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Microsoft cancels Build 2020 conference due to coronavirus

Initially planned for May 19-20 in Seattle, reports indicate that Microsoft has canceled the annual in-person developer conference in favor of a digital event.
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One of Windows’ best canceled features could be making a return

Windows 10 features have been known to come and go, but one of the best features to be beta tested, known as Windows Sets, could soon be making a comeback.
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Leaked video shows cool way to peek at notifications, calls on Surface Duo

A leaked video shows how you'll apparently be able to use the folding action on the Surface Duo to peek at notifications and calls on the device when on the go.
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Microsoft’s new Office app hints at the Surface Duo’s potential

With the release of a new Office app for iOS and Android, Microsoft is paving the way for Surface Duo. You'll now be able to use your phone more easily for work
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Microsoft could announce Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2 at event this spring

According to a new report, Microsoft will be announcing new Surface hardware at an event in NYC this spring, including the Surface Book 3, and the Surface Go 2.
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Windows 10X vs. iPadOS: Does Microsoft finally beat Apple?

Before Microsoft publicly announced the Windows 10X operating system, Apple had its own operating system for iPads known as iPadOS. Does Microsoft have a winner on its hands?
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Windows 10 May 2019 Update: Everything you need to know

While still under a beta testing period with Windows Insiders, the next version of Windows 10 -- confirmed as the May 2019 update -- is getting closer to release. Though not a massive overhaul, there are a few changes that tweak the nearly four-year-old operating system to make it fresher.
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Don’t upgrade from Windows 7. Here’s why you should buy a new laptop instead

Thinking of moving on from a Windows 7 laptop? In this guide, we'll cut through the tech specs and show you what has changed in laptops in the many years.
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Now married to Surface, Windows might finally get interesting again

The Windows and hardware divisions at Microsoft have come together under a single combined group known as "Windows + Devices" led by Panos Panay. Is Windows finally going to be interesting again?
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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.
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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.
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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. 
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How Windows 7 saved Microsoft from driving over a cliff — twice

Support for Windows 7 might have ended on January 14, but many are still running the nearly 10-year-old operating system. Many people simply prefer the classic no-nonsense look of Windows 7 and hold it close to their hearts. There's a good reason why, as it saved Microsoft twice. Here's why.
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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.
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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.
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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. 
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Google is shutting down your Chromebook apps, but here’s why you shouldn’t worry

On Chrome OS, the app story is a bit complicated. Chromebook users have long had three different ways to experience apps. That's about to change, as Google is now shutting down the Chrome App Store. But from PWA's or support for Android apps, here's why you shouldn't worry.
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Microsoft’s new Edge browser is great, but it’s missing one big feature

From improved performance that is on par with Google Chrome, a fresh new user interface, and many ways to customize your browsing experience, the new Edge is definitely worth switching to. But, there's still one problem. Edge is missing some big features, especially if you hope to use the browser on multiple devices.
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Microsoft’s new Edge browser has launched, and it’s finally worth switching to

Almost a year and a half ago, Microsoft shook up the computing world. But, it wasn't with a computer. The company announced it would be releasing a new web browser based on Google's open-source Chromium engine. I've been using that browser in my life for the past year. Here's why I think it's worth switching to.
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Logitech Ergo K860 review: The most comfortable keyboard you can buy

Logitech has a heritage of making super comfortable mice. Now, some of those same design elements are coming to a keyboard too with the Logitech Ergo K860. It completes Logitech's Ergo lineup and with its ergonomics and design, the K860 is one of the most comfortable keyboards you can buy.
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Like a bad ’90s revival, Compaq is back and making smart TVs

Long before the Mac Pro and thin bezel laptops like the XPS 13, there was a company that made PCS that was known as Compaq. It's a company that was then famous as Apple, mainly thanks to the work put into making portable computers popular in the late 1990s. Well, Compaq is now coming back, just not how you remember it.
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On the day of its death, Windows 7 is the second-most popular operating system

January 14 officially marks the end of support for the Windows 7 operating system, meaning Microsoft will no longer provide free security updates. But, even so, Windows 7 is still much-loved and is the second most popular operating system across the world, ahead of ChromeOS, and MacOS.
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Windows 10X was a no-show at CES 2020, and that’s a problem

