Articles by Mark Hachman
AMD's new Ryzen 8000 laptop CPUs are built for an AI future
AMD has announced the Ryzen 8000 family of laptop processors, part of a push to create the AI PC. The chips feature improved AI in conjunction with software development efforts.
Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 review: Superb USB-C dock, superb price
The Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station is a USB-C docking station that offers dual 4K display capabilities across a standard USB-C port, provided you have the hardware. But the value is tremendous.
Acer's affordable Nitro V gaming laptop embraces Ryzen 8040 CPUs
Acer signs on to support the AMD Ryzen 8040 with a $1,000 version of the Nitro V budget gaming laptop using AMD's new chip.
Microsoft Copilot turns 1, promising deeper, more sophisticated search
Microsoft says its AI chatbot, Copilot, will receive a wealth of new features in the coming months, with deeper, more sophisticated input and understanding.
Microsoft will charge consumers for extended Windows 10 support
For the first time, Microsoft will allow consumers to buy extended-support subscriptions to Windows 10 so you can avoid moving to Windows 11.
Did Windows 11's 2023 Update slow down your PC? Try this
A Reddit user found that their CPU performance fell by about 8 percent after applying the Windows 11 2023 Update (Windows 1 23H2). Microsoft supplied a fix.
'Snake oil:' Intel slams AMD's confusing Ryzen laptop branding
Intel slams rival AMD in a public presentation designed to call out AMD's processor naming scheme, which Intle claims hides old hardware behind a modern brand.
Microsoft guts Microsoft Rewards points, and its fans are outraged
Microsoft appears to be nickel-and-diming users and fans of its Microsoft Rewards program, which gives "frequent-flyer" points that can be traded in for gift cards.
Report: Windows 12 will release in June 2024, Taiwan's PC makers think
A report by Taiwan's Commercial Times says that Taiwan PC makers are planning for Windows 12 to be released on or around June 2024, launching the AI PC.
Evernote drastically cuts back on its free plan
Note-taking app Evernote has placed steep limits on its free plan, pushing users to paid plans instead.
As flash prices rise, the end of great SSD deals may be near
Analysts are warning that the price of some flash memory has doubled since the summer, meaning that SSD prices should begin rising soon, too.
Microsoft's Xbox app update tips its cap to portable gaming with new mode
Microsoft has updated its Xbox app for PCs with new tweaks designed to help portable PC gamers get more out of their consoles.
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Cyber Monday Thunderbolt docking station deals are already at some of the best deals of the year. Here are the best deals available, complete with explanations of why to buy.
Best Cyber Monday Chromebook deals
Cyber Monday is here! Here are the best Cyber Monday Chromebook deals we've found from Lenovo, Acer, HP and more.
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Our pick for the very best Thunderbolt dock you can buy, the Kensington SD5780T, is on sale for at least a third off for Cyber Monday.
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Surfshark VPN is offering two great deals for Cyber Monday, allowing you to install VPNs on all of your PCs and phones for 80 percent off for a two-year subscription.