Windows Search is down, but don’t panic. Here’s how to fix it
According to multiple reports on Reddit and from across the internet, Windows Search is down for many users across the globe. Here's how to (partially) fix it.
Ransomware: International shipping firm grappling with attack
Ransomware has hit another big business, this time an international shipping company based in Australia. Toll, which employs 40,000 people globally, said it noticed the ransomware attack on January 31. It’s now working to bring its systems back online, though it admitted some customer deliveries are suffering delays.
Nvidia to bring more power to laptops with notebook graphics refresh in March
Nvidia is refreshing its laptop graphics options in March, offering new Super versions of its RTX GPUs, and introducing enhanced GTX alternatives at the low end.
Nvidia GeForce Now cloud gaming is $5 a month with ray tracing and 1,000+ games
Nvidia's GeForce Now cloud gaming service is finally coming out of beta. It debuts with a competitive $4.99 paid tier, a free tier with session lengths of up to one hour, and support for over 1,000 games. You can sign up and gain access to GeForce Now immediately.
Hackers taking advantage of coronavirus scare to spread malware
Security experts have discovered despicable acts by hackers trying to spread malware through attachments in emails that claim to be about the new coronavirus.
Leaked specs suggest a powerful Surface Book 3 could be in the works
Recent leaks reveal that Microsoft could be working on a powerful new Surface Book 3 model with Ice Lake CPUs and Nvidia's GTX 1650 Max Q graphics card.
Here’s why the death of Windows 7 is breathing new life into PCs
Even as fans mourn the death of Windows 7, the operating system's end-of-life offers new opportunities for Microsoft, Intel, and their OEM hardware partners to profit. As consumers and businesses upgrade this year, they'll also be dazzled by new technologies, like 5G, Wi-Fi 6, and new form factors.
Apple could launch AirTags, a smaller iPhone, and new MacBooks in early 2020
Apple has a huge number of new products up its sleeve that will launch in the coming months, according to respected industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. That includes a 4.7-inch iPhone, AirTags, new MacBooks, wireless headphones and more. If you’ve been waiting for new Apple products, you’re in luck.
Apple patents strange iPhone-MacBook hybrid charging dock
An intriguing new Apple patent shows the company is considering a strange charging dock, one that could combine an iPhone or iPad with a MacBook. The phone or tablet would be slotted into place inside the charging dock’s housing, with the dock then controlling your device and providing it with power.
Microsoft wants to use A.I. to make health care better for everyone
Microsoft is bringing artificial intelligence into the health care world with the launch of a new program that aims to improve the health of people and communities around the globe. A.I. for Health will focus on advancing medical research, reducing health inequality, and compiling global health insights.
AMD will refresh its Navi GPUs, deliver more RDNA 2 graphics cards in 2020
AMD is set to launch a new generation of 7nm+ graphics cards in 2020, but alongside that we can expect a refresh of its existing, first-generation Navi GPUs too. That could mean some exciting performance improvements which might be what's needed to compete with Nvidia's incoming Ampere cards.
The MacBook Air launched 12 years ago. Here’s why it was way ahead of its time
When Apple launched the MacBook Air in 2008, it was many years ahead of its rivals. This revolutionary laptop changed the industry and influenced competitors for years to come -- here’s why it took so long for them to change their thinking and catch up with the device that redefined thinness.
Google dished out $6.5M in bug bounties in 2019 with one payout worth $201K
Google has paid out $21 million via its bug bounty program in its nine-year history, with a record $6.5 million paid out last year. The company said its single biggest payment last year was $201,000, though it declined to offer any details about the nature of the discovered vulnerability.
Despite Apple’s record-breaking revenues, the Mac continues to struggle
Apple has announced impressive quarterly earnings for the first quarter of 2020. Everything looks promising -- except for the Mac. The laptop and desktop category has remained stagnant, despite the critical praise for new products such as the 16-inch MacBook Pro and the new Mac Pro.
Apple scrambles to reduce coronavirus impact on Chinese gear
Apple announced during its first quarter earnings call of 2020 that it has already begun plans to mitigate any loss of revenues due to the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak in the greater China area. Tim Cook stated that even though retail traffic is down in the area, it is working to find backup suppliers.
Avast could be selling your browsing history. Here’s how to stop it
Though its marketed as an anti-virus program designed to keep you safe when using the internet, Avast may actually be selling your private browsing data, including Google Maps searches, to marketers. If you love Avast's free tool, we'll show you how to stop the company from selling your browsing history.
Apple patent details the futuristic modular curved iMac we’ve always wanted
The design of the iconic iMac hasn't changed much over the past few years, but there could be hope that Apple's all-in-one computer could have a much different look in the years ahead. A recent patent suggests that the company could be playing with the idea of a modular iMac with a curved glass display.
Google’s antitrust woes continue as state officials meet with Justice Department
The antitrust investigation into Google may be about to kick up a notch. Both the Department of Justince and state attorneys general are probing whether the search giant acted in an anticompetitive manner in two separate investigations. Now, the two may be starting to share information on their respective probes.
