Intel Hopes 13th-Gen Is Lucky, Brings 'Raptor Lake' Updates to PCs

From CNET: Not every generation of processor breaks new ground. Intel's 12th generation introduced its hybrid core "Alder Lake" architecture, which like Apple's M series of processors splits the CPU cores into performance-optimized and efficiency-optimized types. For the 13th-gen "Raptor Lake"...

CORSAIR Has Everything PC Builders Need for AMD Ryzen 7000

From Corsair Press Release: CORSAIR (NASDAQ: CRSR) today announced its comprehensive product readiness for the newly available AMD Ryzen 7000 series of processors and the accompanying X670 and B650 chipset motherboards. From a new dedicated range of CORSAIR DDR5 memory for AMD platforms, to a huge...

ExpressVPN's First VPN Router Aims for Smart Home-Wide Privacy

From CNET: Virtual private network provider ExpressVPN announced the launch of its first router with a built-in VPN. On Thursday, the British Virgin Islands company said the Wi-Fi 6 router, called Aircove, has undergone testing from security audit firm Cure53 and is designed to offer users easier...

Fitbit Users Will Be Forced to Have a Google Account in 2025

From PC Mag: Google completed its acquisition of Fitbit last year, and is now preparing to make all Fitbit users require a Google account in order to continue using their fitness trackers.

As The Verge reports, Google updated a Fitbit support page to confirm that, at some point in 2023, "Google...

Samsung's New Rugged Phone Has Custom Buttons and a Replaceable Battery

From CNET: Samsung is adding yet another phone to its US lineup. The Galaxy XCover6Pro is a rugged device designed primarily for industrial and enterprise use, unlike Samsung's flagship Galaxy S22 family or premium foldable Galaxy Z phones. It will launch in the US on Oct. 22 after first debuting in...

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