Apple iMac: The Computer That Saved the Company
Before the iPhone or iPod, Apple's comeback began with the iMac. In 1998, the Bondi Blue desktop revolutionized home PCs, rescued Apple from near bankruptcy, and set the stage for its future success.
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E-waste or Linux? Charities face tough choices as Windows 10 support ends
In a nutshell: As Microsoft prepares to end free security updates for Windows 10 in October, a significant challenge looms for charities that refurbish and distribute older computers to those in need. With an estimated 240 million PCs unable to meet the stringent hardware requirements for Windows 11, these organizations face a difficult decision: provide potentially insecure Windows 10 systems, send them to e-waste recyclers, or explore alternative operating systems like Linux.
Apple Mac Studio gets reviewed: incredibly fast, incredibly expensive
The 2025 Mac Studio is an incredibly powerful machine powered by the M4 Max chip, and even more so with the M3 Ultra. This latest version adds Thunderbolt 5, though its high price makes it overkill for most users.
Apple refreshes Mac Studio: M4 Max starts at $1,999, M3 Ultra from $3,999
The most powerful Mac ever made
Framework's first-ever desktop PC packs AMD's Ryzen AI Max, priced from $1,099
Use Framework's Mini-ITX case, or supply your own
The rise of on-device AI is reshaping the future of PCs and smartphones
How AI is moving from the cloud to your devices
Asus unveils NUC 15 Pro mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 200 CPUs and up to 96 GB of memory
Price and availability yet to be announced
AMD's AM4 platform is still going strong after many years, AMD reports a 50/50 sales split with AM5
The very definition of lasting appeal
Why it matters: It's been almost three years since AMD launched the AM5 chipset alongside Ryzen 7000 CPUs. But according to a company executive, global sales of AM5 and the previous-gen AM4 are split 50/50, illustrating how the socket that supports Zen 1 through to Zen 3 remains popular.
Cableless GPU design supports backward compatibility and up to 1,000W
New GPUs would include motherboard power connectors and conventional 12V-2x6 connectors
DisplayLink looks to bring phone-as-PC docking to all Android devices
Your phone can even drive a dual-monitor setup with this bad boy
The PC market saw modest growth last year, and 2025 is looking uncertain
Lenovo leads the market as shipments rise 1.8% in Q4 2024
Dell kills XPS, Inspiron, Precision, and Latitude brands, reworks PC offerings
Dell PCs are now split into Dell, Dell Pro, and Dell Pro Max tiers
System76's 128-core Thelio Astra desktop PC sets Arm performance benchmark, at a cost
Priced from $3,299 to nearly $25K - single-core disappoints
The PC market is predicted to see modest growth over the next two years, despite challenges
The next US administration could cause a significant disruption in the PC business
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite 2 could target gaming desktops with liquid-cooled performance
The Snapdragon X Elite 2 is being tested with AIO liquid cooling
The IBM PC: The Most Influential Non-Invention
Legends of Tech The IBM PC revolutionized computing by setting standards for hardware and software compatibility - it's a symbol of standardization that reshaped the industry for decades to come.
Garbage truck driver rescues dumped 32-core Threadripper PC with RTX 2080 Ti
It only needed some cleaning, a new power supply, and new storage
Toshiba's all-in-one desktop crams a dot matrix printer and 3-minute power backup into a 50-pound unit
A retro machine with a touchscreen? Sign me up!
AMD now commands 28.7% of desktop CPU market, server chips also see significant gains
Continuing to erode Intel's dominance
New Mac Mini M4 gets reviewed: smaller design, faster CPU
This year's Mac mini is much improved, featuring a complete redesign with a more compact footprint and 16GB RAM in the base model. As expected, it lacks upgradability but it's a good point of entry for Mac users on a modern SoC.
The $120,000 Titan A900 crams 6TB of RAM into what's quite possibly the world's most powerful desktop PC
The top-tier model includes a 256-core server processor
Intel unveils Core Ultra 200 desktop CPUs, Arrow Lake brings architecture overhaul
Intel bets on power efficiency, but gaming gains remain uncertain
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs. 9700X: 3D V-Cache Still Going Hard!
We've tested the Ryzen 7 5800X3D with Windows 11 24H2 and compared it to the new Ryzen 7 9700X. This review dives into performance data across patched 23H2 and 24H2, examining how both CPUs stack up.
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X vs. Intel Core i7-14700K: 42 Game Benchmark
AMD had claimed the Ryzen 7 9700X would outperform Intel's i7-14700K by 6% in gaming. They have revised this statement though, admitting that both CPUs should be a match. But are they?
TechSpot PC Buying Guide: 2H 2024
The TechSpot PC Buying Guide helps you navigate the current state of the PC hardware market. With AMD's Ryzen 9000 series underperforming and Intel facing stability issues, we guide you to the best current options.
