Windows 10X vs. iPadOS: Does Microsoft finally beat Apple?

Before Microsoft publicly announced the Windows 10X operating system, Apple had its own operating system for iPads known as iPadOS. Does Microsoft have a winner on its hands?

Computing         April 25, 2023

Now married to Surface, Windows might finally get interesting again

The Windows and hardware divisions at Microsoft have come together under a single combined group known as "Windows + Devices" led by Panos Panay. Is Windows finally going to be interesting again?

Features         April 25, 2023

Windows Search is down, but don’t panic. Here’s how to fix it

According to multiple reports on Reddit and from across the internet, Windows Search is down for many users across the globe. Here's how to (partially) fix it.

News         April 25, 2023

Don’t upgrade from Windows 7. Here’s why you should buy a new laptop instead

Thinking of moving on from a Windows 7 laptop? In this guide, we'll cut through the tech specs and show you what has changed in laptops in the many years.

Best Ofs         April 25, 2023

Leaked specs suggest a powerful Surface Book 3 could be in the works

Recent leaks reveal that Microsoft could be working on a powerful new Surface Book 3 model with Ice Lake CPUs and Nvidia's GTX 1650 Max Q graphics card.

News         April 25, 2023

Apple patent details the futuristic modular curved iMac we’ve always wanted

The design of the iconic iMac hasn't changed much over the past few years, but there could be hope that Apple's all-in-one computer could have a much different look in the years ahead. A recent patent suggests that the company could be playing with the idea of a modular iMac with a curved glass display. 

News         April 25, 2023

How Windows 7 saved Microsoft from driving over a cliff — twice

Support for Windows 7 might have ended on January 14, but many are still running the nearly 10-year-old operating system. Many people simply prefer the classic no-nonsense look of Windows 7 and hold it close to their hearts. There's a good reason why, as it saved Microsoft twice. Here's why.

Features         April 25, 2023

Microsoft will never win the search engine wars by forcing people to use Bing

Microsoft's own Bing has never been successful in the eyes of consumers. Soon, though, Microsoft is planning to forcibly install a Bing search extension in Chrome for Office 365 ProPlus users. This is a big problem, as Microsoft will never win the search engine battle by forcing people to use it.

Features         April 25, 2023

Details just dropped on the Surface Duo, including its insane screen resolution

The release of Microsoft's Surface Duo might be 11 months away, but Microsoft has remained relatively quiet about the device. With a new software development kit (SDK) though, some of the first technical details about the displays and other aspects of the much-anticipated device have just become public. 

News         April 25, 2023

Here’s why buying a high-end Chromebook is finally a good investment

A typical Chromebook usually has a fixed life span. That means most devices only get 5 to 6 years of OS updates from the date that your device was first released from a specific Chrome hardware platform. Well, Google is now changing that, which means Chromebooks are now finally a good investment.

Features         April 25, 2023

Google is shutting down your Chromebook apps, but here’s why you shouldn’t worry

On Chrome OS, the app story is a bit complicated. Chromebook users have long had three different ways to experience apps. That's about to change, as Google is now shutting down the Chrome App Store. But from PWA's or support for Android apps, here's why you shouldn't worry.

Features         April 25, 2023

Microsoft’s new Edge browser is great, but it’s missing one big feature

From improved performance that is on par with Google Chrome, a fresh new user interface, and many ways to customize your browsing experience, the new Edge is definitely worth switching to. But, there's still one problem. Edge is missing some big features, especially if you hope to use the browser on multiple devices.

News         April 25, 2023

Microsoft’s new Edge browser has launched, and it’s finally worth switching to

Almost a year and a half ago, Microsoft shook up the computing world. But, it wasn't with a computer. The company announced it would be releasing a new web browser based on Google's open-source Chromium engine. I've been using that browser in my life for the past year. Here's why I think it's worth switching to.

Features         April 25, 2023

Like a bad ’90s revival, Compaq is back and making smart TVs

Long before the Mac Pro and thin bezel laptops like the XPS 13, there was a company that made PCS that was known as Compaq. It's a company that was then famous as Apple, mainly thanks to the work put into making portable computers popular in the late 1990s. Well, Compaq is now coming back, just not how you remember it.

