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Microsoft has started warning its users that if you don’t have enough storage available when you install its October Update, the software could ultimately cause your machine to not load and stop working. According to ZDNet, which earlier reported on the issue, Microsoft is particularly concerned about “thin clients” and “embedded systems” that don’t typically have much storage and use other resources. However, since there are still many Windows machines on store shelves that come with precious little storage, anyone who has a machine with not much storage....

Microsoft sent out invites today for a special Surface event in New York City on Oct 2. Microsoft didn’t say which products would be at the event, but we’re expecting to see the Surface Laptop 3, Surface Pro 7 and Surface Book 3. We’ve been tracking the rumors around these devices for the past few months and are excited to see some of their anticipated features. The Surface Pro 7, Microsoft’s next flagship detachable, could get a redesigned keyboard that is thinner than the current Type Cover while the Surface Book 3 is expected to get Turing RTX graphics....

Typically held in Seattle, Build 2020 will be a virtual event due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The event, which usually has an asking price of around $2,000, will be free to everyone. How to use Windows 10Best video conferencing apps and softwareWindows 10 update is causing critical laptop errors: What to do now Here is everything you need to know about Build 2020, including the steps needed to register and stream the conference on your laptop....

Microsoft recently added Performance Mode to its Chromium-based browser with an announcement on Microsoft’s Tech Community page (opens in new tab) giving users detail on how it all works. The best Microsoft Surface deals in April 2021The best Microsoft Surface Pro deals in AprilThe best cheap laptop deals of April 2021 Edge’s new Performance Mode is supposed to optimize web browsing speed and responsiveness and reduce CPU, RAM and battery usage....

On October 2, at 4pm Eastern, Microsoft will hold an event that is reportedly focused on its Surface laptop line. Microsoft confirmed the event in an invite sent out to media today, which reads “A moment of your time.” MORE: Which Surface Is Right for You? Go vs Pro vs Laptop The event is likely to focus on updates to the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, to add 8th Gen Intel processors, as well as an update to the Surface Studio, the desktop made for creatives that launched two years ago and hasn’t seen a new version since....

S0 it’s only natural we’d get excited over the latest crop of Surface Book sales we’ve uncovered both on the previous-gen Surface Book (opens in new tab) and the current-gen Surface Book 2 (opens in new tab). The Surface Book 2 isn’t a radical departure from its predecessor, but it does sport better hardware including USB Type-C connectivity. Simply put, it’s the cleanest and purest way to use Windows 10....

With the newly unveiled Surface Laptop 2, Microsoft promises a better keyboard and huge improvements to performance. But perhaps the most mouth-watering addition is the new matte black color variant. Are these changes enough to recommend the new model over its predecessor? Here is how the Surface Laptop 2 compares to the original Surface laptop. Design If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. The Surface Laptop 2 is a spitting image of last year’s device, except now there is a matte black color option....

Apple, however, made the Dock semi-customizable. You can reduce the size to fit your needs as well as change the default position at the bottom and keep it on the left or right side of the screen. On the other hand, if you have plenty of apps that you want to make visible and the Dock seems too small, you can just increase the size by adjusting a slider. If you would rather get rid of it temporarily to get some valuable screen space, you might want to consider just hiding the Dock rather than tweaking its size or position....

The Creator Z17 HX Studio and Z16 HX Studio deliver top-end performance with the latest Intel 13th Gen HX CPUs and Nvidia RTX 40-Series GPUs with a stylish look and premium feel that will look to win over converts from the MacBook Pro and other creator-focused laptops. The new laptops are slated to arrive in February, but for now here’s a closer look at each model. MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio If you are looking for the absolute top-of-the-line the Creator Z17 HX Studio is it with up to an Intel 13th Gen Core i9-13980HX that reportedly delivers a 185% boost in Cinebench R23 benchmarking over the i9-12900HK....

Design: Here There Be Dragons MSI knows how to make a great first impression. The Dragon Edition of the Dominator Pro commands your attention with its gleaming, candy-apple-red, brushed-aluminum lid. The titular beast’s lair sits front and center, with the mythical monster seemingly guarding the silver-chrome MSI emblem in a stance that would make Smaug proud. A backlit cutout representing the beast’s eye adds a touch of whimsy. You’ll find another dragon lurking on the outer perimeter of the raised palm rest, keeping the n00bs at bay....

