Windows systems are crashing because of a bug related to special filenames
A problem with the way older versions of Windows handle special filenames is causing PCs to crash as a result of dodgy references.
Zotac lines up a gaming desktop, graphics cards, and mini PCs for Computex
Zotac revealed its lineup of devices heading to Computex including "mini" versions of its GTX 1080 Ti fan-based and water-cooled cards.
HTC just released a new VR headset, and it’s the first of its kind
The latest VR product from HTC isn't part of its Vive family, but is rather a standalone product called the HTC Link.
Make sure your computer system measures up with PCMark 10, launching this June
Futuremark will show off PCMark 10 at this year's Computex show, with a general release coming toward the end of June.
MSI reveals its Computex lineup of VR-ready desktops, updated backpack PC
MSI revealed its Computex lineup that spans notebooks and desktops built for high-definition PC gaming and virtual reality experiences.
Does the type of device you use affect your problem-solving skills? Study says yes
Research indicates using a smartphone instead of a computer makes us more utilitarian and less emotional in our decision-making.
MSI is touting its new motherboard as the best it’s ever released
MSI has lifted the lid on some of the new gaming PC components that will be on show at Computex 2017 next week.
Researchers create high-speed internet lane for when disaster strikes
Researchers have developed a new internet protocol that makes communicating via the internet more reliable for emergency responders.
Intel’s upcoming 10-core i9 chips will hit 4.5GHz without even overclocking
Intel's upcoming Skylake-X range of CPUs may have a top-tier chip with a clock speed as high as 4.5GHz, despite sporting 10 cores.
Acer just can’t wait for Computex, announces new laptops, 2-in-1s early
Acer introduced four new mobile devices on Thursday: two Iconia-branded Android tablets, one gaming laptop, and a thin-and-light 2-in-1.
Build a futuristic-looking gaming PC with Cougar’s new Conquer case
The new Conquer case from manufacturer Cougar offers machined aluminum and tempered glass in a futuristic design.
Elgato's Thunderbolt 3 Dock for MacBook Pro will arrive in June
Elgato's new Thunderbolt 3 Dock for MacBook Pro now has an official ship date -- it's coming in June for $300.
Cooler Master reaches for the cosmos with its 25th Anniversary Edition PC case
To celebrate 25 years of service to the PC building community, Cooler Master is releasing a special edition of its popular Cosmos II PC case.
Microsoft wants to use topological qubits to help its quantum computing research
Microsoft has charged Todd Holmdahl, who oversaw the hardware design of the Xbox 360, with helming its unique approach to quantum computing.
Following Intel integration, USB Type-C could be the only port we need
Intel is going to build in Thunderbolt 3 support into all of its CPUs in the future, in the hopes that it becomes the de facto I/O standard.
Subtitles hack can control your system through media player vulnerabilities
Check Point Security Labs has uncovered a new hacking technique that utilizes malicious subtitle files to seize control of users' systems.
Kiss boring desktop interiors goodbye with Corsair's new fan control system
Corsair's new Commander Pro fan and lighting controller offers deep customisation for those wanting a fancy, RGB-lit interior.
Early birds can get a discounted Chuwi SurBook during crowdfunding campaign
Chuwi has opened pre-orders on its SurBook 2-in-1 PC via Indiegogo, giving early birds access to deep discounts.
Microsoft enables free wireless internet for Virginia’s rural students
Microsoft has launched a 'Homework Network' for rural students in Virginia, that should give as many as 3,000 high-speed internet access.
Acer has a crazy large, curved monitor for PC gamers for a crazy high price
Acer introduced a new curved desktop Predator-branded monitor for PC gamers sporting a 35-inch screen and a super-high resolution.
Intel-based Chromebooks fall behind when running Android apps
Recent testing shows that ARM-based Chromebooks provide better performance and battery life when running Android apps than Intel versions.
Full-blown versions of Windows 10 are soon heading to the new Surface Laptop
Microsoft plans to release its new Surface Laptop with Windows 10 Home and Windows 10 Pro. The device currently ships with Windows 10 S.
Google’s Jamboard to begin competing with Microsoft’s Surface Hub in May
Google's Jamboard enterprise whiteboard product will ship in May 2017, priced at $5,000, the company announced at its Cloud Next '17 event.
New Surface Pen overhauls and expands inking for Office 365
Microsoft's update of its Surface Pen with the new Surface Pro comes hand in hand with expanded inking in Office 365.
A speed benefit in solid-state disk design opens them up for attack
An aspect of MLC SSD design makes things faster, but it also opens SSDs up to a particularly nasty form of data corruption attack.
Fox is building a massive, free-roaming VR Alien experience
Fox is building a virtual reality experience based on the Alien franchise, where players can walk and shoot in VR.
Stingray phone tracker used to locate man living in country illegally
Federal agents have employed a Stingray cell-site simulator to pursue an undocumented immigrant living and working in Michigan.
Feeling envy now? HP revamps high-end PCs with gobs of solid state storage
HP ups the performance and battery life with refreshed Envy 13 and 17 laptops, Envy x360 15, and Spectre x2 2-in-1 machines.
Weekly Rewind: ‘Roseanne’ returns, Apple’s pizza boxes, golden egg saunas
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of this week's top 10 tech stories.
Asus has 'awoken' a new generation of Ryzen-powered laptops slated for Computex
Asus has teased a Ryzen-powered ROG laptop set to debut at Computex at the end of May, though whether it uses an APU has yet to be announced.
AMD claims Vega gaming cards will be faster than Frontier Edition
AMD has confirmed that the gaming focused Vega graphics cards will be faster than the Frontier Edition it recently unveiled.