Acer’s going after the Chromebook education market. On Tuesday the computer added two new classroom-focused Chromebooks to its lineup, what it calls the Chromebook Spin 511 and Chromebook Spin 512 laptops. The two devices, both of which feature 360-degree hinges to flip the screen around into a tablet mode, run on Google’s Chrome OS platform …
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Why CES 2021 was filled with business laptops and Chromebooks
This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. When we look back on the virtual CES 2021, we’ll mostly think about what didn’t happen. No memorable Las Vegas meals, no celeb sightings in the convention center, no crazy in-person demos of fantastic new prototypes. Instead, what we saw through …
Read More »Apple to bring back MagSafe charging in MacBook Pro upgrade, report says
Apple reportedly plans to launch new MacBook Pro laptops later this year that could bring back a fan favorite feature, while dumping one that’s been less loved. The new laptops, a 14-inch model and 16-inch model, will bring back MagSafe charging, according to a report Friday from Bloomberg. MagSafe, which auto-attached and easily popped off, used to be a feature …
Read More »At CES 2021, gaming laptops aren’t what they used to be, and that’s a good thing
This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. Some PC gamers have a lot of historical animosity toward gaming laptops. Many gamers buy or build desktops because not only can you get more performance for your money, but they can also be upgraded. Gaming laptops, on the other hand, …
Read More »Best of CES 2021: Pandemic tech, green tech, air taxis and lots of robots
This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. Flashy three-story booths and auditoriums full of tech nerds were replaced by highly produced livestreams and virtual pitches from executives dialing in from their home offices and kitchen tables. But in the end, it was still CES. We got our first …
Read More »Newegg Anniversary Sale: Get a Dyson V7 vacuum for $190, 24
To celebrate its 20th anniversary this week, Newegg is running a week-long sale with a different set of deals on PCs, monitors, gaming accessories, appliances and more every day. We’ve highlighted what we think are the best offers but check back on the sale each day to see even more savings. See more Newegg coupon codes: CNET coupons Newegg Dyson V7 HEPA …
Read More »Our CES 2021 Day 2 recap: Razer’s futuristic N95 mask, smart lipstick and a flying car
This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. CES being all digital is certainly weird, but the slew of luxurious and wacky products shown on Day 1 brought with them a sense of familiarity. Day 2 kept that momentum going, although here things feel far more futuristic. Literally, a flying …
Read More »ViewSonic’s new 8K monitor brings working from home to a new level at CES 2021
This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. At CES 2021, electronics display company ViewSonic unveiled several new monitors for work-from-home setups, gaming and home entertainment. Its most premium offering is its first 8K ColorPro monitor, the VP3286-8K, designed for photographers who need a high-quality workstation. The 32-inch monitor …
Read More »AMD reveals Ryzen 5000 series mobile processors at CES 2021
This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. AMD announced its Ryzen 5000 series mobile processors on Tuesday, with Chief Executive Lisa Su taking to the virtual stage for her CES 2021 keynote. The new line includes a 35 watt version intended for a new generation of thin-and-light gaming …
Read More »Intel invents ‘ultraportable gaming’ laptops for CES 2021
This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. Intel’s flipping its mobile gaming processor equation for CES 2021: This year’s target is “ultraportable gaming,” otherwise known as systems that prioritize portability and workday-long battery life over raw performance from behemoths that never leave your desk. But never fear, Intel …
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