Microsoft could be planning a laptop with foldable screen, hints patent filing
A recent Microsoft patent suggests the company could also be developing a bendable laptop. Filed in late 2017 and titled "Bendable device with Display in Movable Connection With Body," the patent explains a new mechanism for laptops which can eliminate a hinge and allow the screen to fold shut from the inside,
Decades-old Apple IIe computer found in dad’s attic, and it still works
A New York law professor went viral last weekend after he discovered an old Apple IIe computer sitting in his dad's attic. In a series of tweets, he shared his excitement over the 30-year-old vintage find, showing the world that the computer works perfectly fine despite the test of time.Â
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X55 could bring blazing-fast 5G to laptops
Ahead of Mobile World Congress, Qualcomm unveiled Snapdragon X55, the world’s fastest 5G modem. While it promises to bring fast data connectivity to the next generation of 5G smartphones, Windows Central reports that the modem also holds potential in transforming Always Connected PCs.
Accidental Amazon listings provides peek at cost of GTX 1660 Ti PCs
Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1660 graphics card has been anything but secret and several leaks over the past few months have supported an impending launch. In the latest, an accidental listing on Amazon provided a peek at the final cost of some new systems with the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti on board, with prices at $1,200
Apple may go big with a redesigned 16-inch MacBook Pro, 31.6-inch 6K display
Apple launched a new MacBook Air and Mac Mini last year in 2018, but there could be much bigger things ahead. In a research note picked up by MacRumors, well-respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo writes that the company could be releasing a 16-inch MacBook Pro, as well as a 31.6-inch 6K display in 2019.
In the age of Alexa and Siri, Cortana’s halo has grown dim
Over the past few years Cortana has been seeing a somewhat slow but painful death. It even will even be separated from Windows 10 search in the upcoming April 2019 Update. All that considered, here’s a few reasons why we think the voice assistant is on its way to an eventual doom.
Think crypto’s dead? JPMorgan to offer first cryptocurrency backed by a U.S. bank
J.P. Morgan Chase is rolling out a trial in the next few months of the first cryptocurrency backed by a large United States bank. Dubbed JPM Coin, the cryptocurrency will be used by big business across the world to "instantly settle payments between clients," according to a report from CNBC.
Google Chrome’s Progressive Web Apps will soon play nicer with Windows 10
The Google Chrome experience is always evolving, and the popular web browser will soon pick up a new feature which lets it run nicer in Windows 10. Google is adding a capability to an upcoming release that will integrate Chrome Progressive Web Apps with notification badges in the system taskbar,
Don’t expect to see the new Dell XPS 15 with OLED display until April
At CES 2019, Dell announced that it would launch versions of the XPS 15, Alienware m15 and G7 15 with brighter and vibrant OLED screens in March, but there could now be a delay in release. A new tweet from Dell executive Frank Azor suggests that these new devices might not come until a month later.
You can now get a new Surface Laptop 2 for $900 at Amazon
Now is your big chance to save on the latest from Microsoft. As part of a sale, Amazon is currently discounting the latest Surface Laptop 2. It is not clear how long this deal will last, but it covers a variety of configurations of Microsoft's MacBook alternative and brings prices down to as low as $900.Â
Spice up the look of Google Chrome with one of 14 official new themes
If you're looking for an alternative to the many third-party Google Chrome themes currently available on the web, the Chrome development team has a solution for you. For the first time ever, it published out 14 official themes, with color choices that aim to spice up your browsing experience. Â
YouTube beats Apple, Netflix as the most trusted brand by millennials
A study done by the firm Mblm finds that YouTube is now the most trusted brands amongst millennials for the first time. The popular video sharing website climbed up in the annual study, moving up from third place in 2018 and coming ahead of both Apple and Netflix in final 2019 rankings.Â
Cryptic video teases Microsoft’s next-generation HoloLens 2 headset
Microsoft has posted a mysterious and cryptic teaser for its next-generation HoloLens headset. Though not revealing much, a roughly 42-second long teaser video was sent out by HoloLens inventor Alex Kipman on Twitter ahead of a planned press event at Mobile World Congress on February 24.
