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Intel Core Series 3 Wildcat Lake launches to challenge Apple's $599 MacBook Neo

Intel's Core Series 3 processors, Wildcat Lake, aim to compete with Apple's MacBook Neo in the budget laptop market.

Intel launches Core Series 3 processors for more affordable laptops

Intel unveils Core Series 3 processors for budget laptops, offering significant performance improvements and advanced features for consumers and small businesses.

Intel launches new Core Series 3 chips for mainstream laptops

Intel's new Core Series 3 chips offer significant performance improvements and exceptional battery life for mainstream laptops.

Gadgets

Intel's non-Ultra Core CPUs are new silicon this year for a change

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Intel Core Series 3 Wildcat Lake launches to challenge Apple's $599 MacBook Neo

Intel's Core Series 3 processors, Wildcat Lake, aim to compete with Apple's MacBook Neo in the budget laptop market.

Intel launches Core Series 3 processors for more affordable laptops

Intel unveils Core Series 3 processors for budget laptops, offering significant performance improvements and advanced features for consumers and small businesses.

Intel launches new Core Series 3 chips for mainstream laptops

Intel's new Core Series 3 chips offer significant performance improvements and exceptional battery life for mainstream laptops.

Gadgets

Intel's non-Ultra Core CPUs are new silicon this year for a change

I let AI plan my workdays down to the minute for a week - the shock wasn't my output, it was realizing how much of my old schedule had been performance - Silicon Canals

Using ChatGPT to manage a calendar revealed that much of the scheduled time was performance rather than productive work.

I've used Dell's new XPS 16 for a week, and it's the Windows laptop to beat in 2026

Dell's 2026 XPS lineup returns with refined features and premium design, making it a strong contender for the best laptop of the year.

Business intelligence

Blancco confirms Mac adoption is accelerating

Tools for managing large fleets are essential for businesses with high data compliance needs.

Privacy technologies

fromMail Online

Is YOUR phone safe? Facial recognition on 21 devices can be spoofed

Facial recognition on many mobile phones can be easily fooled by printed photos, posing security risks for users.

Tech industry

The same Microsoft Surface I bought 4 months ago is 69% more expensive now - here's why

Memory and SSD costs are projected to rise 130% by 2026, significantly increasing PC prices.

Google unleashes a native Gemini app for the Mac

Google has launched a Gemini app for Windows and Macs, enhancing desktop AI assistant capabilities.

I tried the new Gemini app for Mac - and it's better than the website in one big way

Google has launched a Gemini app for Mac that includes website features and can analyze content in shared windows.

Software development

Google unleashes a native Gemini app for the Mac

Google has launched a Gemini app for Windows and Macs, enhancing desktop AI assistant capabilities.

I tried the new Gemini app for Mac - and it's better than the website in one big way

Google has launched a Gemini app for Mac that includes website features and can analyze content in shared windows.

Google's TurboQuant Compression May Support Faster Inference, Same Accuracy on Less Capable Hardware

TurboQuant compresses language models' Key-Value caches by up to 6x with near-zero accuracy loss, enabling efficient use of modest hardware.

Wearables

Why the Apple Watch's 20-minute calibration test is worth your time - especially if you're data curious

Calibrating your Apple Watch improves the accuracy of workout data.

Artificial intelligence

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AMD Is Where Nvidia was 4 Years Ago -- This Is Where It Begins To Catch Up

AMD is positioned to capitalize on the evolving AI market, shifting focus from GPUs to CPUs for processing tasks.

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1 hour ago

Weekly poll: would you buy a Poco X8 Pro or a Poco X8 Pro Max?

Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max offer flagship features at mid-range prices, appealing to budget-conscious consumers.

#smartphones

Apple

The best budget smartphone you can buy

Great smartphones under $600 offer essential features without the high price tag.

It Might Not Be the Best $499 Phone, but I'm Glad Nothing's Phone (4a) Pro Exists

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro offers good performance and unique design, making it a strong midrange option despite some limitations.

The best budget smartphone you can buy

Great smartphones under $600 offer essential features without the high price tag.

It Might Not Be the Best $499 Phone, but I'm Glad Nothing's Phone (4a) Pro Exists

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro offers good performance and unique design, making it a strong midrange option despite some limitations.

