Not even Microsoft wants its web browser
It has been a mainstay and a source of controversy for 25 years, but pretty soon not even its creator Microsoft is going to use Internet Explorer.
Computers
Big change coming to Mac computers
Apple has announced major changes to its line of Mac computers, including a brand new Apple chip.
Apple plans big change to laptops
The tech giant has a radical plan to make its computers more like its popular iPhones and iPad models in pursuit of thinner, lighter devices.
Bizarre reason Bill Gates was mobbed
The Microsoft founder’s Instagram comments turned into a war zone after a seemingly innocuous post praising health care workers was hijacked.
Risky freebie you should give up
It’s free but using public Wi-Fi connections can come with the huge risk of having your information stolen. This could be the solution.
Bill Gates leaves Microsoft for good
After stepping down as CEO to sit on the board of the company, Bill Gates is finally leaving Microsoft, for a very good reason.
‘Unfixable’ problem with every PC
The brains of your computer are under threat from a number of vulnerabilities security researchers worry manufacturers can’t fix.
Code kept in vault for 1000 years
What could be so important that the world is hiding it 250 metres down an abandoned coal mine on a remote Norwegian island?
Man swaps ‘house of lies’ for jail
An ex-Microsoft engineer will be sent to jail after his lavish “house of lies” came tumbling down when he stole from the company.
Annoying Apple myth busted
For years Apple sold its computers with the promise that they were immune to one specific IT issue, but it won’t be able to anymore.
Revealing detail in Putin picture
Russian President Vladimir Putin has been photographed using a pretty surprising piece of tech for a country constantly accused of cybercrime.
New computer’s staggering price tag
Apple’s latest computer isn’t for your average consumer, which makes sense since it can cost as much as a new luxury car.
Microsoft cloud fail causing chaos
Less than 24 hours after an outage to its office suite programs, Microsoft services have gone offline again, leaving businesses stranded.
‘I warned Apple’: MacBook recall
Apple has announced a voluntary recall of some MacBook models because of fears a battery may overheat and pose a safety risk.
Apple mocked for $1400 item
The tech giant has launched a swag of shiny new products and services. But there is one that has attracted attention for the wrong reason.
First 5G enabled laptop unveiled
It’s not just phones and Wi-Fi hubs, laptops are also set to join the 5G party promising super speeds and unprecedented connectivity.
Microsoft is now a $US1 trillion company
Microsoft has become the world’s most valuable company in today’s stock market trade, hitting a market cap of $1 trillion and outstripping Apple.
‘World’s largest’ aircraft takes flight
An aeroplane, which was the brainchild of Microsoft founder Paul Allen and has the widest wingspan in history has completed its first flight.
Best mid-range laptops for all your needs
Are you in the market for a new laptop that will take care of all your work, play and even gaming needs? Here’s some of the best new portable laptops that promise to fit the bill.
Microsoft’s terrible 2019 predictions
A promotional video released 10 years ago from Microsoft predicts what 2019 would look like. It shows floor arrows and magical newspapers.
Microsoft co-founder’s shock death
PAUL Allen, who co-founded tech giant Microsoft with Bill Gates, has died just two weeks after announcing his battle with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Laptop gamers should check this out
DELL’S new gaming laptop packs most of the functionality and power of a full-sized desktop into something you can take with you.
Huge changes coming to Windows 10
THERE is a new Windows 10 update that will be rolling out worldwide from next week. Here’s everything you need to know about all the new features.
Ideal laptop for less than $500
FORGET dropping your entire salary on a new laptop. You can now get the perfect device to meet all of your basic needs for a very affordable price.
Massive change coming to your computer
YOU had better not get too comfortable with the way you use your computer, with one tech giant showcasing a feature that will alter the game forever.
Secret hiding in this $2099 laptop
THIS $2099 laptop from Dell has one impressive feature — and it is something currently being used in the field of interplanetary exploration.
This laptop should be your next upgrade
WANT to upgrade your laptop, but don’t want to break the bank? This product from Acer could be the solution to all of your needs.
Lotto company’s $25.1 million screw-up
A LOTTO company could be forced to pay out $25.1 million after a computer glitch made every ticket sold for two hours a winner.
You’ve been using your keyboard wrong
IF YOU think you are fast and efficient at typing, you are likely wrong. It turns out a few tweaks to your keyboard can vastly improve your typing skills.
Five top laptops to gift yourself
PRE-CHRISTMAS online shopping is upon us but what about your poor old laptop? We review five of the best mobile computers that could make it easier.
Rare Apple computer costs $260,000
FORGET Apple’s $1800 iPhone X. The company has another product for sale which costs a lot more than most people earn in a year.
Bill Gates’ surprising biggest regret
MICROSOFT founder Bill Gates was recently quizzed on his biggest regret in life and the billionaire had a very strange answer you wouldn’t expect.
The slick new computers coming your way
WHAT will your next computer look like? We’ve rounded up five stunning new devices, from laptops with pens to desktops that move, to help you choose.
Can this device kill the laptop?
LEADING smartphone maker Samsung has released a new product that could spell the end for laptops. But can it live up to the hype?
This product just reached peak hipster
FEEDING of consumers love for nostalgia, this company has developed a retro product that you would expect to see in a trendy Melbourne cafe.
Don’t panic: Microsoft saves Paint
THERE was an outpouring of grief when Microsoft indicated it was killing off a classic computer program. Now, it says it’s “here to stay”.
