Microsoft’s rumored Always Connected Surface Pro could emerge as a 5G PC
Microsoft is reportedly working on making bringing the Always Connected PC experience to a future version of its Surface Pro line. The Surface-maker is said to have working prototypes of its Surface Pro running on Qualcomm's ARM-based Snapdragon processor, rather than Intel's x86 architecture.
PC sales slide 5 percent in 2019 and they’re taking Apple with them
Overall PC sales declined nearly five percent in the first three months of this year, according to new research from Gartner, but it wasn't bad news for everyone. While Apple, Acer, and Asus, saw declining sales by up to 13 percent, Lenovo, HP, and Dell all increased their market share by notable margins.
Alienware Area-51m review
The Alienware Area-51m is a massive gaming laptop that paves a new path forward for the brand. While it offers many old-school features, it also brings a new look and design philosophy that gamers will love. Our Area-51M review dives into the guts of this portable battlestation.
HP’s Omen Mindframe headset keeps your ears chill, but might leave you lukewarm
The Omen Mindframe headset uses HP's new FrostCap technology to keep ears cool during long gaming sections. While it has incredible sound and does an incredible job keeping ears cool, it forgets some of the bare essentials of a quality gaming headset.
The 5 best desktops of CES 2019, for everything from gaming to graphics
With mobile chips announced by AMD, Intel, and Nvidia at CES this year, PC users may be tempted by the hype of more powerful laptops. But if you crave power, performance, and upgradeability, nothing beats a desktop. Whether you're a gamer or a workstation user, these are some of the best desktops that we saw at CES.
This mini PC from Asus packs Intel Core i9-9900K power in a tiny frame
Asus announced updated versions of its Mini PCs. The latest entry, the Asus Mini PC ProArt PA90, packs options for the newest Intel Core i9 Processor and promises all the performance and power that designers and content creators need in a PC, but in a stylish and small form similar to a smart speaker.
Intel ‘Bean Canyon’ NUC Review
Intel’s Next Unit of Computing, or NUC, offers tiny desktops with performance that keeps up with much larger systems, and they’re even affordable. But there’s a catch. You must install your own RAM and hard drive. Our Intel NUC ‘Bean Canyon’ review considers whether it’s worth the trouble.
Microsoft’s Always-Connected PCs gets more powerful with 64-bit app support
Microsoft announced another major milestone for its Windows on ARM project. Now, with the launch of Visual Studio 15.9, developers can start creating 64-bit apps that will run on Always-Connected PCs. These devices run Windows 10 on Qualcomm Snapdragon ARM-based processors, rather than Intel or AMD silicon.
Razer’s most basic Blade 15 is the one most gamers should buy
Razer's Blade 15 is an awesome laptop for both gamers, streamers, professionals, and anyone else needing serious go in a slim profile, but its price is out of reach for many games. The new Blade 15 Base solves that problem with few sacrifices, and it's likely the one you should buy.
Snapchat finally comes to Windows 10 and MacOS, but it’s not what you think
Snapchat has announced that it is bringing a Snap Camera app to Windows 10 and MacOS. Not at all similar to its iOS and Android counterpart, the new app is all about integrating custom lenses with other video conferencing and social apps like Twitch, YouTube, Skype, and Zoom.
Consoling players: The Xbox Game Pass program is coming to PC
Microsoft revealed in a recent earnings call that the Xbox Game Pass subscription service would be coming to PC. It was previously one of the Xbox One's few exclusives. The program offers access to a vault of games, primarily from Microsoft, but with several third-party titles included as well.
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Razer Blade 15 gives more bang for your buck, adds ‘mercury white’ edition
Razer introduced a new base model of its popular Razer Blade 15 laptop; gamers looking to get their hands on great hardware, with an Intel Core i5 6-core CPU and Nvidia GTX 1060 GPU, at a lower price are now in luck. Otherwise, pick up Razer's new "mercury white" limited-edition PC.
Lenovo Legion Y730 15-inch Review
Lenovo’s Legion Y730 15-inch is a handsome mid-range laptop that has the hardware credentials you’ll need to tackle modern games. The price and battery life, however, balance the laptop’s performance. Can it conquer competition from Dell, Asus, MSI, and many more?
Lenovo sets computer to stun, shows off Star Trek Enterprise PC
Lenovo unveiled Star Trek Enterprise designed PC at its Tech World Conference, packed with NVIDIA's latest next-generation GeForce RTX 2080 GPU and an overclocked 9th-generation Intel CPU. Packed with more than just a mere warp drive, the PC boasts impressive specs, RGB lighting, and a built-in projector.
Never say never! Does new ‘Halo 5’ box art hint at PC release?
New box art for Halo 5: Guardians has been added to the Amazon website, and it appears to suggest that the game will soon be coming to the PC after nearly three years of Xbox One exclusivity. Halo 5 is one of only a handful of games that has not made its way from Xbox One to PC.
