If graphics cards don’t need it, what’s the point of PCIExpress 4?
AMD's Ryzen 3000 CPUs have a number of exciting benefits and the new X570 chipset is one of them. Although not strictly necessary to run the new chips, PCIE 4.0 support could be one good reason to upgrade, especially if you like to pack your system with add-in cards or want to make the most of your benchmark scores.
AMD RX 5700 XT vs. Nvidia RTX 2070: Spec comparison
In the upcoming battle of the Nvidia RTX 2070 vs. AMD RX 5700 XT, which do you think is going to win? Nvidia's long-standing card has been a popular choice among RTX gamers, but can it stand up to the latest competition from AMD? And will the upcoming "Super" reveal from Nvidia make it redundant?
What is augmented reality?
Augmented reality might often play second fiddle to virtual reality, but it's its own technology with its own exciting potential. What is augmented reality? It's the blending of the virtual and the real world in a mixed reality that could one day become the way we interact with digital entertainment.
Razer Blade Pro vs. MSI GS75 Stealth
Razer and MSI make some of the best gaming laptops in the world and two their best are the Razer Blade Pro and MSI GS75 Stealth. But if you're looking at one of those two for your next system, which should you buy? To find out, we pitted the Razer Blade Pro vs. MSI GS75 Stealth in a classic head to head.
WPA3, the third generation of Wi-Fi security, has one giant flaw: You
Wi-Fi security will get a lot better with WPA3, but it's not going to change things overnight. Even when all of the hardware and software has been upgraded to support it, there are still going to be some glaring problems. Hackers know the best way to break wireless security and it's usually through the user.
How the Mac Pro’s modular internals prophesy a new future for PC design
Apple's new Mac Pro upgrades the hardware for Mac desktop users considerably and has a number of unique features and options. As it has in the past though with its 'trashcan' miniature Mac Pro, could the new one inspire change in the PC industry, even if it's just the option of a cheese grater case?
Nvidia’s Super reveal might derail AMD’s RX 5000 debut at E3
Nvidia's teased Super graphics cards could be set for an official unveiling at the upcoming E3 show which is when we expect to see the lineup of AMD's new Navi-based RX 5000 GPUs officially revealed. Nvidia's new GPUs might counter that with increased RTX performance and reduced pricing, according to new rumors.
Intel vs. AMD at Computex 2019
Intel and AMD both had major product announcements at Computex 2019, but which did it best? Both companies have new CPU architectures, with exciting new potential and advancements on the graphics front that could make gaming more affordable and accessible, but there are some major differences in their approaches.
Dell breaks ground with first Intel 10nm Ice Lake CPUs in XPS laptops
Dell has refreshed most of its major laptop lines, including one of our favorites, the XPS 13 2-in-1. It packs a new Intel 10nm Ice Lake CPU, the first Dell has ever supported, but that's far from the whole picture. There are also new gaming laptops with RTX graphics, and new high-speed displays across the board.
Bored of aluminum and plastic? HP made a laptop out of wood that looks amazing
HP has announced new versions of its Envy, EliteBook, and Zbook notebooks, with options of new finishes in the form of wood and leather, and enhanced privacy protections. It's also pushed battery life to new heights, upgraded their internal hardware, and boosted connectivity with new LTE Advanced options.
HP embraces dock culture with new portable and mini-PC displays
HP's new line of monitors is designed to create a hot-swappable, multi-user display environment for modern offices and schools. They offer easy transitions between different hardware and even have a compartment built into the back to swap in miniature PCs from HP's own EliteDesk and ProDesk range.
Forget Ryzen and Navi, AMD’s biggest win at Computex was mindshare
AMD's Computex 2019 keynote speech was a seminal moment for the company. Along with major product announcements in the form of Ryzen 3000 processors and Navi RX 5000 graphics cards, CEO Lisa Su stated her firm intention for AMD to become a leader in major technology markets for many years to come.
Razer Blade Stealth (2019) vs. MacBook Pro
Apple and Razer make some of the most popular laptops in the world, but if you're trying to decide between a MacBook or a Blade, how do you pick? To try and make that an easier decision we pit the Razer Blade Stealth vs. MacBook Pro, comparing them on price, performance, and portability.
HP packs second screens, liquid metal, and RTX graphics in new Omen laptops
HP's new range of gaming laptops includes some unique specifics in the Omen range. Along with high-end RTX graphics, the new Omen X models offer a second screen for chat and media functions. It also has Thermal Grizzly's liquid-metal thermal interface material on the CPU for enhanced cooling.
