Get a Surface Pro 6 bundle for $800 today only at the Microsoft Store
There were some excellent deals on Surface Pro 6 bundles for both Cyber Monday and Black Friday, but if you missed out, you now have another chance to save. Right now you can get the latest Microsoft 2-in-1 for as little as $800 at the Microsoft Store, and also save on the black version of the device at Best Buy
With 20,000 sites swallowed up, a botnet is eating WordPress alive
Hackers controlling a botnet of over 20,000 infected WordPress sites are attacking other WordPress sites, according to a report from The Defiant Threat Intelligence team. The botnets attempted up generate logins on up to five million logins on legit WordPress websites within the thirty days.
Microsoft asks Edge Insiders for help with its new browser development
Microsoft is asking for user input and feedback to help it shape the future of its Edge browser, which debuted alongside Windows 10. After having announced a dramatic shift that will see Edge use Google's open-source Chromium rendering engine, Microsoft is asking users and developers for input and feedback.
Microsoft blocks optional Windows 10 update that bricked Surface Book 2 devices
Be it a file deletion bug, or a driver problem with HP computers, Microsoft has had a bit of a rough time with Windows Updates recently. In the latest set of issues, Microsoft is now pulling back an optional monthly cumulative update that bricked and rendered some Surface Book 2 devices useless.
Intel’s 2019 NUC may get even more powerful, thanks to 9th-Gen Core i9 processor
Intel is reportedly working on refreshing its compact desktop lineup, and it's 2019 NUC may feature quite the performance. Despite its small footprint, Intel may be packing in a beefy 9th-Generation Core i9 processor with 8 cores and 16 threads and integrated UHD graphics inside its top-of-the-line NUC PC.
Qualcomm takes on Intel with fastest graphics processor, Snapdragon 8cx chips
Qualcomm debuted its next-generation SoC known as the Snapdragon 8cx. It features a new eight-core CPU and the most powerful graphics core Qualcomm has ever bundled onto a single die. The new chip will find its way into new devices in Q3 2019 and is already shipping out to device makers for testing.
Signed Steve Jobs memorabilia expected to fetch about $70,000 at auction
If you're interested in owning a piece of Apple history, a few artifacts with the handwriting of Steve Jobs will be available in two separate auctions. The first piece is an autographed copy of a rare first edition of Macworld magazine, while a second piece will be for a handwritten Apple I specifications sheet.
AMD’s Radeon graphics cards are nearly half off today only on Amazon
If you're a gamer or a VR enthusiast looking to buy a good graphics card at an affordable price, Amazon is discounting AMD's Radeon RX 580 and RX Vega 56 graphics cards today. The cards are nearly half off as part of the retailer's Deal of the Day promotion, but you have to act fast as the deal expires today.
AMD Ryzen 3000 chips could have 16 cores, 5GHz turbo frequency
The latest rumor about the specs for AMD's upcoming Ryzen 3000-series CPUs suggests that the top chips could have as many as 16 cores and 32 threads. Better yet, those same chips will reportedly hit turbo clock speeds as high as 5.1GHz, which could topple Intel as the performance king of the CPU industry.
AMD Navi graphic cards could offer RTX 2070-like performance for $250
AMD's Navi is only a few weeks away from being unveiled and the rumor mill is heating up. The latest rumors suggest that the top Navi GPU set to launch in the first half of 2019 could be comparable to Nvidia's RTX 2070 and may cost as little as $250, with far lower power requirements than AMD's usual GPUs.
Walmart denies that the Overpowered gaming PC has been canceled
When Walmart briefly pulled the listing for its branded Overpowered PC desktop on its website, there were rumors that the gaming rig had been canceled due to poor reception from gamers. However, that isn't the case, and Walmart had pulled the listing briefly to update the product page, partner Esports Arena noted.
Amazon’s Deal of the Day takes up to $700 off Dell’s refurbished XPS 13, XPS 15
If you're looking to score some savings off of some of the most popular Windows laptops on the market and don't mind buying a certified refurbished unit, Dell's XPS 13 and XPS 15 are discounted by as much as $700 on Amazon. In Amazon's Deal of the Day, Dell's refurbished Chromebooks are also discounted.
Laptops with Nvidia’s RTX graphics are rumored to arrive at CES 2019
If you want the ray tracing capabilities for gaming that's supported on Nvidia's desktop RTX cards in a mobile form factor, you should keep your eyes out in January. It's now rumored that Nvidia may use CES to launch a new mobile-centric RTX card and laptops with mobile RTX graphics could ship in February.
The Zotac RTX 2080 graphics card is now $100 off at $699
The Zotac GTX 2080 AMP edition graphics card is available now for just $699 via a $100-off coupon. It's a great deal for one of the best graphics cards in the world that will support years of high-end gaming. If you have a 4K monitor handy, it can deliver great frame rates at that setting.
Google denies claim that it’s tracking internet users when incognito mode is on
After rival privacy-focused search engine reported that Google is following users on the internet to deliver personlized search results -- even when incognito mode is enabled -- Google released a statement denying those claims. Google claimed that DuckDuckGo's study was flawed, and that it's not tracking users.
A second Wells Fargo glitch results in the foreclosure of more homes
Wells Fargo bank is under fire again after revealing that a computer glitch resulted in the mistaken foreclosure of an additional 545 homes. This is the second computer-related error after Wells Fargo revealed in August the first error resulted in 400 homes being foreclosed in a federal assistance program.
