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About João Carrasqueira

I've been covering the tech world for over 5 years, with a heavy focus on laptops and the Windows ecosystem. I also love all things tech and videogames, especially Nintendo, which I'm always happy to talk about.

What was your first computer?

It's been a long time, but I remember having an old Compaq desktop PC running Windows XP, which was the family computer in my house. It had a 20GB hard drive and, if my memory serves, 512MB of RAM, yet it allowed me to play some of the games I remember most fondly, such as Rollcage and Lego Racers.

How long have you been interested in technology?

I've been interested in tech for as long as I can remember, whether it's computers or phones. I'd always look for ways to enhance the performance of my computer or try new versions of Windows, and I joined the Windows Insider Program the day the first build was released.

What tech products or categories are you most passionate about?

I love all things tech, and Windows has always been my home, so both software and hardware are things that interest me deeply. I'm also a huge fan of console gaming, with a big focus on Nintendo, whose games have a level of charm that most other companies don't replicate, despite their lesser technical prowess.

Latest Articles

ZenBook 17 Fold OLED unveil
ASUS is making a foldable Windows 11 tablet, the Zenbook 17 Fold OLED

ASUS has anounced its first-ever foldable PC, the ZenBook 17 Fold OLED, with a 17.3-inch foldable display and a high-end specs.

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ASUS has announced the first foldable PC after Intel introduced a new Evo specification specifically for foldables earlier this week. Called the ZenBook 17 Fold OLED, this is a powerful ultrabook featuring a foldable 17.3-inch OLED panel and the latest Intel hardware.

Lenovo Yoga 9i in convertible mode
Lenovo's 2022 Yoga laptops come with 12th-gen Intel P-series processors

With CES 2022 well underway, Lenovo has introduced refreshes of its popular Yoga convertible laptops with taller screens and new CPUs.

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With many announcements already out of the way for CES 2022, Lenovo today announced the latest generation of its Yoga convertible laptops. This includes the new Intel-powered Yoga 9i and Yoga 7i, now featuring 12th-generation processors, as well as the AMD-based Yoga 6. Of course, the new processors are some of the biggest news, but that's not all.

ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2022)
ASUS ROG launches new gaming laptops and peripherals at CES 2022

At CES 2022, ASUS announced a plethora of gaming laptops and peripherals under its ROG brand. The laptops come with the latest high-end specs.

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The floodgates have opened and there's a ton of announcements coming out of this year's CES. ASUS ROG has unleashed a wealth of new gaming laptops, monitors, and more at CES 2022.

2022 MSI laptops
MSI announces new gaming and creator laptops at CES 2022

At CES 2022, MSI unveiled a wealth of laptops getting refreshed with Intel's new 12th-generation processors and upgraded NVIDIA graphics.

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With CES 2022 about to begin, MSI has introduced its latest laptops for gamers and content creators alike. The new laptops come with new Intel processors and improved NVIDIA graphics, along with some other improvements. MSI touts up to 40% higher CPU performance in its new laptops, no doubt thanks to the new 12th-generation Intel Core processors. For graphics, the laptops come with NVIDIA's new Ti graphics card including the top-tier RTX 3080 Ti laptop GPU, which promises higher performance than a desktop Titan RTX.

Microsoft Qualcomm AR chip announcement
Microsoft and Qualcomm are working together on a chip for AR headsets

Qualcomm has announced an expanded partnership with Microsoft to develop a new chip for next-generation lightweight AR headsets.

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Microsoft and Qualcomm are working together on a next-generation chip for augmented reality (AR) headsets, Qualcomm announced today. The new platform also comes with support for both of the companies' AR and mixed reality platforms, Microsoft Mesh and Snapdragon Spaces, bringing the two technologies together for the first time.

Acer Predator Helios 300
Acer announces new Predator and Nitro PCs and monitors at CES 2022

Acer has announced a wealth of new gaming PCs and monitors for 2022 as part of its Predator and Nitro brands. They come with upgraded specs.

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It's CES 2022 time, and that means new hardware and software announcements are plentiful today. Acer has joined the fray with an array of new gaming PCs and monitors from its Predator and Nitro lines for 2022. The announcements include both desktop PCs, laptops, and monitors, so let's dive in.

Acer's new Swift X 2022 model comes with Intel Arc graphics

Acer has announced the 2022 models of its Swift X laptops, including one with Intel's new Arc GPU. There are also new Aspire AiO PCs.

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Acer has announced new Swift X laptops and Aspire C-series all-in-one PCs at CES 2022. The new devices come with the 12th-generation Intel processors, as well as upgraded NVIDIA graphics for most models. The exception is the Acer Swift X 16-inch model, which comes with Intel's long-awaited Arc GPU.

HP announces new Z workstations and professional monitors for 2022

HP has announced new workstations and monitors under its Z brand for 2022, including the ZBook Firefly G9 and Z2 Mini G9.

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At CES 2022, HP has announced a handful of devices aimed at creative professionals under its Z brand. This includes the 2022 models of the HP ZBook Firefly G9 mobile workstations, the Z2 Mini G9 desktop workstation, and a couple of new monitors.

HP ENVY Desktop PC on a desk next to a monitor
HP announces new Envy desktop PC and webcam monitors at CES 2022

Ahead of this year's CES, HP has announced the 2022 Envy Desktop PC, along with a pair of monitors featuring 5MP webcams for video chats.

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With CES 2022 about to start, HP has announced a new Envy Desktop PC for 2022, promising high-end performance and an easily upgradeable design if you want even more down the line. Additionally, HP also announced a pair of monitors with built-in webcams to make it easier for family and friends to stay in touch remotely.

