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The Admiror 14-inch laptop. (Source: Avita)

Avita releases the Ryzen 7 3700U-powered Admiror laptop to the UK market

Avita, an emerging notebook brand, has already launched the Admiror mid-ranger to the US market. Now, it is to be available via UK retailers as well. It is a 14-inch USB type C-only model with an atypical design to match its Flami...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Sep 2020 17:36

A next-gen Huawei Matebook may have broken cover. (Source: Huawei)

A new leak may point to a Tiger Lake-based Huawei laptop in the works

The prominent tipster _rogame_ has found a new entry on UserBenchmark for a laptop with a Tiger Lake Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB hard-drive. The results do not mention an OEM; however, the leaker insists the upcomin...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Sep 2020 16:17

Generic Windows XP computer, leaked code widely available September 2020

Windows XP code now widely available, but still via unofficial channels

Although the latest statistics show its usage below 1 percent worldwide, the now ancient Windows XP is still being used by almost two times as many people as the more recent Windows Vista. However, the fact that the leaked code be...

Codrut Nistor, 26 Sep 2020 17:51

Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance is now playable in 1440p and 60 FPS. (Image source: Konami)

Konami re-releases Metal Gear Solid and Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance on PC

Konami has brought Metal Gear Solid and Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance to the GOG store. The two classic games are available for US$9.50 each and will work on Windows 7 through 10. The original Metal Gear and Konami Collector's Ser...

Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2020 18:57

Testing the HP Envy x360 15 (2020): Bad performance utilization of the Ryzen 5-APU

15.6-inch Convertible With Pen Support: The HP Envy x360 15 (2020)

The Envy offers a Ryzen 5-4500U APU, 16 GB of working memory (dual-channel mode), and an NVMe SSD. In addition, there is a very good battery life. Not only can the touchscreen be operated with finger input, but also with an input ...

Sascha Mölck, 25 Sep 2020 18:45

The 12.5-inch Surface Laptop will start at US$699.99. (Image source: Microsoft)

New Surface Laptop will start at US$699.99 with an Intel Core i5-1035G1 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage

The pricing of the 12.5-inch Surface Laptop has leaked ahead of the device's expected announcement next month. Apparently Microsoft's budget answer to the regular Surface Laptop series, the 12.5-inch will start at US$699.99 with 4...

Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2020 14:45

The RTX 3090 will be in very short supply at launch according to Nvidia. (Image: Nvidia)

Nvidia warns to expect low stock of impending RTX 3090 launch GPUs, more customer blowback inbound

With the Nvidia RTX 3090 launch a mere few hours away, Nvidia has advised potential buyers to expect a shortage of cards much as was experienced with the recent launch of the RTX 3080 cards. The company has issued a statement alre...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Sep 2020 11:56

The DeskMini X35G is MINISFORUM's latest Mini PC. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

DeskMini X35G: New Mini PC comes with an Intel Ice Lake processor, 16 GB of RAM, Thunderbolt 3 and Dual Gigabit Ethernet

The DeskMini X35G is a Mini PC with an Intel Ice Lake processor, a stylish design and a host of connectivity. MINISFORUM has not scrimped on storage either, as it has included two drive bays and a microSD card slot. The 15 W Mini ...

Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2020 22:46

The Microsoft Surface Pro X is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Arm-based chipset. (Image: Microsoft)

Microsoft, Qualcomm partner on App Assure to get Windows 10 on ARM PCs ready for the Apple Silicon MacBook challenge

Microsoft and Qualcomm have partnered to expand the App Assure Program to Windows 10 PCs powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8cx SoCs. The aim of the program is to encourage developers to make their apps compatible with Windows 10 on...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 23 Sep 2020 12:44

The new HP Pavilion 13 starts at US$679.99. (Image source: HP)

HP Pavilion 13: Compact Tiger Lake laptop launched in three colours for US$679.99

HP has overhauled the Pavilion 13, the most compact laptop in its Pavilion series. The new machine features Intel Tiger Lake processors, an 84% screen-to-body ratio and a choice of colours. The HP Pavilion 13 starts at US$679.99.

Alex Alderson, 22 Sep 2020 14:00

The Pavilion 14 features a new design and more powerful internals. (Image source: HP)

HP Pavilion 14 launched with Intel Tiger Lake processors, an NVIDIA GeForce MX450 GPU and a UHD display

The new HP Pavilion 14 is here with a refreshed design, new processors and in a choice of six colours. The Tiger Lake laptop can be equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce MX450 GPU too and starts from just US$579.99.

