Blizzard wrote an extensive blog (opens in new tab) about everything included in the two pre-patches as well as the progress the team has made on World of Warcraft: Shadowlands. Here’s what we know so far. See the best PC games and best Xbox Game Pass PC games to play nowCheck out the Xbox Series X games and PS5 games confirmed so farThis is what we know about the Xbox Series X and PS5 so far...

The Asus VivoBook Flip 14 is one of the best convertible laptops around. Its 360-degree hinge lets you convert from laptop to tablet, stand or tent mode. This particular notebook packs a 14-inch (1920 x 1080) touch screen, 3.0-GHz Intel Core i3-1115G4 dual-core CPU, 4GB of RAM, Integrated graphics, and 128GB SSD. Powered by Windows 10 in S mode, similar to a Chromebook, it’s streamlined for performance and security. In our Asus VivoBook Flip 14 review, the laptop earned a high rating of 4 of 5-stars for its powerful performance and ample port selection....

If you’ve never used a controller of this caliber, get prepared to have your socks blown off. Beyond it feeling great ergonomically, it boasts plenty of vital features that will make your gaming experience far more enjoyable. If you’re a hardcore gamer who needs four paddles and two switches on the back of their controller to greatly increase their efficiency while gaming, then this is something worth looking into. It’s especially useful for FPS gamers who refuse to adjust to a mouse and keyboard, as the ability to quickly execute actions by using buttons at the back means less movement is required to press that button....

See the best PC games and best Xbox Game Pass PC games to play nowBest gaming deals in April 2021Why I’m glad I bought a PS5 instead of an Xbox Series X The new report comes in from GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb (via VentureBeat). Grubb noted that he does not know if the deal is closed, but knowing that Kojima Productions is in talks to deliver an Xbox game first (or possibly exclusively) rather than on PlayStation is a tectonic shift in the industry....

If you’ve read our Xbox Series X review and made your mind up on the Xbox Series X vs. Xbox Series S and, of course, the Xbox Series X vs. PS5, then here’s a look at where you might be able to find yourself one of Microsoft’s next-gen consoles today. PS5 review: The future of gaming has arrivedXbox Series X review: The most powerful console in the worldBlack Friday gaming deals 2020: Gaming chairs, laptops, consoles and more...

The Xbox Series X may be equipped with AMD’s RDNA2 GPU, which is expected to be electrified with hardware-accelerated ray tracing functionality and enhanced power efficiency. We haven’t verified this info, so get your grains of salt ready. Xbox Series X: specs, price and how it compares to gaming laptopsXbox Series X, future consoles will survive cloud gaming for 10+ years, Phil Spencer saysXbox Series X specs and features revealed — PS5 is in trouble...

How to use the improved Pixel 7 Face Unlock By default, the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro simply unlocks your phone and leaves you on the lock screen. However, by turning on Skip lock screen in Settings, using your face to unlock your phone will now take you directly to the last used screen. It’s a handy trick that’s worth turning on, so if you’re up for a speedier unlocking experience, follow the steps below....

A single microcurrent session can run $250-$500. With the ZIIP GX Series device in your skin care arsenal, you’ll have access to Melanie Simon-led private sessions via the ZIIP app whenever and wherever you decide. Is that worth $495? You betcha. Your skin is your body’s largest living organ. Treat it with the care it deserves by investing in an award-winning device that delivers unmatched efficacy and beauty tech innovation....

Zoho Writer is a part of the Zoho Workplace, an office-productivity platform that’s a tiny slice of the Zoho One business suite. The latter has over 40 different apps and services to help manage every level of business. Indian software developer Zoho, formerly AdventNet, launched desktop and cloud-based Zoho Writer in 2005. Zoho Writer has gone through several changes since then. It’s now waiting to be uncovered by those who seek an alternative to Microsoft’s subscription model or a way to dodge Google’s prying eyes....

Two-factor authentication is widely recommended by security experts for online services that hold personal or private information. When enabled, it requires you to input a one-time code from a mobile authenticator app, text message, or phone call as an extra step to verify the account holder. This way, an attacker can’t access your account even if they brute-forced your login credentials or stole them in a previous breach. Best video chat apps and softwareBest video conferencing apps and softwareZoom is adding end-to-end encryption — but it won’t be for everyone...

