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Refurbished HP ProDesk desktop with a powerful CPU is a strong bargain

Paul Hill — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:34:02 +0000

If you're looking for a Windows 11 Pro office computer at an affordable price, check out the HP ProDesk 600 G6. Read more...

Nvidia is working with PC makers on new Small Form Factor guidelines for cases and GPU cards

John Callaham — Sun, 02 Jun 2024 13:26:01 +0000

As part of Computex 2024, Nvidia has announced it is working with PC makers to create a new guideline so people who want to build a Small Form Factor PC can get the right case and graphics card. Read more...

How to give a computer the time it needs to become ready

Adam Bottjen — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 15:16:01 +0000

Have you ever restarted your computer but it took a while to become useable? Have you ever tried to open something again because it didn't open up as quickly as you wanted? Patience is a virtue. Read more...

macOS Monterey is reportedly bricking old Macs

Karthik Mudaliar — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:02:01 +0000

After updating to macOS Monterey, users are flocking to social media saying how the latest macOS update has bricked their Mac computers. There's also a probable solution that has surfaced online. Read more...

Raspberry Pi Computing Education Research Centre aims for education “step-change”

Paul Hill — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 01:46:01 +0000

The Raspberry Pi Foundation is working with the University of Cambridge to launch a research centre that will try to discover the best ways to teach computing and computer science to kids. Read more...

Raspberry Pi Foundation unveils a case fan for the Raspberry Pi 4

Jefferson Mangubat — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 20:32:01 +0000

The Raspberry Pi Foundation has launched a Raspberry Pi 4 case fan designed to keep the board's temperature low as it runs at maximum performance for extended periods. It's available from today. Read more...

IBM, Red Hat and others want inclusive language in software

Paul Hill — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:12:01 +0000

IBM and Red Hat are among firms pushing for more inclusion in the software industry. The Inclusive Naming Initiative will look at terms like blacklist and whitelist and suggest alternatives. Read more...

5 Ways to Show Your PC Some Love - Free How-To Geek Guide

Steven Parker — Wed, 27 May 2020 18:46:01 +0000

Whether you're under self-quarantine or government-mandated isolation, it's a great time to catch up on any goals you haven't had time to pursue. Or, you could just take care of your PC. Read more...

COVID-19 lockdown exposes digital poverty in the UK

Paul Hill — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 17:56:01 +0000

The COVID-19 lockdown in the UK has brought the issue of digital poverty to the forefront. Many families in the country do not have access to a suitable computer or internet connection for education. Read more...

Toshiba's new algorithm seemingly leverages quantum computing while running on ordinary PCs

Ather Fawaz — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 20:06:01 +0000

Employing the principles of quantum computing while running on a PC built with off-the-shelf components, Toshiba's Simulated Bifurcation Algorithm churns through market data in microseconds. Read more...

Apple's new Mac Pro may have been spotted in Calvin Harris' studio ahead of release

Ather Fawaz — Sat, 09 Nov 2019 19:32:01 +0000

Ensconced perfectly on the floor at Calvin Harris' music studio, a potential upcoming Mac Pro can be seen while the DJ shows off his productions and music studio in an Instagram story. Read more...

Intel says it has adequate 10nm chips this year to meet targets amid supply crunch

Ruel Revales — Sat, 29 Sep 2018 07:48:02 +0000

Intel's CFO and interim CEO, Robert Swan, is reassuring customers that its chip business will be able to make enough 10nm processors in order to fulfill its target volume production this year. Read more...

Learn how to build a computer with this discounted $19 course bundle

News Staff — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 15:00:01 +0000

With today's deal, save a massive 94% off with this How to Build a Computer Bundle. Build Your Own Custom PC or Dramatically Improve Your Current One's Performance with This Quick 4-Hour Bundle. Read more...

Intel's credit card-sized computer is coming this August

Richard Tyr Blewitt — Wed, 31 May 2017 11:02:02 +0000

This tiny computer from Intel has been designed as a platform to help developers and businesses integrate their products into the Internet of Things. The device will be available this August. Read more...

Star Trek fans rejoice; Amazon will finally let you use 'Computer' as a wake word for Alexa

Rich Woods — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 02:32:01 +0000

Amazon has added 'Computer' to the list of wake words that can be used for Alexa-powered devices, such as the Echo and Echo Dot. Now, fans can live out their Star Trek fantasies. Read more...

Computers can now spot autism in people using facial cues

Justin Luna — Thu, 05 Jan 2017 11:18:01 +0000

Researchers have developed a computer algorithm that helps when it comes to diagnosing people with ADHD or autism-like disorders. To do this, they observed the behavior of a number of subjects. Read more...

Accidentally invented battery has the ability to last for 400 years

Justin Luna — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 07:24:01 +0000

New research at the University of California Irvine has developed a new kind of battery that can be recharged hundreds of thousands of times, providing even more power than our batteries today. Read more...

Microsoft's co-founders hacked computer to meet girls while at school

Paul Hill — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 03:32:01 +0000

In a BBC Radio interview, Gates gives a 42 minute overview of his accomplishments in life. Interestingly while at school, he and Paul Allen 'hacked' the computer so Gates could be in all-girl classes. Read more...

AlomWare Reset 2.50

Razvan Serea — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 11:44:01 +0000

AlomWare Reset: Why wait for your PC to reboot? Quickly reset in 10 seconds instead! Read more...

Toshiba saw record loss in 2015, promises to cut 5% of its workforce

Jett Goldsmith — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 19:16:01 +0000

Amid a massive financial scandal and poor sales, Japanese tech giant Toshiba has posted a record loss of $4.53 billion in 2015, and has promised to cut 5% of its workforce - around 6,800 workers. Read more...