News         April 25, 2023

On the day of its death, Windows 7 is the second-most popular operating system

January 14 officially marks the end of support for the Windows 7 operating system, meaning Microsoft will no longer provide free security updates. But, even so, Windows 7 is still much-loved and is the second most popular operating system across the world, ahead of ChromeOS, and MacOS.

News         April 25, 2023

Here are all the dual-screen and foldable PCs announced at CES 2020

After Microsoft announced its own dual-screen PC last year, the Surface Neo, its partners are now taking the stage and showcasing similar devices. From Dell's Ori and Duet, Lenovo's foldable ThinkPad, and Intel's Horseshoe Bend, there's a lot of dual-screen devices, here's what you need to know.

News         April 25, 2023

Windows 10X was a no-show at CES 2020, and that’s a problem

We've seen tons of concepts at CES 2020, but there's one key thing missing. Most of these concept devices are running Windows 10,  the same operating system you'll find on standard laptops today. Laptop makers, and even Intel, have not at all showcased the specialized version of Windows -- known as Windows 10X

News         April 25, 2023

The Lenovo Flex 5G is the world’s first 5G-compatible PC

There's no doubt that 5G is the next big thing in technology, and at CES 2020, Lenovo is showing us why. The company took the wraps off the Flex 5G — the first 5G-compatible PC, coming in spring 2020 for prices starting at $1,210. It's part of its journey to deliver faster technology for all.

News         April 25, 2023

Samsung has an invisible keyboard that you can use with your phone

Keyboards come in all shapes and sizes, you can fold them, use them across multiple devices, and even enjoy their ergonomics. At CES 2020, though, Samsung has an interesting conceptual take on the keyboard. It's one that you can't even physically see — an invisible keyboard called the SelfieType.

News         April 25, 2023

The new Razer Blade now has a super-speedy 300Hz screen

At CES 2020, Razer is treating gamers to another cool feature. It is upgrading its popular Blade 15 laptop with a new feature that you might miss if you blink too fast: A screen that has a 300 MHz refresh rate. This is normally reserved for physical gaming monitors and is quite rare for laptops.

News         April 25, 2023

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook vs. Google Pixelbook: Here’s what $1,000 gets you

Samsung recently announced the new Galaxy Chromebook, priced starting at $1,000. With its beautiful 4K OLED screen, this new Chrome OS 2-in-1 has more than what it takes to go up against Google's own Pixelbook.In this guide, we'll pit the two against each other and help you choose the one that's right for you.

Best Ofs         April 25, 2023

You can now buy Dell’s new slim-bezel, near-perfect 2020 XPS 13 laptop

Now that CES 2020 is officially underway, you can finally go out and purchase the latest 2020 Dell XPS 13 yourself. Prices on the laptop start at $1,000, and from Ice Lake processors, slim-bezel design, and an improved keyboard, there's plenty of new and innovative design elements and big value for that price. 

News         April 25, 2023

Samsung launches the $999 Galaxy Chromebook with a 4K AMOLED display

Ahead of CES 2020, Samsung is building on its heritage and is announcing the new Galaxy Chromebook, a 2-in-1 for those who love the Chrome OS experience. The new Galaxy Chromebook includes a 13.3-inch AMOLED 4K display, surrounded by super-thin bezels. It also has support for a built-in Samsung S Pen stylus.

News         April 25, 2023

Samsung brings its gorgeous QLED screen to a laptop that costs just $830

Ahead of CES 2020, Samsung is expanding its laptop lineup out some more by introducing the Samsung Galaxy Book Flex Alpha. Starting at $830, it is a new 2-in-1 that looks to bring almost everything from the Galaxy Book Flex but at an affordable and smaller price range. 

News         April 25, 2023

CES 2020: Dell’s revamped XPS 13 somehow makes the display bezel even smaller

Ahead of CES 2020, Dell is revealing a truly revamped version of its popular XPS 13 laptop with a 4-sided InfiityEdge display. It also is being revealed alongside the new Latitude 9510, which targets the longest battery life in a Windows 10 2-in-1. 

News         April 25, 2023

Everything new about the 2020 Dell XPS 13: Thin bezels, new keyboard, and more

We have also long called the XPS 13 the nearly perfect laptop, but at CES 2020 Dell is back with a much better XPS 13. The almost perfect laptop is now even more perfect. From its even slimmer bezels, improved keyboard, and Intel Ice Lake chips, here's a look at everything that is new compared to the previous version.

