Nvidia could debut GTX 11 Series graphics cards during Gamescom
Unnamed sources claim that third-party graphics card manufacturers will receive Nvidia's next-generation "Turing" chips by the end of August or early September. Actual ship dates are unknown for now as manufacturers could take weeks or several months after receiving their initial GPU shipments.
Improving security means killing the password, but that battle has just begun
As much as password reuse is a problem because people use the same passwords for different sites and services, some think that storing passwords in a central location is a bigger problem. As we begin to move beyond password use altogether, do we need to reconsider how our login credentials are stored as well?
Learn about the roots of the modern computing with the BBC’s free archive
The BBC has expanded its Computer Literacy Archive with hundreds of documentary episodes from the 1980s and 1990s to showcase just how far we've come in computing in the last few decades and look back on classic hardware like the BBC Micro. The archive also includes 160+ classic programs that can be run in modern web browsers.
Nvidia prototype graphics card sports 12GB of GDDR6 memory
A leaked image of a prototype Nvidia graphics card appears to sport 12GB of GDDR6 memory, suggesting that the next-generation will enjoy far greater memory bandwidth than the one that came before. Although missing a GPU core, the new card hints at a powerful new-range of graphics cards coming down the pipeline.
Huawei’s MateBook D could be the new king of powerful budget laptops
The Huawei MateBook D refresh packs the compact laptop with a 1080p display, 8GB of RAM, and a Ryzen with Vega 2500U APU. For just $600 at its discounted launch price, the little laptop offers decent performance for general computing and gaming and its fast-recharge battery will keep you working and playing for longer.
Updating your router to WPA3 could protect your home Wi-Fi network
The Wi-Fi Alliance has officially certified WPA3 security, making routers the world over more secure ... in theory. While new routers will definitely get the new password and encryption protection systems, there is some question over whether already-sold devices will be updated to support it.
Is your 1440p monitor actually a downscaled 4K panel in disguise?
A new report citing sources close to the monitor manufacturing business has suggested that some companies may be using extra stock of 4K panels to manufacture 1440P displays. While that might seem like a free upgrade, it can actually result in a worse-looking image due to downscaling and mismatched resolutions.
Leaked Snapdragon 1000 details suggest it could go head-to-head with Intel
New details about Qualcomm's rumored Snapdragon 1000 have been revealed, suggesting that the Windows-oriented SoC could offer competition for 2017 Intel Core processors. Better yet, it'll do so in a smaller form factor and potentially at a lower power draw too, making it a very attractive option for laptop owners.
First Snapdragon 845 Chromebook could be a 2-in-1 with detachable keyboard
More details about "Cheza," the alleged Snapdragon 845-powered Chromebook, have been unearthed from changes made to Chrome OS, suggesting that the first ever laptop running the powerful SoC may not be too far away. It could well be a 2-in-1 as well, with a detachable keyboard, and LTE data connectivity.
Valve VR knuckle controllers can squish, track fingers, navigate with thumbstick
Valve has released a new demo called Moondust to show off the capabilities of its knuckle VR controllers and give developers a chance to play around with its new capabilities. They can squish, track fingers, and allow navigation via a thumbstick input, all while sporting better ergonomics and battery life.
Leap Motion’s AR table tennis is a long way from your parents’ Pong
A demonstration of Leap Motion's new Project Northstar table tennis AR experience shows not only that mixed reality offers some great gaming experiences, but that it could be useful for teaching and improving real-world skills at the same time by testing human players against increasingly advanced A.I. opponents.
Intel’s hyperthreading blocked on OpenBSD amid hints of new Spectre-like bugs
The main developer of OpenBSD has announced that Intel chips will have hyperthreading disabled on the operating system in order to ward off potential Spectre-like exploits that take advantage of the way that simultaneous multithreading technologies work. This barring of the technology will be expanded to other chips.
AMD one-ups Intel with free Threadripper upgrade for 8086 competition winners
AMD is offering anyone who wins one of Intel's Anniversary Edition Core-i7 CPUs a free trade-in for one of its own high-powered offerings, the Threadripper 1950x. With 16 cores and 32 threads, it is more powerful in multi-threaded scenarios and is more expensive if you were to buy it yourself.
Miss Windows 7? Here’s how it would look if Microsoft released it today
A new concept video for an imagined 2018 edition of Windows 7 has fans of the classic operating system wishing it would become a reality. The clean Windows 7 layout with Windows 10 aesthetics makes for a potent blend of simplicity and beauty and offers a great companion to the creator's other videos.
HPE’s 145,000-core supercomputer could help manage U.S. nuclear stock
HPE has developed a brand-new type of supercomputer built around efficiency of physical space and faster access to memory. The new ARM-based system has more than 145,000 cores across thousands of servers and could help accelerate simulations that aid with the management and handling of the United States' nuclear stockpile.
AMD will only release Ryzen APU graphics drivers every three months
An AMD representative has clarified that it only plans to update the graphics drivers for its Raven Ridge APU chips once every three months. This is less often than its discrete graphics cards, which for the past couple of years have received monthly updates and a yearly refresh of entire software suite.
