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Salivating over the new XPS 15 2-in-1? Here’s how you should configure it

The XPS 15 2-in-1 is a laptop we like, despite some of its problems. However, not all the configurations offered are ones you should consider purchasing. The 4K option, for example, is far more trouble than its worth.
Computing
Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 Concept Feature

The XPS 15 2-in-1 is Dell’s version of a concept car. Here’s how it was built

The XPS 15 2-in-1 might look a lot like the XPS 15, but on the inside, it’s one of the most experimental laptops Dell has ever made. From its keyboard to its components, this is the story behind how Dell’s forward-thinking laptop came to be.
Computing Features
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Nvidia’s GTC keynote was big on business, but ignored gamers and miners

Both gamers and miners have been anxiously awaiting Nvidia's announcement of the next generation of GPUs. But at the company's keynote at GTC today, they chose to ignore the situation entirely.
Computing Gaming
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What’s weirder: A Chrome OS tablet or an Android laptop?

The first Chrome OS tablet was announced this morning, alongside news that Google was testing the latest version of Android on Chromebooks. Our poll tells us that people are more confused by the cross-pollination than anything else.
Computing Android
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Facebook was always too busy selling ads to care about your personal data

Ultimately, the Cambridge Analytica scandal happened because Facebook has always cared more about selling ads than protecting your personal data. When you sell four billion dollars in ad revenue each year, it takes some effort to ensure that people’s data is protected.
Computing Features
HTC Vive Pro

Is the HTC Vive Pro too expensive, or the right price for the right hardware?

HTC's new high-resolution VR headset was announced to cost $800 this morning. It's a significant upgrade over the original, but is it way too expensive to justify a purchase?
Computing Virtual Reality
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Spring is the season to buy a new laptop

For a couple of important reasons, spring is one of the best times to go out and buy a new laptop. Here's why -- and how to ensure you're futureproofing your purchase.
Computing Features
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Cryptojacking turns your PC into a Bitcoin mine, but you won’t see a cent

Cryptojacking is the newest trend in malware, allowing hackers to steal your CPU power to mine cryptocurrency. Here’s how the biggest websites on the internet have been hacked — and what a future dominated by it could look like.
Computing Features
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2018) review

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2018) review

If you like ThinkPads, you’ll love the 6th-gen X1 Carbon. But in spite of the things it does right, there’s still not enough here to win fans from Dell, Apple, or Microsoft.
Computing Reviews
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The MacBook Air doesn’t need a price cut, it needs a redesign

Reports say that Apple could be launching a cheaper version of the MacBook Air this year. The problem is this: Selling outdated computers at a discount isn't the same as designing an accessible entry-level product.
Computing News
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How Google’s ‘Project Zero’ task force races hackers to snuff out bugs

They discovered the Spectre and Meltdown security flaws before anyone else, and made sure Intel was staying honest in how it reacted. Unfortunately, the Project Zero crew aren’t the only ones searching for bugs.
Computing Features
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What if Apple replaced the MacBook keyboard with a giant screen?

Apple has patented the idea of a dual-screen MacBook without a keyboard or touchpad. While it's an ambitious idea, is that really the experience we want on a laptop?
Computing News
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LG Gram 15 review

The LG Gram is a 15-inch laptop with a single claim to fame: It’s half the weight of its competitors. But is that a good reason to drop $2,000 on the Gram?
Computing Reviews
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The flu is poking holes in hospital cybersecurity, and a shot can’t save you

Governments and corporations aren’t the only ones who need to think about cybersecurity. According to the experts we talked to, this year’s flu could have an impact beyond just your health.
Computing Features
Samsung Notebook 9 Pen review

Samsung Notebook 9 Pen review

Samsung is bringing the S Pen to its latest 13-inch 2-in-1, the Notebook 9 Pen, along with a suite of Samsung-powered software.
Computing Reviews
Samsung Notebook 9 Pen Hands-on Review

Samsung, we need to talk about your laptops

Samsung makes great devices, but it has never focused much on its laptops. The Notebook 9 Pen, which has a lot of potential, just doesn't feel like a device that had a lot of thought put into it.
Computing News
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Poll: Is AMD’s new APU fast enough to make a graphics card unnecessary?

