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Credit: Thurrot According to a report in Forbes that cites tech industry market research firm analyst IHS Markit, the new Surface device will not use a foldable display but two 9-inch, 4:3 aspect ratio screens. The rumors of a foldable dual-screen Microsoft Surface has been coming and going for a while. The latest was in 2018, when Windows Central’s Zac Bowden claimed that the Redmond company had been working with Intel on this type of Surface device code-named Centaurus....

I added my fiancée to a family subscription, but auto-renewal for her individual subscription was still turned on, and so we got charged a yearly subscription ($20) despite her being in the family membership. For context, you can’t purchase an individual membership while you’re in a family membership because you get all of the same benefits, so the eShop won’t let you. We, therefore, assumed this auto-renewal must be a mistake....

Yes, I know we should be celebrating it — the first autostereoscopic 3D OLED panel (which is a stunner by the way). But does seeing things in the third dimension and going all Minority Report when moving them around improve your workflow? Or is it another dimensional flash in the pan? It’s worth noting that while this is Asus’ big gamble for the next generation of Vivobook Pro, the company is also hedging bets with a 2D model too....

For a limited time, you can pick up the Asus C433TA 2-in-1 Chromebook for just $429 (opens in new tab), which is a huge $100 discount that won’t be around for long! More: Best ChromebooksBest Chromebook gamesBest cheap Chromebook deals When you’re looking for the best Chromebook to buy, the ideal choice is something that can stick with you through a productive working day without slowing down, while transforming effectively into a content consumption device for casual gaming and binging in the evening....

This reaffirms an earlier rumor from reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who claims Apple is planning to release a half dozen new devices with miniLED displays by year’s end, including a 12.9-inch iPad Pro. Your old iPad is about to get this massive upgradeForget the new iPad Pro: A 5G version may launch later this yearMacBook Air 2020 vs. Dell XPS 13: Does Apple’s new laptop take the crown?...

Razer’s given me a little early access action, so I’ve spent the weekend playing and working with the Blade Stealth –– here are my first impressions. Design Well isn’t this a sexy little minx! Weighing 3 pounds and measuring 0.58 inches, the Stealth’s black aluminum frame slid into my backpack with ease. It’s gotten that boxy makeover similar to that of the Blade 15, giving it a retro-chic look that I dig....

I first tried this game at a Meta’s Reality Labs Showcase event, and I’m not going to lie, I hated it — at first. However, you and I both know that one of the many reasons people dislike certain competitive games is because they’re not good at it (hence why I cringe when anyone suggests that we go bowling). This isn’t a game that you can jump into and play intuitively — there is a steep learning curve The best VR-ready laptops of 2023 Meta Quest 2 review Once you get the gist of the game, learn all the tricks, and get into a groove, Nock is arguably one of the most addictive VR sports games you’ll ever play....

On the other hand, the Nothing phone (1) is the second consumer gadget from the Carl Pei-fronted company that aims to rip up the rulebook on what you expect from tech through sleek, unique product design. Both are similarly specced (on paper) and cost the same, but which one is worth your money? Nothing phone (1) vs Google Pixel 6a: Price and value Since the Nothing phone (1) is not officially available in the US, we’ll compare pricing in the UK....

This huge level of funding comes hot on the heels of its collaboration deal with Qualcomm and its hugely successful Nothing ear (1) earbuds. So, the question is: what is Nothing going to make? More: Nothing ear (1) video review (opens in new tab)Best wireless earbuds What do we expect to see? With that product roadmap announcement coming very soon, let’s put our tin foil hat on and start making some predictions....

The company just announced its GeForce Now service at CES 2-17, which is essentially an on-demand gaming service that takes advantage of the company’s GPU-drive cloud service. Essentially, gamers that don’t have the latest GPUs can now play some of the most taxing games by using Nvidia’s massive grid of supercomputers. That means starting in March, just about anyone with a Mac or an older PC can play AAA titles at 1080p at 60 frames per second....

Ever since VR headsets started making their way into the mainstream, the question has always been: when will they become a truly consumer-friendly product? Well, the time is now, and Meta Quest 2 is the product. The latest version of this standalone VR headset refines or expands the things we loved about the original. The lighter design is paired with a higher resolution display; a more powerful processor; more ergonomic controls; and expanded social and sharing features, just to name a few....