I found the apps slowing down my PC - how to kill the biggest memory hogs

Identifying and managing background processes can optimize PC performance and reduce memory usage.

OnePlus Nord CE6 or CE6 Lite runs Geekbench, reveals its chipset

OnePlus is set to launch the Nord CE6 and Nord CE6 Lite, with the latter spotted on Geekbench.

GameBench releases its free FPS Monitor app to let you monitor professional-grade performance metrics on your device

GameBench FPS Monitor is a free app for real-time gaming performance monitoring on Android devices running Android 11 or later.

Our new favorite budget phones

The best budget phones currently are the iPhone 17E and Google's Pixel 10A, with the Nothing Phone 4A Pro as a strong alternative.

#macbook-air

MacBook Air M5 review: Apple's best consumer laptop speeds up

Apple's new MacBook Air features the M5 chip, double the storage, and remains a top choice for consumers despite the introduction of the lower-cost MacBook Neo.

The new M5-based MacBook Air is built to last - and perform

The new MacBook Air features the M5 chip, enhancing performance with faster CPU, GPU, memory, and SSD storage.

For $200 more, you can get a MacBook Air

The MacBook Air was pivotal in shaping modern laptops despite initial skepticism and high price.

3 weeks ago

I've tested every MacBook Air in recent years - here's why the time to upgrade is now

The MacBook Air has evolved with significant hardware upgrades, making it a strong competitor to the Pro model and suitable for a wider audience.

MacBook Air M5 review: Apple's best consumer laptop speeds up

Apple's new MacBook Air features the M5 chip, double the storage, and remains a top choice for consumers despite the introduction of the lower-cost MacBook Neo.

The new M5-based MacBook Air is built to last - and perform

The new MacBook Air features the M5 chip, enhancing performance with faster CPU, GPU, memory, and SSD storage.

For $200 more, you can get a MacBook Air

The MacBook Air was pivotal in shaping modern laptops despite initial skepticism and high price.

3 weeks ago

I've tested every MacBook Air in recent years - here's why the time to upgrade is now

The MacBook Air has evolved with significant hardware upgrades, making it a strong competitor to the Pro model and suitable for a wider audience.

Lenovo Legion Y70 refresh stars in teaser video, here's when it's launching

Lenovo is reviving the Legion Y70 smartphone with a new design and AI features, set to be unveiled on May 19.

New MacBook Pro Overhaul Expected with OLED, Touchscreen, and M6 Chips

Apple's MacBook Pro is set for a major redesign featuring OLED technology and potential touch input, expected between late 2026 and early 2027.

Apple

The new MacBook Pro is still fast as hell

The new 16-inch MacBook Pro offers significant upgrades over the M1 Pro and M1 Max models, making it worth considering for some users.

New MacBook Pro Overhaul Expected with OLED, Touchscreen, and M6 Chips

Apple's MacBook Pro is set for a major redesign featuring OLED technology and potential touch input, expected between late 2026 and early 2027.

The new MacBook Pro is still fast as hell

The new 16-inch MacBook Pro offers significant upgrades over the M1 Pro and M1 Max models, making it worth considering for some users.

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iPhone Loyalty Hits 96.4% as Android Users Four Times More Likely to Switch

According to the survey, 96.4% of iPhone users plan to stick with Apple for their next upgrade, a rise from 91.9% in 2021 and 90.5% in 2019.

Apple

Even more details about the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 leak

Qualcomm will launch Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Gen 6 Pro chipsets in September, featuring advanced CPU and GPU architectures.

#gemini

Apple

Google Gemini app is now available on Mac

Google launches a Gemini AI app on Mac

Google's new Gemini app for Mac allows seamless interaction with AI without switching windows.

fromTechCrunch

Google rolls out a native Gemini app for Mac | TechCrunch

Google introduces a native Gemini app for Mac, allowing users to access assistance seamlessly without switching tabs.

Apple

Google Gemini app is now available on Mac

Google launches a Gemini AI app on Mac

Google's new Gemini app for Mac allows seamless interaction with AI without switching windows.

fromTechCrunch

Google rolls out a native Gemini app for Mac | TechCrunch

Google introduces a native Gemini app for Mac, allowing users to access assistance seamlessly without switching tabs.

This Windows Laptop Makes the MacBook Neo Look Overpriced

The HP OmniBook 5 offers superior specifications and performance compared to the MacBook Neo at a competitive price.

