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The new Surface tablets succeed at failing to give consumers what they want

Microsoft's has announced the Surface 2 and Surface 2 Pro, its new pair of in-house tablets. Does the new Surface lure consumers away from the iPad?
Computing News
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Windows 8.1 is all improvements, little innovation

Windows 8.1 is a sign that Microsoft does care about user feedback, but does the company know how to resolve the chasm between Metro UI and the desktop?
Computing News

Transformers galore: Asus shows off an armada of convertible tablet-laptops

ASUS has announced the Transformer T100. Equipped with the latest Intel Atom processor, the T100 offers up to 11 hours of battery, but starts at just $349.
Computing News
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How ‘Minecraft’ is shaping the future of touch interfaces

The iPad and 'Minecraft' are both revolutionaries that have a common trait responsible for their success – and hints at the future of computing.
Tablets Computing
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Ballmer’s out. Now who’s in, and how are they going to fix Microsoft?

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer is retiring. Why is he leaving, who might replace him, and is this good for Microsoft - or another nail in the coffin?
Computing Features
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Discs are dying! How to live without a CD or DVD drive in your laptop

Your next computer may not have a disc drive, but that doesn't mean you can't use your old CD or DVDs. You just need to learn a few simple tricks.
Computing Guides
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Have Intel’s new Haswell processors really stretched battery life?

Intel has claimed that its new Core processors would improve battery life by up to 50 percent. Has this promise been kept, or do 4th-gen laptops disappoint?
Computing News
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Quit bragging and put away the ruler: Gigantic tablets are absolutely worthless

New all-in-one/tablet crossovers have appeared, impressing consumers with huge displays. Don't be fooled! These plus-sized tablets must be avoided.
Tablets Computing
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Why your smartphone won’t be your next PC

Smartphones won't replace PCs, not just because phones are too slow, but also because they can't do anything better than a laptop or tablet.
Computing News
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Don’t want to wait for Windows 8.1? Here’s how to install Preview today

Don't want to wait until Windows 8.1 is released this fall? Here's how to download and install Microsoft's Windows 8.1 Preview today.
Computing Reviews

The newbie’s keyboard and mouse guide

Touchscreens are cool, but the ole' keyboard and mouse still dominates. Here's everything the average user needs to know when buying each.
Computing Guides
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Can a tablet replace your laptop? We used an iPad for three months to find out

Have tablets matured enough to become a true threat to PCs? To find out we purchased an iPad and used it as a laptop replacement for three months.
Tablets Computing

MadCatz catches a pair of adjustable mice at CES

MadCatz expands its line of fully adjustable mice with two new products that feature low-power Bluetooth and a mind-boggling array of buttons.
Computing News
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Haswell is here, but is it the right time to buy a new laptop or tablet?

Some desktops, and most laptops, won't receive a 4th-gen Intel Core processor until later this year. Is the wait worthwhile, or should consumers buy now?
Computing News
Is the Xbox One pretty much a PC

The Xbox One is a PC in console’s clothing. Here’s why it matters

The Xbox One isn't just a game console – it's PC hardware running a Windows kernel. This combo could revolutionize computing – if Microsoft lets it.
Computing News

Lenovo announces ThinkPad Helix and IdeaPad Yoga 11S convertibles

Lenovo's launching two new convertible Ultrabooks: an update to its IdeaPad Yoga, and the all new ThinkPad Helix that also doubles as a Windows 8 tablet.
Computing News

Build 2013 report card: Microsoft passes, but just barely

With Build 2013 almost over, and the keynotes done, here's how we score Microsoft's response to three critical issues that trouble its future in computing.
Computing News

Windows 8.1 updates store, improves app promotion

The state of the Windows 8 app marketplace is getting a refreshing update.
Computing News
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Hi-res screens and 2-in-1s dominate at Computex 2013, Windows RT struggles on

2-in-1 computers that combine tablets and laptops, the 4k laptop displays, and the fall of Windows RT; these and other trends dominated Computex 2013.
Computing News
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AMD launches new ‘Richland’ A-Series desktop APUs to combat Haswell

