How A.I. can defeat malware that doesn’t even exist yet
Ditching signatures, Cylance Smart Antivirus is now available for consumers and it only offers AI protection. That machine learning algorithm though, is all you need, according to Cylance's senior VP, Christopher Bray. Can an AI really protect us from malware of today and tomorrow with no help at all?
Facebook’s security chief has quit — now who’s watching the watchmen?
Facebook's chief security officer, Alex Stamos, has announced that he's leaving the company in mid-August to move on to a new full-time teaching position. Crucially, Facebook has said he will not be replaced, raising questions about its approach to digital security on the social network in the future.
AMD B450 chipset offers Crossfire, better overclocking to mainstream Ryzen users
Motherboards sporting the AMD B450 chipset are now available to consumers and that means exciting things for Ryzen owners. The new motherboards offer features previously exclusive to the more expensive X470 platform, including StoreMi and advanced overclocking with XFR2 and Precision Boost Overdrive.
Intel i9-9900K storms ahead of competition in potential early benchmark
A benchmark result for a system that may well have been running an engineering sample of Intel's upcoming ninth-generation Core i9-9900K shows huge potential for the new generation CPU. If the test turns out to be accurate, it is more than capable of beating an AMD Ryzen 2700X and the last-generation 8700K.
Magic Leap’s augmented reality interface floats wherever you want it
The user interface for Magic Leap's augmented reality operating system will be heavily customizable and come in two specific guises: 2D and 3D. Each will let you choose how they're displayed, but where one will float, the other will conform to the environment around it, allowing for much more intuitive interaction.
AMD’s 32-core Threadripper 2990X could cost a whopping $1,800
AMD's top-tier Zen+ CPU, the Ryzen Threadripper 2990X could cost consumers far more than its predecessor, the 1950X. Where that chip launched at just under $1,000, the new one has a suggested price tag on one retail website of as much as $1,840, spurring questions about how competitive it will be with new Intel chips.
Intel’s soldered ninth-gen CPUs could give them even greater overclocking room
Intel has reportedly soldered the cores of its eight-core ninth-generation CPUs, likely improving their out-of-the-box cooling by leaps and bounds. If that turns out to be true, it could mean greater overclocking potential for the new chips, leading to the potential for 5GHz on all of their eight cores.
Google could release the most powerful Chromebook ever this year
A next-generation Google Pixelbook is said to be set to ship before the end of the year with thinner bezels. As with other laptops that have launched this year, it could also sport hardware upgrades, the most likely being a boost to its processing performance with a brand-new Intel eighth-generation CPU.
Homeland Security is worried about Gmail’s confidentiality mode
Google's new confidentiality mode on its Gmail email service may actually be making email less secure rather than more so. The Department of Homeland Security has expressed concern that it could lead to a rise in phishing attacks against unsuspecting users, with Gmail setting a dangerous precedent for the future.
Cloud-based call recording is coming to Skype, but will you use it?
The next release of the Skype VOIP client will add call recording for both voice and video chats, bringing users a feature that has been available to businesses for years. Until now, home users who wanted to record calls had to use third-party software, but once August rolls around, that's all going to change.
Netgear router bug let hackers steal classified documents on drones, tanks
Documents from the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army were stolen by a hacker who used a simple exploit on a Netgear router after finding that its admin password had not been changed from the default. Those documents were then offered up for sale on the dark web alongside aerial drone footage and training manuals.
MacBook 12-inch vs. MacBook Pro 13
When it comes picking a MacBook from Apple's line up, there's an impressive array of choice. Even when you whittle it down to a few choices though, it's not easy. In this head to head, we pit the MacBook 12-inch vs. MacBook Pro 13 to see which pulls ahead in terms of performance, features, and value for money.
New MacBook Pros are the most powerful laptops Apple has ever made
Apple has debuted a new generation of MacBook Pro laptops. Available in both 13- and 15-inch form factors, the new notebooks sport the most powerful hardware Apple has ever included in a laptop. Eighth-generation CPUs, up to 32GB of RAM, and 4TB of storage are available, with a newly designed keyboard.
Is there a new ‘next-generation’ Windows OS just around the corner?
An announcement by AMD and Synaptics that discusses their new biometric fingerprint sensor technology hinted at more than just new security. During the announcement they mentioned a "next-generation" Windows, which could mean Windows Core OS, Windows Polaris, or some other form of new Windows OS entirely.
The Surface Go tablet unofficially leaks online
Thanks to a new leak online, the name and specs for Microsoft's new Surface tablet have been revealed: The Surface Go. Starting at $400, the new tablet takes the Surface line in new direction, looking to compete more with the iPad than a traditional laptop replacement. That is, according to the leak.
What is Ethereum?
New cryptocurrencies are sprouting out of thin air all of the time, but only a few have had a lasting impact. Ethereum is one such cryptocurrency, despite only being a couple of years old. It's one of the most valuable and has enabled the creation of many others. What is Ethereum? It's one of the most exciting cryptocurrencies.
Oculus Go vs. Lenovo Mirage Solo
Lenovo is one of the newest competitors on the virtual reality scene and its standalone Daydream headset holds a lot of exciting potential. But how does it measure up against an industry giant like Oculus and its latest efforts? Here we pit the Oculus Go vs. Lenovo Mirage Solo with Daydream to see which is best.
