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Report: After 13 years, Samsung will be returning to Computex this year

David Uzondu — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 16:14:01 +0000

A new report has stated that after an unexplained hiatus from Computex for 13 years, Samsung will be making a comeback. Read more...

Justin "Mac" Long is abandoning Apple for a Snapdragon X Windows PC in new promo video

John Callaham — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:14:02 +0000

Qualcomm showed a promo video at the end of its Computex 2024 keynote showing actor Justin Long, who was a long-time spokesperson for Apple, using his Mac to try to order a Snapdragon X Windows PC. Read more...

Qualcomm teases Snapdragon X Elite chips are coming to all types of PC form factors

John Callaham — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:26:01 +0000

During its Computex 2024 keynote address, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon teased that its Snapdragon X Elite chips for Windows laptops will be available for "all form factors" of PCs in the future. Read more...

Nvidia app beta gets updated, Star Wars Outlaws will support DLSS 3.5, and more

John Callaham — Sun, 02 Jun 2024 14:20:02 +0000

Nvidia used Computex 2024 to announce a new update for its GPU PC beta app with some new features. Also, the upcoming Star Wars Outlaws will support Nvidia's DLSS 3.5 graphics tech and more. Read more...

Nvidia reveals Project G-Assist as a way to help gamers with AI created answers to questions

John Callaham — Sun, 02 Jun 2024 13:10:01 +0000

At Computex 2024, Nvidia announced a new demo for a future service called Project G-Assist. It's designed to help gamers get answers to questions via AI while they are playing games. Read more...

ASRock seemingly confirms X670E as the new flagship AM5 chipset for AMD Ryzen 7000 (Zen 4)

Sayan Sen — Fri, 20 May 2022 15:52:01 +0000

A recent report suggested that AMD was going to debut a brand-new class of chipset dubbed X670E which was going to be even better than X670. AMD partner ASRock has seemingly confirmed the report. Read more...

Intel launches the first U-series processor capable of 5GHz speeds

João Carrasqueira — Mon, 31 May 2021 02:30:01 +0000

At its Computex 2021 keynote, Intel has unveiled the latest additions to its Tiger Lake family of processors. These include a new range-topper capable of boosting to 5GHz with Turbo Boost Max. Read more...

Computex 2020 is officially cancelled because of coronavirus

Mehrotra A — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 04:14:01 +0000

The coronavirus pandemic has forced tech companies to cancel their in-person events to protect the attendees. After being postponed, Taiwan authorities have now taken a decision to axe Computex 2020. Read more...

Computex 2020 gets pushed back to late September because of coronavirus

João Carrasqueira — Tue, 24 Mar 2020 17:51:29 +0000

As the world struggles to limit the spread of the COVID-19 disease, large events continue to be canceled or delayed. This year's Computex will now take place in September instead of June. Read more...

AMD announces its 7nm Ryzen 3000 CPU and Radeon 5000 GPU lineups

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Mon, 27 May 2019 10:54:01 +0000

AMD today announced and detailed the next generation of its 7nm CPU and GPU products, including five new processors leveraging its Zen 2 architecture and the new Radeon 5000 Navi GPU series. Read more...

Nvidia announces ray tracing support for Wolfenstein: Youngblood, and more

Hamza Jawad — Mon, 27 May 2019 10:26:01 +0000

Nvidia has announced real-time ray tracing support for Bethesda's upcoming title, Wolfenstein: Youngblood. The title is also being offered bundled with eligible RTX GPUs for a limited time. Read more...

Intel shows off the Core i9-9900KS, the first CPU with all eight cores running at 5GHz

Rich Woods — Sun, 26 May 2019 15:00:01 +0000

Ahead of Computex today, Intel previewed some of its newest innovations, such as the Core i9-9900KS, a beast of a CPU for gamers that can run all eight cores at a max frequency of 5GHz. Read more...

Intel “forgot” to mention its 5GHz 28-core processor was overclocked

Vishal Laul — Fri, 08 Jun 2018 12:58:02 +0000

Intel demoed a 28-core 5GHz processor earlier this week at Computex, stating that it would launch it later this year. However, the company "forgot" to mention that it had overclocked that processor. Read more...

