Intel’s next-gen Comet Lake processors will reportedly arrive with 10 cores
Intel's next-generation Comet Lake processor is said to be an evolution of the Skylake micro-architecture, but the new desktop processor is expected to ship with 10 cores with laptop chips topping out with six cores. Details about the processor were obtained by examining code in Intel's Linux drivers.
Latest Skype preview now lets you chat with up to 50 people on a video call
Microsoft is currently testing a key change to its Skype video conferencing software. The latest beta version of Skype is now introducing an ability to enter a video call with up to 50 people, a change from the current public version which has a maximum limit of 25 participants.
Nvidia’s rumored 7nm Ampere graphics could debut next week, but not for gamers
After rival AMD announced its 7nm Radeon Vega VII graphics earlier this year at the Consumer Electronics Show, Nvidia may be feeling the pressure to match the smaller architecture. The GeForce-maker may be using its own GTC conference next week to show off its rumored next-generation 7nm Ampere graphics.
Netgear’s new Nighthawk Pro Gaming router keeps you connected at a nice price
Netgear has debuted a new member of its Nighthawk Pro Gaming range of routers, but this one is much more affordable than the others. It still features support for 802.11ac and a decent bandwidth of 1,750Mbps, plus the DUMAOS optimizations, but it offers all that for just $200.
Dropbox is now limiting users of free version to only three devices
Dropbox is making it a little harder to be a user of its free plan. Starting now, users with free Dropbox plans will be limited to linking three devices only to their account. Users that already have more than three devices will be able to keep them, but won't be able to add any more.
At $219, Nvidia’s GTX 1660 makes midrange graphics cards affordable
After several months of rumors and leaks, Nvidia has announced the GTX 1660 graphics card. Similar to the previously announced GTX 1660 Ti, and with prices starting at $219, this latest Turing-powered GPU from Nvidia aims to bring midrange performance to the desktops of gamers across the world.
Limited-time Amazon deal knocks up to $200 off the thin, light Acer Swift 5
If you've been thinking of purchasing a thin, light, and stylish laptop, you might want to consider heading to Amazon as soon as you can. The online retailer is currently discounting the Acer Swift 5 and several other Acer products by up to $200, but only through the end of today, March 14.
Razer’s new gaming gear is lightweight — and more affordable than ever
Razer has a new range of gaming peripherals on sale, offering power in affordable packages. There's a BlackWidow keyboard, Kraken headset, and Basilisk Essential gaming mouse, bringing high-end features to mid-tier pricing with a few neat innovations for longtime Razer fans.
The next Microsoft Surface Pro could have a redesigned kickstand hinge
A Microsoft patent has emerged that could provide some additional details on the hinge of the next Surface Pro. The language in the patent itself describes "secured device portions" and the inner workings of a hinge mechanism for a computing device in space-constrained environments.
Save $500 on a 4K XPS 15 laptop and more with Microsoft’s Pi Day sales
Microsoft has continued the tradition of slashing its prices on top-tier laptops and desktops to celebrate Pi Day, the one day a year where the mathematical constant of pi gets its due respect. You can find deals on fantastic laptops, gaming desktops, mice, headsets, and Xbox hardware in the Microsoft sale.
New fire and burn reports spur expansion of HP’s laptop battery recall
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the expansion of an existing recall involving certain HP laptop batteries. It's the result of more recent reports of fire and burn hazards related to these batteries. The expanded recall now includes about 78,500 affected units.
Apple’s rumored magazine subscription service could also launch on Macs
Code for Apple's rumored magazine subscription service started appearing on Apple's latest iOS and MacOS betas, suggesting that Mac owners will also be able to access magazines. The service, expected to debut on March 25, will give readers access to a broad array of publications for a flat monthly fee.
Google may cancel future laptops, tablets as it makes cuts to hardware team
Google has seen plenty of success with Chromebooks and recently launched the Pixel Slate, but the release of future hardware could now be in question. According to a report from Business Insider, the company is reassigning dozens of employees in its laptop and tablet division as part of "roadmap cutbacks."
DirectX 12 support finally arrives on Windows 7 for World of Warcraft gamers
Windows 7 gamers are finally getting the performance boost with DirectX 12 support on the platform. Microsoft announced that it is bringing DirectX 12 support in a more limited fashion to Windows 7 by working with specific game developers. The first title to benefit is World of Warcraft on Windows 7.
Cast your PC and Steam games to your Xbox One with Microsoft’s new app
Microsoft recently launched a new app which allows you to cast your PC games and Android screen over to the Xbox One. Available as a free download on the game console, the app brings the Wi-Fi-powered Miracast experience available on Surface Hub and Windows 10 devices over to the Xbox One console.
Windows 7 support is ending soon, and Microsoft is here to nag you about it
Are you one of the millions of people still running Windows 7 on your PC or laptop? If so, you might soon see a dismissable pop-up message from Microsoft appear on your computer screen, letting you know that the January 14, 2020 end of Windows 7 support is approaching.
Dell’s latest sale knocks $200 off the price of the touchscreen XPS 13 laptop
Looking for a new laptop? The Dell XPS 13 is one of our all-time favorite Windows 10 laptops, but it also happens to be quite expensive. No need to worry though, as Dell is currently giving you a chance to save up to $200 on the new XPS 13, the XPS 15, and other XPS products.
