Why don’t PCs use error correcting RAM? “Because Intel,” says Linus
Artificial market segmentation may have suppressed demand for ECC in desktops. Enlarge / We've been enjoying a kinder, gentler Linus Torvalds for the past couple of years... but that doesn't mean he stopped having opinions. (credit: aaltounivers.....»»
How to fix the ‘unreachable’ error on Nanoleaf Skylight
Trying to fix the unreachable error on the Nanoleaf Skylight? The problem can be frustrating, but the good news is that it's easy to resolve......»»
Intel’s next-gen GPU has already been spotted in shipping
We've seen leaks for Intel's Battlemage GPUs for over a year now, but some shipping documentation hints that a launch is right around the corner......»»
What I learned when I replaced my cheap Pi 5 PC with a no-name Amazon mini desktop
Pi 5 is still an odd fit for day-to-day desktop use; cheap mini PCs come closer. Enlarge / Two cheapo Intel mini PCs, a Raspberry Pi 5, and an Xbox controller for scale. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) I recently tried to us.....»»
Dell XPS 14 vs. HP Spectre x360 14: which should you buy?
The Dell XPS 14 and HP Spectre x360 14 are two of the earliest laptops announced with Intel's new Meteor Lake chipset. Which is the better 14-inch laptop?.....»»
How Intel and Microsoft are teaming up to take on Apple
New information about Intel Lunar Lake reveals that Intel has been working closely with Microsoft to be able to compete against Apple's M3......»»
Quantum computing progress: Higher temps, better error correction
Amazon, IBM, and traditional silicon makers all working toward error correction. Enlarge (credit: vital) There's a strong consensus that tackling most useful problems with a quantum computer will require that the compute.....»»
Intel, Microsoft discuss plans to run Copilot locally on PCs instead of in the cloud
Companies are trying to make the "AI PC" happen with new silicon and software. Enlarge / The basic requirements for an AI PC, at least when it's running Windows. (credit: Intel) Microsoft said in January that 2024 would.....»»
All the ways Intel Macs are still better than Apple Silicon Macs
While Apple's new M-series MacBooks pack plenty of power, older Intel Macs are still better in a few ways......»»
Dell’s new XPS 14 laptop just got an unprecedented price cut
The recently released Dell XPS 14 with the Intel Core Ultra 7 processor is already on sale from Dell with a $210 discount, which slashes its price to $1,549......»»
Here’s more confirmation that 2024 will be a slow year for Macs
A new road map from a research firm indicates that the Apple M4 chip could launch in early 2025 to compete with offerings from Intel and Qualcomm.....»»
How to fix the ‘iPhone Unavailable’ error on any iPhone
The 'iPhone is disabled' lock occurs when too many failed passcodes are entered. Here's what to do when that happens and how to prevent passcode problems......»»
Missed it last time? Dell’s $599 XPS 13 deal is back again
Dell is giving you another chance to purchase the Dell XPS 13 with the 12th-generation Intel Core i5 processor at $200 off, so you wouldn't want to miss it......»»
Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 have arrived — with a catch
Microsoft has refreshed the Surface lineup with new commercial devices that sport Intel Core Ultra CPUs under the hood......»»
The only Intel CPU you should buy is over a year old
While Intel has plenty of great processors up for grabs, there's only one you should be buying if you don't need a productivity workhorse......»»
Intel receives $8.5 billion from US for expanding high-end fab capacity
Chips Act funding will primarily be directed toward development of Intel’s 18A node. Enlarge (credit: Bloomberg) Intel will receive $8.5 billion in direct funding and $11 billion in loans from the US government to expa.....»»
How to check your Mac’s CPU and GPU temperatures
Here's how to monitor your Mac CPU and GPU temperature to help diagnose problems with solutions for both Intel-based and Apple Silicon Macs and MacBooks......»»
15 Common Prime Video Problems & How to Fix Them
This guide will show you how to fix common Amazon Prime Video problems. Customers can run into streaming issues, connection problems and may see Prime Video error codes while trying to use the service. Use this guide to fix common Prime Video problem.....»»
Never-Repeating Patterns of Tiles Can Safeguard Quantum Information
Two researchers have proved that Penrose tilings, famous patterns that never repeat, are mathematically equivalent to a kind of quantum error correction......»»
How to Fix CBS Sports App Problems
This guide will show you how to fix problems with the CBS Sports app. We’ll show you how to fix the problems on your own, without waiting for a reply on Twitter, so that you don’t miss the action. From CBS Sports App error codes, to March.....»»
Everything we know about Lunar Lake, Intel’s big next-generation chips
Intel's Lunar Lake is a mobile-first generation of energy efficient CPUs that may well launch before the end of 2024. Here's what we know so far......»»