Slay creatures at high resolutions when ‘Monster Hunter World’ hits PC in August
Capcom will be releasing Monster Hunter World for PC through Steam on August 9, and those who pre-order the game will receive a few free bonus items. The Steam version will make use of the controversial Denuvo DRM software, which has caused performance issues in some other PC games.
How to download the Windows 10 April 2018 Update
The Windows 10 April 2018 update is officially here. The update brings new features, security enhancements, and updated privacy controls to Windows 10, with Timeline being the most notable addition. If you haven't downloaded the latest iteration of Windows 10 already, here's how.
My Surface Book 2 is sleek, fast, innovative — and I hate it
I both love and hate Microsoft's Surface Book 2. Here's why some of its glaring design limitations make it a far less attractive option as a standalone PC.
5 reasons why the new Razer Blade looks amazing
Razer introduced a new Blade gaming laptop, and it's a huge step up from the previous version. With a 144 Hz display, some top-of-the-line hardware under the hood, and a modernized design, it's hard not to get excited about getting our hands on it. Here are five reasons why we're excited to check it out.
Sprint hopes to lure Always Connected PC owners with free LTE
Qualcomm and Microsoft teamed up to roll out its "Always Connected PC" platform at CES 2018, built around Snapdragon processors and always-on LTE connectivity. Now, cell carrier Sprint is cooking up a free data deal to lure Always Connected PC owners to its service -- but it won't last long.
Lenovo wants to give the convertible PC a flexible, wraparound display
A patent application filed by Lenovo describes a convertible laptop sporting a flexible, wrap-around screen. In one implementation, the screen would merely wrap around the lid's lip to render notifications along the edges. A second design describes the screen covering the entire laptop lid.
Microsoft is giving Always Connected PCs a performance boost and more apps
Microsoft is about to give its Always Connected PC platform a huge boost in performance. By allowing developers to create 64-bit apps that will run natively -- rather than through an emulator -- Windows 10 systems running on Windows on ARM will benefit from faster apps, and hopefully, see more apps.
Dell Inspiron 5680 Gaming Desktop review
If you aren't interested in building your computer, PC gaming can get expensive, but not so with the Dell Inspiron 5680 Gaming Desktop. Starting at just $600, it provides nearly everything you’d want in a cheap gaming PC. It has enough power to play modern games at reasonable framerates without breaking the bank.
Despite PC industry’s flat year-to-year growth, HP dominated first-quarter sales
The latest IDC report shows that PC sales fell flat in a year-to-year comparison in the first quarter of 2018, with no overall growth or decline. Meanwhile, HP experienced a 4.3-percent growth, claiming 22.6-percent of the PC market in the first quarter followed by Lenovo and Dell.
Get your zSilver ready: Razer now has it’s own online game store
Razer introduced the Razer Game Store, a new digital distribution platform selling keys for Steam and Uplay.
Origin PC’s latest notebook packs Intel’s Core i7-8750H CPU, Nvidia Max-Q GPU
Origin PC introduced two new laptops: the EVO15-S and the NT-15. Both rely on Intel's just-revealed Core i7-8750H CPU and Nvidia "Max-Q" GPUs.
Intel’s ‘Hades Canyon’ NUC could change the way you game
Intel's mini-PCs, the NUCs, aren't for everyone. In fact, they're meant for a very small niche subcategory of people. However, the graphics capabilities of the newest Hades Canyon NUC make it a much more interesting computer.
Intel is working hard to bring 5G technology to mobile PCs
Intell will be showing off its 5G modem inside a detachable 2-in-1 PC at MWC 2018, with shipping products expected to arrive in late 2019.
Dell XPS 8930 review
We’re always looking for an affordable way to game. The Dell XPS 8930 is packing a GTX 1060 graphics card, meaning this unassuming desktop PC has a little more than meets the eye.
These wireless carriers provide LTE for Windows Always Connected PCs
Microsoft and Qualcomm have detailed which wireless carriers will provide LTE connectivity for their new line of Always Connected PCs.
Razer Project Linda Preview
What if your smartphone could be your laptop, and the touchpad? That’s the idea behind Razer’s Project Linda.
Lenovo has its own Qualcomm-powered 2-in-1 with the Miix 630
At CES 2018, Lenovo revealed its Qualcomm-powered PC, the Miix 630. The 2-in-1 is claimed to have 20 hours of battery and LTE connectivity.
PC power level under 9,000? You can still run ‘Dragon Ball FighterZ’
Dragon Ball FighterZ arrives to PC (and consoles) on January 26, and the PC requirements for the game have been revealed.
Are your pockets deep? Acer Predator Orion 9000 can push limits of gaming power
Acer's new Predator Orion 9000 can be whatever you want it to be, but if you have deep pockets, it could be the ultimate gaming system.