Acer Aspire M5-583P-6428 Review
The Aspire M5 has always been a strong choice for buyers on a budget, and now it’s among the first inexpensive laptops to receive Intel’s 4th-gen processors. Does the new hardware give Acer an edge, or is it just a minor improvement?
Sony Vaio Pro 13 review
The Sony Vaio Pro 13 is a spiritual successor to the long-running Vaio Z-Series, a system famous for its exotic features and incredible price. Does this replacement still have the magic, or has it become another bland, boring PC?
The Windows 8 Match Game: Which device best fits your workplace personality type?
What computer best fits your personality? Is it a Windows 8 tablet, hybrid, or laptop? We've found the right device for you based on how you really work.
Take it easy on those price cuts, Microsoft. You’re starting to look desperate
Microsoft has unveiled a ton of different promotional sales and incentives lately for its Windows Surface line of tablets. Is this a bad sign?
Microsoft’s Windows Store reaches 100,000 apps, still trying to catch up with competition
Microsoft announced its Windows Store has reached the 100,000 app milestone. But, the company still has a long way to go to catch up to Apple and Google.
256GB Microsoft Surface Pro coming to America today, today, today, today, today [Updated]
An eagle-eyed shopper noticed the 256GB model of the Microsoft Surface Pro, the Windows 8 flagship tablet, on CDW's site with a price tag of $1,200.
Way to rate, Windows 8! Microsoft’s new OS finally passes Vista in market share
A new analyst report from Net Applications' NetMarketshare tracker says that Windows 8 has finally surpassed Vista in market share.
Microsoft aims to increase Surface tablet sales through business resellers
Microsoft's Surface tablet is ready for business. The company partners with business-friendly resellers and launches a program to fund business app dev.
Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11S Review
Lenovo’s Yoga 11S is a pint-sized version of the successful Yoga 13. Downsizing has required the sacrifice of performance, but promises better battery life along with a lower price tag. But can this budget convertible match the quality of its big brother?
Lenovo ThinkPad Helix Review
Lenovo’s ThinkPad Helix is the most versatile, well-designed convertible Windows 8 device we’ve seen yet, but it’s heavy for an 11-inch Ultrabook. And while battery life is good, it will likely get better with an expected Haswell CPU refresh.
Samsung Ativ Book 5 Review
The Ativ Book 5 is Samsung’s entry into the competitive mid-range Ultrabook market. Though sturdy and pleasing to use, alternatives are everywhere, and most are less expensive. Can Samsung justify the premium, or should buyers pass on this system?
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.
The Silence of Windows RT: How Microsoft’s plot to kill the desktop was thwarted
Windows RT appears to be dead. With sales floundering, no devices on the horizon, and the lack of any direct mention at its Build keynote, Microsoft has acknowledged that people don't like the restrictive version of its new operating system. But is it gone for good?
Windows 8.1 Preview hands on: Microsoft tackles W8 issues, but does it score?
Microsoft finally released its Windows 8.1 preview. We got some hands-on time with the new OS, but does it fix all the problems we have with Windows 8?
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?
Windows 8 finally gets its official Facebook app
At the Microsoft Build conference, CEO Steve Ballmer announced that an official Facebook app is on the way to Windows 8.
Hands On: Samsung challenges the Surface Pro with Ativ Tab 3, ‘world’s thinnest tablet’
Touted as 'the world's thinnest tablet,' at 8.2mm thin, the Samsung Tab 3 is perfect for S Pen fans looking for a laptop-like tablet that can run full Win8.
Hands on: Samsung’s Ativ Q plays cupid with Android and Windows 8
Samsung has announced the Ativ Q, a convertible tablet/laptop, which uses both Android and Windows 8 operating systems. We got the chance to demo the machine at Samsung's London launch party.
World’s thinnest Windows 8 tablet, the Samsung ATIV Tab 3, debuts in London
Samsung just released the ATIV Tab 3, the world's thinnest tablet. This 10-inch tablet weighs a mere 1.21 pounds but runs the full version of Windows 8.
Vevo launches Windows 8 app ahead of Microsoft Build conference
As one of the apps to be showcased at Microsoft's Build conference, the free Vevo app for Windows 8 is optimized for larger displays, touch, and Snap mode.
Windows Store 2.0: Windows 8.1 will feature fixes to messy store interface
The upcoming Windows 8.1 OS upgrade will feature some key changes to the Windows Store interface. Windows Store 2.0 will be much more user friendly.
Asus ViVoPC specs revealed, can hold up to 16GB of RAM
Taiwanese-based computer company Asus reveals specifications for its ViVoPC mini PC that was unveiled in short detail at this year's Computex event.
HP claims Windows XP’s downfall will boost PC sales
Though analysts blame Windows 8 for a steady decline in PC sales, HP feels that the ending Windows XP support will cause an upturn for the PC Market.
7-inch Windows 8 Bay Trail tablet from Inventec unveiled at Computex
Inventec unveils its own 7-inch Windows 8 tablet codenamed Lyon at Computex 2013. The tablet features a Bay Trail chip and a 1280 x 800 IPS screen.
Dell XPS 18 Review
How would you like an 18-inch tablet? Perhaps that sounds crazy, but it’s what Dell offers with its XPS 18 all-in-one hybrid PC. This do-it-all system is meant to replace both your desktop and your iPad, but the size (and price) set up hurdles you many not want to leap.
Microsoft will ship ‘small’ Windows 8 tablets with free copy of Office 2013
At Computex 2013, Microsoft announced that "small" Windows 8 tablets will ship with a free copy of its popular Office Home and Student 2013 package.
Microsoft cuts Windows RT price, hoping to spur sales
Microsoft is dropping the vendor price for Windows RT, but it doesn't seem to help the company's identity crisis.
Acer Aspire Z3 all-in-one debuts with 23-inch touchscreen, Harman Kardon speakers
Acer introduced the Aspire Z3 23-inch all-in-one today with a 1920x1080 full HD touchscreen display that's large enough for gaming and to double as a TV.
Asus’ crazy new Transformer Book Trio is a tablet/laptop/desktop hybrid running both Android and Windows 8
Asus has a new device which should offer the best of all worlds in a single product, as the Transformer Book Trio is a tablet/laptop/desktop all-on-one hybrid, which runs both Android and Windows 8. Yes, really.
Acer to launch $400 Android-running AiO PC [Updated]
The Acer AiO PC concept bursts onto the scene with an Android operating system, an ARM processor, and a very affordable $400 price tag.
How to unlock (jailbreak) your Windows RT device
Windows RT is a new ARM-flavored edition of Windows, and Microsoft has locked a lot of potential inside of it. Thankfully there's a way to free your device.
It’s true! Windows Start button’s return confirmed in Windows 8.1 screen shots
We've been hearing a lot of rumors around Microsoft's latest OS update, Windows 8.1. Today, Paul Thurrott confirmed the Start button will be coming back.
Hands on: Toshiba’s Portégé Z10t is a mini but mighty Ultrabook
Toshiba's Portege Z10t is designed for business, but it has a lot of the features mainstream consumers wish they could get on an Ultrabook or tablet hybrid.
Lenovo teases Yoga 11S Ultrabook with artsy new commercial
Lenovo collaborates with THE SILHOUETTES dance company to show off the flexible Yoga 11S: the Windows 8-running, mini-Ultrabook due in stores June 23.