Microsoft is downloading Windows 10 to your device, whether you've reserved it or not

Usama Jawad — Fri, 11 Sep 2015 11:23:03 +0000

A report has surfaced claiming that Microsoft will download the files required for Windows 10 on your device, whether you have reserved the free upgrade or not. The company has confirmed this claim. Read more...

Students would rather learn to code than study a foreign language, according to study

Justin Luna — Tue, 08 Sep 2015 08:56:01 +0000

In a recent research by an online store, it seems that children would prefer to learn computer programming more than learn a foreign language. However, this was seen by some as an "easy option." Read more...

Gaming PCs are using an insane amount of power, new study claims

Christian O'Brien — Fri, 04 Sep 2015 05:10:01 +0000

With PC gaming on the rise, a new study has found gaming computers are using $10 billion or 75 terawatt hours' worth of electricity a year, worldwide, 10 times more than consoles. Read more...

Back to the Start: Windows 95 celebrates its 20th birthday

Moshe Jacobs — Mon, 24 Aug 2015 07:52:01 +0000

Two decades ago, Windows 95 was released. We take a look back at some of the most notable features of the popular operating system and its influence on later versions of Windows. Read more...

TechSpot: TechSpot PC Buying Guide Mid-2015 Update

Julio Franco — Tue, 19 May 2015 07:36:01 +0000

The TechSpot PC Buying Guide offers an in-depth list of today's best desktop PC hardware, spanning 5 unique budgets. Whether you're a newbie seeking guidance or a seasoned enthusiast, we've got you. Read more...

Microsoft's hinged dual-screen patent is likely related to the Courier

Max Slater-Robins — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 15:46:01 +0000

A new patent, filed in 2010 by Microsoft, shows a subtle hinge that would enable a device to sit at 180 degrees without being noticeable ushering in a potential era of dual-screen devices. Read more...

Parents in Taiwan are now legally obliged to limit their kids' computer time

Justin Luna — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 16:56:01 +0000

A law has been expanded in Taiwan that obliges parents to regulate their children's time on the usage of electronic devices. The law now also equates excessive gadget use with smoking and drinking. Read more...

Confirmed: Windows Blue ditches "Computer" for "This PC"

Tim Schiesser — Tue, 25 Jun 2013 07:46:06 +0000

The Windows Server 2012 R2 Preview has revealed changes that we expected: "Computer" has been renamed to "This PC", while Libraries are hidden by default in favor of top-level folders. Read more...

Dell's Project Ophelia could be in your pocket in July

Paul Ferson — Mon, 20 May 2013 06:10:51 +0000

According to a new report, Dell's Ophelia mini-computer could be on the market as soon as July. There's no word on price or specifications, but Dell is keen to market the product towards businesses. Read more...

'Computer' renamed to 'This PC' in latest Windows 8.1 build

Tim Schiesser — Fri, 10 May 2013 02:06:41 +0000

A screenshot from an unspecified build of Windows 8.1 has revealed some minor changes, including a renaming of 'Computer' to 'This PC', and a removal of the Libraries feature in favor of folders Read more...

Netbook shipments to die completely by 2015

Tim Schiesser — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:27:10 +0000

iSuppli is predicting that netbook shipments will completely die off by 2015, while shipments this year will fall 72% to just 3.97m. The rise in popularity of tablets is understandably to blame. Read more...

Purchase a PC from the Microsoft Store, get a $100 voucher

Tim Schiesser — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 01:07:12 +0000

Microsoft is handing out $100 vouchers for all purchases of PCs over $699 until February 19th; unfortunately the deal excludes the Surface range, and the voucher can't be used for Surface products Read more...

Here are some early Apple computer designs

Tim Schiesser — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 05:22:25 +0000

Occasionally it's interesting to look back on early computer designs, so here we have some photos (courtesy of Designboom) of early concepts for Apple computers, laptops and even tablets. Read more...

Classic Apple I computer sells for whopping $630,000

Tim Schiesser — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 01:47:13 +0000

A classic Apple I computer, Apple's first production PC built by Steve Wozniak's hands in 1976, has sold for a record breaking $630,000 to an anonymous internet bidder at a recent auction Read more...

Microsoft sues 27-year partner over work quality

Paul Ferson — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 00:46:01 +0000

Microsoft has turned against a partner they've had since the mid-1980s in Callison Architecture, due to poor quality work on one of their main data centers. This left thousands of machines at risk. Read more...

Review: Matias Tactile Pro 3.0

Paul Ferson — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 07:20:11 +0000

Paul Ferson takes a look at the Matias Corporation's Tactile Pro keyboard; a mechanical keyboard aiming to improve on the formula Apple showed the world in 1987, as well as adding new touches. Read more...

After six years, Wakoopa Social closes down

Paul Ferson — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:30:45 +0000

Wakoopa, self-described as the "Last.fm of software", is to shut down at the end of the month,. Users will be able to download their data before it is gone forever. Read more...

Silver mine manages to maintain late 1980s PC

Paul Ferson — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:33:46 +0000

Neowin discovers a classic computer from the late 1980s, operating still as a daily piece of hardware at a silver mine somewhere in the world. Read more...

AMD reduces 7000-series card prices

Paul Ferson — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:11:34 +0000

AMD has announced a price reduction today on a number of its 7000-series graphics cards, with its flagship 7970 now undercutting the NVIDIA GTX 680. Read more...

Survey finds 90% of users don't know about CTRL+F

Owen Williams — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:06:21 +0000

A survey conducted by Google has found that 9 in 10 users have no idea what the CTRL + F shortcut does, nor that such functionality existed. Read more...