Redmi K90 Max runs Geekbench, confirms its high-end chipset

Redmi K90 Max will launch with a unique cooling fan, MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC, and impressive specifications including a 6.83-inch OLED screen.

Apple's Mac Mini 2026: New Leak Teases M5 Upgrade, Release Timeline

Apple is expected to release a new Mac mini with M5-series chips in early to mid-2026.

RAMageddon has come for Microsoft's Surface Pro and Surface Laptop

The 13-inch Surface Pro 11 and the 13.8-inch Surface Laptop 7 cost $500 more than their original starting price, going from $999 to $1,499.

Gadgets

#apple

Mobile UX

iPad Air with OLED display reportedly coming in 2027

Apple

Apple preps for the face race

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6 days ago

Apple

Mac mini and Mac Studio go out of stock - is it the RAM crisis or an M5 refresh?

Apple

Mac Studio 2026: New Leaks Tease M5 Power, Price, and Launch Timeline

Apple

Engadget review recap: Lots of Apple devices, Galaxy S26, Dell XPS 16 and more

Mobile UX

iPad Air with OLED display reportedly coming in 2027

Apple preps for the face race

Apple is testing four designs for smart glasses, aiming for superior aesthetics and performance compared to competitors.

fromTNW | Apple

6 days ago

Mac mini and Mac Studio go out of stock - is it the RAM crisis or an M5 refresh?

High-RAM Mac mini and Mac Studio models are currently unavailable due to a global DRAM shortage and potential inventory clearance for upcoming models.

Mac Studio 2026: New Leaks Tease M5 Power, Price, and Launch Timeline

Apple's new Mac Studio is expected to launch in June 2026 with significant hardware updates, including the M5 Max chip.

Engadget review recap: Lots of Apple devices, Galaxy S26, Dell XPS 16 and more

Apple launched affordable devices like the MacBook Neo and iPhone 17e, offering good performance at $599.

RedMagic 11s Pro is coming, certification reveals

RedMagic is launching the 11s Pro, a refresh of the 11 Pro, with unclear specifications and potential improvements.

fromgizmodo.com

Asus Zenbook A16 Review: Start Considering Snapdragon on PC, for Real

Asus Zenbook A16 offers a lightweight design and strong performance at a competitive price, but faces compatibility issues with its ARM-based chip.

#macbook-neo

Apple

I Tested the MacBook Neo and the MacBook Air. Here's Which One You Should Buy

Apple

MacBook Neo review: the budget Apple laptop powered by an iPhone chip

Apple

The MacBook Neo is a winner

Apple

MacBook Neo vs. Mac Mini: Both start at $599, which is right for you?

Apple

MacBook Neo sales projected to be strong, interesting news surfaces about the Neo 2

Apple

How the MacBook Neo compares to its closest Windows and Chromebook rivals - by the specs

I Tested the MacBook Neo and the MacBook Air. Here's Which One You Should Buy

The MacBook Neo is cheaper but has compromises, while the MacBook Air is better for full-time use.

MacBook Neo review: the budget Apple laptop powered by an iPhone chip

Apple's new MacBook Neo offers high-quality features at a lower price, challenging the PC industry with its A18 Pro chip.

The MacBook Neo is a winner

Apple successfully entered the affordable laptop market with the MacBook Neo at $599, delivering competitive features that rival PC makers struggle to match at this price point.

Apple

MacBook Neo vs. Mac Mini: Both start at $599, which is right for you?

MacBook Neo sales projected to be strong, interesting news surfaces about the Neo 2

Apple launched the MacBook Neo, its most affordable MacBook model, with expected shipments of 4.5-5 million units annually and touchscreen features reserved for premium MacBook Ultra models.

Apple

How the MacBook Neo compares to its closest Windows and Chromebook rivals - by the specs

Samsung is hiking the prices of its Galaxy phones and tablets

Samsung is increasing prices for various Galaxy phones and tablets due to a global memory shortage.

Samsung Galaxy A27 runs Geekbench with a surprising chipset

Samsung is developing the Galaxy A27, featuring Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 SoC and expected to launch with Android 16.

Samsung is hiking the prices of its Galaxy phones and tablets

Samsung is increasing prices for various Galaxy phones and tablets due to a global memory shortage.