AMD teases 32-core Threadripper processor at Computex, launch set for Q3 2018

Jay Bonggolto — Wed, 06 Jun 2018 07:18:01 +0000

The second-generation Threadripper chip will run on AMD's 12nm Zen+ architecture and handle 64 threads at a time while still fitting in the same socket size as the original version. Read more...

MSI unveils new gaming laptops with slim bezels at Computex 2018

Jay Bonggolto — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 10:08:01 +0000

The 15.6-inch GF63 packs up to 8th-generation Intel Core i7 processor, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti graphics, and up to 7 hours of battery life. The PS42, meanwhile, measures 15.9mm and weighs 1.19 kg. Read more...

Intel teases mammoth single-socket 28-core processor for PCs

Boyd Chan — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 09:54:01 +0000

In an announcement at Computex 2018, Intel decided to show off a 28-core CPU clocked at a blistering 5GHz in a live demo. The yet-to-be-named processor could launch by the end of the year. Read more...

Asus' Project Precog is a futuristic dual-screen laptop coming next year

Usama Jawad — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 09:06:01 +0000

Asus has announced a rather interesting dual-screen laptop dubbed Project Precog at Computex 2018. The machine is powered by AI and machine learning and might be released sometime next year. Read more...

Lenovo teases second generation Yoga Book with Halo keyboard

Usama Jawad — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 08:36:01 +0000

At the ongoing Computex 2018 expo at Taipei, Lenovo has teased its upcoming second generation of the Yoga Book, which featured a Halo keyboard. The new device will feature more powerful Intel CPUs. Read more...

Asus ZenBook Pro offers 5.5-inch touchscreen LCD trackpad

Timi Cantisano — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 06:22:01 +0000

When it comes to showing off computer products, Computex is the main stage. Asus has revealed its latest ZenBook Pro laptops, offering a 5.5-inch touchscreen display that also doubles as a trackpad. Read more...

ASUS announces the Gladius II Wireless Gaming Mouse and more

João Carrasqueira — Mon, 04 Jun 2018 17:42:01 +0000

As part of its Computex announcements, ASUS has unveiled a new wireless gaming mouse, as well as a new mouse pad which includes optional Qi wireless charging, but doesn't charge the wireless mouse. Read more...

Corsair announces new Vengeance RGB Pro modules

Saumitra Bhagwat — Mon, 04 Jun 2018 16:32:01 +0000

Positioned above Corsair's current Vengeance RGB line, the Vengeance RGB Pro modules are rated for up to DDR4-4000 speeds, feature new aluminum heat spreaders, and a light bar with 10 RGB LEDs. Read more...

Asus teases likely ROG gaming smartphone, launching at Computex 2018

Jay Bonggolto — Fri, 01 Jun 2018 19:04:01 +0000

Asus may finally launch its own gaming smartphone as part of the ROG (Republic of Gamers) brand next week when Computex 2018 kicks off in Taipei. The company teased the device with a game controller. Read more...

Updated ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 packs up to Intel i9-8950HK, GTX 1050, likely launch in June

Jay Bonggolto — Sun, 06 May 2018 08:48:02 +0000

ASUS is expected to unveil an update to its ZenBook Pro 15 at the upcoming Computex show, equipped with Intel's Coffee Lake-H processors, NVIDIA's GeForce GTX 1050 graphics and up to 1TB of storage. Read more...

Corsair's Concept Zeus gaming mouse offers Qi wireless charging through mouse pad

Timi Cantisano — Sat, 03 Jun 2017 15:42:01 +0000

At Computex in Taiwan, Corsair revealed its Concept Zeus gaming mouse that offers Qi wireless charging via its accompanying mouse pad. The device can also charge other Qi compatible devices. Read more...

Asus announces new ROG Zephyrus, the world's slimmest laptop with GTX 1080

Usama Jawad — Wed, 31 May 2017 07:22:01 +0000

Asus has unveiled what it calls the "world slimmest laptop with Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080" at Computex 2017. The machine is 16.9mm thick at its thinnest point and weighs just a little over 2kg. Read more...

