AMD’s Radeon RX 590 inches closer to launch, will take on Nvidia’s GTX 1060
Though AMD has yet to announce its Radeon RX 590 graphics card, the mid-range GPU is now all but confirmed. Most recently, the card manufactured by third-party PowerColor was spotted in a regulatory filing with the Eurasian Economic Union office after the paperwork, suggesting that a launch may happen soon.
Alienware’s sleek new M15 offers the power without the extra padding
Dell may have shed the thickness and the weight off of its refreshed Alienware M15, which goes on sale starting today, but the redesign will cost consumers a little more than expected. The Alienware M15, which is Alienware's thinnest gaming notebook, now costs $79 more than the originally announced $1,300 price.
Apple begins testing Group FaceTime for MacOS Mojave — again
Apple will soon make it easier for organizations, businesses, and families to stay in tocuh through group video chats. After pulling the Group FaceTime feature from earlier betas prior to launching MacOS Mojave, Apple is now starting to test the group video chat feature again for its release of MacOS 10.14.1.
Google tests Android Messages feature on Chromebooks
After having completed its launch of Android Messages on the web, Google is now working on a feature to better integrate its messaging experience on Android phones with Chromebooks. The feature appears limited to some Chrome OS users on Google's developer channel, so it may not be widely available yet.
Facebook’s reported Rift 2 cancellation caused a rift with Oculus executive
There's new speculation that Oculus co-founder and Facebook executive Brendan Iribe may have quit after differences in vision. It's reported that Facebook's cancellation of the Rift 2, the successor to the original Oculus Rift, may have precipitated the rift between Iribe and the social network giant.
Not to be outdone, Samsung says it’s making a laptop with a foldable display
Samsung announced that it is jumping on the dual-screen laptop trend. Rather than using two screens, Samsung said that its novel laptop will have a large, foldable screen that leverages its flexible display technology. In addition to laptops, Samsung also has plans to release a smartphone with a foldable screen.
Samsung’s HMD Odyssey Plus gives you a clearer view into the virtual world
Samsung is refreshing its Windows Mixed Reality Headset with its HMD Odyssey+ this year. The new model ships starting today for $500, and promises to deliver a better mixed reality experience thanks to Samsung's new Anti-Screen Door Effect technology. The headset is also more comfortable with better ergonomics.
There’s now proof that quantum computing is superior to the classical variety
Researchers previously had to resort to theoretical concepts to describe the benefits of quantum computers, but that is no longer true. A team from IBM, the University of Waterloo, and the Technical University of Munich showed how a quantum computer outperformed a classical PC on a single math problem.
Despite serious security flaws, D-Link will (again) not patch some routers
Despite serious warnings raised by security researcher Błażej Adamczyk that affects eight D-Link routers, the manufacturer revealed that it won't issue patches to six models, citing end-of-life policies. This is the second time in approximately one year that D-Link has failed to patch its older routers.
Consider an extended warranty plan if you buy a Surface Pro 6
A low repairability score due to excessive amounts of glue used in the Surface Pro 6's construction makes the tablet hard to repair. Consumers who pick up the tablet may want to consider optional extended or accidental damage protection in case repairs are needed beyond Microsoft's standard one-year warranty.
A ThinkPad tablet with a foldable screen could be in Lenovo’s future
The world's largest PC manufacturer could launch a tablet with a 13-inch screen that could fold down to just nine inches for travel. According to the latest report, LG Display has inked a deal with Lenovo to supply the foldable display panel, and such a tablet could arrive as early as late next year.
Apple’s 2020 MacBooks could ditch Intel processors, arrive with ‘ARM Inside’
Apple is looking to shed the "Intel Inside" banner for its MacOS products, and it could do this early as 2020 with an ARM-powered MacBook. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo speculated that Apple could develop its custom A-series silicon to power its MacOS product moving forward, transitioning away from Intel processors.
Corsair’s latest SSD boasts extremely fast speeds at a more affordable price
If you're looking for a faster internal drive to give your PC a performance boost, Corsair may have just the answer. The company's latest NVMe SSD delivers some of the fastest speeds on the market, but comes in at a much more affordable price than competing M.2 format SSDs from rivals Samsung and Western Digital.
Microsoft co-founder, Seahawks owner Paul Allen dies at 65
Paul Allen died on October 15 at the age of 65 due to complications from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, his company Vulcan reported. The entrepreneur, along with Bill Gates, helped to transform and shape the PC industry. Allen was known for spearheading the deal to acquire Q-DOS, which later became MS-DOS.
Was your Facebook account hacked in the latest breach? Here’s how to find out
Although Facebook initially estimated that up to 50 million users may have been compromised in a data breach last month, the social network says that 30 million accounts were affected after an initial investigation. Facebook also set up a Help Center for users to find out if their account were impacted.
Patent filing shows Microsoft’s evolving efforts on foldable Andromeda device
While Microsoft may have originally planned on equipping Project Andromeda with two displays that could rotate around a central hinge, the company may be exploring a new design with just a single screen. Microsoft's latest patent reveals that a flexible display could be used instead of two separate screens.
