps is about to get much simpler
By Sean Endicott published
A closer look An update to the Windows 11 Photos app just started rolling out to Windows Insiders. The update promises better performance and an improved experience for Viewer and Media Import features.