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Why Mastercard is ripping a page from Bitcoin’s book

Mastercard wants to use the inherent security of blockchain to make money more intuitive and less hackable. Its new blockchain patents seeks to put an end to credit card skimmers. Regardless of what you think about cryptocurrency, the largest financial institutions are transforming real money to be more like it every day.
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How Logitech continues to thrive in the post-PC world

The PC is in decline, yet a company like Logitech continues to find ways to stay relevant. From its high-end audio to emphasis on gaming, the company is more determined than ever to not go down with the desktop. We took a behind-the-scenes look at its state-of-the-art facility in Washington to see just how it's all done.
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Intel Core i9-9900K review and benchmark

Intel has launched the first Core i9 for the average gamer. We ran the i9-9900K through its paces to see how it compares to the previous generation, as well as the best from AMD. Despite some controversies around its release, it might be the best gaming processor ever made.
Computing Reviews
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Dell unveils a new XPS 13, and it’s now way more powerful

Dell launched a new version of the XPS 13, along with an XPS 13 2-in-1, and XPS 13 Developer Edition.
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AMD’s Ryzen C-series ups the ante on Chromebook performance

To support the massive growth in high-end Chromebooks, AMD is bringing Ryzen processors to Chromebooks for the first time.
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Intel 11th-gen Tiger Lake review: An impressive comeback

After testing the first Intel reference model for 11th-gen Tiger Lake, it's clear that Intel is staging a comeback against AMD.
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Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 7390 review: A new era for XPS

Ice Lake has been years in the coming, and the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 is the first to use Intel's 10nm processors. The device has been completely revamped, now showing off a brand-new design, including a new keyboard and taller screen. This is a new direction for Dell's XPS line-up.
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Dell XPS 15 (9500) review: Best 15-inch laptop you can buy

Every aspect of the new Dell XPS 15 has been redesigned, and yet the look still feels distinctly XPS. Is this still the best laptop for creative professionals?
Computing Reviews
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All laptops are now gaming laptops

Thanks to the dramatic rise of powerful integrated graphics, laptops are about to become far better at gaming.
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How Intel and MSI collaborated to craft its new Summit series of laptops

Speaking with Intel and MSI, we have the behind-the-scenes story behind the new Summit series of laptops -- systems unlike any MSI has ever made.
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Asus’ new super-thin ZenBook laptops gain OLED screens and Intel 11th-gen chips

Asus brings a sweeping update to its ZenBooks that refines the design and upgrades the internals with Intel's latest 11th-generation processors.
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Lenovo’s futuristic Yoga 9i laptops are a gorgeous blend of glass and leather

Lenovo's latest laptops, the Yoga 9i and IdeaPad Slim 9i, use a futuristic combination of glass and leather, and don't even include a physical touchpad.
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 review: The legacy continues

The ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 is the latest 2-in-1 ThinkPad from Lenovo, now updated with the latest internals. It also sports the tried-and-true ThinkPad design.
Computing Reviews
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Microsoft’s Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2 bring better CPUs and 1080p webcams

Microsoft has announced the Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2, the latest 2-in-1s in the Surface line. They look similar, but the real changes are under the hood.
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Samsung Galaxy Book Flex review: QLED for the win

Samsung's laptops have never impressed quite like the Galaxy Book Flex does, thanks to standout features like the QLED display and its excellent battery life.
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Huawei MateBook X Pro (2019) review

There's a new Huawei MateBook X Pro in 2019, building off the success of last year's iteration. What’s new? Well, the graphics card, the processor, and the pricing. And not all of these work out in its favor, despite how well the original design holds up.
Computing Reviews
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The best laptop deals for Labor Day 2019: XPS, Spectre, ThinkPad, and more

Labor Day is one of the best weeks of the year to pick up a new laptop, and we have the roundup of the best discounts on offer. Whether you're looking for a sleek Dell XPS 13 for school or a robust ThinkPad X1 Carbon for work, these are some of the best laptop deals you'll find all year.
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MacBook Pro 13 vs. MacBook Pro 16

When it comes to MacBook Pro 13 vs. MacBook Pro 16, which one is right for you? We take a deep dive into the models to help you find the best MacBook Pro.
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Intel claims Tiger Lake chips will make historic leap in performance. Here’s how