Guides         April 25, 2023

The Surface Book 3 might have room for a touchscreen in the keyboard deck

Microsoft believes that that two screens could shape up to be better than one. A patent shows that the company might be considering adding a secondary touchscreen to the keyboard part of a device with a detachable screen — one that looks like a lot the Surface Book 3.

News         April 25, 2023

Windows 10X vs. Windows 10: What’s the difference?

As announced during its October 2 event Microsoft is working on a new version of Windows 10 for a wave of foldable PCs like Surface Duo. It is called Windows 10X. While this technically not an entirley new operating system, it is a bit different from the regular version of Windows 10 that you've come to know and love.

Best Ofs         April 25, 2023

Microsoft’s futuristic HoloLens 2 headset is now shipping, starting at $3,500

Just a few months removed from its original announcement at Mobile World Congress, Microsoft is now officially getting ready to ship its HoloLens 2 headset out to its customers. The company has officially launched the futuristic, sensor-packed holographic computing headset.

News         April 25, 2023

Microsoft HoloLens 2 hands-on review: The future on your face

The HoloLens 2 isn't meant for your home, but that's what makes it so futuristic. The headset is built for "collaborative visualization" that's more complete and intense than any home AR or VR headset. And importantly, the HoloLens 2 fixes the flaws of its predecessor.

News         April 25, 2023

Here’s why Microsoft desperately needs an Intel version of the Surface Pro X

The new Surface Pro X is the latest and greatest Windows 2-in-1 from Microsoft. Its super slim bezels, USB-C connectivity, and new Surface Slim pen make it a visually impressive device. That's great, and all, but there's one fatal flaw to the device -- and it's in the area that matters most.

Features         April 25, 2023

Microsoft’s next-generation, slim-bezel Surface Pro X is now available

Microsoft is just a few weeks off the launch of both the Surface Pro 7 and the Surface Laptop 3, but the most anticipated of its new devices is now finally available for purchase. Today, November 5, officially marks the release of the new Surface Pro X. From its slim bezels, LTE Support, and SQ1 chipset, this device is quite different.

Computing         April 25, 2023

Samsung’s Galaxy Book Flex brings beautiful QLED displays to laptops

Samsung has done the impossible and, in a first, has packed a QLED panel into its new Galaxy Book Flex. Along with its impressive build quality, improved S-pen functionality, as well as an interesting wireless charging feature, the Galaxy Book Flex looks to be a truly a beautiful device.

News         April 25, 2023

Surface Neo vs. Surface Duo: Microsoft’s dual-screen devices, compared

Although not much is officially known about the two foldable Surface devices, in this side by side comparison, we'll give you a look at the design, performance, and portability of the two, and everything we know. Which of Microsoft's dual-screen devices has the best chances at success?

Best Ofs         April 25, 2023

Razer Blade Advanced 15 Optical hands-on review: Not mechanical, but close

What would happen if the same technology from Razer's Hunstman Elite mechanical keyboard was shrunk down and stuffed inside a gaming laptop? The answer is the Razer Blade Advanced 15 Optical.  Sporting an optical keyboard, this year's Blade Advanced 15 has an option for something you can't find in any other laptop.

News         April 25, 2023

Microsoft could be working on a new Surface product called “Project S”

It's well known that Microsoft is working on a dual-screen PC currently codenamed Centaurus, but could the company also be working on a new project under its Surface division? According to a tweet from the famed Microsoft leaker, WalkingCat, that might be a possibility.

News         April 25, 2023

In the age of Alexa and Siri, Cortana’s halo has grown dim

Over the past few years Cortana has been seeing a somewhat slow but painful death. It even will even be separated from Windows 10 search in the upcoming April 2019 Update. All that considered, here’s a few reasons why we think the voice assistant is on its way to an eventual doom.

Features         April 25, 2023

Windows 10 May 2019 Update: Everything you need to know

While still under a beta testing period with Windows Insiders, the next version of Windows 10 -- confirmed as the May 2019 update -- is getting closer to release. Though not a massive overhaul, there are a few changes that tweak the nearly four-year-old operating system to make it fresher.

Guides         April 25, 2023