Razer refreshes the Blade lineup for 2022 with new CPUs and GPUs

Razer has announced the 2022 refresh of its Razer Blade models, adding new CPUs, GPUs, plus Full HD webcam in all three sizes.

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It's CES time, and with it Razer is announcing the new 2022 versions of all its major Blade laptops - the Blade 14, 15, and 17. These new models come with refreshed internals across the board, including new processors from AMD (for the Blade 14) and Intel (for the Blade 15 and 17). There are also new GPU options from NVIDIA plus some other improvements, but the overall design and features are mostly unchanged.

AMD Ryzen 7000 processor
AMD shows off Ryzen 7000 desktop processor with new AM5 platform

AMD has teased its next-generation of desktop processors, called Ryzen 7000 series, featuring a new socket design for the AM5 platform.

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During its product premiere earlier today, AMD announced a ton of Ryzen and Radeon products for laptops and desktops. All the new processors launching in the next couple of months are based on Zen 3 or the new Zen 3+ cores, but AMD ended things off with a teaser for Zen 4, just as previously reported. AMD showed an unspecified Ryzen 7000 series processor featuring a brand-new design.

HP EliteBook 865 G9
HP announces new AMD-powered ProBook and EliteBook G9 laptops

HP has announced a refresh of its AMD-powered business laptops, the ProBook and EliteBook G9 series, with 16:10 screens and new processors.

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Ahead of CES 2022, HP has announced the latest update to the AMD-powered versions of the EliteBook and ProBook business laptops. HP is refreshing a good chunk of its lineup, including the EliteBook 805 and 605 G9 series, the ProBook 405 G9 series, and the Pro x360 G9. That covers all sorts of price points so there's something for everyone here.

Best Xbox Series X, S, and Xbox One Games in 2023

Whether you’ve just picked up an Xbox Series X/S, or you’re an Xbox One gamer, we’ve got you covered. We’ve listed 20+ games you must play!

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WSATools installing Outlook for Androidon Windows 11
WSATools will let you backup your Android apps on Windows 11

WSATools, an app for managing Android apps on Windows 11, is soon getting a new feature that lets you backup and restore your apps and data.

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WSATools, a fan-developed app for installing Android apps on Windows 11, will soon allow you to backup all your Android apps and restore them easily. This makes it easier to set up if you need to reinstall the Windows Subsystem for Android for whatever reason.

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Best laptops with USB-C charging in 2023

If you are looking for the best laptops that offer charging via USB-C, then you have come to the right place. Check out our recommendations!

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Despite having a name like Universal Serial Bus, USB ports haven't always been that universal. With different sizes and capabilities for different devices, it was only when USB Type-C came around that we started getting closer to a truly universal connector. These days, pretty much every non-Apple smartphone comes with USB Type-C port for charging, but what about your laptop? One of the big benefits of a universal port is that you can use one charger for all your devices, so it makes total sense to want a laptop that supports USB-C charging.

An AMD Ryzen processor hero image
AMD's Zen 4 Ryzen processors will be unveiled at CES 2022

AMD is set to reveal some details about its Zen 4-based Ryzen processors at CES 2022, but a full launch may not happen until later.

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AMD is apparently set to reveal the next generation of Ryzen processors based on the Zen 4 architecture at the upcoming CES 2022, which is set to happen right at the start of the year despite most companies backing out of a physical attendance. The information was confirmed by AMD CTO Mark Papermaster in an interview with Forbes (via Digital Trends), who said that "some" products will be at CES, but more will be revealed throughout the year.

Samsung PM1743 SSD
Samsung announces PCIe 5 SSD with speeds up to 13,000 MB/s

Samsung is set to be one of the early adopters of PCIe Gen 5, with the recently-announced PM1743 SSD with speeds up to 13,000 MB/s.

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Samsung has announced its first PCIe Gen 5 SSD for enterprise customers, the PM1743, which is also one of the first PCIe 5.0 SSDs in general. With the launch of Intel's Alder Lake desktop processors, PCIe Gen 5 is now available to the general public, and adoption is only going to increase as more processors add support for it. But Samsung is one of the first to jump aboard the train.

intel logo
Intel employees without a COVID-19 vaccine will be put on unpaid leave

Intel is going ahead with its COVID-19 vaccine requirements for employees as a result of legal mandates for federal contractors.

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Intel has begun warning employees that they have to get a COVID-19 vaccine before January 4th in order to keep working at the company. As reported by The Oregonian, Intel workers who refuse to get vaccinated without getting an exemption will be on unpaid leave starting in April.

Woman sitting in front of LG DualUp monitor connected to a laptop
LG's new DualUp monitor is like having two monitors on top of each other

LG has announced a pair of new monitors ahead of CES 2022, including one with a tall 16:18 aspect ratio called the DualUp monitor.

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LG is back at it with its pre-CES announcements, this time introducing a pair of new premium monitors, mostly geared towards creative professionals. The two new displays are the LG UltraFine Display (32UQ85R) and the new DualUp Monitor (28MQ780), and of the two, the latter is definitely the more unique one.

O&O App Buster showing details of an app
O&O App Buster makes it easy to remove pre-installed Windows 11 apps

Got a new PC but it's already full of apps you don't need? O&O App buster makes it easier to remove Windows 11 apps you don't need.

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Have you ever booted up a brand-new laptop only to find that it has a ton of apps you don't need pre-installed? Chances are you have, and this is a problem that's become all the more noticeable with Windows 10 and 11 PCs. To address that, German developer O&O developed an app called App Buster which makes it easy to uninstall just about any app preinstalled on your Windows 10 or 11 system.

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