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MediaTek recently conducted the first live demo of Wi-Fi 7, based on the IEEE 8.02.11be standard. The company boasts that this will “mark the first time that Wi-Fi can be a true wireline/Ethernet replacement for super high-bandwidth applications” (via SlashGear). Best Wi-Fi routers in 2022Shop: Best daily dealsThe best laptop deals in January 2022 Wi-Fi 7 is naturally faster than Wi-Fi 6, up to 2.4x faster according to MediaTek, due to its utilization of 320Mhz, 2....

The company specified that the coronavirus — which has now infected more than 80,000 people and led to at least 2,800 deaths — is causing the supply chain to move slower than expected. Investors were warned that Windows and Surface sales would suffer this quarter as a result of those production delays. Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ReviewWhich Microsoft Surface Is Best? Pro X vs Pro 7 vs Laptop 3Apple is moving iPad production out of China due to coronavirus “Although we see strong Windows demand in line with our expectations, the supply chain is returning to normal operations at a slower pace than anticipated at the time of our Q2 earnings call,” Microsoft wrote in a press release (opens in new tab)....

In a blog post, Windows Corporate Vice President Michael Fortin previewed the update window that users will see, which features buttons for “Restart now,” “Pick a time,” and “Snooze.” These will allow you to proceed to the Creators Update immediately, schedule it for later or snooze the message, pausing the process for three days. MORE: How to Use Windows 10 Users will be allowed to reschedule if the time originally decided upon turns out to also not be opportune....

Right now, you can pick up the latest model of the Xbox Series X|S controller for $39.99 (opens in new tab) at Best Buy The Xbox Series X has proven to be an absolute beast of a console, and Microsoft’s controllers are often no different, providing a distinct feel and ergonomic design to keep the player comfortable. While Xbox’s modern controller doesn’t have the phenomenal Haptic Feedback and Adaptive Triggers found in the DualSense, Sony’s latest controller currently goes for $69....

There’s a reason why “For the Alliance” and “For the Horde” are popular phrases among WoW fans. This is a world in which these two massive factions are at odds, and it’s common for its characters (and even the players) to stand with their people with deep-rooted nationalism. More: World of Warcraft Dragonflight’s in-depth talent tree revival is a feature I’ve waited 10 years forThis is why World of Warcraft’s cross-faction update is a great ideaDragonflight’s Dracthyr Evoker will finally let me play an adorable dragon...

World of Warcraft expansions began at $39.99 with the launch of The Burning Crusade in 2007. This trend continued through Wrath of the Lich King, Cataclysm, and Mists of Pandaria. But Blizzard Entertainment began an unpopular trend with the release of Warlords of Draenor in 2014, raising the cost to $49.99. Legion and Battle for Azeroth continued this, and fans still weren’t very happy about it. But there was a glimmer of hope with the launch of Shadowlands; for the first time in six years, a WoW expansion was back to $39....

We also get into why Blizzard is obsessed with ducks this expansion and how the art and quest design team come together to form such a coherent experience that allows the player to explore as much of the world as possible. How Dragonriding impacts quest and zone design Dragonflight offers a unique opportunity for players to explore and interact with Warcraft’s world in a way that has never been possible before....

Dell (via eBay) is selling the XPS 15 (opens in new tab), with a Core i7 CPU and 16GB of RAM, for $450 off. That brings this powerful model down to $1,199 from its original $1,649 price. Don’t worry about this coming from eBay; It’s sold directly from Dell’s store in new condition with the included one-year warranty. In our glowing XPS 15 review, we were floored by its gorgeous 15....

During the playthrough (opens in new tab), the player fast traveled (1:14:09) and for a split second, the camera cuts to a shot underneath the world, breaking the game for just a moment before the game transports the player to their destination. See the best PC games and best Xbox Game Pass PC games to play nowCheck out the Xbox Series X games and PS5 games confirmed so farThis is what we know about the Xbox Series X and PS5 so far...