We took a poll to see what PC gamers think of AMD's new Ryzen APUs. Is playing Overwatch at 30 frames per second good enough for you? Or is it worth saving up some cash for a new graphics card?
Computing News
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Joysticks on a mouse? Sure, put two on there! Lexip will test your dexterity

Lexip is a new gaming mouse that has two joysticks, on one each side. The Kickstarter project promises new ways of controlling your PC gaming experience.
Computing News
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Poll: Would you wear Intel’s new smartglasses in public?

Intel's new AR glasses look like ordinary glasses. But considering what happened with Google Glass, would you actually wear these in public? Take our poll and see what others think.
Computing News
Dell XPS 8930 Review

Video cards are so expensive, you’re better off buying an entire desktop PC

Thanks to cryptocurrency miners, it's harder than ever to get a GPU for your new PC. The good news is that Dell's new desktop PCs offer a different solution for getting into PC gaming -- and it's a whole lot cheaper.
Computing News
Dell XPS 8930 Review

Dell XPS 8930 review

We’re always looking for an affordable way to game. The Dell XPS 8930 is packing a GTX 1060 graphics card, meaning this unassuming desktop PC has a little more than meets the eye.
Computing Reviews
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Alexa, you’re great. But please stay away from my PC

Microsoft is bringing the Alexa voice assistant to Windows 10 PCs this year. But when you think about it, is that really a good thing?
Computing News
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The big PC trends from CES: Intel befriends AMD, monitors get massive, and more

The trends we saw from the show floor at CES 2018 have us both curious and excited about the future of computing.
Computing Products
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‘You gotta be patient.’ Why HTC keeps pushing VR forward, and what’s next

We sat down with an executive from HTC, Dan O'Brien, to talk all things Vive Pro, Vive Focus, and the future of VR.
Computing Features
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The Pimax 8K VR headset isn’t actually 8K, but it’s still pretty cool

Here at CES 2018, we tried out the new Pimax 8K VR headset. It's actually two 4K displays, but the experience is still pretty impressive.
Computing News
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High-end gaming comes to CES with MSI’s curved gaming monitors

MSI doubles down on high-end gaming gear at CES 2018 with the announcement of curved gaming monitors and more.
Computing News
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Watch Intel’s CES 2018 keynote here at 6:30 p.m. Pacific/9:30 p.m. Eastern

You can watch all of Intel's CES 2018 keynote here, which will be streamed online for all to see. Expect to hear about CPUs, Drones, and more!
Computing News
Lenovo Miix 630 Review

Lenovo has its own Qualcomm-powered 2-in-1 with the Miix 630

At CES 2018, Lenovo revealed its Qualcomm-powered PC, the Miix 630. The 2-in-1 is claimed to have 20 hours of battery and LTE connectivity.
Computing News
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Asus announces suite of new All-In-One desktops, mini PCs, and more

At CES 2018, Asus has unveiled a series of new desktop computers, covering the gamut of form factors from All-In-One desktops to mini PCs.
Computing News
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How to watch Nvidia’s CES 2018 press conference

Nvidia's press conference at CES 2018 begins on January 7 at 8pm PST. Stream it here to watch what the company announces live.
Computing News
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HP embraces USB-C with the new Chromebook 14 G5 and Chromebox G2

Before CES 2018, HP announced a series of new Chrome systems including an updated Chromebox with a Core i7 processor and the Chromebook 14 G5.
Computing News
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A metal chassis and new processor elevate Samsung’s new Notebook 7 Spin

Samsung's new Notebook 7 Spin is getting a processor update to Intel's 8th-gen processor, as well as an upgrade from plastic to metal.
Computing News
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The Dell XPS 13 just became the most anticipated laptop of CES 2018

Dell just dropped the details and photos of its new XPS 13 -- and the results look pretty exciting.
Computing News
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The 5 biggest computing trends to watch for at CES 2018

We look ahead at CES 2018 to anticipate the biggest trends in laptops, 2-in-1s, and virtual reality.
Computing Features
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