This includes both the software, which XDA Developers uncovered in the OnePlus Camera app, and some potentially disappointing hardware news from leaker Max Jambor regarding the zoom capabilities of the OnePlus 9 (via PhoneArena) Best smartphones in 2021Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro reviewBest phone deals of January 2021 OnePlus 9 zoom lens? While there is healthy debate regarding whether the zoom capabilities found on something like the new Galaxy S21 Ultra are really necessary, it has been highly featured by Samsung itself and in early reviews....

While not all of these games were released in 2020, these were the titles that dominated our mobile gaming this year and might be some of your favorites in 2021. Best smartphones in 2020Best Xbox Game Pass PC games in 2020Best gaming laptops 2020 Sky: Children of the Light Sky: Children of the Light is the latest game from the critically beloved team behind Journey and Flower. Similar to Journey, Sky utilizes minimalistic cooperation mechanics, allowing players to hold hands and communicate through emotes....

This is one of the best streaming deals you can get since you’re getting a free portable media player. If you don’t want ads, the upper tier, Paramount Plus Premium costs $49.99 ($50 off). You get everything in the base plan plus more live sports, no ads (except for live TV and some shows), your local CBS live channel and download functionality. Paramount Plus is a solid option if you want to switch from cable to streaming....

However, it appears the Pixel Watch merely managed to stay under wraps since then (a minor miracle for Google hardware), with a new report from Insider offering confirmation that the project is real and still underway with a scheduled 2022 launch (via The Verge). Phones with the best battery life in 2021Apple Watch 7 review: Tracking its victory lapsBest Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals still available The report adds a few interesting new tidbits to our existing picture of the Pixel Watch and notably doesn’t conflict with the previous report other than the revised release date....

Jabra Elite 85t deal Jabra’s Elite 85t are among the best wireless earbuds to buy. They feature adjustable active noise cancellation and HearThrough, up to 25 hours of battery life (with charging case), and IPX4 dust and water resistance. You can use the Jabra Sound+ App’s EQ tool to tweak bass, midrange or treble and create sound profiles. As for battery life, Jabra promises you’ll get up to 5.5 hours of battery life per charge with ANC on; and 7....

A great Prime Day deal for just $254.99 you get 144Hz refresh rates, excellent color gamut, and 1440 resolution. Act now before they’re all gone. Best Prime Day Deals (opens in new tab)Best Prime Day Monitor DealsBest Gaming Monitors 2020 The Acer Nitro VG271U is a great 1440p IPS monitor with an excellent 144Hz refresh rate for the budget-minded gamer. It handles the fast motion of games extremely well as it supports variable refresh rate, and has an incredibly low input lag, which makes it a good choice for gaming....

The 13-inch MacBook Pro sports a 2560 x 1600 resolution display, 2.4GHz Core i5 8th-gen CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. If you need more horsepower — or a bigger screen — you can opt for the 15-inch model, which bumps you up to a 2.6GHz six-core 9th-gen Core i7 CPU and 16GB of RAM. In our 13-inch MacBook Pro 2019 review, we were impressed by its ridiculously fast performance, stylish design, and sharp display....

The rumor popped up on the Twitter account PS5 Only (@ConsoleTime), which claimed that you wouldn’t need to download game demos in order to play them. The account doesn’t cite a source, so we’re a little skeptical about the information. If true, the PS5 could escape the corner the Xbox Series X has put it in over the past few months. Xbox Series X vs. PS5: Which console is right for you?...

iPhones and iPads will soon have the ability to be paired up with PS5’s beloved DualSense controller and the Series X’s gamepad, thanks to the forthcoming 14.5 update for iOS and iPadOS. The iOS 14.5 update is coming — your iPhone will get this amazing new privacy featureThe iOS 14.5 update should fix this — iPhone apps exposed for inaccurate info on data usage iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 will offer support for PS5 and Xbox Series X controllers Apple will soon allow users to pair their iPhones and iPads with their PS5 or Xbox Series X controllers....