Chromebooks are the utility players of the laptop world. Nothing flashy. Just solid, reliable machines that do their job quickly and efficiently. And on occasion, they can be had for a song. For example, for a limited time and while supplies last, Yugster has the refurbished Acer Chromebook C720 for $99.99 shipped. Best price I’ve …
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Two months ago, Microsoft said it didn’t have specific plans to create an Xbox VR headset. What it didn’t say is that it had been working on a device, but put existing VR plans on hold until better technology comes along. Microsoft courted partners over the past couple years to create games for a virtual reality headset designed to work …
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The next generation flagship of PC gaming graphics is here, and it’s called the Nvidia RTX 2080. Unveiled at the annual Gamescom video game industry trade show in Germany on Aug. 20, the RTX 2080 (and 2080 Ti) are coming Sept. 20, with a less-expensive version, the RTX 2070, coming in October. And by less expensive, we mean around $500, …
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Information has been bubbling up within the developer community about “Campfire,” an update to Chromebook firmware that would allow people to securely boot the systems into Windows 10 in addition to Google’s Chrome OS. XDA Developers first noticed it mentioned within references to Google’s own Pixelbook, but has since seen enough code variations to imply that it will probably be …
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I can’t think of label makers without thinking of that classic Seinfeld episode of the same name. And, let’s be honest, “Label Baby” is such a better product name than P-Touch Cube. On the plus side, the Cube’s labels probably won’t fall off, leading to an awkward threesome situation. If you’re willing to take that risk, Staples has the Brother …
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School starts soon. For some, really soon. If you’ve been procrastinating buying a new laptop for your student, I’ve got one that might be a good fit. For a limited time, Walmart has the Acer Chromebook R11 for $239 shipped (plus tax). It normally runs $279, and this configuration was $329 when it was introduced back in 2016. See it …
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In June 2012, Microsoft announced its first Surface hybrid tablet. Not only was it the first of its kind, but the first hardware designed, built and sold by Microsoft to work seamlessly with the software giant’s Windows operation system. Since then the company has built out its Surface hardware lineup to meet the needs of students and home and professional …
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On this podcast, friend of the show Dan Ackerman visits to talk about: Apple’s newest MacBook Pro, with a faster processor, more storage and quieter keyboard. The Acer Swift 7, which is one of the thinnest laptops on the market at 8.98 millimeters thick. Now playing: Watch this: The new, speedier MacBook Pro. Worth the upgrade? (The… 4:57 The 3:59 …
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Fingerprint-smudged smartphones may soon be a thing of the past, thanks to new technology from glass maker Corning. Handset vendors like Apple and Samsung have been incorporating more and more glass in their phone designs over the past couple of years. While devices originally had glass just over the front touchscreen, designs now contain glass that curves around the edges …
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Update, July 18: Prime Day officially ended at midnight PT (3 a.m. ET). Nearly all the deals featured below have now expired. Check out our roundup of Prime Day deals still available for a curated list of the best remaining bargains. Our original story continues below: There are still a few hours to go until the close of Amazon Prime …
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