Asus' new ZenBook range starts at $1,099, includes "world's thinnest, lightest convertible"

Usama Jawad — Mon, 29 May 2017 10:20:02 +0000

At Computex 2017, Asus has taken the stage to unveil its latest ZenBook laptops. The premium devices offer up to 4K UHD displays, among other respectable specifications, and start at $1,099. Read more...

Zotac announces mini PC refresh ahead of Computex, including the "VR-ready" Magnus EN980

Adrian Potoroaca — Thu, 26 May 2016 11:08:01 +0000

Zotac is preparing to make an impression with an updated line of mini desktop PCs at the upcoming Computex 2016, and judging by some of the details in their announcement, they probably will. Read more...

Dell unveils the stunning XPS 15 with Infinity Display

Vlad Dudau — Wed, 03 Jun 2015 08:40:01 +0000

Dell has given us a sneak peek at its upcoming XPS 15 laptop. The device is beautiful and features the same 'Infinity Display' that made the XPS 13 one of the best laptops of the year. Read more...

Microsoft shows off a range of new Windows Phones at Computex

Andy Weir — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 09:00:07 +0000

Microsoft revealed a number of handsets on the way from its Windows Phone partners today, including the oddly named Yezz Billy 4.7, which is just 7.2mm-thick, and some very colourful phones from Blu. Read more...

Microsoft unveils new Windows devices

Vlad Dudau — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 08:38:06 +0000

On stage at Computex, Microsoft showed off a number of recently launched Windows devices as well as some we hadn't seen before. Among these a HP 2-in-1 device and a 7-inch tablet from Toshiba. Read more...

Asus announces Windows 8 home theater VivoPC and VivoMouse

John Callaham — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 18:17:25 +0000

Asus has announced plans to release the VivoPC Windows 8 home theater system, along with the VivoMouse, a device that combines the features of a PC mouse with a touchpad. Read more...

Asus shows Windows 8 Zenbook Prime Ultrabook

John Callaham — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:18:29 +0000

Asus is showing off a touch screen enabled version of its 11 inch Zenbook Prime Ultrabook that's being made for running Windows 8 at the Computex trade show this week. Read more...

Windows 8 tablet with AMD processor demoed

John Callaham — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 12:08:04 +0000

AMD showed a prototype Windows 8 tablet with one of its Trinity A6 APUs at Computex this week but other details about what the tablet had inside were not revealed. Read more...

Acer: No plans for non-tablet WindowsRT products

John Callaham — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 15:45:29 +0000

Acer has said that it has no plans to release a WindowsRT-based product that isn't a tablet device, meaning that WindowsRT-based notebooks and desktops will be in short supply. Read more...

Samsung shows off Windows 8 hybrid laptop-tablet

John Callaham — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 15:15:29 +0000

At Computex this week, Samsung let the public see a Series 5 portable running on Windows 8 that's a hybrid of a notebook and a tablet, with a magnetic-based keyboard. Read more...

Samsung shows upcoming Windows 8 all-in-one PC

John Callaham — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 13:15:29 +0000

Samsung displayed an upcoming Series 7 all-in-one PC design at Computex this week which allows for both voice and touch screen controls with 10 finger touch support. Read more...

Toshiba reveals some Windows 8 concept products

John Callaham — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 12:45:29 +0000

Toshiba is showing off some concept designs for products that would be running on Windows 8, including a tablet with a detachable keyboard and one with a sliding keyboard. Read more...

Lenovo shows off upcoming ThinkPad Windows 8 tablet

John Callaham — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 12:15:29 +0000

Lenovo is showing off a ThinkPad tablet running on Windows 8 at Computex this week. The 10.1 inch tablet has an Intel processor inside and over 10 hours of battery power. Read more...

Acer shows off two upcoming Windows 8 tablets

John Callaham — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 06:37:47 +0000

Acer used its Computex press event to announced plans for two upcoming Windows 8-based tablets, including an 11.6 inch Iconia W700 and the 10.1 inch Iconia W510 model. Read more...

Acer reveals Windows 8 all-in-one Aspire U PCs

John Callaham — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 06:00:54 +0000

Acer has revealed plans to launch a new line of all-in-one PCs based on Windows 8. The 27 inch Aspire 7600U has a 64-point touch screen and the 23 inch Aspire 5600U is reportedly the thinnest AIO PC. Read more...