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Apple gives the 27-inch iMac a major revamp

There's a better camera, new components and even a nanotexture screen.

Videoby Dan AckermanAugust 6, 2020 2:15 PM PDT

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus wants to replace your work-from-home laptop

We went hands-on with Samsung's newest tablet. With a new keyboard, enhanced office tools and 5G support, the Galaxy Tab S7 line makes a good alternative to the iPad Pro or even your main laptop.

Articleby Dan AckermanAugust 6, 2020 1:46 PM PDT

HP's Envy 17 home laptop is sleek and satisfying, but not a standout

This 17-inch general-purpose clamshell somehow manages to be both appealing and unremarkable.

Reviewby Lori GruninAugust 6, 2020 12:50 PM PDT

5 of the best MacOS Big Sur features you can try right now

Safari, Messages and Maps all get major updates in MacOS 11. Here's how you'll use them.

Articleby Alison DeNisco RayomeAugust 6, 2020 11:01 AM PDT

Will MacOS Big Sur work on your Mac? Here's the full compatibility list

If you've got any of these devices, you'll be able to get a look at the latest operating system from Apple.

Articleby Rae HodgeAugust 6, 2020 10:56 AM PDT

MacOS Big Sur download: Here's how to try Apple's new operating system early

Here's how to get the public beta of the new OS, which brings updates to Safari and several design changes.

Articleby Alison DeNisco RayomeAugust 6, 2020 10:47 AM PDT

MacOS Big Sur: Cool new features and borrowed tricks in the public beta

Apple wants to turn its computers up to 11 with a major overhaul to the software that runs MacBooks, iMacs and more.

Articleby Jason HinerAugust 6, 2020 10:30 AM PDT

New Apple 27-inch iMac: Hands-on with a work-from-home beast

With a better webcam and nano-texture screen, plus new CPU and GPU options, it's almost all-new under the skin.

Articleby Dan AckermanAugust 6, 2020 10:26 AM PDT

Nintendo Switch is about to overtake NES in lifetime sales

Meanwhile, Animal Crossing: New Horizons stole Smash Bros. Ultimate's crown as the console's second-best-selling game.

Articleby Sean KeaneAugust 6, 2020 7:26 AM PDT

9 rules for strong passwords: How to create and remember your login credentials

The security of your bank account, Netflix account and email inbox depends on how well you safeguard your many passwords.

Articleby Clifford ColbyAugust 6, 2020 6:15 AM PDT

Intellivision Amico vs. Atari VCS: Comparing two baffling retro consoles

I still don't quite understand what either of these are. Do you?

Articleby Scott SteinAugust 6, 2020 4:00 AM PDT

Home schooling during coronavirus: Here's how to get started

As many schools make plans to reopen in the fall, more parents are exploring home schooling and online education options.

Articleby Alison DeNisco RayomeAugust 6, 2020 4:00 AM PDT

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