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computing13 days ago•102 min saved

Microsoft Unveils Haptic Surface Mouse and Snapdragon X2 Plus Laptops

Microsoft launched the second-generation Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch alongside a new Surface Mouse featuring haptic feedback. The laptops, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Plus chip, offer up to 95% faster on-device AI performance and improved battery efficiency. The new mouse, priced at $79.99, includes a customizable Copilot button and Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity. All devices are available for purchase starting October 13, 2026.

via Tom's Guide|

#computing #haptic-feedback #microsoft-surface

computing14 days ago•3 min saved

Microsoft’s Smaller Surface Laptops and Pro Now Run Snapdragon X2 Plus, With Haptic Mouse and Price Hikes

Microsoft unveiled second-generation 12-inch Surface Pro and 13-inch Surface Laptop models at Snapdragon Summit 2026, powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Plus chips. The devices feature brighter 500-nit displays, up to 18% better battery efficiency, and 95% faster on-device AI performance. A new haptic Surface Mouse was also introduced. Both laptops and the mouse launch on October 13, with starting prices of $1,149.99 and $1,199, respectively, reflecting higher RAM minimums and memory costs.

via cnet.com|

#computing #microsoft-surface #qualcomm

computing1 month ago•6 min saved

ASUS Googlebook leak expands options with 16GB RAM model and pricing hints

A new ASUS Googlebook leak shows a 16GB RAM CX9406 with an Intel Core Ultra 5 and a 14-inch touchscreen, listed at CAD 1,915 (~USD 1,390); the listing hints at 32GB/64GB RAM variants and an Ultra 7 option, suggesting a multi-price lineup ahead of a September 15 launch.

via Android Authority|

#asus #computing #cx9406

computing1 month ago•5 min saved

Acer Go Air targets the MacBook Neo with 12GB RAM and 120Hz display

Acer’s China Go Air config adds 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, a 14-inch 120Hz display, and two Thunderbolt 4 ports for about CNY 5,499 (~$815), positioning it as a higher-RAM, better-connected rival to Apple's MacBook Neo (which starts at $699 with 8GB/256GB and $799 for 512GB). The Go Air also offers a larger 70Wh battery, while the Neo features a higher-density display; global availability for this Go Air setup hasn’t been announced.

via Digital Trends|

#120hz #acer #computing

computing2 months ago•8 min saved

From M1 to M5: a productivity reboot, not a flashy upgrade

Shikhar Mehrotra describes upgrading from the M1 MacBook Air to the M5 as a productivity-driven leap rather than a pure spec bump: MagSafe and the switch to USB-C frees up ports, the M5 supports two external monitors, and Thunderbolt 4 doubles PCIe bandwidth, making heavy tab workloads (50–60 Chrome tabs) snappier with 16GB of unified memory. Battery life stretches to about 13–14 hours, enabling alternating-day charging, while the 13.6-inch display and notch aren’t welcome surprises and the speakers feel underwhelming compared with the M1. The $1,099 starting price rose to $1,299, but for M1/M2 users it remains a strong portable productivity machine; for older Macs, the value isn’t as compelling.

via Digital Trends|

#apple-silicon #battery-life #computing

computing2 months ago•11 min saved

Lenovo Googlebook 15 Leaks Show Android Desktop and Gemini Key

A massive leak offers the clearest look yet at the Lenovo Googlebook 15, revealing an Android-based Aluminium OS desktop interface, a dedicated Gemini hardware key, a top-notch 15-inch display with a privacy notch, and a full port set (HDMI, USB-C, USB-A, SD card) plus Dolby Atmos speakers; renders also show Canva and Adobe Premiere Pro running on the desktop, signaling Googlebooks’ aspiration as a serious workstation. Lenovo is expected to unveil the Googlebook 15 at IFA in September.

via androidauthority.com|

#android #computing #gemini

computing3 months ago•14 min saved

AtomMan G1 Pro: Big performance in a compact desktop that leans into trade-offs

Minisforum's AtomMan G1 Pro squeezes a laptop-class Ryzen 9 8945HX and a desktop RTX 5060 into a 3.85-liter chassis with an integrated PSU, delivering solid 1080p gaming and strong multi-core performance for its size; however upgradeability is limited, IO is modest (no USB4/20Gbps ports), cooling is quiet, and at $1,799 as tested it competes with larger towers that offer more headroom, making it a niche rather than a clear winner.

via CNET|

#atomman-g1-pro #compact-desktop #computing

technology3 months ago•4 min saved

Apple’s Mac Studio gets an M5 Ultra refresh this year, with an M7 Ultra plan for 2028

