Cooler Master’s slick gaming keyboard can pair up to 3 Bluetooth devices
Cooler Master’s latest low-profile, gaming keyboard was released this week and though it might be a little pricey at $120, early reviews indicate that it might be worth the price. With an exceptional battery life and enough memory to pair up to three devices, the SK621 might be worth considering.
Logitech’s wireless G502 Lightspeed is faster than wired gaming mice
Logitech has upgraded its wired G502 Hero with wireless capabilities. The new G502 Lightspeed is a gaming mouse that outperforms wired rivals, delivering accurate tracking and low-latency response. With the optional wireless charging mouse pad, you never have to plug in the G502 Lightpseed to charge it.
All Chromebooks launched in 2019 will be Linux-ready out of the box
Google revealed at this year’s Google I/O that all of the Chromebooks launched in 2019 will have the ability to run Linux “right out of the box.” This covers all 2019 Chromebooks, including Intel and ARM-based ones. There are also other planned, developer-friendly Chromebook improvements.
Intel’s next-generation Comet Lake-S CPUs may need new motherboards
Intel's next-generation desktop CPUs, the 14nm Comet Lake-S chips, may require a new motherboard to support their new socket. That means that existing 300-series board owners will likely not be able to upgrade to the new CPU without changing their motherboard to a new 400-series model.
Apple’s newest Mac Mini gets a $200 price cut, the first deal we’ve seen
Apple's latest Mac Mini -- the late-2018 model -- is now on sale for up to $200 off its regular retail price. B&H Photo is running a special promo that takes between $50 to $200 off of the Mac Mini, so now is a good time to buy if you've been eyeing Apple's diminutive MacOS-powered desktop.
Windows 10 is getting a Linux kernel, starting with Insider builds this summer
A Linux kernel will be included in Windows 10 starting with summer 2019’s Insider builds. The kernel is expected to be included in the latest version of the Windows Subsystem for Linux and will initially be based on the most recent stable release of Linux, version 4.19.
Intel’s three new Project Athena labs will help pave the way to 5G PCs
Intel announced it is opening Project Athena labs in three cities in June, a move that could pave the way for 5G laptops. The effort could be seen as a response to Qualcomm's emerging Always-On PC initiative. Intel claims that its first advanced Project Athena laptops will debut in the second half of the year.
With Chrome Portals, Google makes websites feel more like web apps
Google is on a mission to make Chrome faster and more powerful, and that journey starts with Portals and Web Packages. Web Packaging allows web pages to load faster, while Portals lets users travel within the same site or across different sites more fluidly, similar to how apps work today.
Vivaldi browser lights up your keyboard with Razer Chroma effects
Alongside some new additions to speed up access to your favorite sites, the latest version of Vivaldi is getting more colorful than ever. Vivaldi 2.5 can now integrate directly with Razer Chroma-enabled peripherals to sync lighting to match the websites you're visiting, no matter the color.
Who is Microsoft’s new Edge browser for? Probably not you or me
Microsoft's new Chromium-based Edge browser is confusing. Is it for enterprise customers who will benefit from its hooks to Internet Explorer, Microsoft's cloud services, and platform agnosticism? Or is it for consumers who will like its privacy and security features? Probably the former, actually.
Surface, Windows, and everything else Microsoft skipped at Build 2019
Microsoft's annual developers conference had plenty of updates on what the company is doing in the cloud computing space. But what about Surface? Or how about Windows? Microsoft was silent on both of these fronts, and here's why that was a missed opportunity for the company at large.
The new Chromium-based Microsoft Edge for Mac has leaked. Here’s how to get it
The MacOS version of Microsoft’s Chromium-based Edge browser was leaked on Twitter this week. The download links were tweeted out on May 6 and appear to be legitimate download links from Microsoft’s server. There are two links: One for the Canary build and one for the Dev build.
U.S. intends to build record-setting exascale supercomputer by 2021
Less than two months after it already announced that it was building one exascale supercomputer, the United States government announced this week that it would be building a second, faster exascale supercomputer called Frontier. Frontier is also expected to be built by 2021.
Everything announced at Microsoft Build 2019, from Edge to Azure
Microsoft has a lot of exciting news at this year's Build conference and much of it was announced during the major keynote address to kick things off. In the lead up to the rest of the exciting Build show, here's everything we learned about what Microsoft has coming up in 2019.
Windows 10 was mostly MIA at Build 2019. Does it matter?
Microsoft didn't have much to say about Windows 10 at Build 2019, and some of the biggest announcements that relate to Windows were, in fact, cloud services that are accessible through the desktop OS or use some of its features. What does that mean for the future of Windows 10?
New version of Alexa app for Windows 10 offers hands-free capabilities
Amazon released a new version of its Alexa app for Windows 10 PCs this week. The new version now offers support for hands-free access to Amazon’s flagship voice assistant and for playing music through Pandora. Windows 10 PC users can download the new version from the Microsoft Store.
Microsoft revamps its Windows Terminal app with emojis, themes, and more
Microsoft has announced a new update to its Windows Terminal app, giving it some more modern features that will help make it look more like a Windows 10 app. The new Windows Terminal app is available now, and comes with tabs, themes, and more, including support for emojis.
