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andromium hits kickstarter stick pc experience pocket

[Updated] Andromium transforms your Android into a pocketable desktop computer

Have you ever wished you could fit your entire PC into your pocket? A new Kickstarter project called Andromium promises just that for some Android owners.
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Breakthrough in RRAM technology could lead to hard drives the size of a postage stamp

Crossbar, a technology startup founded in 2010, thinks it knows how to deliver a one terabyte drive with SSD speeds that's no larger than a postage stamp.
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[Updated] FBI confirms North Korea hacked Sony pictures, Obama pledges response

Speculation that North Korea was directly responsible for a cyber attack on Sony Pictures has now been confirmed by the FBI.
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Your say Friday: Has a corporate hack affected you?

Many corporations have fallen victim to hacks, leaking hundreds of millions of sensitive records. Have any of these leaks affected your life?
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U.S. intelligence states North Korea was behind attack on Sony Pictures

Newly reported, off-the-record statements from U.S. intelligence claim North Korea was a key player in the attacks against Sony.
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Tired of JPEG compression artifacts? BPG is the solution

The versatile JPEG image format is showing its age. A French programmer as proposed an alternative called BPG that provides better quality at any file size.
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Have your say Friday: To encrypt, or not to encrypt

Proponents of encryption argue that's it's the only way to keep private data safe from prying eyes. Is encryption essential, or a bother?
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Curious what Windows 10 will look like at release? Don’t miss Microsoft’s January 21st conference

Want to know more about the future of Windows 10? Microsoft is almost ready to tell you. The company has scheduled a "consumer event" for January 21st, 2015.
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Want to try out this whole 3D printing thing? Check your local library

3D printers are starting to appear libraries across the United States, providing access to millions of people looking to learn more about the technology
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Archive everything with Seagate’s new, affordable 8TB hard disk

Seagate's new Archive HDD can handle up to 8TB for just $260 thanks to the company's new Shingled Magnetic Recording technology.
Computing Reviews
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Samsung’s new 850 Evo blows away competitors with V-NAND, TurboCache

The recently announced 850 Evo combines 3-bit Vertical NAND technology with TurboCache to enable excellent performance in all capacities.
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New gigabit service proves DSL isn’t dead yet

A new DSL standard called G.fast promises speeds of up to one gigabit with a fiber backbone connected to existing copper wires.
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Your say Friday: Will you be going 4K this holiday?

4K monitors have come down in price, but they're still not perfect. Will you be buying one this holiday shopping season?
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How the PS4 and Xbox have raised PC system requirements

Does your gaming PC have trouble with new cross-platform games? Thank the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One for that. Here's why gaming rigs struggle to keep up.
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Don’t think consoles have changed the requirements of PC games? Have a look for yourself

The new consoles have forced an increase in the average blockbuster game's system requirements, making it harder for budget rigs and old systems to get by.
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Chromebooks outsell iPads – in education, at least

Google's Chromebook outsold Apple's iPad by over 10,000 units last quarter, reaching 25% of the education market.
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Want to buy a PC this holiday? Intel’s latest roadmap makes it a wise move

Intel's new product roadmap shows Broadwell on track in notebooks, but the company said little about new silicon for desktops and affordable 2-in-1s.
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Protect your home from network intrusion with Bitdefender’s Box

The Bitdefender Box is a router that can protect your home network by scanning for and rejecting malicious data before it reaches your PC and other devices.
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Microsoft asked, you answered. Here’s what users want added to Windows 10

Windows 10's technical preview has given users a voice, and they've wasted no time using it to let Microsoft know what they think.
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Google gets into the giving spirit, offers 1TB of Drive with every Chromebook

Google has made Chromebooks even more this attractive this holiday season by offering one terabyte of free Drive cloud storage.
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Need more space in your SSD? Intel’s 3D NAND may be the answer

Intel's new 3D NAND, developed in partnership with Micron, can hold up to 48GB per chip. This improvement could lead to affordable high-capacity SSDs.
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Acer-C720P Chromebook vs Windows

Can a polished Chrome OS really replace Windows? We tested.

Chromebook really serve as your only PC? We've taken a closer look by comparing two common models against a Windows 2-in-1.
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Lenovo announces its first consumer Chromebooks

Lenovo has announced a pair of upcoming consumer Chromebooks. These pint-sized systems offer strong processors and better connectivity than some ultrabooks.
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Make your mark with OS X Yosemite’s Mail Markup

OS X Yosemite's Mail app includes a new Markup feature that lets users edit images and .PDF documents. Here's how to use it.
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Spotlight in OS X Yosemite: How to make the most of Apple’s new desktop gem

Spotlight has received a significant update in Yosemite, and now offers a desktop search window that draws results from the Web as well as your hard drive.
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Forget Windows! Mac OS X Yosemite is the update desktop users deserve

Do you love the desktop? Forget Windows - Microsoft has abandoned you with Windows 8. Apple's OS X Yosemite now carries the torch for desktop computers.
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How to use and make the most of notifications in OS X Yosemite

The new notifications center in Yosemite is the all in one place to see, dismiss, and manage updates. Here's how to master the system.
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5K isn’t just a big number for Apple’s record-setting iMac, it’s true innovation

Set your cynicism aside. Apple's new 5K Retina iMac offers innovative benefits to enthusiasts, and casual users alike.
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Apple OS X Yosemite review

Apple OS X Yosemite tries to marry mobile functionality with desktop design. The result is a great pairing.
Computing Reviews
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Has Microsoft ‘fixed’ Windows 8? Our final verdict on Windows 8.1

Microsoft didn't drag its feet with the development of Windows 8.1, but it has this unusual speed allowed time to resolve Windows' most pressing issues?
Computing Reviews
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What does HP’s divorce mean for PC buyers? Not much … for now

Hewlett-Packard's decision to spin off its PC and printer divisions is a big change for the computer industry, but will it alter how you buy a PC?
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Nvidia’s hot new mobile GPUs almost match the muscle of their desktop cousins

We ran Nvidia's new GeForce GTX 980M GPU through a bunch of tests, including 3DMark Fire Strike, Cloud Gate, Battlefield 4, and more. Here's how it held up.
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Windows 10

We take a closer look at the Windows 10 Technical Preview’s new design

Here's how the Windows 10 Technical Preview differs from its predecessors.
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Years after burning loyal PC users, Microsoft asks forgiveness with Windows 10

Geeks despised almost everything about Windows 8, but new features in Windows 10 may bring desktop enthusiasts back into the fold.
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Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 review

Nvidia's GeForce GTX 980 doesn't blow away the competition, but its lower price and more efficient design make it the new king of single-GPU cards.
Computing Reviews
Acer Aspire Switch 10

Acer enhances the Aspire Switch 10 with a 1080p model, and a new 11.6-inch version

Acer is upgrading the Aspire Switch 10 with new display choices. It's adding an entirely 11.6-inch model with optional Core i5 processor.
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5 ways Microsoft could salvage its empire with Windows 9

A new version of Windows is rumored to be in development, but Windows 9 will have to be great to repair the damage caused by its predecessor.
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How to fix common Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 problems

Like any new OS, Windows 8 and 8.1 have suffered from a variety of bugs that can confuse unsuspecting users. Here's how to solve the most common problems.
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