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iPad Mini 6 announced with new design, colors, Touch ID, 5G, Pencil support and more
Apple has announced the iPad Mini 6th generation, featuring an A15 Bionic chipset, 5G support, USB Type-C, and more. You can order it today.
During its special event today, Apple announced the latest generation of the iPad Mini, the 6th one in the family. This is a pretty major update for the iPad Mini, bringing a new design, new colors, and plenty of new features including 5G support.
Razer has a new Wolverine V2 Chroma controller for Xbox and PC
Razer has launched the Wolverine V2 Chroma controller for Xbox, adding RGB lighting, more customizable buttons, and swappable thumstick caps.
Razer has launched the new Wolverine V2 Chroma controller for Xbox consoles and PC. As the name suggests, this is a new version of the Wolverine V2 controller with support for customizable Chroma lighting. However, that's not the only thing that's new in this version, and it's overall a more customizable and capable controller.
Xbox Cloud Gaming and Remote Play are now available on Windows PCs
Microsoft has announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming and Remote Play are both available for everyone on the Xbox app for Windows 10 and 11.
If you've been wanting to play Xbox games on your Windows PC, today is your day. Microsoft has announced that Xbox Cloud Gaming and Remote Play are both available starting today in the Xbox app for Windows 10 and 11.
AMD Radeon Software 21.9.1 adds support for Windows 11
AMD has updated its Radeon Software to add official support for Windows 11, as well as an Auto Overclock feature on supported hardware.
Today, AMD released a new version of its graphics driver and Radeon Software with support for Windows 11. The latest update, version 21.9.1, also adds support for a new auto overclocking feature on the latest AMD hardware.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme: Everything you need to know
The ThinkPad X1 Extreme is Lenovo's most powerful business laptop, featuring 11th-gen Intel vPro processors and high-end NVIDIA graphics.
When it comes to business laptops, few brands are as iconic as Lenovo's ThinkPad lineup. The classic black look, the red accents, and features like the pointing stick make each ThinkPad instantly recognizable. But as the PC market has evolved, new form factors have showed up, and the lineup has had to adapt to target each of those markets. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme is one of those laptops that was created to respond to specific market needs, in particular those who want the absolute best performance in a laptop that still fits in an office environment.
Firefox makes it easier to change the default browser on Windows 11
Mozilla Firefox has found a way to work around Microsoft's restrictions on setting a default browser on Windows 11, making the process easy.
Mozilla has circumvented Microsoft's restrictions on setting a default browser on Windows 11, making it easier to use Firefox by default. This fights off one of the more annoying aspects of the new operating system, which tries to push users toward Microsoft Edge.
The Surface Pro 8 might finally come with Thunderbolt
A new report suggests that Thunderbolt support might finally come to the Surface Pro 8, which is expected to be announced on September 22nd.
Microsoft is holding an event on September 22nd, where we're expecting the company to announce a number of new Surface devices to debut alongside Windows 11. Among them is the Surface Pro 8, the latest detachable tablet in the company's lineup. While not much is known about the device yet, a new report from The Verge suggests that the Surface Pro 8 might finally come with Thunderbolt 4 support. Specifically, the report suggests that "at least one model" of the Surface Pro 8 will support Thunderbolt.
New Windows 11 Photos app is now rolling out, and you can download it
After Microsoft teased it last week, the new Windows 11 Photos app seems to be available for some users, and you can download it, too.
The new Windows 11 Photos app is now available, as some users on Reddit have begun receiving the update. Last week, Microsoft's Panos Panay teased the new app, saying it'd be coming to Insiders soon. As expected, this update enables a few new features, but it also brings UI changes across the board.
Windows Subsystem for Android benchmarks shed light on its performance
Benchmarks have popped up online, giving us a glimpse of what performance may be like in the Windows Subsystem for Android.
Newly-surfaced benchmarks have given us a first look at the performance of the Windows Subsystem for Android. Microsoft announced Windows 11 would support Android apps when it first announced the new operating system, but there's a lot we still don't know. This is going to be enabled by the Windows Subsystem for Android, which is based on the Windows Subsystem for Linux added in Windows 10. That means it's running through emulation, and emulation usually comes at the cost of performance.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme vs X1 Carbon: Which one is right for you?
Can't choose a favorite ThinkPad? We've compared the ThinkPad X1 Carbon and X1 Extreme so you can make a more informed decision before buying.
Lenovo is one of the most popular PC manufacturers in the world, and the company makes some of the best laptops you can buy. The ThinkPad family specifically is iconic among business users. The classic subdued design, the red pointing stick, it's all part of why it's so popular. But every ThinkPad has its own specific purpose, and so they're all different in one way or another. If you're stuck trying to choose between the ThinkPad X1 Extreme and X1 Carbon, we're here to help.
How to replace the battery on the Dell XPS 15 if it's dying too quickly
Battery life can often force you to replace a laptop, but you can replace just the battery in your Dell XPS 15 if you want to save money.
