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The 13-inch MacBook Pro, viewed at an angle from the back.

New report points to redesigned MacBook and AirPods later this year

Multiple reports confirm Apple releasing its redesigned MacBook Pro and 3rd-gen AirPods in the second half of this year.
Windows 11 on a tablet.

Windows 11 first impressions: An exciting new era, controversies aside

Windows 11 is finally here, and it ushers in a new era for WIndows with a sweeping visual overhaul, new productivity features, and a new Microsoft Store app.
An AMD RX 6000 graphics card with the Radeon branding.

How the AMD RX 6800 XT runs 9% faster than it did at launch

An analysis of performance between 2020 and 2021 shows big improvements on AMD cards, with some cards performing as much as 9% better than at launch.
Concept art of an Intel DG2 graphics card.

Intel’s first discrete GPU could launch soon. Should gamers be excited?

Intel has teased that its first discrete gaming graphics card, the Intel Xe-HPG DG2, is releasing soon. Can it compete with Nvidia and AMD?
Dell UltraSharp 4K webcam mounted on monitor.

Dell claims its UltraSharp 4K webcam is the world’s best for image quality

Dell's UltraSharp 4K webcam promises the world's best image quality,
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HP launches an ultralight Pavilion laptop with Ryzen 5000 for just $749

HP announces the newest and lightest Pavilion in its portfolio -- the HP Pavilion Aero 13 Laptop PC.
New multitasking features on Windows 11.

Study finds that 32% of Windows users plan to upgrade to Windows 11

A new survey finds that a lot of people want the next-generation Windows. It revealed that 35% of Windows users plan to upgrade to Windows 11 at some point.
Windows 11 is displayed on a laptop screen. The laptop is on a desk flanked by a task lamp and vase with flowers.

I have an RTX 2080 and Core i9-10900K, and I can’t run Windows 11

Windows 11 doesn't require a beefy computer, but it does require TPM 2.0. This setting has caused a lot of confusion for PC builders who don't have a TPM chip.
panos panay at the Windows 11 event.

Microsoft backpedals, explains controversial Windows 11 TPM requirement

The Windows 11 TPM requirement has caused a lot of confusion. In response, Microsoft is suspending the PC Health Check app and testing more components.
Windows 11 updates are moving to once a year.

Microsoft has fixed a huge frustration with the Windows 11 system requirements

Microsoft fixed a big frustration with the PC Health Check app so that it actually explains why your PC is not able to run the new Windows 11.
White Windows 11 Logo in front of blue background.

Microsoft releases the first major Windows 11 preview build

Microsoft has just released the first major version of Windows 11, bringing with it the new store, keyboard, and settings app.
Promotional image of an AMD Radeon RX 6000-series graphics card.

New leak suggests that AMD is about to release two new graphics cards

According to a leak, AMD is about to release two new graphics cards. AMD Radeon RX 6600 and RX 6600XT both house a Navi 23 GPU and may hit the market soon.
Intel Quark SoC X1000.

Intel is making its own ARM competitor to fight Nvidia and Apple

Intel is partnering with SiFive to bring its own SoC design to market, which could compete with market leader ARM.
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Microsoft eases Windows 11 TPM requirement, but probably not for you

manufacturers who are approved by Microsoft can bypass the TPM requirement for certain types of systems.
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New MacBook Pros are still coming, but they may have been delayed until fall

Despite earlier reports of new Apple laptops launching this summer, a reliable analyst has said the expected release date has been pushed back to fall 2021.
Android Apps on Windows 11

You can sideload Android apps on Windows 11, but you probably shouldn’t

A Microsoft engineer has confirmed that users will be able to sideload Android apps on Windows 11. That doesn't mean you should, though.
panos panay at the Windows 11 event.

Windows 11 is borrowing from the Mac in one significant way

Following in the footsteps of MacOS, Windows will now be releasing major updates once a year starting with Windows 11.
Promotional image of an Intel Core desktop processor.

New Intel Alder Lake benchmarks leak, revealing 14- and 16-core processors

The next generation of Intel Core processors, Alder Lake, is set to release this fall. New leaked benchmarks show the performance of two CPUs.
Android Apps on Windows 11

Here’s what Windows 11 needs to do to ensure Android apps don’t flop on PCs

Microsoft announced that Android apps are coming to Windows 11 through the Amazon App Store, but they need a few things to really take off.
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Windows 11 teases a cleaner and modern File Explorer app

Windows 11 brings a lot of big changes, and one of them is a new File Explorer app that's modern and more touch-centric.
Windows 11 on laptop screen

Windows 11 event: All of the major announcements from Microsoft

Windows 11 is the next version of the OS, but that's not all Microsoft had to announce during its Windows event.
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Android apps come to the Microsoft Store in Windows 11 via the Amazon App Store

In a surprising move, Microsoft is introducing Android Apps in Windows 11, powered by the Amazon Store. The company even showcased the TikTok app running.
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Microsoft Teams will be integrated directly into Windows 11

Windows 11 features an option we have not previously seen: The Teams app is integrated directly in the taskbar of the new OS. 
Xbox Game Pass games on Windows 11.

Microsoft brings improved gaming features from Xbox to Windows 11

Microsoft has announced some gaming updates coming in Windows 11, including Auto HDR and Direct Storage.
panos panay at the Windows 11 event.

Microsoft officially announces Windows 11 as the next generation of Windows

Microsoft has officially announced Windows 11, the next version of the Windows operating system and the successor to Windows 10.
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How to watch Microsoft’s Windows 11 event today

Microsoft is set to talk about the next generation of Windows and Windows 11 at its event today. You can watch all of the action right here live.
Promotional image of a Gigabyte Aorus Radeon RX 6000 series graphics card.

New leak shows that Gigabyte is releasing six RX 6600 XT cards

New RDNA 2-based AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT graphics cards from Gigabyte have been seen at EEC. We now know more about the specs of these new gaming GPUs.
Lenovo's new Chromebooks with Privacy Shutters and Design on a table

Lenovo’s stylish new Chromebook has a dual-tone design and LED light bar

Lenovo's 5i-14 Chromebook and Lenovo Flex 5i-13 Chromebook sport a striking design that make them stand out from the crowd of Chromebooks.
lenovo go wireless charging laptop accessory mat

This Lenovo charging mat can juice up your laptop wirelessly

To help you work remotely, Lenovo is expanding its Lenovo Go lineup. The most interesting accessory is a wireless charging mat that will recharge your laptop.
Lenovo's THinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 Opened Up On the Table.

Lenovo’s new ThinkPad X1 Extreme sports a 1080p webcam and RTX-30 graphics

Lenovo is refreshing its lineup of mainstream ThinkPad laptops with features like a bigger display, newer processors, and an FHD webcam.
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A redesigned, high-end MacBook Air is coming — and could launch later this year

Apple is reportedly coming out with a transformed version of its current MacBook Air.
Philips launched a 55-inch Momentum display for your Xbox with an integrated soundbar.

Designed for Xbox Monitors guarantee PC-level performance on consoles

Microsoft begins a Designed for Xbox certification program for monitors to help Xbox Series X and S console gamers unlock the magic of HDMI 2.1.
laptop running Nvidia Fleet Command software.

Nvidia lowers the barrier to entry into A.I. with Fleet Command and LaunchPad

Nvidia announced its new A.I. LaunchPad program, which offers businesses a comprehensive set of A.I. tools in a pay-as-you-go model.
Godfall players preparing for combat.

You can finally try out AMD Super Resolution in one of the few launch titles

AMD released FidelityFX Super Resolution for seven games, offering up to 2x resolution scaling across multiple generations of AMD and Nvidia GPUs.