Samsung Galaxy A27 runs Geekbench with a surprising chipset

Samsung is developing the Galaxy A27, featuring Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 SoC and expected to launch with Android 16.

more#samsung

New details about the RedMagic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro surface

The Gaming Tablet 5 Pro is said to use the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and feature a liquid cooling system, enhancing performance during gaming sessions.

Mobile UX

Samsung Exynos 2700 emerges in early Geekbench listings

Samsung's Exynos 2700 features a 10-core CPU and Xclipse 970 GPU, promising improved performance and efficiency for the Galaxy S27 series.

fromTheregister

Apple's chips are winners, but Windows fails help it most

Apple's control over its platforms has led to a superior user experience with Mac, while Windows struggles with consistency and performance.

Tecno Camon Slim gets certified and runs Geekbench revealing its chipset

Tecno is developing the Camon Slim, featuring 5G support and powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7100 SoC.

Software development

I tried local AI on my M1 Mac, and the experience was brutal - here's why

Running open-source LLMs locally is feasible with tools like Ollama but requires substantial RAM and can be very slow on smaller machines.

Artificial intelligence

I tested local AI on my M1 Mac, expecting magic - and got a reality check instead

Running open-source LLMs locally is feasible with tools like Ollama but requires substantial DRAM and modern hardware to avoid very slow performance.

3 weeks ago

Honor 600 spotted on Geekbench, chipset revealed

The Honor 600 series is launching soon, featuring the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset and impressive specifications like a 200MP camera and 9,000mAh battery.

Apple MacBook Neo review: Can a Mac get by with an iPhone's processor inside?

Buying a cheap laptop is easy. You just go to Best Buy or Newegg or Amazon or Walmart or somewhere, you pick the cheapest one (or the most expensive one that fits whatever your budget is), and you buy it. For as little as $200 or $300, you can bring home something new (as in, "new-in-box" not as in, "was released recently") that will power up and boot Windows or ChromeOS.

Gadgets

Apple's new M5 Max feels like a huge upgrade if you bought your laptop 3 years ago

Apple claims that its 2026 models can deliver "up to 2x" the sustained read and write speeds of the M4 Pro and Max laptops. In our testing, the 4TB SSD in the 16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro bore that out: our unit could sustain a 13.6GB/s read speed and an even higher 17.8GB/s write speed.

Gadgets

Should you upgrade to M5 MacBook Pro from the M1? Short answer: It's probably time

M5 MacBook Pro offers significant upgrades over older models at a competitive price, making it a strong choice for many users.

MacBook Pro M5 Max 16-inch review: Still the pinnacle

The M5 Max MacBook Pro remains powerful but may feel outdated once OLED touchscreen models arrive later this year.

Apple

Apple brings its M5 Pro and Max silicon to the next MacBook Pro generation

Apple released M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros in 14-inch and 16-inch models with pre-orders starting March 4, featuring doubled base storage and increased pricing across the lineup.

MacBook Pro M5 Max 16-inch review: Still the pinnacle

The M5 Max MacBook Pro remains powerful but may feel outdated once OLED touchscreen models arrive later this year.

Apple brings its M5 Pro and Max silicon to the next MacBook Pro generation

Apple released M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros in 14-inch and 16-inch models with pre-orders starting March 4, featuring doubled base storage and increased pricing across the lineup.

Apple

MacBook Air M5 review: Same but faster

Apple

M5 MacBook Air review: Still the best MacBook for almost everybody

Apple

MacBook Air M5 vs. MacBook Air M4: What's changed beyond the Apple silicon

Apple

MacBook Air M5 review: Same but faster

M5 MacBook Air review: Still the best MacBook for almost everybody

The M5 MacBook Air is a minor upgrade with incremental improvements, including doubled base storage to 512GB and a $100 price increase, maintaining its position as Apple's mainstream laptop option.

Apple

MacBook Air M5 vs. MacBook Air M4: What's changed beyond the Apple silicon

Intel Panther Lake Is the Answer to Apple Silicon We've All Been Waiting for

Intel's Panther Lake Core Ultra Series 3 delivers markedly improved performance and efficiency, marking a significant CPU win against Apple Silicon.

The MacBook Pro M5 Max Is So Fast, It's Hard to Know How to Test It

The M5 Max MacBook Pro delivers exceptional performance and remains the market's most powerful high-end laptop, though its design has stagnated after five years with anticipated major redesigns coming next year.

