Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite PCs might just work
For too long, PCs with Snapdragon Arm chips inside of them have been a mixed bag: some native apps run well, but others have stuttered and hung if they weren’t coded correctly. Those days may…
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Windows PCs are now getting the free upgrade to Windows 11
If you have a Windows 10 computer, Microsoft will offer you a free upgrade to Windows 11. Provided the hardware of the Windows 10 computer is compatible, otherwise Windows 11 will refuse the installation. Microsoft…
Google’s best AI editing tools are coming to Chromebooks, not PCs
Some of the best AI editing tools Google Photos offers, including Magic Eraser, are coming to Chromebooks — no subscription required. But PCs are apparently being left out in the cold. Google has traditionally launched…
When should you upgrade your PC’s motherboard?
If you realize that your system is falling short of expectations, a new motherboard could be the solution. This is particularly necessary if you are due for a processor upgrade that requires a new socket…
Chrome browser for Snapdragon PCs lands just in time
Google has published a final, shipping version if its Chrome browser for Snapdragon PCs just a few short weeks before the launch of PCs using the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor. Chrome for Windows on…
How to check your PC’s CPU temperature
Is your computer’s CPU too hot? If your PC starts spontaneously shutting down, locking up, or acting sluggish during intense tasks, overheating could be the issue, especially when the intense summer heat is scorching. Keeping…
Intel approved to sell ‘delidded’ Core chips in gaming PCs
Intel will officially offer a “delidded” version of the Core i9-14900KS through its PC partners, including a warranty, an official representative confirmed Friday. The company’s new option was reported earlier via YouTube Roman ‘der8auer’ Hartung…
Maingear’s hidden-cable aesthetic goes mainstream with Project Zero PCs
If you were impressed by Maingear’s limited-edition release of the Zero Drop desktop and its rear-connection cable technology, you’ll be happy to hear that you now can begin ordering the Zero Series of prebuilt gaming…
AI PCs need useful software. Amazing audio filters are the first step
You’re working at home, rocking out to an embarrassing pop playlist. Suddenly, your boss requests a video chat. Do you scramble to turn off Spotify? Two years ago, sure. But not now. You’re probably used…
Best antivirus software for Windows PCs 2024: Reviews and top picks
Antivirus software is a necessary tool in today’s online world. Attacks are only becoming more sophisticated, especially with the continued rise of AI. Even the most tech-savvy and cautious among us can drop their guard at…