You’ll want to perk up when it comes to the new ‘Lazy State’ Intel CPU bug
A new Intel CPU bug that's similar to Spectre and Meltdown exploits has been discovered. Although it is much easier to patch and has already been shored up on most operating systems, it still has the potential to do serious damage to a systems' security if left unpatced, especially on server systems.
Mozilla goes all-in on voice commands with its latest browser concept
A recent Mozilla Foundation talk saw it discuss the possibility and architectural requirements for a new kind of web browser that would have fully integrated vocal commands at its core. The new browser ideal would build on existing vocal systems to provide a platform that was intuitive for those with sight limitations.
FBI lands a big catch, busts 74 and shuts down $16 million phishing ring
The FBI and counterpart agencies around the world have arrested more than 70 people and recovered more than $16 million in a crackdown on phishing emails. The scam run by this group targeted companies and tricked employees into handing over financial details or sending money to fraudulent accounts.
Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 ‘urgent’ update calms noisy fans for quieter computing
A new BIOS update for Dell's XPS 15 2-in-1 should fix one of the most glaring issues with the system, namely that the fans spin up very fast and loud when the system is charging. Early reports suggest the problem is far less pronounced after the update, ticking off one of the few issues with the convertible laptop.
Intel “forgot” to mention its 28-core CPU demo was bogus
Intel's demonstration of an allegedly new CPU at Computex with 28-cores and running at up to 5GHz on all of them has proved to be an over-exaggeration of overengineering hardware. In comparison, AMD's Threadripper 2 announcement is very much real and makes for an exciting rest of 2018 in the consumer CPU space.
Net neutrality is dead, but it could make a comeback
The repeal of net neutrality has been enacted and the principle has been effectively killed off at the federal level. However, there is a glimmer of hope for its fans, as many local government officials have been pushing legislation and making demands that could help enshrine its principles for the foreseeable future.
Unify your PC and accessory lighting with Razer’s expanded Chroma support
Razer now supports Chroma integration through a new API with seven different PC manufacturers, making it possible for AMD, MSI, NZXT, Lian Li, and more, to leverage Chroma lighting control in their products. That should make gaming PCs with various accessories look far more uniform than they have before.
Yahoo Messenger will soon die as Squirrel lives on in its wake
Yahoo is closing the doors on its instant messaging application, Yahoo Messenger for good. Existing users have until July 17 to enjoy its features before they lose access to it forever. The only caveat to longtime fans is that any conversations saved on the platform can be downloaded and saved for posterity.
Intel Anniversary Edition 5GHz six-core CPU hits 7.2GHz in supercooled overclock
The Intel Core i7-8086 Anniversary Edition CPU, which boosts to 5GHz, will be on sale soon. The binned 8700K CPU made its first appearance on June 8, lining up with the 40th anniversary of its original 8086 CPU. The new chip is the fastest six-core CPU Intel has released and it's giving away thousands for free.
Shatter, crack, and pop — Apple Watch lawsuit alleges long-term screen defect
A new class-action lawsuit alleges that Apple has been negligent in its dealing with flaws with the Apple Watch, refusing to fix outstanding problems with screen damage and failing to redesign it to avoid the issue in the future. The plaintiffs are seeking $5 million in compensation for their troubles.
Microsoft dumps a 40-foot data center to the ocean floor off Scotland’s coast
Microsoft's Project Natick enters stage two by dropping a 40-foot prototype datacenter 117 feet below the ocean surface near Scotland's Orkney Islands. It contains 12 racks playing host to 864 servers, and connects to a single cable feeding it power and a fiber optic network connection.
AMD Threadripper 2 with 32-cores and 64-threads one ups Intel
AMD stole all of Intel's high-powered CPU thunder at Computex this year, by debuting a 32-Core CPU just a day after Intel revealed its 28-core monster. The new Threadripper chip will be joined by a 24-core version and will fit the same sockets and motherboards as the last-generation Threadripper chips.
Dell Inspiron Gaming Desktop 5676 packs AMD CPUs and graphics cards
Dell's new AMD-focused Inspiron Gaming Desktop 5676 builds upon its predecessor and installs a brand new Ryzen 2000-series processor at its heart. Combined with AMD RX 500 graphics, up to 32GB of RAM, and as much as 2TB of storage space, the redesigned desktop should be a capable and affordable gaming machine.
Samsung may be developing a Snapdragon 850-powered Windows 2-in-1
Qualcomm announced at Computex that one of the first companies to use its new Snapdragon 850 SoC will be Samsung, though in what capacity is currently unknown. Since the Korean manufacturer has previously made convertible Windows tablets, maybe soon we'll see a new Galaxy Book with an efficient Snapdragon chip.
Intel just showed how it can substantially increase laptop battery life
Intel has shown off a brand-new display power saving technology at Computex 2018, which it claims can greatly increase battery life. The new 1W display technology was shown running on a Dell XPS 13 laptop, which Intel claims can have its 13-hour battery life boosted by between four and eight hours.