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HP unveils new TouchSmart, Envy, Pavilion laptops and all-in-ones at bargain prices
HP unveiled its back-to-school line-up with a ton of new all-in-one PCs and laptops. The awesomeness? They all feature touchscreens with the Pavilion 11 TouchSmart notebook starting at $399.
Microsoft Windows 8 ad uses Siri to make fun of iPad
Siri is the star of a new ad featuring Apple's iPad....however, the ad happens to be for Windows 8 and is the work of Microsoft.
Hands on: HP enters the hybrid all-in-one/tablet game with the Envy Rove 20
Sony did it. Dell did it. Acer did it. Now HP is doing it. The world of giant Windows 8 tablets just got bigger with the introduction of the HP Envy Rove, a 20-inch all-in-one PC set to go on sale in July. The Rove will get the benefit of Intel’s new…
AMD reveals next-gen processors for tablets and laptops, but can they compete with Haswell?
AMD has taken the wraps off its next-gen line of APUs, which span products from low-power tablets to mid-range workstation laptops. The company promises major improvements in graphics performance, but how will the new parts stand up against Intel's new Haswell…
Acer Aspire R7 Review
The futuristic Aspire R7, which features a unique dual-hinge design, may be the most unusual computer we’ve reviewed in years. Acer says the system’s strange look is the result of putting the user’s needs first, so is this the next step forward for…
- Pros: Innovative hinge design, Solid build quality, Large, spa...
- Cons: Bulky and heavy
MSI unleashes GX70 and GX60, first gaming notebooks with AMD Richland A10 processors
The MSI GX70 and the MSI GX60 are the first in the world powered by the new AMD Richland A10-5750M processor, which increases visual performance by 40 percent compared to previous processor generations.
The new Kinect will eventually watch you from a PC
Two Microsoft executives independently confirmed that the next-gen Kinect sensor will eventually arrive on Windows PC. Details are nonexistent, but one promised that more will be revealed "soon."
Microsoft scores $400M deal with NFL, coaches to use Surface tablets during games
Microsoft will be supplying Surface tablets to NFL coaches and players so they can review e-playbooks and watch instant replays rather than look at paper-based signs and Polaroids during games.
‘Okay, Google’: Voice search goes live with latest version of Chrome
The "conversational search" feature that Google demoed at I/O is now available with version 27 of the Chrome browser, which lets you use your voice to search the Web and Google will speak its answers back to you.
Designed in California, made in America: Apple to build new Macs in Texas
Soon enough, Texas will be known for more than black gold, barbecue, cowboys, and George W. Bush. In yesterday’s Senate hearing to talk about Apple's overseas tax loopholes, CEO Tim Cook announced the company is investing $100 million for “a new Mac…
Epson Expression Premium XP-800 Review
Like its namesake, the Epson Expression Premium XP-800 has a premium price, but has desirable features including a large 3.5-inch touchscreen, duplex capability for both printing and scanning, good print quality, and easy network setup. All of this is…
- Pros: Good print quality and performance, Large 3.5 color touc...
- Cons: Small-capacity paper tray, Useful user’s manual isn’t in...
By 2017 there will almost be as many smartphones as literate adults
A new study shows that PC sales and usage are remaining level, while demand and use of mobile devices is rising exponentially. In a few years, mobile usage will be on par with literacy.
Google brings Chrome OS App Launcher to OS X, download the beta now
The beta Chrome app launcher is now available on Mac OS X, which is designed for users who want to access Google apps like Gmail, Drive and the Google Play store directly from their desktop.
Is the cursor dead? We ask the minds behind the viral ‘Do Not Touch’ music video
We chat with Dutch band Light Light and design studio Moniker about their crowdsourced vision of the impeding disappearance of the mouse cursor, as well as what the touchscreen revolution means for the intersection of design, tech, and music.
Dell’s sub-$100 Project Ophelia USB-sized PC ships this summer
Dell's Android-based mini-PC Project Ophelia turns every screen with a HDMI socket into a computer. It'll be rolling out to developers in July, then to consumers later this summer.
WWDC 2013 Rumor Roundup: What does Apple have in store?
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off on June 10 in San Francisco. What can you expect to see? We take a look at some of the rumors.
Best free antivirus software
Check out our picks for the best free antivirus software so you can rid your system of possibly damaging adware and other malware.
Leap Motion previews its gesture control capabilities with Windows 8
We're learning more about the capabilities of the Leap Motion controller today thanks to a video posted on the company's YouTube channel showcasing how the Leap controls the Windows environment.
Asus Zenbook Infinity outfitted in Gorilla Glass 3 to debut at Computex
ASUS announced today that it will debut the Zenbook Infinity ultrabook with a Corning Gorilla Glass 3 lid and keyboard deck at the upcoming Computex conference in Taiwan.
Samsung to unveil better-than-Retina 3200 x 1800 laptop display
Both Samsung and Sharp are working on better-than-Retina panels for laptops. While the Samsung is exhibiting a 13-inch WQXGA+ LCD screen, Sharp has a 15-inch QHD+ panel with IGZO technology.
Pack attack: 25 awesome laptop bags that add style and function
Choosing the right laptop bag is no easy feat. No one likes to second guess themselves. Here are some of the best laptop bags on the market – from backpacks to sleeves – so you can get it right the first time around.
W3-810 Windows 8 tablet shows its 8-inch screen again, this time on Acer’s own website
The W3-810 tablet running Windows 8 Pro has shown up on Acer's Finnish website, shortly after it made a brief appearance on Amazon's website, and was tipped for release at the beginning of June.
Yes, you can recover dead Snapchats – and here’s the video proof
If you need confirmation that anything digital never dies, here's video showing how you can bring back old Snapchats. It's the second time in recent weeks that the "ephemeral" technology is being questioned.
Dear Apple: Please make these 4 upgrades to the next MacBook Pro, ‘K, thanks
New processors from Intel are scheduled to release this summer, which makes a refresh of the Macbook Pro in June of 2013 all but certain. What features should Apple include in the next Pro, and what features are we most likely to see?
Love museums? Hate pants? Try these virtual museum tours from your PC
Numerous museums have put parts of their collections online and easy to explore with the click of a mouse. Here are some of the best online tours and collections of the famous museums in the world.
Rising level of car tech opening door to mobile cyberattacks? Federal agency taking pre-emptive action
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s announcement that it will open an office specifically devoted to car-centered cybersecurity threats raises a number of concerns about the future of in-car technology.
Lenovo ThinkPad T431s Review
Lenovo’s has a new piece in the puzzle that is its product lineup: the T431s. Slotting between the inexpensive T430u and the expensive Carbon X1, this new Ultrabook tries to offer functional portability at reasonable price. But has cutting weight also…
- Pros: Professional yet attractive design, Light and portable, ...
- Cons: Poor display quality, Finicky touchpad
Epson’s augmented reality smart glasses show off gesture control at Google I/O
APX Labs showed off its enhanced Moverio BT-100 smart glasses from Epson that can navigate a virtual wall of YouTube videos with a just tilt of your head. The $700 smart glasses feature a pair of transparent lenses so you can see 3D augmented reality content.
Nvidia Shield pre-orders start May 17, ships in June 2013 [updated]
Nvidia opens advance pre-orders for the Android-powered Project Shield portable gaming device, with general pre-orders to kick off on May 20 and shipments to follow the next month in June 2013.
Tim Cook says U.S.-built Mac will include ‘many’ components made in U.S.
Tim Cook said in an interview this week that Apple's forthcoming US-built Mac computer will comprise "many" components manufactured in the US, meaning it should be more of a 'Made in USA' product than one merely 'assembled’ in the country.