Block out the sun and drown out the haters with Bose’s new AR sunglasses
Bose has announced its quirkiest listening device yet, a pair of headphone-integrated sunglasses that allow you to meander the brightest places with your favorite tunes in tow. Called the Frames, the headphones support what the company claims is the first audio augmented reality platform
Apple’s refurbished 15-inch MacBook Pro gets a $450 price cut on Amazon
As part of its Woot deals, Amazon is now selling refurbished models of Apple's 15-inch MacBook Pro with a discount. The discounted models start at $1,549, depending on the configuration, and are backed by a one-year Woot warranty. Amazon's discount applies only to the mid-2017 MacBook Pro, and not this year's models.
415,000 routers worldwide reportedly infected with cryptojacking malware
A cryptojacking malware that was initially discovered affecting more than 200,000 routers in Brazil now has grown to infect more than 415,000 routers worldwide. The malware's goal is to steal resources from computers to mine cryptocurrency in a scheme known as cryptojacking. Fortunately there is a fix.
Microsoft may ditch Edge for a new Chromium-based web browser
Microsoft may soon ditch its Edge browser entirely, with a view to replacing it with a Chromium-based browser. The new browser would still be Windows' default solution, but it would offer a Chrome-like experience, making for an overall more refined browser, but one that was less distinguishable overall.
AMD plans ray tracing cards, looks to compete with Nvidia’s premium GPUs in 2019
AMD may soon have an answer to Nvidia's high-end GeForce RTX series. CEO Lisa Su hinted that AMD will have a premium graphics option to take on its rival, suggesting the reason AMD had left Nvidia unchallenged so far in the space is because it was waiting for the ecosystem to fully support ray tracing.
Dice, Nvidia promise ‘Battlefield V’ ray tracing performance boost via updates
Nvidia and Dice have released driver and game updates for Battlefield V which massively optimizes the ray tracing component of the new game. We're told that these improvements can lead to as much as a 50-percent increase in frames per second in scenes which offer a lot of real-time reflections.
The redesigned Razer Blade Stealth can actually game now — but it’ll cost you
Razer has launched a redesigned version of its 13.3-inch Blade Stealth, now featuring an optional discrete graphics solution to improve gaming. More than just an increase in power, the new Blade Stealth is a complete redesign to match the look of the Razer Blade gaming laptop.
Microsoft to target Chromebooks with new Windows Lite OS, report says
Microsoft has long been on a journey to make Windows faster and more efficient, but it has had little success among consumers. With Chromebooks becoming ever more popular, Microsoft is again looking to target Google's popular Chrome OS with a new lightweight version of Windows dubbed Lite OS.
Quora hit by data breach affecting around 100 million users
Question-and-answer website Quora has been targeted by hackers. The company says that data belonging to 100 million of its users may have been stolen in the security breach. The hack is still under investigation, and Quora is now in the process of contacting affected users by email.
Someone is selling a mass-hacking service, leaving your printer exposed
Hackers normally try to take control or manipulate your computer, but internet-connected printers are also at risk. That is all according to a report from Vice, which finds that someone attempted to sell a mass printing service, which could cause your printer to spit out any given message on command.
LG’s Gram 17-inch laptop packs plenty of power, but stays thin and light
If you're looking for a 17-inch laptop, you'll probably find that most devices are too heavy for your liking. Well, LG's Gram 17 might soon be a good option for consumers who want a thin and light laptop with a large screen, as it comes in at under three pounds, according to recent reports.
Skype’s real-time A.I. captions and subtitles aim for better collaboration
Microsoft enabled a feature that brings real-time translation and transcription to your Skype video calls. Launched to celebrate the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the closed-captioning feature aims to use A.I. to break down communication barriers to foster better collaboration.
Nvidia’s Titan RTX is the first full Turing GPU with 24GB of memory
The Nvidia RTX Titan is here and although it's not a card that most gamers will ever get inside their systems, it does have some mouth-watering specifications. It's effectively a fully unlocked 2080 Ti, with a few more CUDA cores, higher boost clocks, and more than double the memory for a whole lot more power.
Intel promises new experiences for its upcoming discrete GPUs in 2020
Intel confirmed that it is on track to launch new discrete graphics cards in 2020, which will have a different architecture from the now cancelled Larrabee prototype. Though Intel did not reveal much about the upcoming GPU, the company stated that it is focusing on delivering new consumer experiences with the cards.
Microsoft working on foldable dual-screen Surface ‘Centaurus’ for 2019
Although Microsoft has been rumored to be working on a dual-screen phone, the company is reportedly now planning on a second and larger dual-screen computing device as well. According to a report from Windows Central, a new foldable Microsoft Surface 'Centaurus' device is coming in the fall of 2019.
Microsoft leans on A.I. to bring real-time closed-captioning to PowerPoint
Microsoft is relying on artificial intelligence technology to deliver real-time closed-captioning of PowerPoint presentations. The latest move will make PowerPoint more accessible to people with disabilities or those who speak foreign languages, as A.I. will deliver translation or transcription of the presentation.
Nvidia researchers use artificial intelligence to upgrade your game’s graphics
Artificial intelligence can be used to improve an existing game's graphics by adding more texture, lighting, and details to existing scenes. By using machine learning to study existing videos, researchers discovered that they could use A.I. to render realistic scenes in real-time, allowing old games to be remastered.
Apple quietly delays Blackmagic eGPU Pro ship date to December
Without any explanation, Apple has updated its web store to reflect a new December ship date for the Blackmagic eGPU Pro. Originally slated to be released in November, the Pro edition of the Mac-focused eGPU brings the performance of AMD's Radeon RX Vega 56 graphics cards to Thunderbolt 3-equipped Macs.