Amazon, B&H sale brings the MacBook Air 2018 to one of its lowest prices ever
If you missed out on some of the best deals on Apple products over the past holiday season, there is no reason to fret. In the latest limited time sale, both B&H and Amazon are taking $200 off the new MacBook Air 2018 bringing the cost of entry-level models down to $1,000, one the lowest prices ever.
Grab the Surface Pro 6, keyboard and pen included, for $800 at Costco
Looking to save on Microsoft's latest 2-in-1? You're in luck. Wholesaler Costco is currently running a sale on the Surface Pro 6 that lets you take one home for just $800 with the keyboard and pen included, but only through March 3. Total savings on the device could be more than $300.
A flaw in e-ticket systems could mean a hacker can print your boarding pass
Security researchers have exposed a flaw in the e-ticking system used by several popular global airlines. The vulnerability was discovered in December and involves unsecured check-in emails that can put the personal information of passengers at risk or even allow a hacker to print boarding passes.
Google working on new project that cleans up app management on Chrome OS
The Chrome OS operating system supports Chrome extensions, PWAs, Android Apps, and even Linux apps, but trying to control settings for each often means visiting separate menus. Well, that might soon change as Google is working on a new "App Service" project that will clean up app management on Chrome OS.
Next version of Safari to drop ‘Do Not Track’ feature for new tech solution
The next version of Apple's Safari web browser will not come with "Do Not Track" capabilities. Apple has opted to remove the support for the feature, citing a decline in websites which actually accept it, and its new Intelligent Tracking Prevention, anti-tracking technology in its decision.
LG Gram 17 review
17-inch laptops have become a rarity, and the ones that are out there are heavy, thick, ugly, or primarily for gaming. Enter the LG Gram 17. Continuing the trend of crafting some of the lightest laptops around, LG is back at it in 2019 with the thinnest and lightest 17-inch laptop ever.
Microsoft Build 2019 is set for May. Will we hear more about Windows Core OS?
Microsoft announced the official dates for its annual Build developer conference, an event where it typically discusses what is next across its various products and platforms. It is now set for May 6-8 in Seattle, Washington, coming in the same week and overlapping with Google's I/O event.Â
Here’s what it will cost to stay on Windows 7 when extended support ends in 2020
There's less than a year left until Microsoft ends extended support for Windows 7. With that deadline approaching, the company has announced its pricing for businesses and enterprises that still want to run the nearly ten-year-old operating system and stay secure with the latest security updates after 2020.
Digital Storm targets mainstream PC gamers with new Lynx desktop
Digital Storm, which is known for flashy, powerful, and highly customizable gaming rigs, is looking to expand its reach. It will be launching a new lineup of Lynx desktops later in 2019, targetting more mainstream gamers looking for the best in performance and quality in a PC, but with prices starting at just $800.Â
Windows 10 error messages are finally about to become more useful
If you've ever come across a problem in Windows 10, you've likely been faced with a string of error code or pointed to a knowledge base article that is hard to understand. Microsoft has heard the complaints and is updating one of the most common Windows 10 upgrade error messages to be much more helpful.
Put your thumbs down: YouTube may disable downvotes to curb mob spamming
YouTube's development team could possibly be considering methods for disabling the downvote button to help eliminate mob spamming on the platform. The issue, which targets specific content creators and leaves videos with the likelihood of not being recommended, was addressed in a web series.Â
Intel’s discrete GPU could offer photorealistic graphics, teaser video hints
The GPU market might currently be dominated by AMD and Nvidia, but as the 2020 release date for its own modern discrete GPU approaches, Intel is continuing to hype its incoming offerings. The company recently pushed out a Twitter video which teases photorealistic graphics as part of its future goals.