OnePlus 15T runs Geekbench, confirms its chipset

OnePlus 15T prototype achieves Geekbench scores of 3,440 single-core and 10,523 multi-core with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 16GB RAM, and features a 6.32-inch display, 7,500 mAh battery with 100W wired charging, and upgraded periscope telephoto camera.

Nothing Phone (4a) runs Geekbench, reveals the chipset powering it

The Nothing Phone (4a) has run the Geekbench AI benchmark today. The phone has the model number A069, runs Android 16, and the prototype running the benchmark has 12GB of RAM, though we assume there will be lower amounts of memory offered as well.

Gadgets

We battery-tested the 9 best tablets on the market - and there was a clear winner

One tablet achieved the longest battery life in lab testing and earned an official Lab Awards badge after 12-run battery evaluations under varied brightness, audio, and connectivity conditions.

#apple-m5-chips

Mobile UX

Apple M5 Pro and M5 Max are official - new Fusion Architecture and super cores

M5 Pro and M5 Max are surprisingly big departures from older Apple Silicon

Apple's M5 Pro and M5 Max chips feature distinct GPU configurations, with M5 Max doubling M5 Pro's GPU cores, encoding engines, and memory bandwidth, plus a new third CPU core type optimized for multi-threaded performance.

Apple launches M5 Pro and M5 Max chips

Apple introduced M5 Pro and M5 Max chips featuring 18-core CPUs with Fusion Architecture, delivering up to 2.5x higher multithreaded performance and advanced GPU capabilities for MacBook Pro.

Mobile UX

Apple M5 Pro and M5 Max are official - new Fusion Architecture and super cores

M5 Pro and M5 Max are surprisingly big departures from older Apple Silicon

Apple launches M5 Pro and M5 Max chips

Apple introduced M5 Pro and M5 Max chips featuring 18-core CPUs with Fusion Architecture, delivering up to 2.5x higher multithreaded performance and advanced GPU capabilities for MacBook Pro.

Redmi Turbo 5 runs Geekbench, confirms its chipset

Redmi Turbo 5 appears on Geekbench with MediaTek Dimensity 8500, a prototype shows 16GB RAM, and the phone will ship with Android 16, expected this month.

fromgizmodo.com

MacBook Neo Review: No Other Budget Laptop Can Compete

Apple's $600 MacBook Neo offers exceptional value for budget-conscious consumers despite hardware limitations, featuring an iPhone chip and minimal storage but premium build quality.

I reviewed the MacBook Neo, ask me anything

A MacBook Neo review and subscriber AMA will occur at 11AM PT/2PM ET, with the reviewer available to answer questions about Apple's new $599 laptop featuring an iPhone chip and other MacBook models.

fromgizmodo.com

M5 Max MacBook Pro Review: Preeminent Power In the Same Old Shell

The M5 Max MacBook Pro delivers exceptional gaming performance with frame rates around 50 fps in demanding titles, but its premium pricing starting at $3,600 raises questions about practical value for most users.

Testing Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Max, and its new "performance" cores

The M5 Pro and M5 Max are no longer monolithic chips with all the CPU and GPU cores and everything else packed into a single silicon die. Using an 'all-new Fusion Architecture' like the one used to combine two Max chips into a single Ultra chip, Apple now splits the CPU cores (and other things) into one piece of silicon, and the GPU cores (and other things) into another piece of silicon.

Apple

Leaked Mac benchmarks show that Apple offers tomorrow's AI PCs today

Apple's M5 Max MacBook Pro delivers the fastest consumer PC processor with highest single- and multi-core scores, while the MacBook Neo provides excellent everyday performance at budget pricing.

#macbook-comparison

Apple

MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air: Which is the better choice for you?

Apple

MacBook Neo versus an old MacBook Air: good luck

Apple

MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air: Which is the better choice for you?

MacBook Neo versus an old MacBook Air: good luck

Used or refurbished M2 MacBook Air models offer better value than the new budget MacBook Neo, featuring superior processors, storage, displays, and connectivity despite higher prices.

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Apple Calls New M5 MacBook Pro Its Most Powerful Laptop Yet

Apple's M5 chips deliver up to 4x faster AI performance, doubled base storage, Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, and up to 24-hour battery life in new MacBook Air and Pro models.