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Windows 8
Three years after Microsoft redeemed for the sins of Vista with the launch of Windows 7, another new Windows is upon us. Quite unlike its conservative predecessor, Windows 8 represents a huge departure from the way things used to work. A touch-based “Modern UI” interface now lies at the heart of the Windows experience, which brings a wave of tablet hardware to go along with it. Here’s everything you need to know about the tectonic shift the Windows universe is undergoing – and where it will take us.
How to download Windows 10 for free
As Microsoft removes support for Windows 7, Windows 10 will ensure that you're not open to security issues. Here's how to get Windows 10 for free.
This controversial Windows 11 feature is already upsetting people
The redesigned Start Menu has garnered outrage but, fortunately, it can be customized.
What’s new in Windows 8?
Windows 8 includes a new interface, but that's just the beginning. Find out what's important in Microsoft's latest operating system.
When should you upgrade your operating system?
You may always desire the latest and greatest, but does spending the money and time always make sense? The answer, as it turns out, depends.
How to find your Windows 8 or 8.1 product key
Product keys are crucial, but they're not always the easiest to locate. Check out our guide on how to find your Windows 8 or 8.1 product key.
Dell XPS 18 Review
How would you like an 18-inch tablet? Perhaps that sounds crazy, but it’s what Dell offers with its XPS 18 all-in-one hybrid PC. This do-it-all system is meant to replace both your desktop and your iPad, but the size (and price) set up hurdles you many not want to leap.
ASUS Vivo Tab RT Review
The Asus Vivo Tab is one of the first devices to come out running Windows RT, the tablet version of Windows 8, but is it worth the $600 price tag?
Toshiba Satellite S955 Review
Toshiba's Satellite S955 offers a very basic, no-frills Windows 8 experience that doesn't disappoint, but should really come in cheaper for what it is.
Microsoft Surface with Windows RT Review
Microsoft builds a tablet so pleasant to use that, at times, we forgot about the current limitations of Windows RT. But is it worth the high asking price?
Dell XPS 12 Review
A Windows 8 Ultrabook that converts into a tablet? To find out how Dell's XPS 12 stacks up against other convertibles, we put it to the test ... and liked what we saw.
Acer Aspire M5 Touch Review
We gave a rave review to the Acer Aspire Timeline Ultra M5 earlier this year, but will the company’s updated touch model equally impress?
Lenovo ThinkPad Edge Twist Review
Lenovo updates its ThinkPad X Series convertible with the Edge Twist. At just under $800, is this Windows 8 tablet/laptop hybrid for the masses?
HP SpectreOne Review
HP ditches the “Envy” moniker for the more exclusive “Spectre.” But does The HP SpectreOne All-in-One desktop deserve its elite status?
Dell XPS 10 Review
Dell's XPS 10 Tablet is a Windows RT mobile device that can evolve into a laptop, thanks to its keyboard dock. Dressed to the nines in a coat of black soft-touch paint, is the XPS 10 ready for work?
HP ElitePad 900 Review
The HP ElitePad 900 attempts to be all things to all people. Predictably, that effort comes up short, but the company has still managed to a land one-two combo of portability and quality few Windows tablets can match.
Toshiba Satellite U845t Review
Toshiba’s Satellite U845t brings touch to the company’s mainstream 14-inch Ultrabook. At first glance, the update seems trivial – but there are serious upgrades under the hood. Has Toshiba shipped an affordable powerhouse?
Razer Edge Pro Review
Razer’s Edge is the world’s first gaming tablet. Through black magic and dark pacts, the company has managed to stick an Intel Core processor and Nvidia graphics chip into a tablet barely larger than the Surface Pro. Does the impressive hardware lead to an awesome gaming experience, or is the Edge just an expensive novelty?
Acer Aspire R7 Review
Acer's Aspire R7 convertible laptop blends style and substance. We go hands-on to see how the backflipping convertible brings out the best in Windows 8.
Lenovo ThinkPad Helix Review
Lenovo’s ThinkPad Helix is the most versatile, well-designed convertible Windows 8 device we’ve seen yet, but it’s heavy for an 11-inch Ultrabook. And while battery life is good, it will likely get better with an expected Haswell CPU refresh.
Samsung Ativ Book 5 Review
The Ativ Book 5 is Samsung’s entry into the competitive mid-range Ultrabook market. Though sturdy and pleasing to use, alternatives are everywhere, and most are less expensive. Can Samsung justify the premium, or should buyers pass on this system?
Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11S Review
Lenovo’s Yoga 11S is a pint-sized version of the successful Yoga 13. Downsizing has required the sacrifice of performance, but promises better battery life along with a lower price tag. But can this budget convertible match the quality of its big brother?
Sony Vaio Pro 13 review
The Sony Vaio Pro 13 is a spiritual successor to the long-running Vaio Z-Series, a system famous for its exotic features and incredible price. Does this replacement still have the magic, or has it become another bland, boring PC?
Acer Aspire M5-583P-6428 Review
The Aspire M5 has always been a strong choice for buyers on a budget, and now it’s among the first inexpensive laptops to receive Intel’s 4th-gen processors. Does the new hardware give Acer an edge, or is it just a minor improvement?