Intel is making some monumental claims about its upcoming 11th-gen Tiger Lake processors. Here's how Intel claims it's made such a massive leap forward.
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MSI GS66 Stealth review: A value Razer alternative

The Razer Blade has one major competitor in the thin-and-light gaming laptop sector: The MSI GS66 Stealth. Can MSI beat Razer at its own game?
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AMD brings Ryzen 4000G to prebuilt desktops from HP, Lenovo, more

AMD has announced a new series for Ryzen 4000 processors, this time designed for prebuilt desktop systems. Can its success in laptops now translate to desktop?
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AMD launches Threadripper Pro in the first 64-core professional workstation

AMD has announced a new line of Threadripper Pro processors, which are set to launch exclusively in the first 64-core workstation, the Lenovo ThinkStation P620.
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Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 review: Dual-screen gaming in your lap

You've never seen a gaming laptop like the ROG Zephyrus Duo 15. With a second screen tilted up at an angle, it's one of the most unique gaming laptops ever.
Computing Reviews
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Acer Predator Helios 300 hands-on review: More power, same price

The Predator Helios 300 is one of the most popular gaming laptops on Amazon, and this year's update brings even more performance to the package.
Computing Reviews
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AMD has an answer to Nvidia’s DLSS, but not ray tracing

AMD has launched its own solution to resolution upscaling, called Radeon Image Sharpening. It simulates the effect of moving from 1080p to 1440p, and offers a compelling alternative to Nvidia's DLSS. But ray tracing? AMD says that's still waiting for the right time.
Computing News
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Nvidia’s DGX A100 system packs a record five petaFLOPS of power

Nvidia unveiled its Ampere graphics architecture and its most powerful computer yet: The DGX A100. Costing $199,000, this isn't a system made for gamers.
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HP Elite Dragonfly review: Traveling first-class

The new HP Elite Dragonfly, crafted from CNC-machined magnesium and weighing in at just 2.2 pounds, is one of the lightest commercial 2-in-1s ever designed.
Computing Reviews
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Alienware m15 R2 hands-on review

The Alienware m15 has received a significant overhaul in its second generation. With a design aesthetic carried over from the Area-51m, the m15 R2 entrenches this new direction for Alienware’s brand. We went hands-on.
Computing Reviews

The MacBook Pro 13 update still leaves a big gap in the Mac lineup

The new MacBook Pro includes great features such as the Magic Keyboard. But the performance improvements don't apply to the cheaper models this time around.
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Intel launches 10-core 10th-gen desktop chips. Can they hold up against Ryzen?

Intel has finally launched its 10th-gen desktop chips, otherwise known as Comet Lake-S. The jump to 10 cores is a good sign, but it's not completely good news.
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HP’s powerful Envy laptops take on the MacBook Pro with reckless abandon

Everyone wants to beat the MacBook Pro, but HP's new Envy and ZBook laptops amp up the competition even higher with powerful performance and simplified design.
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Nvidia brings RTX Super to mobile, adds Advanced Optimus for better battery life

Nvidia has launched advanced new graphics technologies for the evolution of gaming laptops. RTX Super cards add power, while Max-Q brings efficiency.
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Intel’s newest 10th-gen chips bring blazing 5.3GHz speed, trail AMD in cores

Intel has announced the details on its latest 10th-gen mobile processors, known as Comet Lake-H. Do 5.3GHz boost clocks bring momentum back in favor of Intel?
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Eight cores in a 2-pound laptop? AMD’s Ryzen 4000 does the impossible

The new Ryzen 4000 series mobile processors aim to upend the current dichotomy in laptops, which is split between portable ultra-thins and larger machines.
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Microsoft’s Panos Panay teases Windows 10 overhaul with bold new Start Menu

Panos Panay recently posted a video celebrating the 1 billion devices milestone for Windows 10. The video previewed some interesting changes to Windows 10.
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The EU wants iPhones with replaceable batteries, but do you?

The days of removable batteries in devices are long gone, despite what a new EU regulation claims. But was there ever a good reason for them to be locked down?
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Apple may ditch Intel for an Arm-based MacBook within the next 18 months

A prediction from Ming-Chi Kuo states that Apple has pushed forward its interest in a MacBook that runs on an Arm-based processor, rather than an Intel one.
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Desk Envy (YouTube)

Showcasing unique desk setups and the products that bring them together.
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