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If you have Surface Duo 2 and like the idea of using the pen all the time, the new $65 Pen Cover is an easy accessory to recommend. We’ve spent the last two weeks with it, and here is what you need to know.
Qualcomm just announced its latest processors for Windows PCs. The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 and new 7c+ Gen 3 are set to hit new devices in the first half of 2022, with substantial performance gains over the previous generations. While not as powerful as the expected Nuvia-chips, these new Snapdragons hit 5nm and 6nm architectures.
Surface Duo 2 owners could only use Your Phone on one single PC at a time, but a new beta version of the app appears to fix that. Here’s what you need to know and what to expect for the Surface Duo 2’s next update.
If you have a small room or just want a clean, no-frills, All-in-One desktop PC, this 27-inch Full HD one from Acer gets the job done. It’s now at the lowest price we have seen yet, making it a perfect bargain for Cyber Monday.
The Acer Swift X 14-inch creator’s laptop is now just $899. With 16GB of RAM, 500 GB SSD, Ryzen 7, RTX, and an NVIDIA RTX 3050 Ti, this 3lb laptop is a monster.
This all-around beast of a 27-inch display from brand-leaeder MSI is just $260 after a massive $140 price-cut for Cyber Monday. Its curved, has HDR, 165Hz refresh, 1ms response, and AMD FreeSync with an adjustable stand. There’s a lot to like about this well-reviewed monitor, and it won’t break your wallet either.
If you’re looking for a new Surface Pro 8, Walmart has the best deal around. The new Core i5 model with 128/8GB is now only $899 instead of the regular $1,100. That’s a savings of 20% for this brand-new Surface making it quite the steal.
One of the best PC mice to ever exist is now at its lowest price. The legendary Logitech MX Master 2S is now just $59, a full $40 cheaper than the newest version (which isn’t much different). This mouse is still a steal even in 2021.
If you need a new PSU for your mATX or ATX PC build and want the best without spending the most, this EVGA 500-watt 80+ Gold one is a steal. It’s now just $40, a full 47% off its regular listing price and the lowest price yet.
If you’re in the market for a budget gaming monitor that is also big and immersive, this 34-inch ‘2k’ model from AOC is on sale for just $368 (20% off). With a 144Hz refresh, 1ms response, and Adaptive-Sync technology, this is a great deal for young gamers.
Those with Surface Duo or Surface Duo 2 can now ink and draw directly in a new email message in Outlook for Android. The new feature, which was shown off in early October, is now available in a recent update for the app. Here’s what you need to know.
So, you want to get a Surface Pro 8 or already have one? Here are the best accessories to get to make the most of it, regardless of your budget.
For those who like Surface Pro 8 but wish it were more "laptop-like," the new Brydge SP+ is your $100 answer. This Bluetooth keyboard has excellent typing and trackpad, and transforms Surface Pro 8. Just be wary of the extra weight.
Dell's UltraSharp Webcam ($200) has all the proper hardware to beat Logitech's four-year-old BRIO 4K, but can it beat the champ on actual image quality? We find out in our review and tell you which is the best webcam you can buy.
Qualcomm says it’ll have an M1-challenger to Apple ready later in 2022 and shipping in new PCs for 2023. The news comes at the Qualcomm investor event, where the company hyped its acquisition of Nuvia back in January.
Android 12L is coming out early in 2022. Google promises this update is optimized and made for foldable devices. But does that include the dual-screen Surface Duo even though Google doesn’t mention it? It sure does. Here’s the proof.
If you have a Surface Duo or Surface Duo 2, this $10 pen loop works great with any Surface pen. You’ll never lose it, and it lets you put the pen on the back (instead of the front). Here are our quick impressions of it.
Microsoft is back with the Surface Duo 2. Is it better than the first version? How cannot it not? But the other question is should you try and buy one? The answer is complicated, but we get to the bottom of it in our full review.
The metaverse may seem like a buzzword, but Microsoft Teams will get a lot more fun, thanks to it. Next year, Microsoft is bringing its Mesh platform to its popular online collaborative software, letting you use an avatar in place of your real face. Here’s what that all means.
Microsoft Launcher updates for Surface Duo and Surface Duo 2 owners will no longer come via the Play Store but through monthly system updates. Here’s why that may be happening.