Alex Alderson, 22 Sep 2020 14:00

MINISFORUM H31G mini desktop coming next week with NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti graphics(Source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM H31G: Smallest mini desktop with discrete graphics, coming September 29

Next week, the smallest desktop PC with NVIDIA GeForce 1050 Ti graphics will hit the market. The MINISFORUM H31G will launch with the Intel Core i5 9500F (US$659) and Intel Core i7 9700F (US$799) processors inside, both setups als...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Sep 2020 21:35

Microsoft's budget Surface Laptop may feature a quad-core Ice Lake-U series processor. (Image source: Microsoft)

New Surface Laptop hits Geekbench with an Intel Core i5-1035G1 and up to 16 GB of RAM

Microsoft's next Surface Laptop has been spotted on Geekbench with an Intel Core i5-1035G1 and up to 16 GB of RAM. The new model will supposedly be a cheaper answer to the Surface Laptop 3 and may start for as little as US$500. Th...

Alex Alderson, 20 Sep 2020 13:32

NVIDIA GeForce Game Ready Driver 456.38 - What's New (Source: GeForce Experience app)

NVIDIA's GeForce Game Ready Driver 456.38 comes with support for the RTX 3080 and RTX 3090, DLSS and ray tracing in Fortnite, and more

The latest Game Ready driver package from NVIDIA arrived yesterday and comes with day-one optimizations for Halo 3: ODST and Mafia: Definitive Edition, ray tracing and DLSS support for Fortnite, NVIDIA Reflex latency optimization ...

Codrut Nistor, 18 Sep 2020 09:37

Acer Aspire 3 A317-51G in review: 17.3-inch all-rounder offers 2 TB of storage space

The CPU in the Acer Aspire 3 A317-51G is slowed down

The Aspire 3 is a 17.3-inch laptop for the desk at home. The device scores points with a Comet Lake quad-core processor, a GeForce graphics core, and lots of storage capacity.

Sascha Mölck, 18 Sep 2020 05:04

An 85-inch version of the Surface Hub 2S may still be on the way. (Image source: Microsoft)

Leaked 85-inch Surface Hub 2S product images confirm specifications of 2020-bound interactive whiteboard

Product images of the 85-inch Surface Hub 2S have leaked online, confirming several specifications about the interactive whiteboard. Microsoft announced the device almost 18 months ago but the Surface Hub project has stalled since...

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2020 19:44

Microsoft announced the Surface Pro X on October 2, 2019. (Image source: Microsoft)

Surface Pro X 2020 billed to launch in October with custom Microsoft SQ2 processor and 64-bit app support

The Surface Pro X may be one of Microsoft's most stylish products to date, but it did not quite hit the heights as the regular Surface Pro series has. Nonetheless, Microsoft is planning to release a second-generation model, and it...

Alex Alderson, 16 Sep 2020 23:57

The HP ProBook 635 Aero G7. All images via HP

HP announces HP ProBook 635 Aero G7, the world's lightest AMD-based business laptop

The new HP ProBook 635 Aero G7 is the world's lightest AMD-based business laptop. Coming in just under 1 kg, the laptop is powered by the user's choice of AMD Ryzen 4000 series APUs, all wrapped in an aluminum-magnesium alloy made...

Sam Medley, 16 Sep 2020 14:00

The new HP ProBook 400 G8 line. All images via HP.

HP revamps ProBook 400 line with Tiger Lake CPUs and Intel Iris Xe Graphics or Nvidia GeForce MX450 GPUs

HP's new ProBook 400 G8 line comes with Tiger Lake CPUs and Intel Xe or optional Nvidia GeForce MX450 graphics. The laptops are aimed at the home and business markets and will be available in November.

Sam Medley, 16 Sep 2020 14:00

The HP ProBook 630 G8. All images via HP

HP's updated ProBook 600 G8 line brings Tiger Lake to the boardroom

HP's update ProBook 600 G8 series includes three laptops boasting Tiger Lake CPUs and either Intel Xe Graphics or an Nvidia GeForce MX450 GPU. As with all ProBooks, the laptops are well equipped for most office workers.