Gaming laptops with Nvidia’s flagship RTX cards could arrive by CES 2019
Gamers looking to pick up a new laptop that supports Nvidia's flagship GeForce RTX graphics may not have too much longer to wait. Nvidia is rumored to announce its ray tracing-capable mobile GPU at around the CES 2019 timeframe, so hopefully that means we'll see RTX-equipped laptops at the Consumer Electronics Show.
Google takes on iPad Pro and Surface Pro with its new Pixel Slate
Google unveiled its new Chromebook device under its Pixel branding at a New York City event on October 9. The Pixel Slate is a new Chrome OS-powered tablet that comes with an optional keyboard cover. Designed for productivity and entertainment on the go, the Pixel Slate is Google's answer to Apple's iPad.
Chrome 70 could break thousands of websites, but that’s their own fault
Chrome 70 will drop support for older Symantec security certificates and that will cause thousands of sites to display security warnings by as early as October 16. Google announced that it will drop support for compromised certificates more than a year ago, but there are still some web developers holding out.
Google to shut down Google+ after exposure of 500,000 users’ data
After an undisclosed security vulnerability that left 500,000 users exposed was reported, Google announced that it will be shutting down Google+ over the next ten months. Google's security vulnerability is the latest to hit the tech sector, following Facebook's recent bug that left 50 million of its users exposed.
Did the Windows October 2018 update delete your files? Microsoft can help
If you haven't downloaded the latest release of Windows 10 called the October 2018 Update -- don't. Early adopters have reported issues ranging from loss of data, excessive usage of the processor, and even reduced battery life on notebooks. But Microsoft says that lost data can be recovered.
Surface Studio 2 vs. iMac
If you're looking for an attractive all-in-one desktop for your home or office, Microsoft's Surface Studio 2 and Apple's iMac are top contenders. Both systems come with clean designs, Intel's 7th-Generation chips, and a compact frame, making them ideal competitors for your money. We'll help you decide which to buy.
Facebook’s latest data breach could earn Europeans thousands in compensation
Europeans could get a pay day in the thousands if they claim distress over Facebook's latest data breach. Late last month, the social network revealed a bug that left as many as 50 million users exposed. Thanks to GDPR rules, Facebook may be forced to compensate users in the thousands in damaages for distress.
Andromeda — a pocketable Surface PC — remains a dream for Microsoft’s Panos Panay
Though Microsoft's October 2 Surface event came and went without a mention of the highly anticipated Surface Phone, Microsoft's Surface chief confirmed that the company is, in fact, working on such a product. Panos Panay called the device, which went by the code name Andromeda, his baby.
A modular Surface Studio could make for easy upgrades in the future
Microsoft may be exploring new ideas for its all-in-one Surface Studio desktop in the future, including one where users can easily upgrade important internal components through a modular design. Microsoft experimented with a modular design last week when it announced its latest Surface Hub 2 with swappable cartridges.
Razer’s new Sila router is primed to deliver lag-free gaming connections
The Sila is another tool that Razer is adding to a gamer's arsenal. The Razer Sila is a fast wireless router that complements the aesthetics of Razer's Blade laptops. The router ships with technology that promises fast connections. You can even link multiple Silas together to create your own mesh network.
Everything Microsoft unveiled at the October 2 Surface event
Microsoft announced hardware refreshes to its Surface lineup at an October 2 event in NYC. The company announced a Surface Pro 6, Laptop 2, and Studio 2 -- and surprised us with the Surface Headphones. Performance improvements and newer processors rather than radical redesigns were the focus.
Leaked Intel processor could help Google Pixel Slate dual-boot into Windows
Google may once again use Intel's chips inside its next-generation Pixel Slate tablet, which is slated to be announced this month. Leaked benchmark reveals that the device will come with some powerful internals, including a Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM, which could help with supporting Windows dual-booting.
Final leaks show black Surface Pro, Surface Laptop, and Surface Studio
In addition to the highly anticipated launch of the black Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, Microsoft may also offer color-coordinated accessories to match. A Best Buy listing hints that the Modern Mobile Wireless Mouse will also be available in black. Microsoft will kick off its event at 4 p.m. (ET) today in New York.
The Surface Pro will go back to black, Microsoft event listing confirms
A Microsoft event for New Zealand confirms that the Surface may soon be available in a new black hue. While Microsoft debuted the Surface RT and Surface Pro in black, the color was eventually phased out in recent years. But that's about to change, as "Surface goes back to Black," according to Microsoft.
The Oculus Quest’s competitor isn’t Rift or Vive. It’s the Nintendo Switch
Oculus may have been overly optimistic in its ‘quest’ for the perfect mobile VR headset. Despite claims that Oculus Quest may be able to deliver Rift-like experiences in a standalone wireless package, its less of a Rift replacement and more like the VR equivalent of Nintendo’s Switch.
Facebook’s latest security breach leaves 50 million accounts compromised
Facebook announced that it is beginning to investigate a security breach from earlier this week that may have left 50 million user accounts compromised. Law enforcement has been notified, and the security flaw has been patched. Facebook also forcibly logged out 90 million users as a precaution.
How to watch Microsoft’s Oct. 2 Surface event
Microsoft is widely expected to announce refreshes to its Surface PCs at its October 2 event in New York City. In addition to hardware, Microsoft could also use the venue to showcase the newest features that will arrive with the October 2018 Windows 10 Update. We'll show you how to tune in on October 2 to watch the event.