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Razer has debuted the new Huntsman V2, it's newest high-tier gaming keyboard that comes in two sizes, has two switches and a whole heap of performance. Here's why you'll be wanting it as your next gaming keyboard.
With the strict Windows 11 hardware requirements, some people believe Microsoft is only doing it to sell new PCs. But the real story is how a strong PC market is already here and will continue for the news few years. Microsoft doesn’t need Windows 11 to sell new PCs; that’s already taking place.
Insiders testing Windows 11 recently experienced a devastating bug that crippled the desktop with no Start menu or taskbar. A new analysis suggests that a cloud-based pop-up for Microsoft Teams caused it, which calls into question Microsoft's architecture just a month before the release of Windows 11.
If you're having issues with the Windows 11 Build 22000.176 (Beta Channel) from today, you're not alone. Many users are experiencing the disappearing Start menu and taskbar bug. While it's a known issue, it seems to be much more widespread now. Here's a temporary fix to get your PC back in under 5 minutes.
With a starting price just below $700 (on sale) and weighing just 2 pounds, the new HP Pavilion Aero 13 is one excellent-looking device. It's also backed up by powerful AMD Ryzen 5000 Mobile CPUs with an incredible 16:10 display making this laptop our top recommendation for a budget PC. And it's ready for Windows 11, too.
While the budget-friendly Samsung Galaxy Book Go won some props from us, the new 5G model ups the ante, with more storage, more RAM, faster CPU, and now 4G LTE and 5G, the Galaxy Book Go is also the budget 5G laptop, too.
The promise of Windows on ARM finally reaches the entry-level PC market with the new Samsung Galaxy Book Go. With a thin, fanless design and a $300 starting price, it shows why Qualcomm-based PCs have a strong future. But is that vision ready for today? Find out in our full review.
Next-gen "HD" haptic trackpads are coming to Windows laptops in 2022, but while they deliver better accuracy and can lead to thinner designs, they won't matter until Microsoft takes the lead on the software. Here's why.
Boréas and Cirque may not be companies you are familiar with, but both are going to have a big impact on Windows laptops starting next year. Here is how (and why) the two are teaming up to bring piezo-based haptic trackpads to your favorite PC.
Panasonic is refreshing its award-winning Toughbook 55 for 2021. In the new MK2 version, this semi-rugged laptop gets 11th Gen Intel, Thunderbolt 4, and even more improved hardware. Here's why it is still the king of semi-rugged Windows laptops.
Microsoft is expected to reveal the Surface Pro 8 in early October 2021 for the holiday season. Will it finally overhaul the aging 2-in-1 with new features and a refreshed design? What about specs, processors, availability, and new technology? Here is what we know and don't know so far about Surface Pro 8.
Razer’s Project Hazel is now Razer Zephyr. The smart mask with LEDs, removable N95 filters, and smart amp technology should begin beta testing in the coming weeks. You can sign up to be a part of the test.
Razer's new 130-watt GaN travel charger lives up to the hype — it's the smallest, lightest, and most powerful charger on the market. But its high price tag is going to put it out of reach for most people.
The HP Elite Folio is a new 2-in-1 ultralight laptop that brings a pull-it-forward type display for switching postures. The excellent design, built-in pen, and availability of 4G, 5G, or Wi-Fi-only models make it the ideal executive device. Just too bad the price is so high.
Microsoft saw a sharp but completely anticipated decline in Surface revenue for its FY21 Q4 results. The company also saw related but much smaller declines with Windows OEM licenses, also driven by supply chain constraints. Still, the company is doing very, very well overall.
The July 2021 Android Security update and likely minor OS fixes are now available for the Microsoft Surface Duo.
It's super light. In fact, it's one of the most lightweight laptops we have ever used. But is it any good? You bet. Here's why the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano is one of the best travel laptops you can buy and why we highly recommend it.
If you installed the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview, your Windows Hello face recognition may report back an error that "something went wrong." Don't worry, it's a known issue, and there's an easy fix too. Here's how to do it.
What happens when you combine Panasonic's 2012 G1 tablet with its 2015 Toughbook G20? You get the brand-new 2021 Toughbook G2, which also brings three modular bays, LTE, and more to this rugged Windows PC. Here's our quick review and highlights.
The XPS 13 (9310) is arguably the best 13-inch Windows Ultrabook on the market. For 2021, the company is giving the tiny but powerful laptop an update offering a few new options. We spent time with the faster Core i7-1185G7 processor (up from the i7-1165G7) as well as the new 3.5K OLED display to see if it’s worth it.