The latest model of the Dell XPS 15 packs an incredible amount of power considering the size of the laptop. With up to an Intel Core i9 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti graphics, it can breeze through most tasks, including demanding workloads like video editing. Plus, 64GB of RAM and up to 4TB of storage ensures this laptop can run demanding apps and store your data for a long time. But no matter how powerful a laptop is, batteries start to wear out after some time. You may start to notice that your Dell XPS 15 doesn't last as long on a charge, and that's when it might be time to replace the battery.
Acer's new TravelMate P2 laptops have AMD Ryzen PRO processors
Acer has announced the new TravelMate P2 series with AMD Ryzen PRO processors. THe laptops also have a ton of ports for peripherals.
Acer has announced two new laptops in the Travelmate P2 series. The new laptops come in 14-inch and 15.6-inch sizes, and they're powered by AMD's latest Ryzen PRO mobile processors. Similar to Intel's vPro lineup, these CPUs have additional security and remote management features that make them ideal for businesses. They also run Windows 10 Pro and will support the update to Windows 11 later this year.
MediaTek launches Kompanio 900T chipset for tablets and Chromebooks
MediaTek has announced the Kompanio 900T, its latest chipset for tablets and Chromebooks, promising a balance of performance and battery life.
MediaTek has announced yet another new chip built for 5G tablets and Chromebooks, the Kompanio 900T. This follows up on the recent launch of the Kompanio 1300T, another SoC designed for tablet, which was more of a premium product. The Kompanio 900T, on the other hand, is more of a mid-range chip, with MediaTek touting "powerful computing capabilities and ultra-low power consumption".
New Windows 11 build in the Beta channel is all about fixes
Microsoft has released a new build of Windows 11, 22000.184, to Insiders in the Beta channel, bringing a couple of new fixes.
As tends to be the case every week, Microsoft has released a new build of Windows 11 for Insiders to try. In fact, there are two new updates today, since Microsoft split the Dev channel into a different branch last week. So, while Windows Insiders in the Dev channel are getting Windows 11 build 22454, the Beta channel gets build 22000.184.
Microsoft announces hybrid work features for Teams and Microsoft 365
Microsoft has announced a wide range of features and new capabilities coming to Teams and Microsoft 365 for the era of hybrid work.
Microsoft has announced an array of new devices and features for Teams with the goal of making hybrid work easier. If you've been following Microsoft recently, you know hybrid work has been a major focus since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The company had already announced a bunch of Teams features for hybrid work, but it's not done yet.
How to upgrade the RAM and SSD on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme
Need a RAM or storage boost? Here's how to upgrade the RAM and SSD on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme for when you need a bit more performance.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 is probably the most powerful business laptop you can buy today. Lenovo took the business-style design and features of the ThinkPad laptops and packed beastly specs into it. It comes with up to an 11th-generation Intel Core i9 vPro processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 graphics, which is fantastic for a 16 inch laptop under 18mm thin. Not only that, you can still configure it with up to 64GB of RAM and 4TB of SSD storage. But those SSD and RAM upgrades for the ThinkPad X1 Extreme can be quite pricey out of the box, so what if you want to upgrade them yourself later?
Can't wait? HP Labor Day sale includes laptops and PCs ready to ship
If you can't afford to wait for products on backorder, HP has a few Labor Day deals on PCs, laptops, and monitors that are ready to ship.
With the ongoing component shortage in the tech world, you may have noticed that buying new devices is a bit tricky. Many laptops are on backorder or take a while to ship from the time you order them. If you need a laptop for the new school year, it's not the best time to deal with those delays. To help with that, HP has highlighted some of its own devices that are ready to ship, many of which are part of its Labor Day sale lasting through September 11.
HP Spectre x360 15 vs Dell XPS 15: which should you choose?
Need help choosing between the Dell XPS 15 and the HP Spectre x360? Here's everything you need to know about these 15-inch premium laptops.
If you look up the most popular PC brands in the world, you'll find HP and Dell near the top spots. It's easy to understand why. Many of the best laptops you can buy today are made by either HP or Dell, so there's a good reason to keep buying them. And if you're in the market for a new 15 inch laptop, the Dell XPS 15 and the HP Spectre x360 15 are two fantastic contenders.
Hate Windows 11? Here's how to roll back to Windows 10
Is Windows 11 buggy or unstable? Here's how to roll back to Windows 10 if you don't like Microsoft's new operating system.
If you're anything like me, Windows 11 is one of the most exciting Windows releases to happen in many years. It's all in the name, really. We've been on Windows 10 since 2015, and while there have been pretty major updates in that time, it's felt a little stale for a while. Windows 11 looks radically different in more ways than one, and the name symbolizes that. But as excited as some of us are, it might not be for everyone. If you don't like Windows 11 or it's causing problems for you, we'll show you how to roll back to Windows 10.
Razer launches Basilisk V3 mouse with more customization options
Razer today introduced the Basilisk V3, its latest wired gaming mouse, featuring a tilting scroll wheel and 11 programmable buttons.
Razer today launched the Basilisk V3, its latest right-handed gaming mouse featuring a wide range of customization options. In addition to programmable buttons, one of the big new features in the Basilisk V3 is its scroll wheel with tilt support.