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Windows 10 Insider Preview build 10576 is released to the Fast Ring

Microsoft Windows Build 10576 is a minor update, but it does add streaming support from the Edge browser to Miracast and DLNA devices.
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Superior silicon: How Apple is beating chipmakers at their own game

Apple's latest A9 processors are incredibly quick, nipping at the heels of even Intel's hardware. That feat was accomplished in just half a decade.
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Updated: Here’s where you can buy the Surface Pro 4 and Surface Book

If you want to get your hands on Microsoft's first-ever convertible laptop as early as October 26, here's where you can buy one.
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Want to play games on your Surface Book? Prepare for disappointment

Microsoft's inclusion of an Nvidia GPU in the Surface Book suggests it might work for light gaming, but it doesn't play as hard as it works.
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Microsoft’s Joe Belfiore is lost to the sea — until next summer, at least

Joe Belfiore, Microsoft's VP of its operating systems group, is the face of the company's presentations. He's headed off to sea.
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Windows 10 will soon let you send text messages through Cortana

Leaked internal builds of Windows 10 have revealed plans to integrated text messaging into the OS through Cortana, but you'll need a Windows 10 phone.
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Apple’s 21.5-inch iMac with Retina is the least repairable yet

Apple's new iMac with Retina seems to have packed in so many pixels that it didn't leave room for future upgrades.

Latest Windows 10 Insider build adds tab previews to Edge, notes to Cortana

Microsoft has released a new build of Windows 10 to Insiders. It offers Skype integration, new Cortana features, thumbnail previews of Edge, and more.
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Is World of Warships making your PC sweat? Here’s how to improve performance

World of Warships is a beautiful game of ship-to-ship combat set in World War II. Just a few tweaks can really boost your framerate.
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Spec Comparison: Google Pixel C vs. Microsoft Surface 3

The Surface 3 is one of the best portable 2-in-1s on the market, but the new Google Pixel C looks set to give it a fight. Which one is worth your money?
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Dell leaks more specs for upcoming XPS 12 2-in-1

The much-needed, long-awaited update to Dell's XPS 12 is around the corner, and the company's Malaysian website has leaked detailed information about it.
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Intel needs to kill the Atom before cheap PCs sour users on all PCs

The Atom processor, and it cousins, have made it possible for PCs to hit prices below $200. But doing so results in a frustrating experience.
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Google reveals the Pixel C, an Android tablet that wishes it was a laptop

Google has joined the ranks of Microsoft Surface clones with the Pixel C, and Android-based device with a magnetic keyboard.
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Remember! OS X 10.11 El Capitan is coming tomorrow

September 30 is the release date for the latest version of OS X, 10.11, also known as El Capitan. The update will work on most Macs six years old or newer.
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Oculus Connect 2 talks the challenge of VR hardware, and finding unique solutions

A session at Oculus Connect 2 took a deep-dive into the headset's hardware development, exploring the company's structure and how it led to unique solutions.
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Skylake shootout: Which of these cutting-edge gaming desktops dominates?

Intel’s release of the new Skylake desktop processors means every enthusiast PC brand has refreshed or re-designed its hardware. We pitted four of these cutting-edge rigs against each other in an epic battle featuring $16,000 of hardware.
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Why your next laptop could look a lot like an iPad Pro

The 2-in-1 computer was supposed to revolutionize the PC space, but attempts to perfect it have failed. Now Apple is entering the space with its iPad Pro.
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Apple Event ‘leak’ says OS X El Capitan will launch September 30th

Apple didn't talk about Mac during its event, but an email during the iPhone 6S demo announced the launch of OS X 10.11 El Capitan on September 30th.
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Hands-on: Acer’s newest desktop takes the pain out of upgrading

The Revo Build’s modular design promises easy upgrades thanks to magnetic docking, but the limited selection of modules may make its intuitive design a moot point.
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Here’s every all-new laptop at IFA 2015