Specs alone should have you curious about these micro-in-ears, along with the $99 MSRP. Our expert picks for the best wireless earbuds, per budget and styleCheck out our Apple AirPods Pro review…and our Sony WF-1000XM4 review These buds do deliver on the noise cancelling and sonic fronts. They also come with features that not many models in the same price range offer. At the same time, they suffer from the same issues as previous 1More releases (inferior call quality, poor controls) and somehow have more bugs in their system....

Get rid of these four Android apps The apps spotted with the nasty malware are Bluetooth utility tools that “guarantee a strong and reliable Bluetooth pairing with any device.” Hackers often use these apps to hide sneaky malware as they tend to get many downloads. That apps include Bluetooth Auto Connect (over 1 million downloads), Bluetooth App Sender (over 50,000 downloads), Driver: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB (over 10,000 downloads), and Mobile transfer: smart switch (over 1,000 downloads)....

While everyone fawns over the details that Apple has marketed heavily, it’s always the secret features that are most impressive, and we’ve got five that you (probably) didn’t know about. Want iOS 16 at its best? You’ll need to look into buying an iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro. However, every iPhone dating all the way back to the iPhone 8 will receive this update. How’s that for long-term software support!...

Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet software with a suite of powerful mathematical, analytical, and visualization tools. Introduced way back in 1987, the software now offers more than 500 functions that can cater to almost any mathematical or analytical needs you have. It is also available for almost all operating systems, such as Windows, macOS, Ubuntu, Linux, and more. The spreadsheet program is also available on Android and Apple smartphones. Here are some of the best Excel functions that we believe everyone should know....

Acer just announced updates to its Predator Triton 500 and Nitro 5 gaming laptops, which feature some of the latest hardware from Intel and Nvidia. The best RTX 2080 gaming laptops in 2020Best Acer laptops 2020Resident Evil Resistance review: This is how it runs on PC Acer Predator Triton 500 First up let’s take a look at the Acer Predator Triton 500, which is a beast of a gaming laptop in a remarkably thin form factor....

You’ve probably been in the same situation as me — keen to get a new panel for your PS5, Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S only to see prices jump to four figures. That’s what makes Acer’s Predator monitor all the more attractive, alongside additional benefits like USB-C connection and a KVM switch in a smaller frame and a smaller price. Does the Predator XB323QK stick the landing as a great all rounder for both gaming and getting stuff done?...

The Spin 1 is also noteworthy because it can be used in notebook, tent, display, or tablet mode. Its screen supports 10-finger multi-touch and it comes with an Acer stylus. The laptop’s battery is also rated for up to 9 hours of use. For a limited time, the Spin 1 is on sale for $299.99, which makes this an excellent 2-in-1 for school or as a secondary home laptop. Powering the Acer Spin 1 is a 1....

Battery life, on the other hand, isn’t the Spin 5’s strong suit. But with its smooth-operating Active Pen and convenient variety of ports, the Spin 5 might be worth the splurge despite its runtime flaw. Acer Spin 5 price and configuration The Spin 5’s base model costs $999. It’s equipped with an Intel Core i5-1035G4 CPU, Intel Iris Plus graphics, 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD, a 2256 x 1504-pixel touchscreen display, and Windows 10 Home....

More: Best cheap headphone dealsApple September Event: watch to expectSamsung Galaxy Buds Plus vs Apple AirPods Apple’s AirPods Pro earbuds are among the audio industry’s best noise-cancelling headphones. Besides active noise cancellation, they feature hands-free Siri voice control and IPX4 water-and-sweat resistance. Apple rates the AirPods Pro as having up to 4.5 hours of battery life and the included charging case powers up the buds about five to six times between charges....

But what’s next for the company? We’ve compiled the latest whispering and murmuring about Alienware’s plans to help you decide whether it’s worth spending your hard-earned cash on the latest laptop or if you should wait for a more advanced rig down the line. As Alienware continues to innovate, hardware refreshes and price cuts for older models become inevitable. Alienware on laptops running AMD hardware Last year saw the release of a Threadripper-equipped Area-51 desktop....