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Microsoft May 3, 2016

Microsoft Windows 10 hardware event: What to expect

The eyes of the tech world will be on New York City Tuesday when Microsoft hosts a major Windows 10 hardware event, which is expected to mark the debut of new smartphone, tablet and wearable products.

Google May 3, 2016

Google unveils new Nexus phones, Pixel C tablet

Google is launching major updates for the Nexus phone, Pixel line, and its widely-used Android operating system, the company announced on Tuesday.

Personal Tech May 3, 2016

Volkswagen: Software (and trust) that can't be patched

Volkswagen's software cheat may have done more than poison the atmosphere, cause innumerable illnesses, and hoodwink the EPA and 11 million car buyers: it may also prove to be irreparable and set back technological progress in cars for years to come.

Smartphones May 3, 2016

How to speed up iOS 9

Apple’s new iOS 9 platform is already running on an impressive number of iOS devices right out of the gate, but the operating system isn’t entirely free of flaws. Certain bugs can affect its performance, and older devices might not be as fast on iOS 9 as you’d expect – in fact, a thorough video comparison between all iPhone models that can run iOS 9 showed that the new OS is slightly slower than the iOS 8.4.1, though it does show significant gains when it comes to Wi-Fi speed and browsing.

iPhone May 3, 2016

8 tiny-but-terrific iOS 9 features you may have missed

iOS 9 isn’t the massive update that we saw with iOS 7 and iOS 8, but that doesn’t mean it’s bereft of cool new features. Below we’ve chronicled some small-but-significant iOS 9 changes flagged by Reddit’s Apple community that will improve the device’s overall usefulness and functionality.

Programming May 3, 2016

5 computer security secrets you need to know

You may have recently heard conflicting reports about ID fraud, and whether you should be concerned about it or not. You should. The threat of cyberattacks and ID theft is very real. Keep these two thoughts in mind: the White House and 12.7 million.

Smartphones May 3, 2016

10 more hidden features in iOS 9

Apple’s new iOS 9 software is definitely making waves already. The latest version of the company’s popular mobile platform was just released to the public on Wednesday and it has already been installed on millions of iPhones and iPads around the world. Of course, there are tons of new features baked into iOS 9 that Apple fans are eager to check out, but where should you start?

iPhone May 3, 2016

What to expect from Apple’s big product launch event

All eyes will be on the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco Wednesday when Apple CEO Tim Cook unveils the tech giant’s latest offerings, expected to include upgraded iPhones, an enhanced Apple TV, and, potentially, a larger iPad.

Smartphones May 3, 2016

iPhone 6s: Everything we expect to see in Apple’s next-gen iPhones

In about 24 hours, Tim Cook will take the stage at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco, California and officially unveil Apple’s next-gen iPhone lineup. Likely to be called the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus, Apple’s upcoming iPhones promise to deliver a number of compelling new features that should keep the refresh cycle as strong as ever.

Microsoft May 3, 2016

How to access Windows 10’s secret Start Menu

One of the most talked about new features in Windows 10 is the Start Menu, which is actually an old Windows feature that was sorely missed in Windows 8. But did you know that there’s a special “secret” Start Menu in Windows 10 that you’ve probably never even seen before?

Programming May 3, 2016

5 powerful Windows 10 laptops for students (and their parents)

For those heading back to school, make sure you upgrade your gear. For serious computing, that means a thin and light laptop running Windows 10, the new operating system from Microsoft that uses a cleaner, more appealing interface. These systems offer a few perks...some of which might also appeal to parents of the student. When you go shopping, keep in mind that the extra features are what really dictate whether the laptop meets your needs.