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CoinHive

Report claims ecommerce sites are hijacking visitor CPUs to mine digital coins

A report claims that more than 2,400 legitimate ecommerce websites are running CoinHive software in the background while visitors shop.
Benchmarks

Intel and AMD's love/hate relationship spilled in benchmarks detailing two chips

After Intel and AMD revealed their upcoming joint project, benchmarks appeared showing additional detail regarding two models.
keylogging

Mechanical keyboard maker accused of keylogging as customers examine software

Reports have surfaced that software supplied with MantisTek's GK2 mechanical keyboard is keylogging input and transmitting the data online.
all-in-one

Intel is cramming custom AMD Radeon graphics into an eighth-generation chip

Intel and AMD announced on November 6 that they teamed up to create an all-in-one package for ultra-thin form factors and more.
Titan X

Nvidia's Pascal rollout continues with the upcoming Titan X Collector's Edition

Nvidia isn't done with its Pascal-based GTX 10 Series just yet. The company is now teasing a Collector's Edition of the Titan X graphics card.
GTX 1070

You can't beat HTC's new bundle packing Vive, the GTX 1070, and 'Fallout 4 VR'

HTC's latest promotion for its Vive headset kit for VR includes bundling it with the GeForce GTX 1070 graphics card for PC, and Fallout 4 VR.
ROG G703

The monstrous ROG G703 Asus laptop could easily chew through your PC games

This week, Asus introduced its new monster-sized ROG G703 laptop packed with an overclocked processor and graphics chip.
HTC stand-alone VR headset

HTC may reveal its China-bound stand-alone VR headset later this month

Reports suggest that HTC may officially launch its stand-alone VR headset for China this month during its developer conference in Beijing.
intel cannonlake on track for 2017 cannon lake laptop

Intel's Cannonlake processor is still scheduled to fire off by the end of 2017

During Intel's third quarter earnings call, CEO Brian Krzanich confirmed that the 10nm Cannonlake CPUs are on track for a 2017 debut.
Outlook.com

Outlook.com now knows where you live, and will move your data accordingly

Microsoft's Outlook.com email service can now detect where you reside on a global scale and move your account to the closest data center.
Optane-branded

Intel finally soothes the PC gamer crowd with high-capacity SSDs

They're finally here: Optane-branded storage from Intel aimed at PC gamers and enthusiasts. They provide fast transfers and high capacities.
A view inside a dark data center.

Are enterprise hard drives more reliable than mainstream models? Report says no

A recent study issued by cloud service provider Backblaze reports that hard drives built for data centers aren't more reliable.
GTX 1070 Ti

Nvidia confirms GTX 1070 Ti add-in card will arrive next month from 11 partners

After the card surfaced in rumors over the last several months, Nvidia confirmed when the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti graphics card will hit stores.
Ryzen APUs

AMD crams desktop performance into ultra-thin laptops with its new Ryzen APUs

On Thursday, AMD introduced its new eighth-generation Ryzen APUs for ultra-thin laptops. They include AMD's latest Vega graphics cores.
Intel Online Connect

Lenovo beefs up security on select laptops with Intel Online Connect protection

Lenovo said on Tuesday that select devices with seventh and eighth-generation Intel Core processors now support Intel Online Connect.
show hidden files in Windows

Want to show hidden files in Windows? Here’s a quick guide for Windows 7/8.1/10

Here's our guide on how to show hidden files in Windows, regardless of which version of the OS your computer is running.
how to create a scatter plot in excel microsoft 2016

This is how to create a scatter plot in Excel using the latest version

Want to know how to create a scatter plot in Excel? Here's a guide on how we created a simple chart based on performance numbers.
Razer Basilisk review

Razer Basilisk review

Our Razer Basilisk review reveals a deadly mouse with precision aim using a cool new "clutch" feature. Is that enough to stand out from the competition?
Oculus Go

The stand-alone VR headset market just got bigger with Facebook’s new Oculus Go

During the Oculus Connect 4 keynote, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed a stand-alone VR headset called Oculus Go.
CherryPi

Facebook's CherryPi suffered defeat in 'StarCraft,' but a win for its AI team

Facebook competed with independent developers ,institutions, and companies in StarCraft: Brood War using its CherryPi artificial intelligence.
Microsoft Edge

1Password comes to Microsoft Edge as an extension, but you still need software

The 1Password browser extension for Microsoft Edge is now available, but it doesn't run on its own. You'll also need the desktop software.
Acer Predator Helios 300 review

Acer Predator Helios 300 review

Our Acer Predator Helios 300 review shows what Acer does right in a $1,300 gaming laptop, but how does it compete with rival laptops with the same setup?
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Google’s high-end Pixelbook packs a punch, and it starts at just $1,000

Google held a press event on October 4 to showcase new products, one of which was a new high-end Google Pixelbook.
THinkPad Anniversary Edition 25

It’s real! Lenovo unveils 25th Anniversary ThinkPad with retro keyboard, styling

Lenovo is now offering the ThinkPad Anniversary Edition 25 limited edition laptop. But don't worry: there's no ancient technology here.
Surface Pro 2017

Leak at Ignite 2017 suggests when the Surface Pro 2017 LTE model will land

During Microsoft's Ignite 2017 conference, a representative said the LTE version of the Surface Pro 2017 2-in-1 will be made available soon.
bitcoin

Visited Showtime online recently? It allegedly mined virtual coins on your PC

Reports have surfaced pointing to Showtime's use of a script in two of its websites to quietly generate virtual coins using visitor PCs.
Coffee Lake-S

Intel reveals its 8th-gen desktop CPU rollout early dubbed as Coffee Lake-S

Someone broke Intel's embargo, so we can now officially disclose Intel's upcoming eighth-gen desktop processor lineup dubbed Coffee Lake-S.
Project Alloy

Intel cancels Project Alloy wireless VR headset, but is still investing in AR/VR

Intel has cancelled Project Alloy, its wireless VR headset, but will still invest in the tech to expand augmented and virtual reality.
SmartDesk 3

The SmartDesk 3 could be the smartest piece of office furniture you can buy

Autonomous introduced the SmartDesk 3, a desk that rises to the occasion when you need to eat, stay hydrated, or call an Uber.
Windows 10 Home vs. Pro

Latest Insider build shows Microsoft is nearing its Fall Creators Update release

Windows Insider Build 16291 is out, but don't expect anything really exciting save for a list of bug fixes, and a new Cortana-based feature.
Chromebook x360

HP had abusive students in mind when designing its rugged Chromebook x360 PCs

HP now offers four new Chromebook x360 convertible PCs that are built to withstand the rugged abuse of young students.
Exploding Kittens

Play 'Exploding Kittens' free when you challenge Microsoft's Zo chatbot

Microsoft said on Wednesday that you can now play the 'Exploding Kittens' card game with its social chatbot called Zo, free of charge.
Portable tech gadgets roundup | Digital Trends

Expert says risk of Bluetooth ‘BlueBorne’ attacks across multiple devices overblown

A report issued by security firm Armis warns of a possible Bluetooth-based attack dubbed BlueBorne, but there's nothing to worry about.
HP Z Displays

New HP Z Displays roll out for home or office use on any budget

New HP Z Displays are now available for any office or home, and for any budget. The updated portfolio includes a 37.5-inch curved model.