In the blog post (opens in new tab), Microsoft claims that the Xbox Series X is the “fastest, most powerful console ever,” which might be true considering the specs the new console boasts. Xbox Series X: specs, price and how it compares to gaming laptopsWatch out, PS5 ⁠— Xbox to reveal a ‘deep portfolio’ of games at E3 2020Xbox Series X will offer backward compatibility for four generations of Xbox consoles...

This news, disclosed by security researcher Jonathan Leitschuh, shows that even Macs that don’t have Zoom installed anymore — but once did — are vulnerable. The good news, though, is that there are solutions (one is seriously difficult, though), and Zoom seems to be fixing it all soon. What to do now The fix, thanks to Zoom changing its stance, appears to be as simple as accepting Zoom updates as they arrive....

Eugene Kogan and Tal Liberman, two researchers at enSilo, a security firm based in San Francisco, said Process Doppelganging abuses NTFS mechanisms to silently sneak malware into a Windows system without leaving a trace. (NTFS has been the default file system for all versions of Windows since 2001.) Kogan and Liberman explained that the attack replaces code in an open file, creates a malicious process out of the altered code, then reverts the original file to its previous state so that nothing is ever written to disk....

If you’re on the prowl for PlayStation, Xbox or Nintendo Switch deals, expect to see stellar price drops on game titles especially. We’ve been seeing frequent restocks of the Xbox One Series X|S and Nintendo Switch consoles and PS5 invitations to purchase. If you plan to pick up any of these systems during the holidays, we recommend you start looking now. Like last year’s Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals will be much like last year’s Black Friday deals....

From the latest XPS and Alienware laptops, to clearance discounts on outgoing systems, Dell is going big and you can reap the massive benefits by upgrading your tech setup on the cheap. We’ve pulled out the six best deals that you won’t find for cheaper anywhere else — thanks to our secret discount code (opens in new tab)! 1. Dell XPS 13 Plus gets a huge discount 2. A 12th Gen XPS 13 for just $750!...

That’s far faster than the team’s initial goal, which was 15 percent, Bryant said. The new CPUs are scheduled to release this fall, sometime before the holiday season. Besides these CPUs, Intel announced its Core X desktop series for maximum performance, as well as a new Intel Core i9 branding for top-of-the-line computing. Laptop Guide Previous TipNext Tip

So, if Apple wants to make the MacBook Pro coming in 2019 its best models yet, I’ve got some demands. Inspired by a list that former macOS reviewer John Siracusa introduced on his podcast, here’s the top nine things I want to see on the next MacBook Pro, in decreasing order of importance, with the most necessary change first. A new, reliable keyboard I would have bought a new MacBook Pro, but I’ve got trust issues with Apple right now, or rather, I’ve got my doubts about its keyboard....

Typing on the Surface Laptop after being used to the MacBook keyboards, we got to re-learn what it’s like to type on a keys that actually feel like they’re moving. That’s because the MacBook and MacBook Pro keyboards offer only 0.5 millimeters of travel, a mere third of the 1.5 mm that Microsoft is claiming for the Surface Laptop (which we’ll confirm in our review). For now, we can say that the keys are more quiet and more comfortable than what Apple offers....

For the past month, I have slimmed down my digital sidekicks considerably, using only a Samsung Galaxy Note 8. This experiment in living light encompassed everything I do, from writing (including this story), running my business and staying in touch with my far-flung family, to watching movies and sports, gaming, and making and listening to music. In other words, my whole life became tied to the Note 8. The key element in being able to consolidate my multidevice lifestyle into one phone was the Note 8’s DeX dock....

Though the Spin 3 and Spin 5 have similar features, both laptops are aimed to serve different niches. Stick around to find out which Spin consumer notebook will best cater to your needs. Acer Spin 3 reviewAcer Spin 5 review The Acer Spin 3 The newly updated Acer Spin 3 is a convertible notebook that struts around with a 13.3-inch, 2560 x 1600-pixel touch display. It sports a 360-degree hinge that allows users to transform the Spin 3 into several postures, including tablet mode and tent mode....