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Vaio unveilings: Sony shows hybrid Duo 11, Tap 20 desktop PC
Sony bulked up its Vaio line-up with two new entries today: one a large tabletop product and the other a convertible device that can toggle between a tablet and a laptop.
Valve's Gabe Newell: 'Windows 8 is kind of a catastrophe'
Gabe Newell has expressed fears for the future of open platforms and, in particular, the PC platform. 1
Apple rejoins EPEAT, Retina MacBook Pro makes the grade
After withdrawing its portfolio from EPEAT last week, Apple is once again amongst its fold.
OS X 'Mountain Lion' goes golden master
Apple's latest operating system has hit golden master, and is expected to arrive towards the end of July. 1
Windows 8 to go RTM in August, released October
In an unsurprising move, Microsoft has announced a late October launch for Windows 8, with release to manufacturing in August. 1
Apple withdraws from EPEAT
Coinciding with the launch of the MacBook Pro with Retina display, Apple is no longer claiming to be EPEAT Gold certified.
Retina display iMac to debut in October?
We could see a new iMac with a Retina display this year, though another report suggests that we may have to wait until next year.
Ratio of PCs sold over Macs drops to 1985 levels
PCs outsell Macs by a wide margin, but that gap has slowly been narrowing over the past few years, according to one analyst.
Windows 8 upgrade to be under US$40 in 131 markets
Microsoft's latest operating system takes a turn for the significantly cheaper. 4
Windows 7 on majority of PCs for the first time
Figures from StatCounter show Microsoft's latest operating system, Windows 7, is now on the majority of all PCs, overtaking Windows XP after three years.
Italy threatens Apple with fine, temporary closure
Antitrust authorities allege that Apple failed to inform Italian customers about free two-year warranty, as it pushed for-pay tech support contracts. 2
Quick tip: Coffee stops your PC going to sleep while downloading
Ever been partway through a huge download, and Windows sends your PC to sleep? We have the answer. 8
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HP Z1 Workstation
The Z1 workstation really brings HP's engineering skill to the fore. However, the large markup on workstation parts means that a significantly cheaper machine will outperform it, and high-end graphics cards are left out in the cold.
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Scorptec Mantis (AMD)
This is a very well-rounded HTPC, but the AMD APU might concern power users, with weaknesses in media transcoding offsetting decent gaming performance.
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Scorptec Mantis (Intel)
Given the beautiful build quality, reams of storage and excellent performance, the Scorptec Mantis Intel is our recommended HTPC for those who demand the very best. 1
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Enspire Digital AVR-500
Built by a local manufacturer, the AVR-500 is the epitome of a fully featured HTPC box; if there's a way you prefer to digest your media, chances are that this box can handle it. 1
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Asus EeeBox EB1033
The EeeBox is a versatile, if slightly underpowered, HTPC solution on a very tight budget.
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Dell XPS 2710
This is hands down the best Windows all-in-one we've used. It doesn't bother with the silliness of touch in a desktop, preferring to deliver an excellently executed experience instead. Recommended. 1
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Tech Time Machine: 17 May
It was on this day in history that a Greek archaeologist made a startling discovery: that of what is considered to be one of the world's ...
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Tech Time Machine: 11th April
This day in history sees the launch of both the Apple I computer and the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission to the moon.
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Tech Time Machine: 26 March
Hold on to your computers, we find out why the Melissa virus that struck computers today back in 1999 was so named.
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Tech Time Machine: 22 March
Can mankind survive a journey to Mars? And what do you do when the name of your best-selling product can't be trademarked? These important ...
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