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iOS apps take a big step toward Windows 10 compatibility with the Windows Bridge

In an effort to bring software and developers into the fold, Microsoft is rolling out an open-source tool to easily convert apps, and it's available now.
Mobile News
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Acer’s new Predator Desktop a gamer’s dream with Skylake and 64GB of RAM

Excited for Skylake? Acer is too, so they're packing an overclocked i7-6700K and 64GB of RAM into the new Predator desktop that hits shelves in October.
Computing News
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Corsair unveils upcoming slate of RGB gaming peripherals at Gamescom

Corsair's new gaming lineup includes a mechanical keyboard, MMO mouse, and a headset with Dolby 7.1, all with RGB multicolor LED lighting control.
Computing News
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So much for the unhackable Mac: Root exploit hits the wild with no fix in sight

Some might have you believe that Macs can't get viruses, but the newest root exploit was spotted by researchers being used to install several malicious apps
Computing News
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Want a Windows 10 laptop at a low price? Acer’s new Cloudbooks may be for you

The pair of new laptops from Acer provide baseline performance and less local storage in exchange for cloud services and bargain basement prices.
Computing News
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Apple rolls out sixth El Capitan beta build in two months

In the short two months since the El Capitan beta was announced, Apple has rolled out five beta versions to developers, with the sixth rolling out now.
Computing News
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Microsoft wins over its harshest critics as gamers move to Windows 10

The July 2015 results from Steam's opt-in hardware and software survey point to some interesting trends in Windows 10's release.
Computing News
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Exaflop supercomputer project begins, thanks to executive order from President Obama

With two pre-exaflop computers already under construction, Nvidia has stepped up to provide GPUs for a new project signed by Obama to reach exaflop scale.
Computing News
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It’s not a trap! Adidas adds Star Wars options for miAdidas customization

Your new Adidas Star Wars ZX Fluxes and Superstars may have you looking like the freshest Jedi this side of the force, but don't get cocky, kid.
Emerging Tech News
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Toshiba proves it’s ready for Windows 10 with a selection of new PCs

Toshiba is showing that its ready for Windows 10 by expanding their tablet line to include 10.1-inch devices, as well as revamping the Tecra A50 laptop.
Computing News
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Windows 10 didn’t break the Internet, but it could have

Many users are frustrated that they're still waiting to update the Microsoft's latest OS, but the staggered rollout may have saved everyone a lot of grief.
Computing News
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The era of paid OS upgrades ends with Windows 10

There’s a new pricing and distribution model for Windows 10, but it’s likely that very few outside of enterprise situations will need to pay at all.
Computing Reviews
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Windows 10 bakes OneDrive into the warm, familiar crust of File Explorer

Microsoft offers easy, integrated cloud services with Windows 10, but it may leave advanced users wanting more control over their data and apps.
Computing Reviews
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Mushkin’s new M.2 SSDs are kind to your wallet and your system footprint

If you need SSD performance in a small footprint, and you don't want to spend a ton, Mushkin has you covered with a selection of M.2 SATA drives.
Computing News
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Insiders can use new utility to stop problematic Windows 10 updates cold

While Home users won't be able to control which updates they receive, Insiders can use this utility to filter out problematic driver and software updates.
Computing News
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Nvidia’s next GPU may have 32GB of VRAM and 17 billion transistors

It's still just a rumor, but it looks like some details have spilled out on Nvidia's upcoming Pascal GPU that, if true, are groundbreaking changes.
Computing News
Intel Skylake

Skylake’s improvements over Broadwell are impressive, if leaked slides are to be believed

If the leaked slides are to be believed, Skylake chips will boast a number of impressive -- and noticeable -- upgrades over the Broadwell series chips.
Computing News
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The Amiga 1000, a milestone in personal computing, turns 30 today

30 years ago, on July 23rd of 1985, Commodore unveiled the Amiga 1000, and personal computing was never the same again.
Computing News
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Show your Windows Insider status to the world with these exclusive ninja cat wallpapers

While today's update isn't the RTM build Insiders are clamoring for, wallpapers of ninja cat riding a unicorn, narhwal, and T. rex are a decent consolation.
Computing News
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Go update now! Microsoft issues critical fix for OpenType vulnerability

This newly discovered OpenType exploit lets an attacker take control of your computer without warning, and it affects every version of Windows.
Computing News
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Windows 10 Build 10122 rolls out in the fast lane

There aren't a lot of big functionality changes in the 10122 Build of Windows 10, but there are some convenient bug fixes, and a bit more tweaking.
Computing News
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Windows 10 will make Microsoft your auto-updating overlord, and that’s okay

The Window 10 EULA says the OS may auto-update, and that's making everyone a little antsy. I, for one, welcome our new auto-updating overlords.
Computing News
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Intel delays work on 10nm Cannon Lake chips, plans third round of 14nm CPUs

Citing Moore's Law as an unrealistic expectation, Intel CEO Brian Krzanich announced that a round of 14nm chips would precede the 10nm Cannon Lake in 2017.
Computing News
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Are these screenshots of the official Windows 10 release build? UPDATE: Nope!

With just a couple of weeks until the official launch of Windows 10, it looks like Microsoft may have settled on a build that will become the RTM version.
Computing News
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MIT researchers show off supercomputer that treats NAND storage like RAM

In a recent study, researchers found that in common use cases NAND flash can be used instead of DRAM for competitive speed at a fraction of the energy use.
Computing News
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Microsoft delays the Surface Hub to prepare for more pre-orders than anticipated

Due to a huge number of pre-orders in the first two weeks, Microsoft has delayed the release of the Surface Hub to prepare for greater production numbers.
Computing News
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China’s supercomputer still the fastest, but the U.S. is catching up

For the fifth time in a row, China's Tianhe-2 is the fastest supercomputer in the world, but the U.S. is set up to make a comeback in the next few years.
Computing News
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Meet the Monster: How a funky engineer built the biggest brand in headphones

From humble origins in a bay area garage, to parties with Slash, Noel Lee of Monster Audio turned a passion project into a multi-million dollar audio brand.
Music Features
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Microsoft suspends Windows 10 Insider updates in preparation for RTM

In an effort to get Insiders to stress test the final distribution system, Microsoft has temporarily suspended Windows 10 Insider updates for a few days.
Computing News
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Windows 10 box art leaks, so you’ll know what to look for in-store

We're not sure why you would, but if you're buying a physical copy of Windows 10 for some reason, the box art for DVD and USB stick releases has leaked.
Computing News
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Ready to leave Devil’s Canyon? Core i7-6700K benchmarks leak

Whether they were supposed to or not, real-world benchmarks for the upcoming Skylake-S chip have hit the web, and they're another reason to skip Broadwell.
Computing News
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The OS X El Capitan public beta is live for everyone

The long wait for non-developers is over, and the general public can now download and install the OS X El Capitan beta.
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PC sales still declining, but might rebound in 2016

Traditional computer sales are down, but with the help of Windows 10, and premium mobiles devices like the Surface and MacBook Air, they should bounce back.
Computing News
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The Voyo V2 mini-PC is a desktop that thinks its a laptop

With so many PC options no bigger than a slice of bread, the Voyo V2 hopes to appeal to users with a built-in battery and extended storage via an SSD.
Computing News
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