Apple will refresh the Mac Studio this year with M5 Ultra/Max chips (no design overhaul) and has a longer-term plan for an M7 Ultra in 2028, including improved cooling for heavier AI workloads; the M6 line is skipped, current Mac Studio models use M4 Max/M3 Ultra, and supply and price pressures remain.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #computing #m-series

technology3 months ago•6 min saved

From Hi‑Fi to AR: This Week's Standout Gadget Drops

Gear Patrol’s Best New Gear roundup this week surveys premium audio gear, AR wearables, and new-gen computing devices: ultra‑premium Focal Diva Alta Utopia speakers, a limited Bang & Olufsen Beosystem 3000c setup, Sennheiser Accentum Clip open‑ear buds, Snap Specs AR glasses, Monitor Audio Radius 4G compact speakers, Audio‑Technica ATH‑WP900SE headphones, Microsoft Surface Pro (2026) and Surface Laptop (2026) with Snapdragon X2, Fluance RT87 turntable with dual‑plinths and cartridge options, and the Clearaudio N2 cartridge—reflecting a strong focus on high‑end audio, wearable tech, AR, and refreshed computing gear.

via Gear Patrol|

#ar #audio #computing

computing4 months ago•67 min saved

RTX Spark Laptop Showdown: eight premium notebooks ranked

Tom’s Guide tested Nvidia’s RTX Spark laptops launching this fall and ranked eight premium notebooks, placing the Surface Laptop Ultra and Asus ProArt P14 in S-Tier for standout build quality and features (including a groundbreaking haptic touchpad and OLED display, respectively). The MSI Prestige Flip N16 AI+, Asus ProArt P16 and HP Omnibook X14 land in A-Tier, while HP Omnibook 16 Ultra, Lenovo Yoga Pro 9N and Dell XPS 16 Creator Edition sit in B-Tier. Nvidia notes Spark is the top-tier chip in a broader family and prices could be steep, with these laptops largely being rebadged designs with adjusted cooling; final choices come down to priorities like keyboard feel, display quality, and portability.

via Tom's Guide|

#asus-proart-p14 #computing #laptops

computing4 months ago•77 min saved

Computex 2026: 17 standout gadgets redefining next-gen PC tech

Tom’s Guide’s Computex 2026 coverage highlights 17 standout gadgets—from Nvidia’s RTX Spark AI GPU and Windows-on-Arm ambitions to premium laptops, AI-powered desktops, handhelds, and next‑gen monitors—showcasing high-value devices such as the Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra, Asus ROG Strix Scar 18, Dell XPS 13, MSI Claw 8 EX AI+, Klevv PC builds, MSI MEG Vision X2 AI+, Asus Ascent QN10, Intel Arc G3 handhelds, Qualcomm Snapdragon C, Alienware 39 5K OLED monitor, MSI LuckyClaw, and more, signaling a shift toward agentic AI and AI-accelerated compute across PCs, laptops, mini PCs, and peripherals.

via Tom's Guide|

#ai-in-computing #computex-2026 #computing

computing4 months ago•62 min saved

RTX Spark Laptops Hit Computex 2026, Dell XPS 13 Dials Up MacBook Neo Rivalry

Live from Computex 2026, Tom's Guide tests Nvidia's RTX Spark laptops, previews eight Spark-powered machines arriving this fall (including a Surface Laptop Ultra) and notes the Dell XPS 13 as a MacBook Neo competitor; hands-on with Asus Zenbook 14, Intel Arc G3 handhelds (Acer Predator Atlas 8, MSI Claw 8 EX AI+), and other show-floor highlights like MSI's Triple Mode monitor, while pricing remains unannounced and Nvidia touts Spark as enabling desktop-class AI and video workloads on slim laptops.

via Tom's Guide|

#computex-2026 #computing #dell-xps-13

computing4 months ago•67 min saved

Fidelity breach settlement could pay up to $5,000 to affected customers

Fidelity Investments has agreed to a $2.5 million class-action settlement over a 2024 data breach that affected more than 155,000 customers. Eligible claimants include those Fidelity notified and U.S. customers whose account numbers and routing numbers were exposed; payouts can reach up to $5,000 for documented out-of-pocket losses, with the bulk of payments expected to be pro-rated around $100. A July 9 court hearing will decide final approval, and claims must be filed by July 27 via the settlement website; California residents may receive additional payments under the California Consumer Privacy Act.

via Tom's Guide|

#class-action #computing #data-breach

computing5 months ago•77 min saved

Chrome's hidden 4GB AI model stash prompts consent questions

A 4GB file named weights.bin has surfaced in Chrome folders, tied to Gemini Nano on-device AI that runs features like autofill and text summaries; Google says the model is downloaded to keep on-device features ready and has added an opt-out, but concerns remain about transparency and consent as users may not be clearly informed of the storage impact. Deleting it may not be permanent if related AI features stay enabled.

via Tom's Guide|

#chrome #computing #gemini-nano

technology5 months ago•4 min saved

Stevens Family Bets $200M to Make USC a Leader in AI

USC trustee Mark Stevens and his wife Mary pledged $200 million to accelerate AI research across USC, prompting the renaming of the USC School of Advanced Computing to the USC Mark and Mary Stevens School of Computing and Artificial Intelligence. The gift funds interdisciplinary AI initiatives—such as AI for Business, Ethics and Trust in Computing, and the Center for AI in Society—bolstering USC’s goal to become a national and global hub for AI research, education, and innovation.

via USC Today|

#artificial-intelligence #computing #education