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AMD takes aim at HDR gaming, high-end PC market with FreeSync 2 tech

AMD hopes to build on the success of the existing technology by introducing some new features that will make high-end PC gaming a little easier.
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2016 was the year internet security died – so what can you do about it?

2016 is the year that made hacking feel routine. Talk of state-supported hackers, stolen emails, and compromised passwords has become commonplace.
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Blizzard celebrates 20 years of ‘Diablo’; cross-franchise event starts December 31

Twenty years ago, Diablo the Lord of Terror first invaded PCs, and in celebration of nearly a quarter century, he’s invading a few other worlds.
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Windows 10 users could see a performance-enhancing ‘game mode’

Microsoft might have a few surprises in store for us in the coming months, once the Creators Update comes out -- including a new ā€œgame modeā€ for Windows 10.
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Overclocker pushes Intel Core i7-7700K past 7GHz, aided by liquid nitrogen

An overclocker managed to push a Kaby Lake Core i7 to 7GHz, and while the overclock was reportedly bench stable, it’s not exactly for the faint of heart.
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Apple extends special pricing on new LG UltraFine 5K display till March 2017

LG’s latest megadisplay, the UltraFine 5K, went on sale earlier recently and it’s already backordered into late January.
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It may be time to turn off your router: Netgear confirms security vulnerability

A security vulnerability affecting a number of Netgear brand routers surfaced Friday, allowing hackers to seize control of your home or office network.
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Microsoft plans to lock Adobe Flash in a cage and throw away the key

Microsoft hasn’t forgotten about Adobe Flash and in the next version of the Edge browser, you will have a little more control over it.
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LG announces new 4K HDR monitors, might be trading HDMI for USB Type-C

In the run-up to CES 2017, LG has unveiled the latest in its high-end monitor lineup, the 32UD99, and the 34UM79M.
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EU report condemns law enforcement backdoors in consumer electronics

The report concludes that the inclusion of such backdoors in consumer electronics puts regular citizens at risk, and may even undermine national security.
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Corsair unveils new range of SSDs, calls them the fastest it’s ever produced

Hardware manufacturer Corsair announced a new range of solid-state drives that it claims will deliver unparalleled performance in a very small form factor.
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AMD unveils Radeon Instinct, a powerful GPU designed for machine learning

The Radeon Instinct is designed for high-performance machine learning, using a brand new open-source library for GPU accelerators called MIOpen.
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New functionality allows students to log into a Chromebook with just a badge

In an effort to expand the educational functionality of the Chromebook, Google announced a new feature set for the budget education notebooks.
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Fly like a bird in Europe’s largest, trendiest — and only — VR multiplex

French cinema operator MK2 opened Europe’s largest permanent VR space Friday, allowing visitors to experience premium full-body VR.
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Careful with that Surface Dial — iFixit teardown reveals it’s a pain to repair

Underneath that smooth silvery exterior lurks a dark secret: the Surface Dial is kind of a pain to repair.
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No human touch needed: Computers learn new way to recognize natural sound

A group of researchers at MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory have pioneered a new way to teach computers to recognize sound.
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Intel’s next-gen Core i7 leaks ahead of wide release, undergoes testing

Just after the specs for Intel’s upcoming 7th-generation Kaby Lake Core i3 leaked, a hardware sample of Intel’s forthcoming i7-7700K also leaked.
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Apple responds to criticism over 16GB memory limit on latest MacBook Pro

The MacBook Pro with Touch Bar has finally landed, and some users are turning a critical eye toward design Apple’s design decisions.
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Specs for Intel’s unlocked Core i3 processor leak– and they’re impressive

Looks like specs and Geekbench scores for Intel’s upcoming seventh-generation Core i3 processors might have hit the web ahead of the processor’s release.
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Steam launches fall sale alongside the first annual Steam Awards

Steam just kicked off its annual autumn sale and along with it the first annual Steam Awards. Get your nominations in now!

Acer’s ultra-thin and ultra-portable Spin 7 and Spin 5 hit store shelves

Just in time for the holiday season, Acer announced this morning that the Acer Spin 7, the world’s thinnest 2-in-1 notebook has begun shipping.
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Overwatch hero Symmetra to receive a major update following the release of a new map

Overwatch veterans will be pleased to learn that one hero who has been somewhat neglected in the past is due for a much-needed revamp.
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Microsoft and Oculus set to offer VR streaming from Windows, Xbox One

The Oculus Rift will support streaming games from your Xbox One or Windows 10 via a free app that will hit the Windows and Xbox Stores on December 12.
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MacBook Pro with Touch Bar’s SSD soldered to logic board, preventing upgrades

Looking to upgrade the storage in your brand-new MacBook Pro with Touch Bar? Well, it looks like you’re out of luck.
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Latest Windows Insider build bids farewell to an old friend, the Command Prompt

It’s time again for a new Windows Insider build featuring usability changes and minor bug fixes. It also kicks the old-fashioned Command Prompt to the curb.
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Visit Australia without leaving home with the Qantas VR app, Koalas not included

Australian airline Qantas has unveiled a new VR app, aptly named Qantas VR, which will allow users to visit Australia remotely.
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Strap in with MSI’s VR One gaming-PC-in-a-backpack, now available for pre-order

MSI’s gigantic VR backpack is now available for purchase if you’re in the market for the biggest wearable computer you can possibly buy.
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Latest Windows Insider update brings some big changes to Sticky Notes, Ink

Microsoft has rolled out its latest Windows 10 Preview build for Insiders in the Fast Ring, bringing with it a host of bug fixes.
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Scientists use lasers to create next-gen microelectronics without semiconductors

UCSD scientists have reportedly created a new type of microelectronic device that could someday replace the semiconductor-based processor inside your PC.
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The latest Windows Insider build promises quests, adventure, and bug fixes

In the run-up to the upcoming Windows 10 Creators Update, Microsoft has launched a quest-filled November Bug Bash for Windows Insiders.
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Blizzard offers fans a taste of the new anniversary patch for 'Diablo III'

Hot on the heels of major announcements for Overwatch, and Hearthstone, Blizzard offered BlizzCon attendees a sneak peek at its plans for Diablo III.
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Overwatch’s Sombra is finally official, and Blizzard goes big on the game’s esports scene

Blizzard kicked off BlizzCon today with some big news for Overwatch fans, though some of you might have seen it coming.
Fove VR Headset Pre-Order Announced

Eye-tracking virtual reality headset Fove 0 now available for pre-order at $550

Kickstarter darling Fove unveiled the tech specs and the pre-order date for its upcoming eye-tracking virtual reality headset.
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LaCie's lightning-fast hard drive will cost as much as a new MacBook Pro

Hard disk manufacturer LaCie unveiled a new lightning-fast external SSD on Friday as a companion to the new MacBook Pro in design, performance, and price.
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Lenovo Yoga 910 vs. Microsoft Surface Book: Two supercharged 2-in-1s duke it out

Microsoft and Lenovo both recently announced new iterations of their popular 2-in-1s, each slated for release this fall. But which one is the better?
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New MacBook Pros are available in the Apple Store, with a big price increase

Apple’s big October event just wrapped and those snazzy new MacBook Pros are already available in the online Apple Store -- with a sizable price increase.
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Apple’s new MacBook Pro has an OLED touch bar that changes with your apps

On the 25th anniversary of the first Apple laptop, CEO Tim Cook took the stage Thursday to unveil the latest MacBook Pro, which features some new hardware.
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New MacBooks are coming later this month, but are they too little too late?

The MacBook Pro returns this month to a changed and nearly unrecognizable market. How can it possibly stay competitive?