Qualcomm is working on patches to address Meltdown and Spectre flaws
An exploit that's applicable to all modern CPUs requires an operating system fix that will slow down system performance in some cases.
Are your pockets deep? Acer Predator Orion 9000 can push limits of gaming power
Acer's new Predator Orion 9000 can be whatever you want it to be, but if you have deep pockets, it could be the ultimate gaming system.
Acer’s new laptops include a liquid-cooled 2-in-1, $250 fanless Chromebook
Acer has something for you at CES 2018, with brand new versions of its Swift 7 laptop, and a Switch 7 2-in-1 that includes Nvidia graphics.
Keep pirating content and you may lose control of your thermostat, ISP warns
ISP Armstrong Zoom is suggesting that pirates could not only have their internet privileges revoked, but might also risk their Nests.
HP embraces USB-C with the new Chromebook 14 G5 and Chromebox G2
Before CES 2018, HP announced a series of new Chrome systems including an updated Chromebox with a Core i7 processor and the Chromebook 14 G5.
Twitter tease indicates HTC could reveal a 4K Vive VR headset at CES
The official HTC Vive Twitter feed is now teasing a New Year's "resolution" ahead of the Vive press conference on Monday.
HP recalls battery in more than 15 notebooks to prevent possible burns, damage
HP is now recalling one of the battery packs installed in more than 15 notebooks for possible burns and damage.
A metal chassis and new processor elevate Samsung’s new Notebook 7 Spin
Samsung's new Notebook 7 Spin is getting a processor update to Intel's 8th-gen processor, as well as an upgrade from plastic to metal.
Is this why FCC chairman Ajit Pai canceled his CES appearance?
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai has cancelled an appearance at CES 2018 one week before the show. CTA CEO Gary Shapiro suspects threats of violence.
The Dell XPS 13 just became the most anticipated laptop of CES 2018
Dell just dropped the details and photos of its new XPS 13 -- and the results look pretty exciting.
Dell’s new XPS 13 is made from the same material as your running jacket
Dell's new XPS 13 is smaller and lighter than ever, while new materials make it even better looking and higher performance.
Lenovo’s updated ThinkPads include T480s with Nvidia MX150, affordable X-Series
Just ahead of CES 2018, Lenovo introduced its refreshed ThinkPad family for business and enterprise customers packing eighth-generation CPUs.
Netgear’s Outdoor Satellite expands your Orbi wireless network to the pool
Just ahead of CES 2018, Netgear introduced the Outdoor Satellite, an addition to the company's Orbi family of networking products.
Samsung’s CJ791 declutters the desktop with a QLED display packing Thunderbolt 3
Just ahead of CES 2018, Samsung introduced an upcoming wide-screen, curved desktop display with a Thunderbolt 3 connection.
Microsoft once again boasts the Edge browser’s battery life prowess
Microsoft has published yet another test showing off Edge's greater efficiency, beating out both Firefox and Chrome in streaming video.
Microsoft officially draws the curtain on its Groove Music streaming service
As of today, the Groove Music app from Microsoft no longer offers the option to stream, purchase, or download music.
Intel’s chip-packing Radeon graphics slips a brief tease just before CES 2018
Intel pulled a listing of the Core i7-8809G, one of the modules the company built using AMD's Radeon graphics. Now we have a better idea.
If you can’t spell ‘Birkenstock,’ the sandal company wants you to skip Amazon
Amazon's feud with German-sandal maker Birkenstock has taken a turn for the worse as the shoe company took Amazon to court.
Cryptocurrency expert released after $1 million bitcoin ransom
A cryptocurrency expert has been released after a million dollar bitcoin ransom was paid to his kidnappers.
The DryGuy boot warmer will keep your feet toasty all winter long
The DryGuy boot warmer and dryer keep your ski and snowboard boots ready to wear even after the wettest conditions.
Xiaomi’s next A.I.-packed voice assistant speaker may support Cortana
Xiaomi subsidiary Yeelight is launching a new voice assistant speaker that supports two AI-based assistants, one of which is Amazon Alexa.
Future versions of Chrome OS won’t pause Android apps when switching windows
A beta version of Chrome OS now includes a toggle called Android Parallel Tasks that enables true Android app multi-tasking on Chromebooks.
Looking for some mobile VR fun? Here are the top 10 Google Daydream apps, games
Google Daydream may not be the most powerful way to experience virtual reality, but there are a ton of great apps available.
Amazon is blowing out prices on the original Surface Book, starts at $790
If you've ever wanted a Microsoft Surface Book 2-in-1 but the prices were holding you back, then Amazon just might have a deal for you.
Samsung’s Notebook 9’s S Pen challenges Google and Apple, sans batteries
Samsung's new Notebook 9 S Pen could be the most advanced stylus yet, with 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, no batteries required.
The Computer History Museum will open source Apple’s Lisa OS in 2018
The Computer History Museum has announced plans to release an open source version of the operating system for Apple's Lisa computer.
Microsoft’s Surface Book 2 power supply problem isn’t limited to gamers
The Surface Book 2 has a power problem. If you're expecting a workstation-level system in this slim 2-in-1 machine, then you won't be happy.
Lenovo’s stand-alone Daydream VR headset finally appears on FCC site, with a name
Although HTC bailed out on Google's Daydream plans, the FCC shows Lenovo is still forging ahead with its compatible stand-alone VR headset.
Cryptocurrency windfall — Pineapple Fund gifts $1 million to Internet Archive
The anonymous Pineapple Fund has donated $1 million worth of bitcoin to the Internet Archive to continue its historical record keeping.
Future Chromebooks could make use of the Snapdragon 845 processor
Is Google preparing for a Snapdragon-powered Chromebook? Some clues buried within the Chrome OS may hold the key.
DARPA funds unhackable computer project to replace ‘patch-and-pray’ solutions
DARPA awarded a $3.6M grant to the University of Michigan to develop an unhackable computer with morphing hardware.
Olympics fans headed to PyeongChang will be able to experience LTE-R technology
The latest innovation in preparation for the 2018 Winter Olympics comes in the form of the world's very first LTE-Railway service.
Nvidia will no longer publish new drivers for 32-bit systems
Nvidia has confirmed that it will cease its support for 32-bit hardware following the launch of Release 390.
LG dishes out holiday cheer with a 27-inch FreeSync display for AMD gamers
LG recently introduced a new desktop display for PC gamers with AMD Radeon-branded graphics. It supports AMD's FreeSync technology.