We've seen tons of concepts at CES 2020, but there's one key thing missing. Most of these concept devices are running Windows 10,  the same operating system you'll find on standard laptops today. Laptop makers, and even Intel, have not at all showcased the specialized version of Windows -- known as Windows 10X
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Here are all the dual-screen and foldable PCs announced at CES 2020

After Microsoft announced its own dual-screen PC last year, the Surface Neo, its partners are now taking the stage and showcasing similar devices. From Dell's Ori and Duet, Lenovo's foldable ThinkPad, and Intel's Horseshoe Bend, there's a lot of dual-screen devices, here's what you need to know.
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Samsung’s new external SSD is the size of a business card

During CES 2020, Samsung is announcing an impressive-looking new T7 touch portable solid-state-drive (SSD) that is smaller than the size of a business card. The T7 Touch Portable SSD is also the first from Samsung to feature a built-in fingerprint scanner for added security and protecting your files.
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You can now buy Dell’s new slim-bezel, near-perfect 2020 XPS 13 laptop

Now that CES 2020 is officially underway, you can finally go out and purchase the latest 2020 Dell XPS 13 yourself. Prices on the laptop start at $1,000, and from Ice Lake processors, slim-bezel design, and an improved keyboard, there's plenty of new and innovative design elements and big value for that price. 
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The new Razer Blade now has a super-speedy 300Hz screen

At CES 2020, Razer is treating gamers to another cool feature. It is upgrading its popular Blade 15 laptop with a new feature that you might miss if you blink too fast: A screen that has a 300 MHz refresh rate. This is normally reserved for physical gaming monitors and is quite rare for laptops.
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Here’s how to watch Dell’s CES 2020 press conference today

CES 2020 is finally here and like many companies will be holding press conferences to show off all of their latest innovations. Falling on the third day of the weeklong consumer electronics show, Dell will be holding a keynote at 10 a.m. PT on Tuesday, January 7. You can watch the press conference live on YouTube.
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HP’s Spectre x360 15 sports smaller bezels, more power, and better battery life

With its six-core Intel processor and impressive 4K display, HP's Spectre x360 15 has long been hard to bear. But, ahead of CES 2020, HP is taking things even further with an updated model that features smaller bezels, and updated Intel and Nvidia CPU and GPUs on the inside. 
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The Lenovo Flex 5G is the world’s first 5G-compatible PC

There's no doubt that 5G is the next big thing in technology, and at CES 2020, Lenovo is showing us why. The company took the wraps off the Flex 5G — the first 5G-compatible PC, coming in spring 2020 for prices starting at $1,210. It's part of its journey to deliver faster technology for all.
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Samsung has an invisible keyboard that you can use with your phone

Keyboards come in all shapes and sizes, you can fold them, use them across multiple devices, and even enjoy their ergonomics. At CES 2020, though, Samsung has an interesting conceptual take on the keyboard. It's one that you can't even physically see — an invisible keyboard called the SelfieType.
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Samsung Galaxy Chromebook vs. Google Pixelbook: Here’s what $1,000 gets you

Samsung recently announced the new Galaxy Chromebook, priced starting at $1,000. With its beautiful 4K OLED screen, this new Chrome OS 2-in-1 has more than what it takes to go up against Google's own Pixelbook.In this guide, we'll pit the two against each other and help you choose the one that's right for you.
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Samsung launches the $999 Galaxy Chromebook with a 4K AMOLED display

Ahead of CES 2020, Samsung is building on its heritage and is announcing the new Galaxy Chromebook, a 2-in-1 for those who love the Chrome OS experience. The new Galaxy Chromebook includes a 13.3-inch AMOLED 4K display, surrounded by super-thin bezels. It also has support for a built-in Samsung S Pen stylus.
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HP Envy 32 All-in-One review: iMac killer?

For 2020, Apple might just need to watch its back. With the new Envy 32 All-in-One, HP is taking the all-in-one category to new places. Thanks to the luxurious design, an immersive display, and some incredible processing power, this new PC might have everything to topple Apple's iMac.