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Dell ramps up ‘AI PC’ plans with Latitude and Precision refresh

A major update to Dell’s PC and laptop line-up points to the future of on-device AI processing, thanks to the inclusion of NPU processors.

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AI chip sales are driving stock markets to new records

Nvidia's unprecedented leap in revenue from higher chip sales for AI and cloud use speaks volumes about the future of the technology and its impact on the economy.

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Windows 10 Insider Previews: A guide to the builds

Get the latest info on new preview builds for Windows 10 22H2 as they roll out from Microsoft. Now updated for Build 19045.4116 for the Release Preview Channel, released on Feb. 15, 2024.

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AI-enabled PCs and genAI smartphones set to take off

As hardware manufacturers move to take advantage of new genAI apps on their devices, PCs and smartphones will become home to processing, taking over for the cloud for several key reasons, analysts say.

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GenAI is moving to your smartphone, PC and car — here’s why

Generative AI tools, apps and services that use the processing power on edge devices can access data locally, return faster results, and they're more secure.

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TSMC delays second Arizona chip foundry

Taiwanese silicon giant TSMC will push back the opening of the second of its two planned chipmaking facilities in Arizona. The move comes nearly six months after delaying the first plant.

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Before you buy a Windows 11 'AI PC' in 2024, read this

The AI PC hype is building to a fever pitch after CES 2024, but here's the truth: if you're hoping to be blown away by what these computers can do, you need to temper expectations.

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Unprecedented forecast of China’s chipmaking capacity raises concerns for global players

Analysts point out that China’s development of its local supply chain is not surprising, as the demand within the country itself is huge.

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Global semiconductor market rebound in sight, but tethered to the rise of AI

AI applications require specialized hardware, such as GPUs and TPUs. This means semiconductor manufacturers must invest significantly in R&D.

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AI-enabled PCs will drive PC sales growth in 2024, say research firms

One in five PCs shipped in 2024 is projected to be AI-capable and will include a dedicated chipset to run on-device AI workloads.

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5 New Year's resolutions for Windows users

These habits will ensure a solid PC experience this year — and beyond.

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USB-C explained: How to get the most from it (and why it keeps on getting better)

USB-C and other high-speed protocols can push data to warp speeds. Here’s how to make the most of the current standards and what lies ahead.

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18 ways to speed up Windows 10

If you want to optimize Windows 10, take a few minutes to try out these tips to speed up your PC and make it less prone to performance and system issues.

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Tips for new tech devices

Tips, tricks, apps, and advice for getting the most out of iPhones and iPads, Android devices, Macs, Windows 10 and 11 PCs, and Chromebooks.

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The evolution of the MacBook

From the early PowerBook to the latest MacBook Air, we explore the evolution of Apple's laptops and the innovative changes each generation brought.

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ChromeOS: Tips, tools, and other Chromebook intelligence

Your one-stop source for ChromeOS advice, insight, and analysis — from someone who's covered Chromebooks closely since the start.

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Coming soon to Apple: third-party app stores — and sideloading apps

Apple is preparing to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act, meaning it will soon support third-party app markets and sideloading of individual apps.

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Change as opportunity: How Apple gains from rebooting its supply-chain strategy

Apple’s supply-chain change-up is helping the company solve multiple business challenges at once.

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