Share encrypted files via Mozilla’s Firefox Send, a free file-sharing service
Mozilla has released a new and free encrypted file-transfer service called Firefox Send. The new file-sharing service offers a number of security features such as expiring file links and a preset, limited number of downloads. Firefox Send is also expected to let users send large files.
Happy 30th, World Wide Web. Here’s how you changed the world, for good and bad
Thirty years ago, Tim Berners-Lee proposed the basics of the World Wide Web to CERN. Though his original ideas are now over three decades old, they remain the foundation on which the modern web is built. Here's how the web has changed the world, and how the world may soon change the web.
Amazon slashes price of Eero Home Wi-Fi System mesh network just for today
Amazon temporarily slashed the price of the Eero Home Wi-Fi System by $100. For today only you can pick up fast, reliable mesh network hardware suitable for a two to four bedroom home. When we reviewed the Eero system we found it easy to set up and manage. This sale ends tonight at midnight Pacific Time.
Android app mirroring is coming to Windows 10, and it could save tablet mode
In 2018, Microsoft briefly showcased a never before seen feature for Windows 10 which allowed for the mirroring of Android applications on a Windows 10 PCs. Several months later, Microsoft is starting the process of testing out a beta version of the feature with Windows Insiders.
Could Apple be refreshing the MacBook Air 2018 with a new Core i7 processor?
The MacBook Air 2018 has been released, but Apple could already be planning a slightly more powerful version with a new chipset under the hood. This is according to Intel product change documentation showing that the latest Apple laptop might pick up an option for a newer Intel Core i7-8510Y processor.
Get light gaming on a budget as Walmart cuts price of the Ryzen 3 2200G to $88
Are you building a new PC on a slight budget? AMD's processors and graphics cards are always a solid and less-expensive option in such cases, but one of its better entry-level options is now even cheaper. A fresh sale at retailer Walmart is now is cutting down the price of the Ryzen 3 2200 APU to $88.
Chromebook popularity could prompt another round of Intel CPU shortages
Intel may be facing worsening shortages of its 14nm CPU lines as a new generation of Chromebooks ship out in the coming weeks. A new report suggests that we may have to wait until the end of the summer before supply can catch up with demand, which could lead to Intel CPU price rises in the short term.
NYPD has created pattern-recognition software to help it solve crimes
The NYPD is using special pattern-recognition software to help it link crimes across precincts, with the department said to be the first in the U.S. to deploy such a system. "Patternizr" was developed in-house over a period of two years and has been in use since 2016, although its deployment has only now been revealed.
Transform your desk space and save on a Dell UltraSharp curved monitor
Have you been thinking of upgrading your setup at work at home with a fancy new monitor? You might want to check out Amazon. The online retailer is running a sale on a 34-inch Dell Ultrasharp U3415W Curved LED-lit monitor, for a savings of up to 22 percent off its usual price.
Apple’s AR Glasses could pair up with your iPhone in 2020
Apple has been working on augmented reality glasses, but on March 8, some more details on the project were released. According to an investor note sent by reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple's AR glasses will be mass manufactured starting in the fourth quarter of 2019, but not later than the second half of 2020.
Microsoft’s Windows 10 now powers more than 800 million devices
After its release in 2015, Microsoft once hoped Windows 10 would hit a billion device install base within three years. While it's a bit late, it is now even closer to the goal. On March 7, the company revealed via a website that more than 800 million Windows 10 devices are now being used worldwide.
Battle royale success tied to good graphics and a fast monitor, Nvidia says
Having a G-Sync monitor with fast refresh rates may be just as important for winning battle royale games, like Fortnite, as a good graphics card, Nvidia said. When paired with a good discrete graphics card, like Nvidia's GeForce RTX 2080, the hardware combo allows gamers to spot and respond to enemies faster.
The cheapest Microsoft Surface Book 2 could soon get more powerful
If you've been thinking of buying a Surface Book 2, you might want to hold off for a bit. Microsoft could soon be refreshing the cheapest entry-level 13-inch version of the Windows 10 2-in-1 with a much more powerful Intel Core i5-8350U series processor, according to a new report.
Democrats aim to save the internet and restore net neutrality
The fight for net neutrality is still living on. Lawmakers in the U.S. House and Senate on March 6 introduced the "Save the Internet Act," which its proponents say will restore the rules that protect an open internet. It would reinstate net neutrality rules which were repealed by the FCC in 2017.
AMD Ryzen 3000 Threadripper CPUs will launch in 2019
AMD has confirmed that its high-end, Ryzen 3000 Threadripper processors will be released before the end of the year. Announced in an investor presentation, AMD claimed that we'll first see second-generation Ryzen Pro mobile CPUs unveiled, followed in turn by Ryzen 3000 desktop and Threadripper chips.
Microsoft continues open-source effort, releases Windows Calculator code
Microsoft is showing its continued goodwill to the open-source community, a group that was once shunned in the company's early days. With the company's latest decision, Windows Calculator code has been made available, but that might not be the most important news coming from the company.
Facebook aims to repair reputation with focus on encrypted messaging
The Facebook of tomorrow may forego the news feed that you're familiar with today in favor of disappearing Snapchat-like messages and encryption. In a bid to rebuild its reputation, Faceook detailed its plans to shift to a privacy-focused social network, which could take several years to complete.