The new thin-bezeled Chromebooks from Asus won’t empty your wallet
Electronics company Asus has launched three new Chromebooks, featuring narrow bezels, Intel quad-core CPUs, and premium design. The three models come in 11.6-inch, 14-inch and 15.6-inch sizes, but remain affordable, stylish, and efficient with the same all day long battery life expected with ChromeOS.
Google is giving you more control of your search history and privacy
Google has long faced criticism for the way that it collects data, but the search engine giant is now adding in more ways for controlling for what is shared online. In a blog post today, Google announced that users now have more ways to control search history and privacy across desktop and mobile web.Â
Leak confirms new MacBook, Mac Mini, and iMac are incoming
A day after a delayed education order hinted at new MacBook models, another leak is seemingly confirming incoming new products from Apple. In the latest, new filings with the Eurasian Economic Commission provide new model numbers and hint at several new MacBook, Mac Mini, and iMac devices.
HP packs 20 hours of battery life and 4G LTE in redesigned Spectre x360 models
For the fall season, HP is introducing refreshed versions of the Spectre 13, Spectre 15, and also a new Elitebook X360 1040 G5. Some of the new devices come packed with options for 4G LTE Gigabit-class internet and others feature new and unique design elements and improved battery life.
A canceled education order is increasing hopes for new Macbook model
With Apple's October 30 event fast approaching, rumors continue to surface about new Macs and iPad models. Among the latest rumors, a canceled education order for the top-range MacBook Air is stoking hopes that Apple might be swapping orders for a MacBook with newer specs and a lower price.
Apple’s latest feature ensures MacOS apps are safer than ever
MacOS is mythically known for being more immune to viruses and other problems when compared to Windows, but that doesn't mean there isn't room to make the operating system safer. In the latest development, Apple is using an app notarization feature to protect users from downloading malicious apps.
Chrome 70 is now available and won’t automatically log you in to the browser
Google has launched Chrome version 70 on Windows, Mac, and Linux. The latest update introduces new Progressive Web App integrations on Windows 10, but also makes it so that you're no longer automatically logged in with your Google account when signing into any of the company's online services or apps.
These gloves will make virtual reality feel even more immersive
Virtual Reality can be a truly immersive experience, but a touch of an object in the virtual world doesn't quite equate to a physical touch you would expect. That is exactly what scientists from EPFL and ETH Zurich have worked to address with newly developed thin and light VR gloves.Â
Your ‘Do Not Track’ tool might be helping websites track you, study says
Data from a Forrester Research study shows that the "Do Not Track" features embedded in popular browsers are being ignored. Primarily due to tracking options being independently handled on a per-website basis, this opens up the possibility of consumers having their information picked up by specific ads on the web.
Updated Intel processor benchmarks still beat AMD Ryzen competitor, but by less
After some controversy surrounding Principled Technologies' testing of the Intel i9-9900K and AMD Ryzen 2700X processor, the benchmarking firm has published updated results. This time, the new testing shows things to be worse than before for Intel, with the AMD Ryzen 2700 X seeing better performance.Â
Intel stands by Core i9 benchmarks, testing company to seek more data
Benchmarking company Principle Technologies found itself in some controversy in its testing between AMD and Intel's latest ninth-generation chipsets. The firm will be retesting the processors and will address earlier issues which skewed results benchmarks toward Intel's latest processors.
Enjoy the internet anywhere with LTE on the new Samsung Chromebook Plus v2
Rumors have long hinted that Always-Connected Chromebooks were in the works, and Samsung confirmed today by officially revealing the new LTE connected Chromebook Plus V2. Available on November 2 for $600, this new device addresses the need that Chromebook users have for staying connected.
A monstrous 28-core Xeon leads Intel’s new processor lineup
Along with the new Core i9-9900K processor, Intel today also announced new high-end Xeon and Core X Series Processors. The new processors come packed with increased frequencies, and more cores and threads, perfect for developers and those creative types looking to get the full power of desktop PCs.
Dell’s XPS Tower, Alienware Aurora desktops get Intel 8-core 9th-gen processor
Dell's refreshed XPS Tower Special Edition and Alienware Aurora Desktops are coming packed with the much anticipated 9th-generation K-Series processors. This marks the first time that 8-core CPU configurations will be available on either of these desktops, with Core i5, i7, and i9 options also available.
iFixit meddles with a Mac, tests Apple’s block on third-party repairs
Leaked documents distributed to Apple's Authorized Service Providers show Apple is using new proprietary diagnostics software when repairing 2018 iMac Pro and MacBook Pro models. This locks out these products from repairs at third-party stores and forces owners with these models to get repairs at Apple.
AMD just confirmed its 7nm processor and graphics cards for CES 2019
AMD officially announced that it would be using CES 2019 as the opportunity to reveal more about their much-anticipated 7nm processors. AMD President and CEO Dr. Lisa Su will deliver a keynote address to reveal the chips, and the firm promises that it will "provide the power required to reach technology’s next horizon."
Are Android apps coming to your Windows laptop? It’s in the works
At the October 2nd event, Microsoft showcased a new ability which lets Windows 10 users mirror Android apps to Windows 10 PC.The feature is reportedly part of the Your Phone app and further helps in continuing things from a phone right on a PC.There is no clear release date as of yet.
Leak shows Intel’s Core i9-9900K comes in a cool 12-sided box, but costs $580
In the latest rounds of leaks, pricing and packaging for the Intel Core i9-9900k appeared on Amazon. The much-anticipated processor reportedly comes in a translucent dodecahedron shaped box, but still doesn't come with a cooler. It is somewhat pricey, but Intel is aiming to compete with AMD's expensive Ryzen processors.