Sam Medley, 16 Sep 2020 14:00

Armored Warfare 0.33 now available with major tier 7-10 rebalance and more (Source: Armored Warfare on YouTube)

The Spirithaven season comes to an end: Armored Warfare 0.33 is finally available

After a few updates that failed to at least touch this area, Armored Warfare 0.33 comes with a major rebalance of the high-tier vehicles (tiers 7 to 10). In addition to these adjustments, the list of improvements also includes imp...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Sep 2020 13:57

HP ProBook 635 Aero G7: Magnesium ProBook with AMD Ryzen 4000 weighs only 999g

HP is expanding its mid-range ProBook 600 series with a new, lightweight 13.3-inch model powered by AMD Ryzen 4000. For the first time in a ProBook laptop, HP is using magnesium as the chassis material to reduce weight. However, i...

Benjamin Herzig, 16 Sep 2020 08:21

The Dell G3 15 3500 offers solid performance and a stable casing.

Dell G3 15 3500: For everyday gaming

The Dell G3 15 3500 shows that even a mid-range gaming device can have its merits. Hardly any of its features stand out - which is a good thing in this case.

Mike Wobker, 15 Sep 2020 12:47

Schenker Key 15 (Clevo PC50DN2) in review: A lot of performance in a slim, compact case

The Schenker Key 15 gaming laptop weighs just under 2 kg

Thanks to its powerful hardware, the soberly designed Schenker Key 15 brings all the latest computer games smoothly onto the matte 15.6-inch screen (Full HD, IPS, 144 Hz). The device can be individually customized to your own need...

Sascha Mölck, 14 Sep 2020 05:37

Windows 10 version 1903 support coming to an end in December

Although most Windows 10 users should be running at least the version labeled 1909 of Microsoft's operating system, those still stuck with the older version 1903 should be aware that the Redmond giant will stop supporting all its ...

Codrut Nistor, 12 Sep 2020 19:57

Testing the Asus VivoBook 17 F712FA: Lackluster 17.3-inch laptop for home

The Asus VivoBook 17 F712FA only has a weak battery

The VivoBook scores with a Core-i5 processor, 8 GB of working memory (dual-channel mode), and an NMVe SSD, but Asus did some cost-cutting with the battery. Update: Beginning October, the VivoBook is also available with a bigger 47...

Sascha Mölck, 12 Sep 2020 18:15

The Huawei MateBook X and MateBook 14 launched last month in China. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei MateBook X and MateBook 14 come to Europe with 3:2 displays and compact designs

Huawei is bringing the MateBook X and Renoir-powered MateBook 14 to Europe. The two machines will arrive in October for €1,499 and €849, respectively. However, the MateBook 14 will be the more powerful of the two with up to a Ryze...

Alex Alderson, 10 Sep 2020 23:14

The Microsoft Surface Duo is now available. Image via Microsoft.

Microsoft's Surface Duo dual-screen Android phone now available starting at US$1399, early reviews unimpressed

The Surface Duo is now available. Microsoft's dual-screen Android phone has been hotly anticipated, but early reviews suggest the device needs a bit more time to bake; while the design is good, the software is buggy. The phone sta...

Sam Medley, 10 Sep 2020 21:05

The Surface Laptop "Sparti" will arrive before the end of 2020. (Image source: Microsoft)

"Budget" Microsoft Surface Laptop billed for an October release with uninspiring specifications

Rumour has it that Microsoft is working on a 12.5-inch version of the Surface Laptop. Apparently to be billed as a budget model in the same vein as the Surface Go, the device will start at US$500-US$600 with a 10th generation Core...

Alex Alderson, 08 Sep 2020 22:05

Vivaldi 3.3 browser update notification window, Break Mode and various improvements added (Source: Own)

Vivaldi 3.3 now available with Break Mode, a new default theme for private windows, and more

Vivaldi 3.3.2022.86 arrived earlier today for desktop users and it brings a Break Mode, a new default visual theme for private windows, clickable parts of URLs in the address bar, various improvements to the integrated tracker and...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Sep 2020 10:18

Offers a lot of maintenance options: the Nexoc GH7

Nexoc GH7: Maintenance friendly with Clevo barebone

Slimmer and more compact notebooks increase a trend that makes it harder or even impossible for users to perform maintenance tasks on their own device. However, those who don't appreciate this can still find laptops such as the Ne...

Mike Wobker, 06 Sep 2020 17:28

A snippet of the full T15g Gen 1 PSREF. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo posts a full product specs reference for the ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 with the possible configurations available on its launch

The anticipated first-gen T15g is currently thought of as the "gamer's ThinkPad", due to the RTX 20-series graphics that, as some leaks have attested, is destined for this machine. Its maker Lenovo may have put this beyond a doubt...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Sep 2020 20:43

The Witcher 3: The Wild Hunt was released in 2015. (Image source: CD Projekt Red)

The Witcher 3 enhanced is coming to the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC and existing owners of the classic action RPG can get a free update

CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition will be released in an enhanced form as a standalone purchase for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, or PC. On top of that, the new and improved next-gen...

