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

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.

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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.

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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.

M1 Pro and M1 Max: Here's how Apple is kicking Intel out of the Mac computer

M1 Pro and M1 Max: Here's how Apple is kicking Intel out of the Mac computer

Apple's new, upgraded M1 chips give MacBook Pro a power boost.

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

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

Prices for Apple's current Mac Mini models are at all-time lows right now at Amazon, but Apple could release an updated Mac Mini in a few days.

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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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M1 Pro and M1 Max: Here's how Apple is kicking Intel out of the Mac computer
M1 Pro and M1 Max: Here's how Apple is kicking Intel out of the Mac computer

M1 Pro and M1 Max: Here's how Apple is kicking Intel out of the Mac computer

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

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

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16-inch MacBook Pro: Apple updated everything for 2021, including M1 Pro, M1 Max chips
16-inch MacBook Pro: Apple updated everything for 2021, including M1 Pro, M1 Max chips

16-inch MacBook Pro: Apple updated everything for 2021, including M1 Pro, M1 Max chips

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Best laptop 2021: The 14 laptops we recommend
Best laptop 2021: The 14 laptops we recommend

Best laptop 2021: The 14 laptops we recommend

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

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

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14-inch MacBook Pro 2021: Apple's smallest Pro got its biggest update in years
14-inch MacBook Pro 2021: Apple's smallest Pro got its biggest update in years

14-inch MacBook Pro 2021: Apple's smallest Pro got its biggest update in years

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

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

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

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5 games coming soon to Apple Arcade

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

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

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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.
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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.
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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.
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MacOS Monterey: Apple's new software upgrade drops next week. Here's how to download it

Everything you need to know about downloading Apple's MacOS 12 when it launches on Oct. 25.
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Best monitor under $200 you can get for 2021

A second monitor can make work or school much more productive and you don't have to pay much to get a decent model from Dell, Samsung, LG or others.
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Best gaming PC for 2021

From cheapie computers that can just about handle HD to 4K PC monsters, we'll help you navigate the terrain.
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Apple MacBook Pro: Here's how to buy the newest Mac laptops today

Two new MacBook Pro laptops are coming. We'll tell you how to buy them right now.
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iPhone SE 3, Mac Pro and everything else we didn't see at Apple's October event

Although Apple unveiled new MacBook Pro models and the AirPods 3 on Monday, there are a few more products we're still waiting on.
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Apple's MacBook Pro Touch Bar is finally gone, and it won't be missed

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