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Asus Transformer Pro T304 is a Surface Pro 4 look-alike that can be ordered today

The Asus Transformer Pro T304 is a Microsoft Surface Pro 4 lookalike with premium pricing, and you can order it today.

Apple responds to Wikileaks’ ‘Dark Matter’ release revealing CIA efforts to infect Macs

Wikileaks has released another round of exploits -- "Dark Matter" -- this time focused on the CIA's efforts to infect Apple's Mac platform.
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Save some cash with a refurbished 15-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar

Apple now has 2016 15-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar models available via its refurbished program, offering up some real savings.
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Proposed NFL rule change could put Microsoft Surface front and center on replays

A proposed NFL rule change would use Microsoft Surface tablets for monitoring official replay reviews, enhanced the company's marketing.
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Windows 10 Anniversary Update is on most PCs, AdDuplex data shows

The latest AdDuplex data shows that most users have upgraded to Windows 10 Anniversary Update, right before Creators Update rolls around.
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Dell promises to give high resolution new meaning with $5,000 8K UHD display

Dell's UP3218K offers an incredibly high 8K UHD resolution and superior color support for a cool $5,000, with delivery slated for April 2017.
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Khronos wants to let you write a game that can run on Vulkan, Metal, and DirectX 12

Khronos is developing a portable API that will run on top of Vulkan, Metal, and DirectX 12 to let developers write a game just once.
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'Dig once' legislation hopes to increase fiber internet's footprint

"Dig once" legislation would incorporate laying fiber into federal infrastructure projects to save costs and increase its footprint.
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Logitech's MK850 Performance is the full-size keyboard and mouse combo for all your devices

The Logitech MK850 Performance keyboard and mouse combo offers a full-size productivity option for a wide range of devices.
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Microsoft has resolved issues with users being unable to log into its services

Microsoft is having issues with user logins to various services, including Xbox Live, OneDrive, Skype, Outlook.com, and the Windows Store.

Some companies are having problems with Wikileaks’ demands over CIA hack fixes

WikiLeaks and companies affected by release of the Vault 7 CIA cache have hit some snags in their effort to make sure exploits are fixed.
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Microsoft Edge browser fails to fend off five attacks at Pwn2Own hacking event

Microsoft's Edge web browser was the most hacked at the 2017 Pwn2Own event, with Google's Chrome coming in as the most secure.
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Outlook 2016 for Mac now works with the Touch Bar and all of those cool add-ins

Microsoft is adding Touch Bar and add-in support to Outlook 2016 for Mac, after the features spent some time in Office Insider builds.
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Schools have new, more integrated options for running Office 365 on Chrome OS

Neverware has created a version of its CloudReady platform that brings Office 365 integration to low-end Chrome OS machines.
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Porsche Design sends its Surface Book competitor to FCC for certification

The expensive and advanced Porsche Design Book One Windows 10 detachable 2-in-1 is seeking certification from the FCC.
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If ISPs get their way, your web browser won't be 'sensitive information'

Mobile broadband providers don't want the FCC to consider web browsing and app usage history as "sensitive data" in its regulations.
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With Windows 10 Creators Update around the corner, Microsoft keeps fixing bugs

Microsoft has released another Windows 10 preview build, 15061, and it brings just a few more bug fixes in preparation for Creators Update.
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If rumors are true, the next Microsoft Surface Book will be a normal notebook

Rumor suggests next Microsoft Surface Book will not be a 2-in-1, but a traditional clamshell notebook instead.
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BenQ’s new 27-inch and 28-inch monitors protect your eyes and your budget

BenQ has a couple of new monitors that protect your eyes and should more comfortably fit within modest budgets.

Backblaze has some advice if you need to destroy the data on an SSD

Cloud backup and storage company Backblaze has some advice on how to destroy the data on your SSD before you pass it along to someone else.
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Make some serious cash finding bugs with Microsoft's Office Insider Bug Bounty program

Microsoft has announced a new Bug Bounty program that offers some serious cash to users of its Office productivity suite for Windows Desktop.
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BitFenix Portal is a mini-ITX option with intelligent cooling and easy component access

The BitFenix Portal is a mini-ITX case with plenty of room and an easy-to-access sliding tray that makes it easy to show off your build.
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Microsoft is working on technology to help the visually impaired learn to code

Microsoft Research's Project Torino aims to use physical programming tools to help teach coding to the visually impaired.
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YouTube will soon require lower bandwidth to display more realistic VR video

YouTube and Daydream are collaborating on new ways to display 360-degree and VR video, with a focus on improved realism at lower bandwidth.
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After month-long delay, Microsoft releases Patch Tuesday update with security fixes

Microsoft released the Patch Tuesday update for March 2017, after a months-long delay, with some important fixes on hand.
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Windows 10 Creators Update is getting close, if the just-released build is any indication

Windows 10 Insiders Preview Build 15058 is just bug fixes, demonstrating that Creators Update is on its way soon.
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The original Apple-1 you've always wanted will be auctioned off in May

Original working Apple-1 to be sold by Breker auctioneer in May 2017, complete with original receipts and documentation.
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Rising SSD prices mean 2017 notebooks could have smaller storage options

SSD demand continues to outstrip supply, and so notebook PC makers will offer the best deals on 256GB SSD or smaller options in 2017.
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TSMC might bring a new 12nm manufacturing process to Nvidia's Volta GPUs

Nvidia's Volta, the GPU series expected as the follow-up to Pascal, could be manufactured by TSMC on a new 12nm process.
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Sony’s ‘superception’ VR tech could let users see virtual worlds through another’s eyes

Sony's "superception" technology promises to add another layer to the VR experience by letting users share each others' perspectives.
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Windows 10 Creators Update is now in the queue for an April release

Microsoft is getting ready to give the Creators Update its official stamp of approval, preparing for an April 11 release.
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Microsoft Garage’s Project Lively lets you collaborate without the cloud

Microsoft Garage has released Project Lively, an app and service intended to help people collaborate without the cloud.
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Google updates to Chrome 57, adds WebAssembly support and CSS Grid Layout specs

Google released Chrome 57 with support for WebAssembly, along with new CSS Grid Layout specs and the usual bug fixes.