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Oculus Rift

Oculus room-scale software moves from ‘experimental’ to fully supported

Version 1.15 of the Oculus Rift software moves room-scale support from "experimental" to fully supported status.
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AMD's Vega likely to make an appearance at upcoming Computex press event

AMD announces press event on May 31 at Computex, where it is expected that its Vega next-generation GPU architecture will be revealed.

High-end laptop Shootout: Microsoft Surface Laptop vs. Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch

Microsoft decided to take a more traditional approach with the Surface Laptop, but how does it compare to Apple's high-end machine?
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Windows 10 Fall Creators Update will let you time travel and copy-paste anywhere

The next major Windows 10 version, Fall Creators Update, will bring the Fluent Design System and robust cross-platform support.
Microsoft Build

Want to hear the latest from Microsoft Build 2017? Watch the keynote here!

If you're interested in following along with Microsoft Build 2017, you can watch it right here. The day two keynote starts at 8:30AM Pacific.
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Nvidia achieves massive increase in AI computing power with Volta and Tesla V100

Nvidia has announced the Volta GPU architecture and Tesla V100 data center GPU, promising massive increases in AI computing power.
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Intel AMT firmware suffers security flaw even when machines are off

A flaw exists in Intel vPro firmware that allows attackers to bypass AMT authentication and gain remote access to machines.
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HP Elitebook X360 G2 review

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Microsoft’s day one Build keynote focuses on Cortana, Visual Studio, and intelligent cloud

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Can’t wait for a new Microsoft Surface Pro? HP’s upcoming Elite x2 might be for you

HP unveiled the Elite x2 1012 G2, its second-generation business-oriented detachable tablet with advanced security and management features.
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Developers now have more ways to create great solutions with Microsoft Office 365

Microsoft announced new ways for developers to build solutions around the company's Office 365 productivity service.
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Microsoft invites Insiders to discover what’s new in OneNote for Windows 10

Microsoft is inviting Office Insiders to find the new features in the latest Insider version of OneNote for Windows 10.
Hard Drive Wipe

Backblaze’s hard drive reliability data helps you choose a long-lasting option

Backblaze published its report on hard disk drive (HDD) statistics for the first quarter of 2017, including four years of data on 82,516 HDDs.
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Researchers are using neural networks to get better at reading our minds

Researchers are using neural networks to extract more accurate information from brain scans, to get better at reading our minds.
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Windows 10, mixed reality and AI to take the spotlight at Microsoft Build 2017

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Google finds Windows vulnerability, calls it ‘crazy bad’

Google's Project Zero has uncovered a Windows vulnerability it calls the "worst in recent memory," and Microsoft now has 90 days to fix it.
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MSI gives sneak peek at bundle of gaming notebooks, desktops, and components

There's a handful of updated notebooks, some new motherboards, and VR components coming soon from MSI that should appeal to just about every type of gamer.
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Comcast Xfinity xFi dashboard simplifies managing a home Wi-Fi network

Comcast introduces Xfinity xFi, a new management dashboard that makes managing a Wi-Fi network easier for the company's internet customers.
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MSI and SteelSeries RGB lighting systems can now work together to keep everything in sync

MSI and SteelSeries partner to allow their RGB lighting systems to remain in sync, starting with MSI's Z270 Gaming Pro Carbon motherboard.
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Nvidia shows off its multi-user VR system at GPU Technology Conference

Nvidia has introduced a multi-user virtual reality proof-of-concept aimed at allowing multiple users experience the same VR environment.
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Snake, the latest MacOS malware, makes its way over from Windows

A new MacOS malware attack has been identified, and this one bypasses the Gatekeeper function and installs backdoor files on MacOS machines.
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Latest Windows 10 Insider build improves Edge PDF viewer (and other stuff)

Microsoft released Windows 10 Insider build 16188 today, with new Edge PDF features, additional enterprise browser security, and more.
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Cortana for Samsung preview app hints at even more customized Galaxy S8/S8+ Microsoft Edition

Microsoft launched a "Cortana for Samsung" app in the Google Play store, apparently headed for its Galaxy S8/S8 Plus Microsoft Edition.
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Google quickly disables phishing scheme, but vulnerability remains

A Google Docs phishing scheme hit the internet that used Google's own authentication system to gain access to private information.

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop is a Trojan horse to sneak Windows 10 S into your life

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The Asus ROG Maximus IX Extreme Z270 motherboard is available for $630

The Asus ROG Maximus IX Extreme Z270 motherboard builds in water cooling and supports all of the latest and greatest PC technology.
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Google wants users running Chrome 64-bit, starts automatically upgrading

Google starts automatically upgrading Chrome installations to the 64-bit versions on compatible machines, starting with version 58.
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Henge Docks announces new solutions for limited MacBook Pro connectivity

Henge Docks has introduced a new line of docking stations that aim to make unplugging your MacBook Pro and running out the door a less frustrating affair.
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LG now has a 42.5-inch display that’s optimized for multitasking

LG has been at the forefront of companies offering high-resolution displays, and now has a high-resolution option with its LG 43UD79-B
Microsoft Oct Event

Microsoft introduces Windows 10 S, education-focused competitor to Chrome OS

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Microsoft serves up the sleek Surface Laptop, its first traditional notebook

Microsoft introduces the Surface Laptop, a thin and light clamshell device aimed at the Apple MacBook for college students.
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Acer introduces the TravelMate Spin B1, a Windows 10 S convertible for education

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5 cutting-edge trends that defined (and revived) the PC in 2016

Linksys Velop review

Linksys Velop mesh gets bridge mode, routers score new parental controls

Linksys updates Velop mesh network system with new bridge mode, adds parental control features to all App-Enabled routers.