AMD wasn't going to let Intel have all the fun. Announced today, Richland, like Haswell, is an evolutionary improvement of existing processor technology.
Computing News
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Nvidia launches new GeForce GTX 700M series mobile GPUs

Gamers have been waiting for Nvidia to unwrap its GTX 700M mobile GPUs for a while. Now, just days before Haswell’s launch, that moment has finally come.
Computing News
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Wake up, Apple! 5 much-needed upgrades we want in the next MacBook Air

Intel is about to release new processors, which means an update to the MacBook Air is likely. Here's what we hope to see when Tim Cook reveals the new Air.
Computing News
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Dear Apple: Please make these 4 upgrades to the next MacBook Pro, ‘K, thanks

A refresh of the Macbook Pro in June of 2013 seems likely. What features should Apple include in the next Pro, and what features will we probably see?
Computing News
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AMD reveals next-gen processors for tablets and laptops, but can they compete with Haswell?

AMD has revealed its new mobile APU line which covers everything from tablets to workstation laptops. Can these parts give the company a chance Intel?
Tablets Computing

Windows 8 Start menu apps showdown: What’s the best way to get your Start menu back?

There are numerous Windows 8 start menu replacements to choose from. Which is best? We've tested three options to help you pick the best for your desktop.
Computing News

Intel offers more details about Haswell’s integrated graphics

Intel revealed more about integrated graphics in its Haswell processors. Desktops may be up to 3x faster, but Ultrabooks will see just modest improvement.
Computing News

Why Free-to-Play is a fad

The free-to-play model is just another model, and one that will fade away sooner or later.
Gaming News
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AMD wrestles the Nvidia Titan with new Radeon 7990 dual-GPU graphics card

AMD aims for the crown with the Radeon HD 7990, a dual-GPU card boasting 6GB of GDDR5 RAM and four times more power than the Sony PlayStation 4.
Computing News
What the laptop can learn from the tablet

What the laptop can learn from the tablet (and why it better do it soon)

Tablets have grown into a fierce competitor for traditional PCs. Laptops must learn the lessons taught by tablets to fight back their cheaper tablet rivals.
Tablets Computing

Razer shockingly honors erroneous 90-percent-off discount code

Razer has announced it will honor a coupon code that let buyers save up to 90 percent on the UK Razerzone website, though orders may take a while to ship.
Computing News

Toshiba adds touch to the Satellite 845t ultrabook

Toshiba reveals the Satellite 845t, a refreshed touchscreen ultrabook boasting an affordable price tag.
Computing News
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How to install Windows 8 on a Mac

If you’re a Mac owner curious to give Windows 8 a whirl but can't afford a new PC, follow our guide to find out just how easy it is to install Windows 8 on a Mac.
Computing Guides

How To Master Google Search

Learn how to how-to increase the effectiveness of your Google searches and let the search engine do most of the work for you.
Computing
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Would an Android laptop be worth buying? Probably not

Rumors say Google wants to unify its two disparate operating systems with a laptop that runs Android alone. Would the resulting laptop be worth your money?
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Is Ubuntu really the promised land for Windows 8 refugees?

Ubuntu turned Linux from an arcane, difficult OS into software most users can understand. Do users angry about Windows 8 finally have a real alternative?
Computing News
Can a $50 mini PC replace your desktop We tested 3 of them to find out

Can a $50 mini PC replace your desktop? We tested 3 of them to find out

Mini PCs small enough to fit in your pocket can be purchased for as little as $35, but can they really be used like a desktop computer?
Computing Guides
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If Google is going to be a defacto monopoly, it needs to start acting like one

Google should respond to its growth with a sense of public responsibility and accountability. Instead, Google is becoming deaf to outside voices.
Computing News
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What we learned from building our $500 Steam Box

Building our own Steam Box gave us insight into why the idea has merit. But capable as it is, our system will pale in comparison to upcoming consoles.
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