AMD’s next-gen Navi graphics cards may offer RTX 2070-like performance for $330
AMD's next-generation Navi graphics cards aren't expected to challenge top-tier GPUs like Nvidia's RTX 2080 Ti, but they might offer credible competition for the RTX 2070. The latest rumors suggest they could match Nvidia's comparable GPU at not much more than half the price -- $330.
Quantum goes open source as Microsoft expands Q# programming language
At this year's Build conference, Microsoft announced it will open source the Q# compiler and quantum simulators. This is part of Microsoft's push to get developers to code with its Q# quantum computing language, and the move will likely benefit open source quantum computing projects at research institutions.
Election data is vulnerable. Microsoft’s open source software aims to fix that
Microsoft has a pair of new technologies that it hopes will make the next elections in the United States and abroad far more secure from outside meddling. They help secure important campaign data and could help create a new-generation of secure voting systems to better validate election results.
Internet Explorer will find a new home in Microsoft’s Edge browser
Microsoft is making it easier for businesses to launch Internet Explorer, especially if they rely on IE-based web apps. On the new version of the Microsoft Edge browser built on Chromium code, you'll soon be able to simply launch Internet Explorer merely by opening an Edge tab.
How to watch the Microsoft Build 2019 keynote and what to expect
Like in previous years, Microsoft is expected to offer a livestream of this year's Build 2019 keynote. Even if you're not an attendee of the show, which is slated to kick off on Monday, May 6, you'll be able to still follow the latest Microsoft news and keep up with the company's vision for the future of Windows.
Hackers demanding bitcoin payments for code held hostage from GitHub and GitLab
Hackers extracted all the source code from certain GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket repositories, leaving behind a ransom note demanding bitcoin. It remains unclear how the hackers were able to access the accounts, but an investigation suggested that credentials were compromised from third-party exposures.
Oculus Quest taunts some customers after arriving more than two weeks early
The Oculus Quest has arrived early for some customers who pre-ordered the standalone virtual reality headset. The device, which is not supposed to ship out until May 21, is taunting the people who now have it in their hands but cannot use it due to limitations with the Oculus mobile app.
Razer celebrates Star Wars Day with Stormtrooper-themed gaming accessories
Razer unveiled a trio of gaming peripherals that are bound to excite Star Wars fans. The gaming company decked out its BlackWidow Lite mechanical keyboard, Atheris Wireless Mouse, and Goliathus Extended Gaming Mouse Mat in the black-and-white tones famously found on Stormtrooper uniforms.
Microsoft’s updated Windows 10 design to bring curvy corners next year
Microsoft is bringing a new design to Windows 10 next year, complete with a visual makeover that trades in squared-off corners for curvier ones. A posted screenshot shows the search window with rounded, curved corners running on Windows build 20H1, which is slated for a 2020 release.
Get an Apple Magic Trackpad 2 with Force Touch for your Mac and save $30
Apple’s successor to its original Magic Trackpad now comes with a built-in rechargeable battery, Force Touch, and a larger surface area. And you can save $30 and grab one for yourself for only $99 with Amazon’s latest deal. It’s a particularly good deal if you’re looking for a mouse replacement.
Unreal Engine 4 support for developers coming to Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 in May
Ahead of its annual Build conference this year, Microsoft announced that its HoloLens 2 Development Edition will be priced at $3,500. Developers will get Azure credits and trials for Unity Pro and Unity PiXYZ Plugin. Additionally, Unreal Engine 4 support is arriving at the end of the month.
Microsoft Azure Blockchain signs J.P. Morgan for Ethereum smart contract system
If you've wanted to run blockchain apps through the cloud but were wary of the complexities of integration, Microsoft is here to help. Its new Azure Blockchain Service streamlines ledger creation through the Ethereum Protocol and is already attracting major customers like J.P. Morgan and its Quorum platform.
Chrome OS 74 combines Google Assistant with device and web searching
Google latest Chrome OS build has combined three different kinds of search into one search utility. Google Assistant, device, and web searching were all brought together in Chrome OS 74, which was released this week. Google’s newest Chrome OS build also sports a few other features as well.
Dell’s small business deals drop up to 45 percent off XPS and Vostro desktops
Dell's desktop are now discounted by as much as 45% as part of the company's small business promotion. While most of the systems are geared toward the SMB market, with select OptiPlex, Precision, and Vostro systems on sale, the XPS Tower is also discounted, making it a good fit for office or home use.
Intel heats up graphics battle against Nvidia with ray tracing-capable Xe cards
Intel appears poised to takle a page out of Nvidia's RTX playbook. When Intel launches its server-based Xe graphics for data centers, Intel's new graphics chips will support hardware-based ray tracing. The feature is currently targeting creators, such as those working on visual effects and animated films.
Luna Display envisions potential foldable Mac screens with concept images
Luna Display released its own concept images this week, showing how it envisions a foldable Mac screen would look and function. Their concept design involves the creation of Mac-iPad hybrid device supports the use of keyboards, mice, touch inputs, and an Apple Pencil.
Oculus Rift S gets a release date, pre-orders are now available
The Oculus Rift S made its debut at the 2019 Game Developers Conference. Oculus's newest VR headset is expected to replace the original Oculus Rift as the company's flagship product. The new headset features a few new improvements and its design is the result of a partnership with Lenovo.