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For everyone else, the iPad Pro 2020 is a modest improvement to what was already the world’s best tablet. Performance gets a slight boost with the new A12Z Bionic chip and a new dual-camera system delivers stunning photos. Perhaps the most interesting new feature is a lidar scanner, a depth sensor that makes AR apps more compelling. The 2020 iPad Pro isn’t a necessary upgrade if you already own the previous version and you can save some money buying a different model, but if you want the most capable tablet on the market, look no further....

Or at least that’s what noted Apple blogger John Gruber is saying in a new post that cites both “first- and second-hand sources,” whose notes are “all consistent with each other.” Referencing Mark Gurman’s initial report for Bloomberg regarding Marzipan, Gruber notes that while “an active cross-platform UI project at Apple for iOS and macOS” exists, it “may have been codenamed ‘Marzipan’ at one point, but if so only in its earliest days....

Recent reports have come out via a Reddit forum where many Apple M1owners have detailed issues connecting peripherals via Bluetooth. Connecting to mice and keyboards have been a recurring complaint with many mentions of Logitech as well as Apple peripherals, such as the Magic Mouse and Apple Keyboard. Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020) reviewMacBooks with Apple M1 can run Windows 10 apps todayM1 MacBooks: Everything you need to know...

The culprit seems to be magnetic interference created by some devices. Apple, for its part, suggests keeping your medical devices at a safe distance of between 6 to 12 inches away if the Apple product is wirelessly charging. Apple also suggested you consult with your physician and device manufacturers for specific guidelines. The best MacBook deals for July 2021The best iPad deals of July 2021The best cheap Chromebook deals in July 2021...

Apple has sold its iPad tablets with a keyboard accessory for several years now. The Smart Keyboard is a useful piece of kit that essentially transforms the tablet into a laptop, but there are better options available to iPad owners. Apart from being expensive, the Smart Keyboard has very shallow keys, and was the most difficult to type on when we compared iPad Pro keyboards. Scissor switches would fix the biggest problem we have with the keyboard accessory, especially if the new keys are anything like those on the 16-inch MacBook Pro....

As I write this, the Space Gray version with a Core i7 CPU, 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and Radeon Pro 5300M graphics is still available to order for $2,099 (opens in new tab) but won’t ship for a few days (Feb 9). The same goes for the Core i9 model with a 1TB SSD and Radeon Pro 5500M GPU; This beefier version costs $2,499 ($300 off) and ships Feb 12 for the Space Gray edition (opens in new tab) or March 8 for the silver model (opens in new tab)....

However, a more surprising and, for some, disheartening rumor has emerged based on a slide posted by @never_released. Supposedly part of a WWDC session on porting Metal apps to Apple Silicon, the slide indicates that third-party GPU support will also be going away with the move to Apple Silicon (via ExtremeTech). Best MacBook in 2020: Apple laptop reviews and ratingsBest cheap MacBook deals of July 2020Goodbye MacBook Air? Apple could kill the brand to create a ‘New MacBook’...

Check out our Oculus Quest 2 reviewThe best VR-ready laptops in 2021Samsung’s bizarre bug-eyed VR headset leaks (again) The fabric design came in part due to Apple’s previous prototypes being too heavy. As for the fan? We’re skeptical, as Apple made it clear they were doing less fans, like with its M1 Macs. According to the report, this will be quite the niche product, so much so that its rumoured to ship out less than 200,000 units per year....

When Apple announced at WWDC on Monday that iTunes would be dismantled and reshaped as three separate apps, it seemed to be the end to the long-running, oft-maligned program that revolutionized the music industry. However, it turns out that iTunes will survive and take refuge in an unlikely sanctuary: Windows. The 18-year old program will reportedly remain unchanged on Windows, according to Ars Technica. That is, it won’t follow iTunes on Mac and be dissolved into other apps when macOS Catalina debuts this Fall....

At launch, we’ll get an exclusive mission called The Legend of Beowulf, and the first real expansion will be the Wrath of the Druids coming in Spring 2021 followed by The Siege of Paris, which launches in Summer 2021. Here’s everything we know about them so far. See the best PC games and best Xbox Game Pass PC games to play nowCheck out the Xbox Series X games and PS5 games confirmed so farThis is what we know about the Xbox Series X and PS5 so far...