2020 could be a monumental year for the Mac. Here’s everything I’m dying to see
2019 ended up being a big year for the Mac, thanks to the release of the 16-inch MacBook Pro and insanely powerful Mac Pro. But what's ahead in 2020 could be even more monumental. Some likely and some not, here's my list of everything I hope to see Apple launch in the Mac world this year.
Intel says it’s ‘maniacal’ about fixing PC processor supply shortages
On its fourth-quarter 2019 investor earnings call, Intel celebrated yet another record-breaking year in revenue. Supply shortages were a major theme in the remarks, though, with Intel hoping to be out of hole entirely by the end of 2020 as it ramps up production on 10nm processors.
Microsoft will never win the search engine wars by forcing people to use Bing
Microsoft's own Bing has never been successful in the eyes of consumers. Soon, though, Microsoft is planning to forcibly install a Bing search extension in Chrome for Office 365 ProPlus users. This is a big problem, as Microsoft will never win the search engine battle by forcing people to use it.
AMD’s RX 5600 XT is now even faster, but that’s not as awesome as it sounds
A new BIOS release for AMD's RX 5600 XT just before launch means most of the new 1080p gaming cards are faster than originally expected. That's great news for most, but not every 5600 XT has received the BIOS, and some of them may never get it. You can flash yours to the faster BIOS, but proceed with caution.
A new MacBook Pro 13 with the scissor-switch Magic Keyboard is coming soon
While the MacBook Pro 16 has a ton of new features, the MacBook Pro 13 is still stuck with the error-prone butterfly keyboard. That’s all set to change soon, as a new report from DigiTimes backs up rumors that the Magic Keyboard will come to the MacBook Pro 13 in the coming months.
Apple Safari flaw left users’ browsing activity open to being tracked
Apple recently fixed a serious security flaw with its Safari browser after being alerted to it by Google. The vulnerability, if exploited, would've enabled third parties to gather “sensitive private information about the user’s browsing habits,” Google said this week. Apple fixed the issue soon after learning of it.
AMD’s Ryzen 4 laptop CPU beats an Intel desktop chip in this leaked benchmark
AMD scored a major victory against rival Intel with its newly announced Ryzen 7 4800H processor. Based on the new Zen 2 architecture, AMD's newest laptop processor edged ahead of Intel's popular Core i7-9700K designed for desktops in the latest leaked benchmark, showing how powerful laptops are getting.
Here’s why buying a high-end Chromebook is finally a good investment
A typical Chromebook usually has a fixed life span. That means most devices only get 5 to 6 years of OS updates from the date that your device was first released from a specific Chrome hardware platform. Well, Google is now changing that, which means Chromebooks are now finally a good investment.
Details just dropped on the Surface Duo, including its insane screen resolution
The release of Microsoft's Surface Duo might be 11 months away, but Microsoft has remained relatively quiet about the device. With a new software development kit (SDK) though, some of the first technical details about the displays and other aspects of the much-anticipated device have just become public.
Microsoft reveals a security breach of an internal customer support database
Microsoft recently revealed that an internal customer support database experienced a security breach last year which may have exposed the data of certain customers. Most customers weren’t affected by the breach and those that were will be notified by the technology company.
Intel may slash CPU prices in late 2020 to counter AMD’s Zen 3 chips
Intel may slash the prices of its consumer CPUs in 2020, according to a new report. This is designed to combat AMD's upcoming next-generation Ryzen 4000 CPUs based on the Zen 3 architecture. If true, that dampens excitement for Intel's own next-generation chips, which are expected to debut in April.
AMD’s ‘Nvidia Killer’ GPU may be in America for testing, launches this year
AMD's Nvidia Killer, Big Navi graphics card is reportedly on U.S. shores already undergoing testing and validation. This monster GPU is said to be twice the size of the Navi 10 chip in the RX 5700 XT, and could offer close to twice the performance, if rumors based on its specifications are to be believed.
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Steelseries makes budget mice and keyboards bright and sparkly with new range
SteelSeries has a new range of entry-level peripherals inspired by the high-end, RGB LED-covered accessories that dominate the market. These affordable options include fancy lighting, enhanced durability, and some great extra features without costing the world. They could prove very popular.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai warns of dangers of A.I. and calls for more regulation
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has warned about the dangers of unchecked A.I. and has said in an op-ed in the Financial Times that he believes that the area should be more tightly regulated, citing concerns such as the rise of deepfakes and potential abuses of facial recognition technology.
Cost of Oculus Go stand-alone VR headset permanently slashed by $50
The Oculus Go stand-alone virtual reality headset received a permanent $50 price cut, bringing the price tag of the 32GB version to $149 and the 64GB version to $199. There are certain limitations with the Oculus Go compared to the Oculus Quest, but it is still a capable device for basic VR experiences.