Daniel R Deakin, 05 Sep 2020 08:23

HP 250 G7 in review: Scrap recycling done the HP way

No recommendation for the HP 250 G7, wrong display choice

The HP 250 G7 offers a current Ice Lake processor, a GeForce graphics core, 8 GB of RAM, and an NVMe SSD for just under 500 Euros (~$592). The built-in display is a disappointment.

Sascha Mölck, 05 Sep 2020 03:09

The MSI Prestige 15 packs plenty of impressive hardware for a 1.65 kg laptop. (Image source: MSI)

MSI Prestige 15 refreshed with up to an Intel Core i7-1185G7, Iris Xe Graphics, an 82 Wh battery and an NVIDIA GPU

The revised MSI Prestige 15 comes with up to an Intel Core i7-1185G7, Iris Xe Graphics and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU. The 15-inch machine has two Thunderbolt 4 ports too, along with an 82 Wh battery, dual SO-DIMM slots ...

Alex Alderson, 03 Sep 2020 17:42

The MSI Prestige 14 will be available in three colours. (Image source: MSI)

MSI Prestige 14 gains Tiger Lake processors, Iris Xe Graphics and an Intel EVO edition

The new MSI Prestige 14 has been announced in a choice of Intel Tiger Lake processors. The refreshed 14-inch laptop retains the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU of its predecessor and its 52 Wh battery. MSI has unveiled a Prestig...

Alex Alderson, 03 Sep 2020 17:38

MSI's new Summit Series means business: Tiger Lake CPUs, Intel Xe, Nvidia GeForce GTX graphics, Thunderbolt 4, and more

MSI has unveiled its new line of business laptops. Dubbed the Summit Series, the new machines pack Tiger Lake CPUs and optional Nvidia GeForce or Intel Xe graphics cards. The laptops are specifically designed for business professi...

Sam Medley, 03 Sep 2020 17:30

The Samsung Galaxy Book Flex 5G includes an S Pen stylus. (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung launches first 5G-enabled Galaxy Book Flex thin and light convertible with 13 MP camera and Intel Gen 11 Tiger Lake-U CPUs

The new thin and light Samsung Galaxy Book Flex 5G convertible ultrabook packs Intel's new i5 / i7 quad-core Tiger Lake-U CPUs with integrated Iris Xe graphics coupled with up to 16 GB of LPDDR4x-4266 RAM and up to 512 GB of NVMe ...

Bogdan Solca, 03 Sep 2020 14:57

The Asus ZenBook Flip S UX371. (Source: Asus)

The 2020 Asus ZenBook Flip S is the first notebook verified to conform to Intel's 11th-gen platform

Asus' Intel 11th-gen Core-based notebook line-up contains a ZenBook Flip S, for the first time in quite a while. This new variant (the UX371) features the new OLED NanoEdge PANTONE-validated panel as many of its new siblings. It a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Sep 2020 00:13

War Thunder 1.101 "Raining Fire" now live with new war machines, weapons, and more September 2 2020

War Thunder 1.101 "Raining Fire" is here: almost 30 new war machines, bug fixes, improvements, and more

Released earlier today, War Thunder "Raining Fire" comes after the major update that was labeled 1.99 and is labeled 1.101 instead of 2.01 as many were expecting. The list of changes includes over 30 war machines across most natio...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Sep 2020 19:58

The new 13.9-inch ZenBook S UX393. (Image via Asus)

Asus announces compact ZenBook S UX393 with 3:2 3K display and Intel Xe graphics

The new ZenBook S from Asus features a beautiful 3300 x 2200 display, the latest silicon and graphics from Intel, and a few quality-of-life conveniences in its 15 mm thin chassis.

