Intel’s first NUC mini computers with 8th-gen Core processors are coming in March, and Simply NUC, a company that sells Intel’s tiny desktop PCs) is taking pre-orders for some of the first models. The NUC7i7DNKE is a slim model with an Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor and room inside the case for an M.2 solid state […]
January 2018
Windows Defender will start treating scareware cleaner/optimizer apps as malware
Microsoft has announced that its antivirus and anti-malware software will start treating free application that try to scare you into upgrading to paid software as “unwanted software.” That means they’ll be removed by Windows Defender, just like other malware. Microsoft says it’s expanding its definition of unwanted software to include program “that display coercive messaging” […]
Fujitsu sells off (most of) its phone business
Japanese electronics company Fujitsu has sold a majority stake in its mobile device business to Polaris Capital Group. Personally I was only vaguely aware Fujitsu even made phones but then I don’t live in Japan. The deal means Polaris will start a new company that will take over Fujitsu’s phone business, while Fujitsu continues to […]
C64 Mini coming March 29th for $70
The C64 Mini is basically what you’d get if you shrunk the case of a 1982 Commod 64 computer, added an HDMI port, and pre-installed 64 classic games. First announced last September, the Retro Games Ltd has now revealed that the new system will be available starting March 29th, for $70 (or ÂŁ70 or €80, depending […]
Deals of the Day (1-31-2018)
A good set of Bluetooth headphones can cost as much as $350. But it’s not unusual to find a cheap set of wireless earbuds that sells for closer to $20. Every now and again prices drop below that though, and today’s one of those “again” days, because ATGOING is selling a set of IPX5 water […]
Amazon Alexa now lets you send SMS messages by voice (if you have an Android phone)
Amazon’s Alexa voice service lets you get answers to questions, set reminders, listen to music, and shop by talking to an Echo smart speaker or other Alexa-enabled device. Recently Amazon also started adding support for calling and messaging, allowing Alexa users to place voice or video calls or send messages to other users. Now you […]
Intel June Canyon NUC specs released (Gemini Lake mini PCs)
Intel is updating its NUC line of mini desktop computers this year with new models including the “Hades Canyon” gaming model (with AMD graphics), an upcoming “Bean Canyon” model sporting 8th-gen Intel Coffee Lake chips, and a new entry-level set of “June Canyon” computers with low-power Celeron and Pentium chips based on the new Gemini Lake […]
Google, 3M, and others join the Universal Stylus Initiative
One of the biggest differences between modern tablets and smartphones and most of those that were available before 2007 is that you don’t need to use a stylus. Most modern devices with touchscreen displays use capacitive touch technology that allows you to touch, type, tap, or swipe using a fingertip. But that doesn’t mean the […]
Deals of the Day (1-30-2018)
Amazon is running a 1-day sale on Logitech PC accessories with deep discounts on mice, webcams, keyboards, and headsets. But Amazon isn’t the only place to save some money on Logitech accessories. Staples is also selling the Logitech M325 wireless optical mouse for $10 today, which makes it even more affordable than any of the […]
Toshiba laptops with 8th-gen Intel Core chips coming soon
Toshiba is updating its laptop lineup with 6 new models sporting 8th-gen Intel chips coming this quarter. The new Toshiba Portege X20W, Portege X30, Tecra X40, Tecra Z50, Tecra A50 and Tecra C50 are all business-class notebooks that sport Intel’s quad-core, U-series chips with Intel vPro. The Portege X20W is a 12.5 inch convertible with a […]