Of the two rivals, Microsoft has been far more forthright about what to expect from the Xbox Series X when it launches this holiday season. But analysts and armchair-speculators are convinced that Team Green has something up its sleeve that we don’t know about: a second, cheaper and less powerful console. Multiple credible reports (Windows Central, Kotaku, The Verge) all but confirmed the existence of this mysterious entry-level model, nicknamed Xbox Lockhart....

Antonline currently offers the Xbox Series S w/ extra Xbox Wireless Controller for $299 (opens in new tab). The Xbox Series S alone retails for $299, so you’re getting an extra Xbox controller (valued at $60) for free. Antonline also offers the Xbox Series S Fortnite and Rocket League Bundle with extra Xbox Wireless Controller for $299 (opens in new tab). Outside of Black Friday, these are among the best gaming deals you can get....

The four choices in the poll were “affordable price,” “better graphics,” “exclusive games” and “plays last-gen games.” The survey was taken by 50,295 people, which is a significant pool of people. Xbox Series X: specs, price and how it compares to gaming laptopsPS5: Specs, price, release date and how it compares to gaming laptops “Affordable price” took the poll with 37.5% of the vote. “Plays last-gen games” came second with 30%, “better graphics” was third at 19....

Xbox head Phil Spencer stated, “We’re gonna have more demand than we do supply, and I’ll apologize in advance to people for that.” So all those who got their preorders in or were able to get a hold of one on launch day can count their lucky stars as it appears supply won’t meet demand until April of 2021. Xbox Series X review: The most powerful console in the worldXbox Series S reviewXbox Series X games: All confirmed games so far...

If you want to check out our individual coverage of the event, see our deep dive into the trailers of Halo Infinite (opens in new tab), the Forza Motorsport (opens in new tab), Fable (opens in new tab) and Destiny 2 (opens in new tab). Here are the rest of the trailers that were at the event. See our The Last of Us Part II review (spoiler-free)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 far...

The Xiaomi 12 Pro specs list actually puts its competitors on notice with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, a triple 50MP camera array including its telephoto lens, a bright and vivid 120Hz adaptive display, and a quad-speaker array tuned by Harman Kardon. However, sometimes phones tick every box on the spec sheet and still come up short. Fortunately, that fate doesn’t befall the Xiaomi 12 Pro. This is an outstanding phone that earns a place among the best smartphones available today....

The lightweight Zumy produces a soft, warm diffused light that will brighten your appearance without the harshness of some other LED lights, specifically ring lights that emanate harsh, blueish hues. I played with the Zumy for a couple of days — and even discovered something cool for Android users. Zumy pro quality light price and availability The Zumy costs $59.99 and you’re probably thinking that’s kind of expensive for such a small foldable light....

Wishlists are a win-win for consumers and publishers. Users shopping through the Epic Games Store can keep tabs on their favorite games by dropping them into their wishlist, and publishers can receive revealing data on which games are attracting the most affection from consumers. Fortnite’s new 120 fps mode on iPad Pro crushes PS4 and Xbox OneBest PC games 2020: PC games we’re playing nowHorizon: Zero Dawn will arrive on PCs — Robot giraffes, here we come!...

Keep in mind, Best Buy’s Black Friday deals are limited quantity, so you’ll want to act fast. Whether you’re looking for specific items or holiday gift ideas, now is a great time to save. Shop the remaining Best Buy Black Friday deals online at Best Buy.com (opens in new tab), via the Best Buy app (opens in new tab) or at your local Best Buy store. For your convenience, have items shipped to you, your gift recipient or pick up your order within an hour via Curbside Pickup....

This pentode tube extension is for anyone who has ever been annoyed by subtle data transfer indicators. This steampunk-style peripheral lights up brightly whenever you plug in a USB 2.0 device, and it makes file transfers or peripheral setups that much more interesting. The Latvian-style wood carvings and braided cable are nice aesthetic touches, earning this gadget a rightful place on your desk. Credit: Slavatech This friendly robot companion comes to life — with vivid, blinking blue eyes — whenever you plug it into your computer....

