On PCs, Microsoft will release an app called Your Phone for access to text messages, photos and notifications. The company suggests that you will be able to share data between devices, like simply dragging your photos from your phone to your PC without ever touching the handset. This app will roll out to Windows Insider Program members this week, though we don’t have a definite date for everyone else. At a keynote, the company only demoed the machine with an Android phone, showing how you can access texts and photos....

If you’re wondering how bad Intel’s patch could be, the CPU-manufacturer stated the Spectre variant 2 patch that’s at fault here led to “higher than expected reboots and other unpredictable system behavior,” situations that it admits risk “data loss or corruption.” Who should download this update? Intel’s major distribution channel was through PC makers, so if you acquired an update from the company who made your system (such as Dell, HP, Lenovo) during the last month, you’ll want to grab it now....

Based on The Verge’s screenshots, the new Edge has a clean, familiar look that seems to blend the design languages of both Edge and Chrome. Warren notes that you’ll be able to import things like bookmarks and passwords from either Edge or Chrome to the new version of Edge, though features such as dark mode or the ability to mark up websites with a stylus are still missing. The speed and polish of Microsoft’s new browser seem promising, according to The Verge’s impressions....

For example, Microsoft’s 12th Gen Intel-charged Surface Pro 9 is on sale for $1,099 (opens in new tab). Traditionally priced at $1,399, this Surface device is now $300 below retail. This sets a new record low price for the Surface Pro 9 in one of the best Surface Pro deals we’ve tracked all year. Microsoft’s Surface Pro 9 is one of the best 2-in-1 personal computers around. It easily converts to a laptop with an optional detachable Surface Pro Signature Keyboard (opens in new tab) (sold seperately)....

If the report, which cites unnamed sources, is accurate then the Surface Duo will arrive in less than a month. Windows Central also says Surface Duo production has already begun but warns that the release date is subject to change. Microsoft Surface Duo: Rumors, release date, price and what we wantWhich Surface Is Right for You? Pro X vs Pro 7 vs Laptop 3 vs Go 2Microsoft Surface Neo could be severely delayed: Here’s what we know...

The new Surface Pro 8 makes room for some impressive upgrades to the internals, display and battery life. This includes a 40% higher sustained CPU performance, 74% faster-sustained graphics performance, 5MP front-facing and 10MP rear-facing cameras, support for the new Surface Slim Pen 2, and support for multiple 4K monitors via Thunderbolt 4. The Surface Pro 8 will start at $1,099.99 and is available for pre-order today. More: Microsoft event live blogMicrosoft Surface Duo 2: Release date, price, specs and more...

As per an entry in the company’s product roadmap (opens in new tab), the new update will give greater flexibility and control when managing audio permissions, allowing meeting hosts to take action in real-time to any potential disruptions. The Microsoft Team stated, " Attendees no longer must request to speak for the organizer or presenters to allow them to unmute, and presenters and organizers can prevent individual attendees from unmuting instead of all attendees at once....

Right now, you can get the 128GB model iPad Pro 12.9-inch tablet for $963 (opens in new tab). That’s $35 off its $999 list price and the lowest price we’ve ever seen this particular iPad. It’s the best iPad deal available on this newly released Apple tablet. Save: Best tablet dealsiPad Pro 2020 vs Surface Pro 7Your old iPad is about to get this massive upgrade The 2020 iPad Pro brings a range of improvements to Apple’s popular performance tablet series....

The speaker was pretty loud, though we want to test it in our own lab before making any conclusive statements. Lenovo claims that the Home Assistant’s two far-field microphones can hear you from up to 9.8 feet away. Depending on how you use Alexa, you may need a subscription to music streaming services (like Spotify), but this is the case for any smart assistant. The real curiosity is that Lenovo is pushing an assistant for just four tablets....

Bloomberg further reports that “people familiar with the plans,” are saying “the technology giant is working on two new models: third-generation entry-level ‌AirPods‌ and the second version of the ‌AirPods Pro‌ earbuds”. AirPods Studio could arrive for holiday seasonAirPods Studio leak reveals designiPhone 12 Pro Max skimps on battery size Some of the reported changes and improvements to the next iterations of AirPods are shorter ear stems, silicone ear tips, and longer battery life....

