A modular Surface Studio could make for easy upgrades in the future
Microsoft may be exploring new ideas for its all-in-one Surface Studio desktop in the future, including one where users can easily upgrade important internal components through a modular design. Microsoft experimented with a modular design last week when it announced its latest Surface Hub 2 with swappable cartridges.
Razer’s new Sila router is primed to deliver lag-free gaming connections
The Sila is another tool that Razer is adding to a gamer's arsenal. The Razer Sila is a fast wireless router that complements the aesthetics of Razer's Blade laptops. The router ships with technology that promises fast connections. You can even link multiple Silas together to create your own mesh network.
Everything Microsoft unveiled at the October 2 Surface event
Microsoft announced hardware refreshes to its Surface lineup at an October 2 event in NYC. The company announced a Surface Pro 6, Laptop 2, and Studio 2 -- and surprised us with the Surface Headphones. Performance improvements and newer processors rather than radical redesigns were the focus.
Leaked Intel processor could help Google Pixel Slate dual-boot into Windows
Google may once again use Intel's chips inside its next-generation Pixel Slate tablet, which is slated to be announced this month. Leaked benchmark reveals that the device will come with some powerful internals, including a Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM, which could help with supporting Windows dual-booting.
Final leaks show black Surface Pro, Surface Laptop, and Surface Studio
In addition to the highly anticipated launch of the black Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, Microsoft may also offer color-coordinated accessories to match. A Best Buy listing hints that the Modern Mobile Wireless Mouse will also be available in black. Microsoft will kick off its event at 4 p.m. (ET) today in New York.
The Surface Pro will go back to black, Microsoft event listing confirms
A Microsoft event for New Zealand confirms that the Surface may soon be available in a new black hue. While Microsoft debuted the Surface RT and Surface Pro in black, the color was eventually phased out in recent years. But that's about to change, as "Surface goes back to Black," according to Microsoft.
The Oculus Quest’s competitor isn’t Rift or Vive. It’s the Nintendo Switch
Oculus may have been overly optimistic in its ‘quest’ for the perfect mobile VR headset. Despite claims that Oculus Quest may be able to deliver Rift-like experiences in a standalone wireless package, its less of a Rift replacement and more like the VR equivalent of Nintendo’s Switch.
Facebook’s latest security breach leaves 50 million accounts compromised
Facebook announced that it is beginning to investigate a security breach from earlier this week that may have left 50 million user accounts compromised. Law enforcement has been notified, and the security flaw has been patched. Facebook also forcibly logged out 90 million users as a precaution.
How to watch Microsoft’s Oct. 2 Surface event
Microsoft is widely expected to announce refreshes to its Surface PCs at its October 2 event in New York City. In addition to hardware, Microsoft could also use the venue to showcase the newest features that will arrive with the October 2018 Windows 10 Update. We'll show you how to tune in on October 2 to watch the event.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 joins the ray tracing future on October 17 for $499
If you're interested in Nvidia's ray tracing future, the RTX 2070 may be a more affordable bet than the flagship RTX 2080 Ti. Nvidia finally announced that the RTX 2070 will start shipping on October 17. The GPU starts at $499, but it's unclear if ray tracing games will be available when the RTX 2070 launches.
If your data is found on the dark web, Firefox Monitor will let you know
After several months of beta testing, Mozilla is finally launching its Firefox Monitor service to the general public. Firefox Monitor scans the dark web, and if it finds your email address or other credentials, the service will alert you. You don't have to use the Firefox browser either to use Firefox Monitor.
Chrome 69 logs you in without consent, but Google says it’s for your own good
After widespread criticism for how Chrome 69 behaves when users log into a Google service, Google was forced into updating its privacy policy. Google denies it made the changes to track its users, and that it is not automatically uploading your browser information whenever you log into a Google service on Chrome 69.
How Razer forged the Blade 15, the slim gaming laptop nobody else could build
Razer proved that the right balance of performance, minimalism, and strong build quality is what gamers want, and this year, the company ushered in a new design with the Blade 15. We visited Razer's San Francisco headquarters to talk with Razer about the Blade 15 and what inspired its design.
