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Microsoft Weekly roundup - Gigabyte's new PSU has an LCD screen - Skype for Business Online is no more

August 01, 2021

This week saw no new Windows 11 Insider build, but the one released last week did move to the Beta channel. Have a great rest of the weekend! -Steve

The last seven days were quite eventful in Microsoft land, with earnings reports, the arrival of Flight Sim on console, and the EOL of Skype for Business Online. Be sure to catch up via our overview.

Gigabyte has launched today its new AORUS-branded high-end PSU dubbed P1200W. The unique thing about this model is the presence of an LCD display that can even let you watch MP4 video files.

The United Launch Alliance is set to launch the CST-100 Starliner to the ISS carrying cargo for the crew. The mission is a vital test for further crewed missions aboard ULA's Starliner.

Skype for Business Online is being retired today in favor of Microsoft Teams. The Redmond firm announced the change two years ago and is offering organizations assisted upgrades to Teams Only mode.

This weekend's PC game deals include a couple of new gaming bundles from Humble, more Epic Games Store freebies, free events from all corners, plus a whole bunch of franchise sales.

A supposedly official 3dfx Interactive Twitter account has teased the company's comeback today. The handle says that 3dfx will be making "an major announcement" on the 5th of August regarding this.

The first August wave of Games with Gold is already available for Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. Darksiders III and Lost Planet 3 are the latest bonus games up for claiming.

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