Daniel Rubino
Daniel Rubino is the Editor in Chief of Windows Central. He has been writing about Microsoft since 2007 when the site first launched under WMExperts (and later Windows Phone Central). In 2010, he took over duties as Editor-in-Chief, moved to Executive Editor in 2020, and went back to Editor in Chief in 2022. In addition, he manages the staff, directs content, and is a YouTube personality, head reviewer, analyst, and podcast co-host.
Before working on Windows Central, Daniel was a polysomnographer at Weill-Cornell Medical College and NY Presbyrtiaran in New York City, a movie theater projectionist for 17 years, Emergency Medical Technician in Connecticut, and was studying for a Ph.D. in linguistics in the neurology of language. In addition, he has studied at Sienna College, the University of Connecticut, Boston University, and the CUNY Graduate Center with political science and linguistics degrees.
Latest articles by Daniel Rubino
Surface Duo 2 gets its Feb update with improvements for touch, camera, performance, animations, and more
By Daniel Rubino published
Microsoft is pushing out a 273MB update for Surface Duo 2 with a nice changelog. The update improves the user experience around performance, animations, touch, and camera autofocus.
Intel officially announces 12th Gen P- and U-series hybrid processors for laptops, foldable PCs
By Daniel Rubino published
With up to 14 cores, Intel's latest mobile chips with a hybrid architecture should be a generational shift in Windows computing.
Intel reveals 12th Gen Mobile PC chips with 14 cores, 20 threads and new hybrid architecture
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Following its desktop chips, Intel today is detailing its new Core H, Core-P, and Core-U-series for new laptops this spring.
The problem for a consumer HoloLens was always the lack of Windows Phone
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Without its own mobile OS, Microsoft will be forced to use Android for mixed reality to have a stake in the next generation of computing.
Microsoft's HoloLens 3 's--t show' proves it still doesn't understand the consumer market
By Daniel Rubino last updated
History seems to be repeating itself as Microsoft's mixed reality ambitions are a chaotic disaster.
Microsoft Surface Laptop SE review: What EDU and budget PCs should strive for
By Daniel Rubino published
Starting at $250, Microsoft's first foray into extreme budget PCs for schools acts as an example for other OEMs.
Original Microsoft Surface Duo is finally getting its Android 11 [Update]
By Daniel Rubino published
14 months after its release, the original Surface Duo is getting its big OS update bringing it closer to Surface Duo 2.
Microsoft ditches Surface Audio app for Android, Windows, iOS and replaces it with refreshed Surface edition
By Daniel Rubino published
Microsoft has killed its Surface Audio app for Android, iOS, and Windows. A new Microsoft Surface app is in its place, with more features, an updated design, and a more consolidated experience.
First look at HP's incredible ENVY 34 All-in-One Desktop PC with 5K display, RTX graphics
By Daniel Rubino last updated
We go hands-on with HP's stunning juggernaut 34-inch AIO, which features a 16MP camera and other hefty hardware chops.
Microsoft Surface Duo 2 update lets you customize Surface Slim Pen's buttons, improves touch, and more
By Daniel Rubino last updated
The Surface Duo 2's January update is now available, coming in at 559MB with a ton of fixes and improvements.
Microsoft Surface, Windows, and Seach revenue for FY22 Q2 blows past own expectations in a massive quarter
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Despite anticipating negative revenue this quarter for Surface, Microsoft actually was up 8%, with Windows OEM licensing surging 25% year-over-year (YoY).
5 reasons why Microsoft canceling 'Project Andromeda' was the right choice
By Daniel Rubino published
While fans wanted it, everything was against Microsoft in 2018 to give Andromeda any hope for success.
How Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard stacks up to LinkedIn, Nokia, Skype, and more
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Costing $68.7 billion, Activision Blizzard is Microsoft's most expensive acquisition by a mile.
PC shipments not expected to decline to pre-pandemic levels 'for at least 2-3 years'
By Daniel Rubino last updated
A new report from Gartner reveals a decline in Chromebook demand but a strong future for PCs.
Report: Record-breaking 341 million PCs shipped in 2021, highest since 2012, with 'digital acceleration' for 2022
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Despite severe supply-chain constraints, worldwide shipments of PCs grew 1% year on year to 92 million units last quarter versus 91 million a year ago.
HP Omen 45L review: A crazy 'Cryo Chamber' keeps this 4K gaming PC cool and infinitely flexible
By Daniel Rubino last updated
HP's latest 4K gaming PC is not only super powerful but keeps things chilled thanks to a first-of-a-kind CPU cooling system.
Hands-on: HP's new Elite Dragonfly G3 with 3:2 display is one light, good-looking laptop
By Daniel Rubino last updated
With an all-new form factor, taller display, and 12th Gen Intel, HP's Elite Dragonfly G3 looks like a winner.
HP finally gets it right: Elite Dragonfly G3 gets a 3:2 display, still less than 1kg, but drops 360-hinge
By Daniel Rubino last updated
The Elite Dragonfly has been HP's go-to super light and premium laptop, but for 2022, it's finally fixing its biggest flaw.
Lenovo's super light ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen2 gets a 28W 12th Gen CPU, Dolby Voice, and touchscreen option
By Daniel Rubino last updated
With a much more powerful processor and option for a touchscreen, the 2.1lb X1 Nano Gen 2 looks fantastic.
Defying God, Razer has put haptic motors into its premium Enki Pro HyperSense gaming chair
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Razer’s just announced the Enki Pro HyperSense, a chair that actually vibrates (force-feedback), tilts, and lights up for deep immersion when you game, watch a movie or listen to music. Hells yeah.
Google's 'Fast Pair' announcement for Windows shows everything that's wrong with Google
By Daniel Rubino published
OEM-specific features instead of working directly with Microsoft is the type of nonsense we don't need in 2022.
The HP EliteBook 1040 G9 finally goes to 16:10 with Intel 12th Gen CPUs
By Daniel Rubino published
The HP EliteBook 1040 is getting a nice makeover for 2022 with a new taller 16:10 display, Intel 12th Gen and much more. Here are the full specs and when it comes out.
HP refreshes its mid and entry tier EliteBook 800 and 600 series with G9 for 2022
By Daniel Rubino published
HP has announced the EliteBook 800 and EliteBook 600 G9 series for 2022. New display options, Intel 12th Gen, and more are available in these mid-tier and entry-level business laptops.