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How Nintendo could use A.I. to bring 4K gaming to the Switch Pro

To bring 4K support to the rumored Switch Pro, Nintendo could be making its console act more like a PC by leveraging machine learning and DLSS.
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Intel’s first 10nm desktop chips could be twice as fast as predecessor

Intel puts its pedal to the silicon, and the upcoming Alder Lake chipset could get a boost of 20% in single-thread and 2x the performance in multi-thread tasks.
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Apple’s mixed reality headset could be half the weight of other headsets

According to a new report, Apple’s rumored mixed-reality headset could have an incredibly low weight compared to rivals, potentially giving it a huge advantage.
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MacBook owners make progress with lawsuit over faulty keyboards

A judge overseeing a lawsuit on Apple’s failure-prone 'butterfly' keyboard has given affected customers a boost after giving the case class action status.
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AMD is still getting shortchanged by laptop brands

HP has announced AMD variants of its new Envy x360 15 laptops. The problem? They don't come with all the same premium features as their Intel counterparts.
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Nvidia rumored to soon launch two new GPUs that you likely won’t be able to buy

Nvidia is rumored to be working on the RTX 3080 Ti and RTX 3070 Ti in the premium high-end and midrange segments, but supplies are expected to be limited.
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Samsung’s new S8 high-resolution monitors boast more sustainable design

Samsung is focusing on sustainability with the launch of its new S6, S7, and S8 series of high-resolution monitors designed for home offices.
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HP’s creator-focused Envy x360 15 and Envy 17 have OLED screens, AMD processors

HP has updated two of its creator-focused laptop series, the Envy x360 15 and Envy 17, with the latest Intel and AMD chips.
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Apple winding down sales of its 21.5-inch iMac computer

As Apple gears up for the launch of its next-generation iMac, the tech giant appears to be winding down sales of its smaller 21-5-inch option.
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Windows 10X has reportedly been pushed back to later in 2021

After rumors indicated Windows 10X could arrive this spring, it's now looking as though Microsoft might not be ready to release the OS until later this year.
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Cherry and Alienware team to create the first laptop with MX mechanical switches

Years in the making, Cherry and Alienware have announced a new ultra-low-profile mechanical switch, making its debut in the Alienare m15 and m17 R4.
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Leaked code all but confirms that new M-series iMacs could launch soon

Thanks to some leaked code, there's a chance that an unreleased Apple iMac with an ARM-based processor could already be in the wild somewhere.

Intel Xe graphics: Everything you need to know about Intel’s dedicated GPUs

Intel missed the 2020 release for its upcoming Xe graphics, but we should see them soon. In the meantime, here's everything we know about Intel's Xe platform.
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Intel Rocket Lake: Everything you need to know about the 11th-gen processors

Rocket Lake will be the successor to Intel's Comet Lake CPUs, and they're arriving soon. Here's everything we know about them and what improvements to expect.
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Dropbox to launch free password manager, but there’s a catch

Dropbox launched a password manager last year for customers of its paid plans, and in April it's going to launch a free version.
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LastPass is scaling back its free tier. Find out if you need to pay

Starting next month, LastPass will limit its free tier to one device type, meaning you'll need to choose between mobile or computer — or pay a fee.
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Corsair’s K65 RGB Mini revitalizes mainstream 60% keyboard goodness

Corsair is bringing some 60% keyboard love to the mainstream with its K65 RGB Mini.
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Intel unveils final specs and pricing for its new 11th-gen Rocket Lake-S chips

The official specs and pricing details for Intel's new Rocket Lake-S chips have finally landed, including information on the new overclocking features.
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Nvidia RTX 3080 seekers could face shortages through July

A new report indicates that shortages of Nvidia's latest GPUs might go on until at least the summer or July at the earliest, contrary to what Nvidia claims.
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Why Bluetooth is named after this famous king

Bluetooth is a wireless networking technology like Wi-Fi, but it's not the same as Wi-Fi's networking standard. What is Bluetooth, and why is it called that?
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Zoom Escaper gives you the perfect excuse to flee tiresome calls

Fed up with Zoom meetings? Then this ingenious Zoom Escaper soundboard looks like the perfect tool to help you sabotage your calls and enable an easy exit.
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Latest Windows Update is causing blue screen of death issues with some printers

Some users who have installed March's monthly Windows 10 cumulative update are reporting that they have subsequently not been able to print properly.
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Some ethical hackers are making huge amounts of cash

Some ethical hackers are using their skills to make huge amounts of cash as they help companies big and small to find vulnerabilities in their computer systems.
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Modular laptops won’t save the planet, but manufacturers should pay attention

Modular laptops sound cool and could be good for the planet, but they are not enough -- and have plenty of problems of their own. Much more needs to be done.
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Two new mystery MacBooks will enter production later this year

Two new MacBooks will enter production later in 2021, according to a report from Nikkei Asia. But which models are they? There are plenty of possibilities.
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Tesla factories’ security cameras caught up in wider hack

A Silicon Valley startup offering cloud-based security camera services has had its systems breached in a major hack that accessed numerous live feeds.
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The best new Chromebook features that Google just announced

ChromeOS is getting a big set of features including Phone Hub to bring Android phones closer to Chrome OS, as well as a new built-in screen recorder. 
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Microsoft’s spring Surface event could feature Surface Laptop 4 and new webcam

Microsoft is rumored to be launching a new webcam, the Surface Laptop 4 and other peripherals, at its next hardware event.
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From hero to zero: The stunning demise of the iMac Pro

The iMac Pro was once touted as the most powerful Mac ever made, but now lies in tatters. What went wrong and why did Apple discontinue its beefy all-in-one?
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Apple analyst suggests launch date for its rumored mixed-reality headset

A respected analyst with contacts in Apple's supply chain has forecasted launch dates for the tech firm's rumored mixed-reality headset and two other products.
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Apple discontinues the iMac Pro, its priciest all-in-one PC

With the current crop of iMac computers incorporating decent specs, Apple has decided to discontinue its all-in-one iMac Pro desktop.
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The next MacBook Pro better not have a measly 720p webcam

Apple’s MacBook Pro is due for a huge refresh soon, but it needs to come with an improved webcam. These days, 720p resolution is just not good enough.
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Despite rising PC shipments, AMD’s GPU market share is rapidly shrinking

Despite strong performance of the Radeon RX 6000 graphics cards, AMD's market share is down, and it has the global pandemic to blame.
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Microsoft’s Edge browser gets 41% faster thanks to new Startup Boost feature

Version 89 of Microsoft's Chromium-based Edge browser is taking aim at Google Chrome with Startup Boost, which can improve the browser's performance by 41%.