While you can get by for a while with a USB Type-C to Type-A adapter, it’s time to rip off the Band-Aid with a new set of peripherals for your MacBook Pro. When you’re at your desk, this dock by Plugable will restore a whole bunch of the ports you miss. It outputs at 4K on a single monitor (with others at 2560 x 1440 and 1080p), and you’ll be able to connect by HDMI and DVI....

For privacy enthusiasts, VPNs are a significant first step to anonymity. Unlike more intensive solutions, using one relies on turning it on (or configuring your router settings to an always-on installation) and browsing as normal. Best VPN services in 20225 reasons why you need a VPN — cheap flights, fast internet and more How do VPNs work? To avoid getting bogged down in the highly technical, the most straightforward explanation of how VPNs work can be summed up in just a few words: they route your traffic through someone else’s computer and encrypt your connection so that prying eyes aren’t privy to the data on either end of the connection....

CES 2022: All of the latest news from the world’s biggest tech showCheck out the best 14-inch laptops right nowBest laptop deals in 2022 Acer Swift X 14-inch laptop Acer has yet to announce the price and release date for its new line of Acer Swift X models, but expect an early 2022 release date. Last year’s Acer Swift X is priced at $1,069, which offers a ballpark figure of how pricey the larger 14-inch and 16-inch models will be....

However, contacting Acer via phone didn’t go as smoothly. Acer’s phone support team was completely unreliable, and based on our experience, you’re likely to leave the phone call with more questions than answers. Acer tech support Like every brand, we asked Acer a Windows-related question: How do I download the new Microsoft Edge browser? We also asked two questions specific to Acer — in this case, how to turn on the blue-light filter (Acer Bluelight Shield) and how to check the laptop’s battery health (Acer Care Center function)....

The reality is a bit more complicated. Its performance doesn’t quite live up to the hardware it packs underneath the hood. However, the Predator Triton 500 SE gets enough of the basics right to be a compelling laptop for those who want a gaming system with a large display in a relatively portable chassis. And if you’re a stickler for aesthetics, this Triton brings some beauty to the brawn. Acer Predator Triton 500 SE price and configurations The $2,699 unit I reviewed has a 2....

For a limited time at Currys PC World, you can pick up this 15-inch laptop with 11th gen Intel Core i5 power for just £579. More: Best laptop deals in the UK Best gaming laptop deals in the UK Best laptops You see, the cheapest prices may look shockingly good, but the compromises made under the bonnet are sometimes too much for anyone to recommend. Not here, though. Acer packed this slim (19....

However, for a limited time, a deal on the Surface Pro 6 throws the Type Cover in for free. But wait, it gets even better — not only do you get a free keyboard, but you even save $180 off the retail price for a total savings of $300. Needless to say, this is one heck of a deal. Surface Pro 6 with free Type Cover for $729 with code “XJSLDL” ($180 off, Core i5/8GB of RAM/128GB SSD)...

The best headphone deals in 2021Apple AirPods Pro 2: Price, release date, features, and moreI caved and bought the Apple AirPods Pro — why you should too Apple’s devices such as the iPhone and Apple Watch are used in combination to provide users more health and fitness data, including the upcoming walking steadiness feature. Currently, AirPods don’t use sensor fusion with other devices, to track health and fitness data. However, Lynch hints an updated pair of AirPods could bring more to the table....

Design The baby of the bunch is growing up. The laptop that I once called “cute as a button” has shed its baby fat in favor of a leaner, more elegant profile, making this machine 21 percent lighter than the previous Alienware 13. At 5.4 pounds and 13 x 10.6 x 0.87-inches, it’s currently the smallest and lightest VR-ready notebook in the world. However, non-VR rivals like the Razer Blade (4....

So aside from getting 8th gen Intel CPUs, what makes these new Alienwares so special. Well for starters, there’s a new color for that anodized aluminum chassis – Epic Black. You’ll also get some extra zones to color customize as Alienware is adding three additional spots for a grand total of 13 zones. In addition, Alienware is greatly expanding the color choices from 20 to a whopping 16.8 million hues....