It might be hard to imagine now, but Microsoft used to offer a number of add-on apps that didn't require a subscription to unlock their full potential. Some of them were paid, like the Microsoft Plus! suite and its successor, Windows Ultimate Extras, but you could also enjoy applications such as Photo Story without paying a dime. The customization potential and the geeky challenge of dabbling … [Read more...]
Best GPUs for deep learning in 2023
It's no secret that the recent leaps in AI, including ChatGPT and Stable Diffusion, are impressive. They can create text, images, video, and more, all based on a text prompt, with little user input at all. The other thing they have in common is that they all run in the cloud, so they're on somebody else's computer, and can be expensive once subscription fees are taken into account. … [Read more...]
How to reset your computer but keep Microsoft Office
If your favorite laptop isn't running right, or your great desktop isn't running so great anymore, it may be time for a refresh. A common way to reboot a sluggish system is with a good, old-fashioned reboot. While that may fix some issues and help your device run more smoothly, you might be wondering what might happen to your Microsoft Office installation during the reset process. … [Read more...]
Best of 2023: Our favorite products that were announced this year
2023 may initially look like a rather typical year in the consumer tech world, but it could end up being a very important one that shifts the mobile computing landscape. Qualcomm finally introduced a custom-designed ARM silicon for Windows machines, which promises to bring the power and efficiency of Apple silicon to the Windows laptop space. Apple, of course, countered with a new set of M3 … [Read more...]
Can you upgrade RAM in Lenovo's ThinkPad T14s Gen 4?
The ThinkPad T14s (Gen 4), refreshed for 2023, is one of Lenovo's flagship business laptops from the legendary T series. It's a sibling to the standard T14, with a lighter and thinner build, larger battery capacity, and optional 5G connectivity. It's a great laptop for those who want to remain as mobile as possible while still enjoying robust security and long-lasting … [Read more...]
How to remove Linux from dual boot
Linux is a great open-source operating system that comes in many different flavors and distributions. It's designed to run on all kinds of hardware, which is why many users tend to dual-boot a Linux flavor like Ubuntu or Linux Mint alongside Windows 11. Unfortunately, however, if you change your mind about Linux and want to get rid of it, there's no easy way to remove Linux from a dual … [Read more...]
As AI and ML boom, Apple isn't going to be left out
If there was a technology of the year award for 2023, it would all but certainly go to artificial intelligence. The technology has grown rapidly over the past year and went mainstream with OpenAI's ChatGPT. Many of the biggest tech companies, like Microsoft and Google, have gotten in on the action. Apple has been noticeably quiet, though, leaving people wondering what the company could be … [Read more...]
How to shut down Linux from the terminal
One of the most obvious things you'll have to do in Linux, whether you're on a Linux-based laptop or desktop, is to shut it down. Unless you want your system to be on all the time, such as if you're running as a server, it's essential to turn off your device to conserve energy. Usually, you can do this by pressing the physical power button on your computer or choosing shutdown … [Read more...]
Will more RAM help lower the CPU usage?
The CPU is one of the most important components of a computer because it's responsible for processing all the tasks. Every program you run takes up some processing power from your CPU, which is exactly why the best CPUs out there can get overwhelmed if you run too many programs simultaneously. There are plenty of ways to troubleshoot and lower the CPU usage of your computer, but is RAM, in … [Read more...]
Google Chrome will start getting rid of third-party cookies in January 2024
Back in 2020, Google announced that it would soon phase out the use of third-party cookies and user-agent strings in its Chrome web browser, in a bid for better user privacy. It then began trialing various methodologies to offer alternatives to cookies under its Privacy Sandbox initiative, with mechanisms like trust tokens, the Topics API, and more. Now, it has revealed the next phase of its plans … [Read more...]
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9: Everything you need to know
Lenovo has once again refreshed its flagship ThinkPad lineup, including the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 and the new ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9. Indeed, Lenovo has changed the branding on its business convertible line, dropping the Yoga brand in favor of the new X1 2-in-1 name. The company also added a few design changes to this model for the first time in a few years, but the overall identity of the … [Read more...]
Jake Paul vs Andre August livestream: How to watch the bout from anywhere
When Jake Paul was only a YouTuber making silly prank videos, everybody thought he had a punchable face. It seems if you think about something enough, it will happen, because "The Problem Child" is now a bona fide boxing sensation, with seven wins out of his eight career fights. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
Garmin Instinct 2 $100 holiday discount drops it to its lowest price ever
When it comes to wearables, Garmin is known to offer some of the best smartwatches available, especially if you're looking for something that's rugged but also packs a lot of battery life. While some of these models can be quite expensive, the brand does offer some affordable options as well. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12: Release date, price, and everything else
After years of using the same design with minimal tweaks, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is here with a totally new design that modernizes the ThinkPad lineup while still staying true to the lineup's iconic design heritage. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is one of the first laptops to feature Intel's new Core Ultra processors, but it packs a few other big upgrades, too, including a … [Read more...]
Unbelievable holiday deal knocks 65% off these fantastic Sennheiser ANC headphones
There's no better feeling than getting truly immersed in the audio that you are listening to. Whether it's playing a game, watching a movie, or just listening to music, having a great pair of headphones provides a fantastic listening experience, allowing users to hear the audio on a more intimate level. With that said, a good pair of headphones can be quite expensive, with some models … [Read more...]
On this day in 1994, Netscape Navigator 1.0 started the web we know today
Nowadays, the browser wars are primarily dominated by Google's Chrome, with most alternatives being based on the same Chromium engine (barring Mozilla Firefox and Apple's Safari). But 29 years ago, the internet was just starting to become a thing, and leading the charge was a browser called Netscape Navigator. Netscape Navigator 1.0 launched on December 15th, 1994, and it quickly became … [Read more...]
Massive discount knocks $650 off this HP Omen 16 gaming laptop during limited-time holiday deal
If you've been looking for a great gaming laptop, look no further than the HP Omen 16. This laptop delivers when it comes to power and also features a sleek and subtle design that allows it to easily blend in with other consumer laptops on the market. While you might not need all that power all the time, it's great to have, especially if you're someone that's looking to buy a … [Read more...]
Best Mac games on Steam in 2023
Macs are wonderful for computing, communicating, and entertainment. For a while, the latter didn't include gaming, but these days, playing video games on Mac is easier than ever. There are so many ways to play different games on the latest Macs, with one popular method being through the Steam storefront. The platform has been around for over two decades and has become the primary place to buy … [Read more...]
Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Premier League: How to stream from anywhere
Tottenham travels to Nottingham Forest on Friday, and will be riding high after their 4-1 drubbing of Newcastle last weekend. Meanwhile, Forest haven't picked up a point in the last five matches, so you can see which way the bookies are going to be betting. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
Our favorite smart glasses for gaming just got their first price drop just in time for last-minute shoppers
If you've ever thought about taking the way you consume content to another level, then smart glasses are going to be right up your alley. While they have been around for quite some time, we've seen vast improvements in tech over the past few years, taking something that was once novel and making them a must-have tool for those that want vastly more screen real estate. Source: … [Read more...]
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