Intel 9th-generation CPUs are refreshes with slight clock speed bumps
Intel's upcoming ninth-generation CPUs have been detailed in some new leaked slides. They are refreshes of the previous generation with minor clock speed bumps almost across the board. What we don't know though, is what the Core i7 chips will be like and their absence from leaked documents suggest they may have eight cores.
Nvidia could debut GTX 11 Series graphics cards during Gamescom
Unnamed sources claim that third-party graphics card manufacturers will receive Nvidia's next-generation "Turing" chips by the end of August or early September. Actual ship dates are unknown for now as manufacturers could take weeks or several months after receiving their initial GPU shipments.
What is Bitcoin?
What is Bitcoin? It's a question that many recent investors might struggle to answer effectively because cryptocurrencies are a whole world unto themselves. Getting your head around the basics is important if you want to know what you're getting into before buying buying into the latest crypto-craze.
After 14 years, a new generation of Wi-Fi security is coming. Here’s what to know
WPA3 is a new security standard for Wi-Fi hardware that will charge manufactuters with meeting stricter guidelines to be certified to support it. It will bring about greater security and privacy for users in the home and when utilizing 'open' public Wi-Fi networks, as well as better password protections for everyone.
Learn about the roots of the modern computing with the BBC’s free archive
The BBC has expanded its Computer Literacy Archive with hundreds of documentary episodes from the 1980s and 1990s to showcase just how far we've come in computing in the last few decades and look back on classic hardware like the BBC Micro. The archive also includes 160+ classic programs that can be run in modern web browsers.
Nvidia prototype graphics card sports 12GB of GDDR6 memory
A leaked image of a prototype Nvidia graphics card appears to sport 12GB of GDDR6 memory, suggesting that the next-generation will enjoy far greater memory bandwidth than the one that came before. Although missing a GPU core, the new card hints at a powerful new-range of graphics cards coming down the pipeline.
Huawei’s MateBook D could be the new king of powerful budget laptops
The Huawei MateBook D refresh packs the compact laptop with a 1080p display, 8GB of RAM, and a Ryzen with Vega 2500U APU. For just $600 at its discounted launch price, the little laptop offers decent performance for general computing and gaming and its fast-recharge battery will keep you working and playing for longer.
Updating your router to WPA3 could protect your home Wi-Fi network
The Wi-Fi Alliance has officially certified WPA3 security, making routers the world over more secure ... in theory. While new routers will definitely get the new password and encryption protection systems, there is some question over whether already-sold devices will be updated to support it.
Here’s how Microsoft’s Xbox One mouse and keyboard support could work
A joint Microsoft and Razer presentation earlier this year suggested that official keyboard and mouse support could come to the Xbox One. Leaked documents highlight certain limitations, but suggest that Microsoft would soon crack down on companies offering emulator hardware for unofficial keyboard usage.
Leaked Snapdragon 1000 details suggest it could go head-to-head with Intel
New details about Qualcomm's rumored Snapdragon 1000 have been revealed, suggesting that the Windows-oriented SoC could offer competition for 2017 Intel Core processors. Better yet, it'll do so in a smaller form factor and potentially at a lower power draw too, making it a very attractive option for laptop owners.
Is your 1440p monitor actually a downscaled 4K panel in disguise?
A new report citing sources close to the monitor manufacturing business has suggested that some companies may be using extra stock of 4K panels to manufacture 1440P displays. While that might seem like a free upgrade, it can actually result in a worse-looking image due to downscaling and mismatched resolutions.
First Snapdragon 845 Chromebook could be a 2-in-1 with detachable keyboard
More details about "Cheza," the alleged Snapdragon 845-powered Chromebook, have been unearthed from changes made to Chrome OS, suggesting that the first ever laptop running the powerful SoC may not be too far away. It could well be a 2-in-1 as well, with a detachable keyboard, and LTE data connectivity.
Valve VR knuckle controllers can squish, track fingers, navigate with thumbstick
Valve has released a new demo called Moondust to show off the capabilities of its knuckle VR controllers and give developers a chance to play around with its new capabilities. They can squish, track fingers, and allow navigation via a thumbstick input, all while sporting better ergonomics and battery life.
Improving security means killing the password, but that battle has just begun
As much as password reuse is a problem because people use the same passwords for different sites and services, some think that storing passwords in a central location is a bigger problem. As we begin to move beyond password use altogether, do we need to reconsider how our login credentials are stored as well?
Leap Motion’s AR table tennis is a long way from your parents’ Pong
A demonstration of Leap Motion's new Project Northstar table tennis AR experience shows not only that mixed reality offers some great gaming experiences, but that it could be useful for teaching and improving real-world skills at the same time by testing human players against increasingly advanced A.I. opponents.
Intel’s hyperthreading blocked on OpenBSD amid hints of new Spectre-like bugs
The main developer of OpenBSD has announced that Intel chips will have hyperthreading disabled on the operating system in order to ward off potential Spectre-like exploits that take advantage of the way that simultaneous multithreading technologies work. This barring of the technology will be expanded to other chips.
AMD one-ups Intel with free Threadripper upgrade for 8086 competition winners
AMD is offering anyone who wins one of Intel's Anniversary Edition Core-i7 CPUs a free trade-in for one of its own high-powered offerings, the Threadripper 1950x. With 16 cores and 32 threads, it is more powerful in multi-threaded scenarios and is more expensive if you were to buy it yourself.