Google tells lawmakers it allows other apps access to your Gmail
In a letter obtained ahead of Google's scheduled appearance before lawmakers, the search giant says it allows other apps to read and share Gmail messages. These apps need the explicit permission of the users to have access, and Google claims that it will revoke access to users’ emails if apps misrepresent themselves.
Smart Reply not smart enough? Desktop Gmail users can soon opt out
Smart Reply is estimated to be used on some 10 percent of Gmail messages sent today. However, not all of Smart Reply's suggestions make sense, and Google will soon give desktop Gmail users who do not want an artificially intelligent robot to generate suggested responses the opportunity to opt out.
Wi-Fi vulnerability could allow attackers to steal your data on unencrypted sites
A 20-year-old security flaw in the design of the Wi-Fi standard and how computers communicate using the transmission control protocol could allow hackers to perform a web cache poisoning attack to steal your data and login information. This attack technique won't work with encrypted sites that use HTTPS and HSTS.
AT&T’s new 5G network could adopt tiered billing, including a gaming plan
AT&T is exploring different ways to charge and bill customers once it starts to deploy its 5G network. In addition to bundling 5G connectivity into Internet of Things devices, AT&T is also looking at a 5G plan that targets mobile gamers, exploiting the service's fast connection and low latency.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 vs. GTX 1080
Although Nvidia is heavily ray tracing on the GeForce RTX 2080, features like AI-enabled Deep Learning Super Sampling may bring more immediate benefits to gamers choosing between the RTX line and last generation's GTX 1080. We'll break down the features and compare how the two series stack up.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 vs. RTX 2080 Ti
Do you need Nvidia's flagship GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Founders Edition card, or will you be better served saving your money and going with a regular RTX 2080? You'll gain some performance with the Ti variant, but we recommend saving the $400 premium on other upgrades for your gaming system.
Microsoft may go back to black with 2018 Surface Pro and Surface Laptop
Black may be back this year for Microsoft. The Surface-maker is rumored to be making its refreshed Surface Pro detachable and Surface Laptop available in a black color option this year, and we'll likely learn more about the company's Surface hardware plans at a scheduled press event on October 2.
Security flaw on modern PCs could leave your encrypted data exposed
Cybersecurity researchers discovered that weaknesses in the firmware of modern PCs and Macs could allow hackers to revive the decade-old cold boot attack to steal sensitive data from your computer. However, to gain access to the exploit, hackers will need physical access to your device.
Privacy-focused browser Brave sues Google, claims breach of Europe’s GDPR rules
Privacy-focused Brave browser is filing a complaint against Google's ad practices for violating privacy protections under Europe's GDPR rules. The complaint is seen as a test case against the digital advertising industry, and at stake are fines of up to four percent of Google's global revenues.
U.S. Senate will hear Google, Apple testimony on data privacy this month
Apple, Google, and some of their largest peers in technology are scheduled to testify before Congress in a hearing on data privacy later this month. The Senate will touch on how tech firms collect and safeguard data in response to recently passed legislation in California and the European Union.
Refreshed MacBook Air and iPad Pro are absent from Apple’s website leak
Apple fans hoping to glimpse new iPad tablets and a refreshed MacBook may have to wait, as the tablet and notebook were nowhere to be found in Apple's website source code ahead of Apple's Gather Round event today. This likely means that neither the MacBook nor the iPad will be updated.
Verizon 5G Home promises gigabit internet speeds for as low as $50
With a three-month free trial and some freebies, Verizon 5G Home promises to bring up to gigabit internet speeds to your home for as little as $50 if you're a Verizon Wireless customer. There are no caps, and the speeds will make 5G Home competitive with Google Fiber and cable internet services.
AOC makes curved gaming displays more affordable with G1 series
If you're looking for a curved gaming display, you don't need to spend a fortune with AOC's new G1 curved series. The displays start at just $229, and screen sizes range between 24 inches to 32 inches. All these monitors come with 144Hz fast refresh rate, AMD FreeSync support, and 1ms MPRT.
Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 2060 might launch next year without ray tracing
Gamers looking to save a few bucks by waiting for Nvidia's GeForce RTX 2060 may in for some disappointment. Though unconfirmed by Nvidia, it's believed that the graphics card won't launch until next year, and when it debuts, it may lack the hallmark ray tracing capabilities of the RTX series.