This feature is currently being referred to as LiteVideos, and it’s specifically designed to reduce data consumption and improve performance while streaming videos. Google Chrome vs. Microsoft Edge: Which browser is best?Google Stadia reviewGoogle Docs could soon get Dark Mode (and we can’t wait)y list User “bugdroid” within the Chromium forums describes LiteVideos as a “data-savings optimization that simulates low bandwidth conditions by throttling media responses, to allow adaptive MSE video players to lower the resolution, and consume less data....

The folks over at Japanese Apple-tracking site Macotakara are reporting that Apple plans to ditch the Lightning connector in its upcoming iPad Pro in favor of a USB-C port. The move follows a host of reports of late that suggest Apple was at least considering a change to USB-C for its upcoming flagship tablet. The move, according to some reports, centers on Apple wanting to allow for faster charging speeds and better data transmission in its iPad Pro....

One of these perks is the ability to run any iOS app natively. By default, these apps will appear in the Mac App Store, giving iPhone owners the ability to use their favorite mobile apps on macOS. But there is some fine print. According to a 9to5Mac report, developers can withhold their apps from the Mac App Store, and several major players are taking up that option. MacBook with Apple Silicon: Release date, rumors, specs, and what we wantApple event: What to expect at the November 10 ‘One More Thing’ showcaseIntel vs....

Best laptop 2022: 20 laptops for every use case and budgetMicrosoft Surface Laptop Studio reviewBest laptop deals in 2022 Currently, these features aren’t available on Windows 11, but some test builds are offering a sneak peek at what may arrive later in 2022. According to the posts, users will be able to place stickers on their wallpapers to add extra personalization to their device and can edit them using the new “Sticker Editor” app....

Nintendo Switch OLED pricing and availability Whether it’s a phone, laptop, TV or console, OLED doesn’t come cheap. The Nintendo Switch OLED costs a pretty penny at $349, making it the new top dog of the Switch lineup. It’s notably more expensive than the Xbox Series S and the original Switch which cost $299. However, it’s nowhere near as costly as either the PlayStation 5 ($399 digital, $499 standard) or the Xbox Series X ($499)....

This requires a little explanation as, at first glance, it seems like they’ve loaded up a regular game of PAC-MAN. But this version was created without a game engine, it is a full version of the game purely based on the AI model’s observation of 50,000 games of PAC-MAN being played. The best RTX 2080 gaming laptops in 2020Best gaming laptops in 2020Gigabyte’s excellent Aero 15 OLED 4K gaming laptop gets $500 price cut...

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 and 3050 Ti Laptop GPUs According to Nvidia, the new RTX 3050 and 3050 Ti GPUs, both of which sport 4GB of GDDR6 memory, blast the company’s past GTX 1650 Ti GPUs out of the park. What’s more, gamers can expect over 60 fps performance in demanding games with DLSS and RT on. We like the sound of that. As shown above, gamers can expect nearly 100 fps when playing a round of Call of Duty: Warzone, and to get up to 70 fps in games such as Watch Dogs Legion and Minecraft with RTX — both with RT on....

The answer is elementary, my dear reader. Phones get cheaper over time — just look at the iPhone SE. On the face of it, the Find X3 Lite should still be a pretty competitive device for the price, but is it? 2022 has been a belter of a year for budget blowers so far. Has this 2021 model aged well? Let’s find out. Oppo Find X3 Lite: Price and configurations Currently, the Oppo Find X3 Lite is available in one configuration: 8GB RAM and 128GB of storage for a list price of £379 or €449....

In a statement to Digital Trends, Google confirmed that the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G are no longer in production and should sell out “in the coming weeks following the launch of Pixel 5a” (via The Verge). Best smartphones in 2021Fitbit Sense review: Health tracking that makes senseThe best phone deals in August 2021 We knew the Pixel 4a 5G was going to be eliminated due to its higher cost and weaker feature set than the Pixel 5a, but the Pixel 5 was less clear given that it does have a couple of advantages when compared to the newer model....

As such, you may be wondering, “Is the Samsung Galaxy S22 worth the extra $150? Or should I pocket that and get the Pixel 7?” That, dear reader, is an excellent question, and it is a query that we’ll dive into with this vicious face-off between the two popular, entry-level Android phones. Pixel 7 vs. Galaxy S22: Price The Pixel 7 is the most budget-friendly phone of the two with a starting price of $599 at the Google Store....