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Windows 11 upgrade: How you can download Microsoft's new OS right now without waiting

Windows 11 upgrade: How you can download Microsoft's new OS right now without waiting

We'll walk you through how to use Windows 11 Installation Assistant as a shortcut to get Microsoft's latest OS.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Apple's M1 Pro and M1 Max chips mean new trouble for Intel

Apple's M1 Pro and M1 Max chips mean new trouble for Intel

But Intel has some time to recover its lost PC processor clout.

by Stephen Shankland

Everything announced at the Apple event: AirPods 3, new MacBook Pro, HomePod Mini and more

Apple introduced a new version of its wireless earbuds with "spatial audio," a redesigned MacBook Pro and more on Monday. Here's what you missed.

Microsoft launched Windows 11. Now what? Essential info about the new OS

What's in Windows 11? Who has access to the new OS today? Here's everything we know.

Windows 11 compatibility: Check if your PC meets Microsoft's requirements

Using the PC Health Check app, WhyNotWin11 and other tools, you can find out if your computer can handle Microsoft's Windows 11 upgrade.

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Windows 11 upgrade: How you can download Microsoft's new OS right now without waiting

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Apple's M1 Pro and M1 Max chips mean new trouble for Intel

by Stephen Shankland

Everything announced at the Apple event: AirPods 3, new MacBook Pro, HomePod Mini and more

by Ian Sherr

Microsoft launched Windows 11. Now what? Essential info about the new OS

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Windows 11 compatibility: Check if your PC meets Microsoft's requirements

by Mary King

Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Everything Microsoft changed in the new OS

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

All the new MacBook Pro ports and where to find them: HDMI, MagSafe and more

by Shelby Brown

Best laptop 2021: The 14 laptops we recommend

by Joshua Goldman

Windows 11: Wondering if you really need to upgrade? Here's what to consider

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Windows 11: All best features in Microsoft's new OS and how to use them

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

This is the best time to buy an M1 Mac Mini -- unless a new one is announced on Monday

by Matt Elliott

M1 Max vs. M1 Pro vs. M1: Apple's MacBook Pro chips compared

by Lori Grunin

'This PC can't run Windows 11' error: How to fix the problem with TPM and Secure Boot

by Rae Hodge

New Microsoft Office rollout: When you'll get it, pricing and major changes

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

MacBook Pro 2021 vs. MacBook Air 2020: New M1 chips complicate your laptop choice

by Dan Ackerman

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Best college laptop for 2021: Apple, Lenovo, Microsoft and more

Find an affordable laptop for every type of student.

by Joshua Goldman

Laptop vs. Chromebook: How to choose what's right for you

Chromebooks can easily replace your Mac or Windows laptop, but it depends on your needs. Here's how to decide if one will work for you.

by Joshua Goldman

These are the best 2-in-1s laptops you can get in 2021

From ultraportable to high-performance, there's a convertible laptop to meet your price and performance needs.

by Joshua Goldman

Best Apple MacBook deals: New 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models get first price breaks

Apple's new MacBook Pros are discounted right now on Amazon.

by Matt Elliott

Best laptop deals: Save $50 on 14-inch MacBook Pro, $400 on Lenovo Yoga 9i and more

Apple's new 14-inch MacBook Pro gets its first price break, and there are even bigger discounts on Windows laptops and 2-in-1 convertibles.

by Matt Elliott

Best Chromebook in 2021: 7 best Chromebooks starting under $300

Whether it's for work, school or play, these devices will let you experience the best of Google's Chrome OS.

by Joshua Goldman

All the new MacBook Pro ports and where to find them: HDMI, MagSafe and more

Apple made some big changes to what you can plug into its two new MacBook Pro laptops -- and that's a great thing.

by Shelby Brown

Best tablet for 2021

Here are your top tablet options -- including the latest iPads -- for students and everyone else.

by Scott Stein

Varjo Aero aims to push the envelope for high-res PC VR: Hands-on

The $1,990 headset is brighter and crisper than anything else I've tried, but it's priced and pitched toward business.

by Scott Stein

Gmail: 10 tips to simplify your email routine

Uncomplicate your inbox. Here's how to access multiple inboxes, add a signature, recall emails and more.

by Shelby Brown

When is the next Apple event? Next year could bring the iPhone SE 3 and more

Apple just took the wraps off new MacBook Pro models, the AirPods 3 and before that, the iPhone 13. Now what's next?

by Alexandra Garrett

MacOS Monterey: Find out if your computer is compatible with Apple's new OS

MacOS Monterey is only a few days away. We have a list of laptops and desktops compatible with Apple's newest operating system.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

SolarWinds was a cybersecurity wakeup call, says Microsoft's president

The attack shined a light on both the sophistication of Russian attackers and the connected nature of the software supply chain.

by Bree Fowler

Alphabet's Wing to start drone deliveries in Dallas-Fort Worth area

The unmanned aircraft will ship packages from a suburban Walgreens parking lot.

by Stephen Shankland

5 games coming soon to Apple Arcade

Apple Arcade has a huge catalog of games to play, and more arrive almost every week. Here's a list of games we can't wait to get sucked into.

by Shelby Brown

DJI's new pro cinema camera looks funky but sounds brilliant

The Ronin 4D cinema camera offers 8K recording and a raft of professional-quality features.

by Andrew Hoyle

Every Apple Arcade game you can play for $5 a month

The gaming subscription service has new games coming almost every week.

by Shelby Brown

Apple's M1 Pro and M1 Max chips mean new trouble for Intel

But Intel has some time to recover its lost PC processor clout.

by Stephen Shankland

Acer Swift X (2021) review: A 3-pound laptop with some graphics muscle

The 14-inch Swift X's AMD and Nvidia chip combo packs a punch for its $1,000 price.

by Joshua Goldman

NZXT BLD Kit review: An easy way to build a gaming PC

The kit includes everything you need to build a PC for the first time -- instructional videos, a guidebook and all the components.

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