Latest PC Upgrades Articles
- 30 September 2013
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Feature: Windows 8.1 release date and new features UK
Windows 8.1, previously known as Windows Blue, is the first major update for the Windows 8 operating system. Here is the Windows 8.1 release date, new features and price.
- 24 September 2013
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How-Tos: Test the memory in your PC or laptop
We show you how to check that the memory installed in your PC or laptop is working correctly. Here's how to find out if your RAM is faulty.
- 23 September 2013
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How-Tos: How to upgrade your graphics card
Turn your humble PC into a games machine at a fraction of the price of a next-gen console. Here's how to fit a more powerful graphics card.
- 09 September 2013
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Buying Advice: Buying advice: Radeon HD 7870 or GeForce 660?
We test the Radeon HD 7870 against nVidia's GeForce 660 and 660 Ti graphics boards. Read on for 7870 v 660/660 comparative benchmarks and specs, as well as a list of the graphics cards commercially available.
- 23 August 2013
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News: Lenovo to reinstate Windows Start menu
Lenovo has decided enough is enough and will put the Start menu back for its Windows 8 PCs and laptops.
- 21 August 2013
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How-Tos: How to check your CPU temperature
We explain how to use the free SpeedFan utility to check your CPU temperature, as well as other temperatures in your PC and monitor fan speeds.
- 20 August 2013
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How-Tos: Should I boost my PC's memory?
Will more RAM speed up your PC? We explain how to boost your PC's speed by increasing the installed memory.
- 16 August 2013
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How-Tos: Fix power surge damage to PC
How to check your PC for damage after a power surge. How to fix your PC after a power surge.
- 01 August 2013
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How-Tos: How to slave a SATA drive
Want to add storage to your PC using a second SATA hard drive, or install a new SSD and make your old SATA drive the 'slave'? We explain everything you need to know.
- 31 July 2013
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How-Tos: How to speed up a computer
We show you how to speed up a PC or speed up a laptop. Free software tweaks to speed up Windows, and the best hardware upgrades to boost your PC or laptop.
- 16 July 2013
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Feature: Should I upgrade my PC
If your PC or laptop is running out of steam, you might be better off upgrading it than buying a new one. We help you decide whether it’s worth investing in more memory, an SSD or even a new processor, and how to go about the upgrade.
- 09 July 2013
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News: Windows 8.1 RTM coming in August
Microsoft has confirmed that the release to manufacturing (RTM) version of Windows 8.1 will be arriving in late August.
- 03 July 2013
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How-Tos: Add a touchscreen monitor to your Windows 8 PC
Running at a full HD resolution of 1920 x1080 the Dell S2340T is pin sharp and offers superb colour accuracy
- 19 June 2013
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Lenovo outs first 15in ThinkPad Ultrabook
Lenovo has announced its ThinkPad S531, the firm's first 15in ThinkPad Ultrabook laptop.
- 12 June 2013
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How-Tos: Connect Bluetooth keyboard to Android
It's a question we've been asked several times: can you use a PC Bluetooth keyboard on an Android smartphone or tablet? Here we show you how to use a Bluetooth keyboard with Android.
- 11 June 2013
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Opinion: What's so great about Haswell?
All's well that Haswell: Intel's new Core i3, i5 and i7 processors use less power than ever before, so we should start to see powerful laptops that really do last all day. But does anyone care about the technology any more?
- 10 June 2013
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News: Get a PC for just £24
A new scheme backed by Microsoft is offering consumers in Briton PCs and laptops from just £24.
- 06 June 2013
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Feature: Best Graphics Card 2013
We announce the winner of our Best Graphics Card award
- 16 May 2013
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Opinion: Three simple ways to get a speedy PC
There are three ways to get a faster PC or laptop: buy a new one, upgrade the hardware, or upgrade the software. We can show you how to do them all.
- 01 April 2013
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Buying Advice: Do I need a graphics card or will Intel's integrated HD Graphics 4000 suffice?
Our Helproom Editor explains what to expect from Intel Graphics 4000 - the integrated graphical processing unit of Ivy Bridge processors. Do you need a separate graphics card?
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14 best smartphones: The best phone you can buy in 2013
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LG G2 review: The best smartphone you can buy
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Argos MyTablet vs Tesco Hudl comparison review: The battle of the budget tablets
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New Nexus 10 2 (2013) vs iPad Air specs comparison review; how do Google & Apple tablets compare?
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Kindle Fire HD vs Tesco Hudl vs Kindle Fire HD 8.9 tablet comparison review
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Nexus 10 2 (2013) release date, price and spec rumours
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Google Nexus 5 UK release date, UK price, photos, video and specs: what you need to know about Nexus 5
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iPhone 6 release date: When will the iPhone 6 be launched?
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PS4 release date, specs and its backwards compatibility issues: What you need to know about the PlayStation 4
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Asda launches 'nation's cheapest' mobile phone at £5
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LG G2 review: The best smartphone you can buy
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Argos MyTablet vs Tesco Hudl comparison review: The battle of the budget tablets
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New Nexus 10 2 (2013) vs iPad Air specs comparison review; how do Google & Apple tablets compare?
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Kindle Fire HD vs Tesco Hudl vs Kindle Fire HD 8.9 tablet comparison review
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LeapPad Ultra review – hands-on with LeapFrog's latest kids tablet
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How to close running apps in iOS 7: iPhone now works like Android
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How to remove Bitstrips from Facebook: Hide Bitstrip comics from your Facebook news feed
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How to set a song on your iPhone as a ringtone
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How to format a write-protected USB flash drive or memory card
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How to block a number on an iPhone in iOS 7, iOS 6
Latest Videos
Video: Surface Pro 2 review: Microsoft's unique but compromised tablet is laptop, PC and slate
The Surface Pro 2 can function as full Windows 8 tablet, laptop and desktop PC. But it's not cheap and unless you really need this power in tablet form, you may be better off with a separate laptop and tablet. Here's PC Advisor's Surface Pro 2 video review.
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Lenovo Yoga Tablet 8 review: An affordable Android tablet with a great design but mediocre specs
Lenovo is taking on the big guns in the tablet world with its sub-£200 Yoga Tablet 8. Here's our…
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the Lenovo Miix's reasonable price and attractive IPS screen ensures that it works well as an…
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How to play YouTube in the background on iPhone and iPad in iOS 7
Listen to YouTube audio and use another app or turn the screen off
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How to hide years on your Facebook timeline: three steps to keep your Facebook content private
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