Design-wise, the 15.6-inch F556UA resembles a MacBook Pro with its simple, but modern look. It’s finished in what Asus calls an icicle-gold metallic frame, which gives the notebook an extra layer of sheen. Equally impressive is what you’ll find underneath the laptop’s hood. It sports a 2.5-GHz Core i5-7200U processor, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. Asus also fitted its laptop with an island-style keyboard and a spacious touchpad....

CPU: Intel Core i9-12900H GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti with 8GB VRAM RAM: 32GB Storage: 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD Display: 17.3-inch, QHD (2560 x 1440) at 240Hz Battery: 6:20 (1:29 gaming) Size: 15.55 x 11.10 x 0.92 inches Weight: 6.1 pounds The redesigned Scar is the Vin Diesel of muscular gaming laptops and, sure, it doesn’t have a webcam (most built-in cams are awful anyway), but it does have some of the quietest cooling fans and packs a serious gaming punch that could place it among the best gaming laptops....

But, like most thin gaming systems, there are some trade-offs to consider. The Zephyrus M GU502 doesn’t have a webcam, it runs warm and performance, while good, lags behind some competitors. None of these are deal-breakers, which is why we still recommend the GU502 if you need to game on the go. Asus ROG Zephyrus M (GU502GV) Pricing and Configurations The ROG Zephyrus M comes in two different flavors. Our GU502GV review unit costs $1,849 and is equipped with an Intel Core i7-9750H CPU, 16GB of RAM, a 1TB M....

Bringing the latest next-gen processors to the brand’s TUF series gaming rigs, the Dash F15 flaunts up to an 11th Gen Intel Core i7-11375H CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 graphics. That’s plenty of power for both work and leisure whether you’re compiling code, streaming content, or playing the latest blockbuster games and popular esports titles. Best gaming laptops in 2021The best Asus laptops in 2021 The Dash F15’s 15....

Asus VivoBook 13 Slate OLED price and configurations Ugh. The Asus VivoBook 13 Slate OLED costs a whopping $600 and all it has to show for it is its 13.3-inch, 1080p OLED display. Meanwhile, Asus sticks you with an Intel Pentium Silver N6000 CPU, 8GB of RAM and a measly 256GB SSD. That’s the one and only configuration of the VivoBook 13 Slate OLED. If you’re looking for some more oomph for an even cheaper price, check out our best laptops under $500 page....

The MacBook is the trendsetter for a reason, though: It offers a sharp display, surprisingly good ergonomics and excellent battery life. Read on to see which system deserves your money. Design Both the MacBook and ZenBook 3 are among the thinnest and lightest laptops on earth. Made of 6013 aluminum alloy, which Asus said is 50 percent stronger than typical aluminum, the ZenBook weighs 2 pounds and measures 11.65 x 7....

We had a chance to spend a few minutes going hands-on with the Flip 14 and found its design attractive, screen bright and build quality solid. Images on the display were colorful and Asus claims that the 1920 x 1080 touch panel can reproduce 100 percent of the sRGB color gamut. The company also claims that the screen can reach an impressive 300 nits of brightness. We’ll find out for sure when we test it in our lab....

Unfortunately, Acer’s decision to drastically alter many people’s primary method of interacting with their laptops isn’t a one-off. It’s part of a disturbing industry-wide trend of companies ruining the look, location and function of their touchpads. Have they ever heard the maxim: “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”? The Triton is first and foremost a gaming PC. Using a touchpad for gaming is a fool’s errand, so of course you’ll be buying a mouse from Razer or Logitech (or, Acer hopes, something Predator-branded)....

Prices start at $799 for the iPhone 14 and $899 for iPhone 14 Plus. The Pro models consist of the $999 iPhone 14 Pro and $1,099 iPhone Pro Max. However, with Black Friday iPhone 14 trade-in deals and buy one get one (BOGO) offers afoot, you’ll save big on your investment. If you’re an Apple user or just getting into its ecosystem the iPhone 14 is the best smartphone to buy....

If you’re looking for a new laptop and don’t want to spend a whole lot, a Chromebook is worth considering. These Windows and Mac alternatives are generally modestly priced, fast-booting, battery efficient, and easy-to-use. Chromebooks also offer great security and are less prone to viruses and malware than traditional laptops. Programmers and developers especially benefit from the Linux and Android app support Chromebooks offer. Gamers and everyday users might find interest in Acer’s first cloud gaming Chromebook, the Chromebook 516 GE which is also great for day-to-day productivity....