There were plenty of laptops at IFA 2015, but only a sliver of them were all-new. We rounded up every system we've never seen before.
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Hands-on: Lenovo’s latest ThinkPad bends over backwards for business travelers

Do you travel frequently, work on the road, and want a do-it-all system? Lenovo’s ThinkPad Yoga 260 may be what you need, but its price and standard features aren’t on par with competitors.
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Want an external hard drive cased in wood, leather or carbon fiber? Brinell can do that

Most external HDDs and USB drives are built to serve their purpose as cheaply as possible. Brinell is turning these common devices into a fashion accessory.
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Intel’s massive 6th-gen Core line-up debuts at IFA 2015

Intel has announced a massive lineup of 6th-gen "Skylake" chips. They span mobile and desktop, from powerful quad-cores to power-sipping Core M.
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Alienware refreshes X51 and notebook lineup with overclocking, USB 3.1

Alienware has announced a refreshed line of notebooks, along with an X51 desktop, that feature Intel's Skylake processor, overclocking, and USB 3.1.
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McAfee has an interesting theory about the Ashley Madison hack

John McAfee, the famous security entrepreneur, has a theory about the Ashley Madison hack. He thinks it was an inside job by a rogue female employee.
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How much RAM does your gaming PC need? Maybe just 4GB, according to new test

New testing by PC enthusiast site TechSpot has discovered that many apps still don't see substantial benefit from more than 4GB of memory.
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3 reasons you shouldn’t buy an all-in-one

All-in-one computers promise a sleeker, more intuitive experience, but their initial attractiveness can quickly wear off and result in expensive repairs.
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Intel announces Optane hard drives powered by 3D XPoint technology

3D XPoint will be coming to a drive near you in 2016, according to Intel's IDF San Francisco keynote. The drives will be sold under a new Optane brand.

Lenovo stiffens the Yoga to create new Flex-series laptops, also debuts Flex 20 AIO

Lenovo is making the convertible touch experience affordable with its Flex series, which starts at $629 for the Flex laptops and $829 for the Flex 20 AIO.

Lenovo debuts high-res Yoga 2, lets business get limber with ThinkPad Yoga

Lenovo's Yoga 2 jumps head of the pack with its stunning 3200x1800 display while the ThinkPad Yoga pleases business users with its "lift and lock" keyboard.
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Trade! HP swaps ARM for Intel in its Chromebook 11, Intel for ARM in Chromebook 14

HP has revealed its new Chromebook 11 and 14. While similar in size to their predecessors they boast all new-design and switch to unexpected processors.
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HP’s newest 2-in-1s include budget Pavilion X2, slim Envy X2 in two sizes

HP has shown its new line of Pavilion and Envy 2-in-1s. These thin systems pack the latest Intel hardware and appear to boast passively cooled design.
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Get ready to dock with Dell’s Intel Core M Latitude 13 7000 2-in-1

Dell's new Latitude 13 7000 dock-able notebook will feature 5th-gen Intel Core M processors. It also promises long battery life, and a 1080p screen.
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Dell entices enterprise buyers with new Latitude notebooks

Dell's new Latitude 14 3000 is a mid-range business notebook available with a long list of optional extras, but that's not all. Learn more here.
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Need a heavy duty computer? Check out the Latitude 14 Rugged

Dell's Latitude 14 Rugged provides durability, and a list of options that includes four batteries, mobile broadband, and even GPS.
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Intel’s new Core M chips open the door for thinner, lighter, fanless PCs

Intel has revealed its 5th-generation Core M chips, which could use less than five watts of power, and extend battery life by close to two hours.

HP announces new Envy Recline all-in-ones and new monitors at IFA

HP announced a handful of new products at IFA today, including three Envy Recline all-in-one PCs, two new monitors, and the Envy Phoenix 810 gaming PC.
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ComputerStick’s IndieGoGo is built on faked video and questionable claims

A recently posted IndieGoGo campaign for the ComputerStick seems to show an innovative and powerful mini-PC, but is simply reselling Intel Compute Sticks.