Design: Straight Off the Batmobile From afar, the WE72 looks like most other workstations: black and blocky. But there are a few details that I really appreciate: Its subtle, silver logo is placed above the Workstation logo, and the black aluminum lid has a few small, symmetrical bumps – it looks like the hood on the Batmobile. When I lifted the lid, I was greeted by the thick-bezeled, 17.3-inch 1080p display and an island-style keyboard with RGB backlighting....

Water resistance: IPX8 waterproof Built-in storage: 8GB for more than 1,500 songs Microphone: CVC noise reduction Battery: 230 mAh with magnetic USB Type-A charging cable Wireless connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 Materials: Titanium alloy with soft-touch matte silicone cover Headset weight: 1.3 ounces I had serious questions, and I’m sure you do too, so let’s get into why the Naenka Runner Pro’s are so much fun and possibly worth the $120 investment....

Google is reportedly considering reducing energy usage by turning off unneeded JavaScript timers and trackers when a tab is in the background, as reported by TheWindowsClub (via Engadget). By doing so, Google could improve energy efficiency and significantly extend the battery life of your system. Best Chromebooks in 2020Google Chrome vs. Microsoft Edge: Which browser is best?Microsoft Edge hands-on review: The Chrome killer has arrived A technical document spotted by TheWindowsClub describes how Google limited the Javascript timer to wake up every minute in background tabs....

It’s one of the best laptop deals you can get right now. More: Best MacBook dealsMacBook Air 2020 vs. MacBook Air 2019MacBook Air 2020 review The new MacBook Air 2020 is one of the best laptops you can own. When it comes to specs, the laptop features a 13.3-inch (2560 x 1600) Retina display, a backlit Magic Keyboard, Touch ID, a 10th Gen Core i3 CPU and Intel Iris Plus graphics....

The question is what would Nintendo use to power the new Switch and our sister site Tom’s Guide came up with an interesting option, the next-gen portable console could take a page from the playbook of the other next-gen consoles by looking to a partnership between AMD and Samsung to deliver a massive performance boost to the next Switch. To be clear there is no specific rumor to indicate that this is going to happen, so you can go ahead and take this with a whole bucket of salt, but it’s a fun hypothesis based on what is known of the available chips that could be utilized for a portable console like the Switch....

Although the Galaxy Z Fold 2 is an upgrade from its predecessor in many ways, the leaked video reminds us that there’s one conspicuous feature that the Fold 2 did not leave behind with the original Fold — the dreaded crease that plagues many foldable devices. Samsung Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Ultra unveiled: Everything you need to knowSamsung Galaxy Note 20 vs. Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Which phone should you buyThe new S pen is here – here’s why S stands for sensational...

The first entry in the new Witcher trilogy is codenamed Project Polaris and is “built on the legacy of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.” Of course, it’ll be an open-world RPG and is currently in the pre-production stages with the CD Projekt Red team. CD Projekt Red also claims that all three games are “aimed to be delivered within a 6-year period following the Polaris release.” This is a pretty steep promise, especially since the original Witcher trilogy launched within an 8-year period after the original’s launch, and games weren’t as difficult to make as they are now....

Ironically, this attack can happen in Office for Mac 2016 and 2019 only if you’ve opted for the most secure setting, “Disable all macros without notification”. If you instead stuck with the default setting, “Disable all macros with notification,” then these macros will be blocked. “The Microsoft Office for Mac option ‘Disable all macros without notification’ enables XLM macros without prompting, which can allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system,” warned the government-funded CERT Coordination Center (CERT/CC) (opens in new tab)at Carnegie Mellon University in a blog posting last week....

Compared to the last 15-inch Origin PC we reviewed, the 7.2-pound, 15.2 x 10.3 x 1.4-inch Eon15-X, the EVO15-S is positively svelte at 4 pounds, 15 x 9.8 x 0.69 inches. Much of the weight loss has to do with the chassis, which I recently saw on the MSI GS63VR Stealth Pro. It’s a great choice as it makes for an extremely portable system. Plus, you can gussy up the laptop with one of the company’s custom paint jobs....