Sam Medley, 02 Sep 2020 19:00

Windows

Avita releases the Ryzen 7 3700U-powered Admiror laptop to the UK market

A new leak may point to a Tiger Lake-based Huawei laptop in the works

Windows XP code now widely available, but still via unofficial channels

Konami re-releases Metal Gear Solid and Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance on PC

15.6-inch Convertible With Pen Support: The HP Envy x360 15 (2020)

New Surface Laptop will start at US$699.99 with an Intel Core i5-1035G1 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage

Nvidia warns to expect low stock of impending RTX 3090 launch GPUs, more customer blowback inbound

DeskMini X35G: New Mini PC comes with an Intel Ice Lake processor, 16 GB of RAM, Thunderbolt 3 and Dual Gigabit Ethernet

83% HP Envy x360 15 (2020) Review: Ryzen 5 with bad performance utilization

Microsoft, Qualcomm partner on App Assure to get Windows 10 on ARM PCs ready for the Apple Silicon MacBook challenge

HP Pavilion 13: Compact Tiger Lake laptop launched in three colours for US$679.99

HP Pavilion 14 launched with Intel Tiger Lake processors, an NVIDIA GeForce MX450 GPU and a UHD display

MINISFORUM H31G: Smallest mini desktop with discrete graphics, coming September 29

New Surface Laptop hits Geekbench with an Intel Core i5-1035G1 and up to 16 GB of RAM

NVIDIA's GeForce Game Ready Driver 456.38 comes with support for the RTX 3080 and RTX 3090, DLSS and ray tracing in Fortnite, and more

The CPU in the Acer Aspire 3 A317-51G is slowed down

Leaked 85-inch Surface Hub 2S product images confirm specifications of 2020-bound interactive whiteboard

Intel Core i7-1185G7 in Review - First Tiger Lake Benchmarks

Surface Pro X 2020 billed to launch in October with custom Microsoft SQ2 processor and 64-bit app support

HP announces HP ProBook 635 Aero G7, the world's lightest AMD-based business laptop

HP revamps ProBook 400 line with Tiger Lake CPUs and Intel Iris Xe Graphics or Nvidia GeForce MX450 GPUs

HP's updated ProBook 600 G8 line brings Tiger Lake to the boardroom

The Spirithaven season comes to an end: Armored Warfare 0.33 is finally available

HP ProBook 635 Aero G7: Magnesium ProBook with AMD Ryzen 4000 weighs only 999g

76% Acer Aspire 3 A317-51G in review: 17.3-inch all-rounder offers 2 TB of storage space

Dell G3 15 3500: For everyday gaming

82% Dell G3 15 3500 laptop in review: Robust gaming notebook with 144 Hz screen

The Schenker Key 15 gaming laptop weighs just under 2 kg

Windows 10 version 1903 support coming to an end in December

The Asus VivoBook 17 F712FA only has a weak battery

85% Schenker Key 15 (Clevo PC50DN2) in review: A lot of performance in a slim, compact case

Huawei MateBook X and MateBook 14 come to Europe with 3:2 displays and compact designs

Microsoft's Surface Duo dual-screen Android phone now available starting at US$1399, early reviews unimpressed

77% Asus VivoBook 17 F712FA Review: Lackluster 17.3-inch laptop for home

"Budget" Microsoft Surface Laptop billed for an October release with uninspiring specifications

Vivaldi 3.3 now available with Break Mode, a new default theme for private windows, and more

Nexoc GH7: Maintenance friendly with Clevo barebone

Lenovo posts a full product specs reference for the ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 with the possible configurations available on its launch

The Witcher 3 enhanced is coming to the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC and existing owners of the classic action RPG can get a free update

No recommendation for the HP 250 G7, wrong display choice

82% Nexoc GH7 (Clevo NH77DCQ) Review: Gaming laptop with a replaceable battery

Honor MagicBook Pro: Exclusive hands-on of the 16-inch laptop with Ryzen 5 4600H SoC

MSI Prestige 15 refreshed with up to an Intel Core i7-1185G7, Iris Xe Graphics, an 82 Wh battery and an NVIDIA GPU

MSI Prestige 14 gains Tiger Lake processors, Iris Xe Graphics and an Intel EVO edition

MSI's new Summit Series means business: Tiger Lake CPUs, Intel Xe, Nvidia GeForce GTX graphics, Thunderbolt 4, and more

Samsung launches first 5G-enabled Galaxy Book Flex thin and light convertible with 13 MP camera and Intel Gen 11 Tiger Lake-U CPUs

75% HP 250 G7 in review: Scrap recycling done the HP way

The 2020 Asus ZenBook Flip S is the first notebook verified to conform to Intel's 11th-gen platform

War Thunder 1.101 "Raining Fire" is here: almost 30 new war machines, bug fixes, improvements, and more

Asus announces compact ZenBook S UX393 with 3:2 3K display and Intel Xe graphics

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