Lenovo targets Hololens with ThinkReality enterprise augmented reality headset
Lenovo has a new augmented reality headset, called the ThinkReality A6, that combines midrange specs with an open and agnostic software platform that could see it compete directly with Microsoft's Hololens in the business space. The question is, can it break into the Microsoft-dominated mindshare?
Intel’s next-generation Comet Lake-S CPUs may need new motherboards
Intel's next-generation desktop CPUs, the 14nm Comet Lake-S chips, may require a new motherboard to support their new socket. That means that existing 300-series board owners will likely not be able to upgrade to the new CPU without changing their motherboard to a new 400-series model.
Vivaldi browser lights up your keyboard with Razer Chroma effects
Alongside some new additions to speed up access to your favorite sites, the latest version of Vivaldi is getting more colorful than ever. Vivaldi 2.5 can now integrate directly with Razer Chroma-enabled peripherals to sync lighting to match the websites you're visiting, no matter the color.
Election data is vulnerable. Microsoft’s open source software aims to fix that
Microsoft has a pair of new technologies that it hopes will make the next elections in the United States and abroad far more secure from outside meddling. They help secure important campaign data and could help create a new-generation of secure voting systems to better validate election results.
Russians don’t like the new internet censorship law, but it’s happening anyway
A new piece of internet legislation in Russia could make it possible for the government to cut off access to international web sites and services. Although the Kremlin claims that it's for defensive purposes only, detractors are concerned it could lead to new levels of censorship in the country.
Microsoft Azure Blockchain signs J.P. Morgan for Ethereum smart contract system
If you've wanted to run blockchain apps through the cloud but were wary of the complexities of integration, Microsoft is here to help. Its new Azure Blockchain Service streamlines ledger creation through the Ethereum Protocol and is already attracting major customers like J.P. Morgan and its Quorum platform.
Grab an AMD RX 580 for just $170 in Best Buy’s flash AMD sale
AMD graphics cards and CPUs have had their prices slashed once again as we near launches of AMD's next-generation products in each range. Best Buy is the latest to cut prices and it sees fantastic GPUs like the RX 580 cut to just $170, while the Ryzen 5 2600 is available for the exact same price.
Intel doubles down on 10nm in 2019, pledges to never have shortages again
Intel CEO Bob Swan has made a solemn pledge that Intel will no longer hold back its potential customers due to stock shortages of its mainstream CPUs. Intel will ramp up 14nm production and continue to improve 10nm yield as it launches the first line of Ice lake mobile products before the end of the year.
Intel’s 10nm desktop dreams may be dead — new road map pushes them beyond 2022
A leaked roadmap for Intel's future CPU generations suggests that the chip giant may not be able to launch a competitive, high-end 10nm desktop CPU until beyond 2022, with only a handful of low-power and mobile 10nm chips set to debut in the next few years at all. The rest will be its now-classic 14nm process.
Leaked memo: If your MacBook keyboard dies, Apple will fix or replace in one day
A leaked internal Memo at Apple has given some hope to MacBook owners with dodgy keyboards. Apple has now decreed that its Genius Bar employees prioritize keyboard repairs and replacements and even mandate that they be completed within one business day. It even shipped extra parts to all stores to help.
Lenovo Legion, IdeaPad gaming laptops sport 9th-gen CPUs and 16-series graphics
Lenovo's new line up of Legion and IdeaPad gaming laptops now come with the option of Intel ninth-generation CPUs, and a choice of Nvidia RTX 2000-series and GTX 1600-series graphics chips for high-powered gaming. Each also uses a new cooling system for quieter operation and greater overall performance.
AMD will launch anniversary edition Radeon VII and 2700X to celebrate 50th year
AMD is set to release two anniversary edition pieces of gaming hardware on April 29. The Radeon VII graphics card and Ryzen 2700X will come in special edition packaging and the GPU will even have a red shroud to celebrate this five decade milestone for the company. But will performance improve?
AMD’s 2020 Ryzen CPUs could have a big boost in power efficiency
AMD's next, next-generation CPUs, the Ryzn 4000 series expected to release in 2020, will be based on an iteration of the upcoming Zen 2 architecture, currently known as Zen 3. That 7nm Plus design will be created using a new lithography process which we're told could lead to solid gains in efficiency and power.