What happens if your laptop explodes
THE aftermath of a laptop that blew up while it was charging, injuring a woman and sparking spotfires, should serve as a warning.
Your penis could soon be your password
WHILE obviously not designed for use on a packed train, an online company has developed “penis recognition technology” to help unlock your account.
Microsoft to slash thousands of jobs
TECH giant Microsoft has announced a major reorganisation that will include up to 3000 job cuts, largely in sales.
Five computers you should invest in
WHETHER you need a PC or a tablet – or a PC that acts like a tablet – these are the top new machines, including models from Apple and Microsoft.
Bill Gates warns Europe on immigration
MICROSOFT billionaire and philanthropist Bill Gates has cautioned Europe that its open-door migration policies cannot continue.
What to look for when buying a laptop
WITH tax time rapidly approaching and many retailers offering end of financial year deals, now is the time to look at acquiring a new laptop.
Microsoft finally caves on iTunes
IT’S been a long time coming but finally iTunes will be added to the Windows Store. It was a popular decision.
Microsoft CEO’s dark AI warning
MICROSOFT boss Satya Nadella has issued an ominous warning about the future of AI and the potential for a dystopian, 1984-esque future.
What you never realised about solitaire
IT’S one of the world’s most recognisable computer games, but astonishingly, the guy who invented it says he never made a cent from it.
New laptops thinner than pencils
THEY’RE skinny, they’re light, and they’re flexible: meet the new generation of laptop computers that prove you can be sexy and smart.
Apple’s hint about return of retro device
OFFICIAL documents from Apple’s lawyers suggest the tech giant could be working on a new device and it’s a blast from the past.
Gates: ‘Robots should pay taxes’
MICROSOFT founder Bill Gates believes that robots who steal human jobs should pay their fair share of taxes, too.
Employee’s monumental stuff-up
THE employee of a start-up with $32.9 million in funding has caused the company to go offline after accidentally deleting the wrong thing.
‘I’m a Mac’ guy now promoting Android
THE actor from Apple’s ‘Hello, I’m a Mac and I’m a PC’ television commercial campaign has jumped ship and is now promoting the competition.
Every Aussie household needs this device
IT MIGHT not look like much, but this small device promises to solve one of the biggest issues in homes all across the country.
Man finds bizarre list on used laptop
BUYING a $5 laptop online is always going to come with some surprises, just not to the extent of what this man discovered.
Apple CEO’s future product promise
THERE is one product in particular that Apple fans have been wondering about lately, and Tim Cook says he has something in store.
5 ways to make your home smart
THE smart home is here, or it can be if you just install one of these five internet-connected gadgets. These robots can clean, cool, and answer your questions.
Microsoft’s ‘first AI supercomputer’
MICROSOFT CEO Satya Nadella told a Sydney audience that AI, smart bots and mixed reality are allowing the company to build the world’s first supercomputer.
Meet the computing transformers
NOTEBOOK computers do not look like they once did. The new generation of mobile computers have screens that flip out, fold over, and detach.
MacBook Pro requires $370 of dongles
APPLE’S forthcoming MacBook Pro line-up is the thinnest and fastest ever released by the tech giant, but its also jam-packed with hidden costs.
‘The problem with Apple’s logic’
APPLE has been synonymous with innovation, but one of its decisions has left people questioning if the tech giant has lost its way.
Microsoft unveils first desktop computer
MICROSOFT has unveiled its first desktop computer and a range of powerful tools at a Windows 10 event.
Apple to announce MacBook redesign
MARK your calendars: Apple has officially set an event this week in which it’s expected to roll out a redesign of the MacBook.
Apple teases new product launch
APPLE has announced a new product launch next week, with expectations it will redesign the MacBook for the first time in four years.
Changes in new Apple operating software
WITH a range of new features, Apple is keen to make your home computer more like your iPhone with its latest software update.
How Microsoft plans to ‘solve’ cancer
TECH giant Microsoft has revealed detailsof its latest research, saying it is aiming to “solve cancer using computer science”.
The surprising history of Tetris
IT WAS everyone’s favourite game when it took the world by storm, but first it had to break out of the Soviet Union.
The scary future of cyber crime
ARTIFICIAL intelligence experts have claimed that computers and robots will commit more crimes than humans by 2040, with humans powerless to stop them.
Top five features of new Macbook OS
THE operating system of your Mac has officially been killed to make way for a new OS, codenamed Sierra. Here are the best five features.
Google is working on a new OS
GOOGLE already has two operating systems and now it is working on a third, but no one is really sure why.
Verdict on world’s thinnest laptop
IT MIGHT only be 0.3cm thinner than the MacBook Air, but that’s all HP’s Spectre laptop needs to be considered the thinnest laptop.
Microsoft app boosts Apple iPhone
THEY have long been Apple’s fiercest rival, but Microsoft has just released an app that will make your iPhone better in one key way.
Five ways to be geek chic
TECHNOLOGY is not just about boring beige boxes. These five examples of fine design prove useful gadgets can also be super stylish.
Will the world run out of power?
TECH experts have issues a scary warning based on data that predicts computers will use more electricity than the entire world can generate by 2040.
What to expect from Windows 10 update
THE removal of passwords, a smarter personal assistant and more uses for the stylus are just some of the updates coming to Windows 10.
Microsoft’s sneaky Windows 10 ploy
MICROSOFT hopes removing the free upgrade for Windows 10 will push people to upgrade to the operating system before the end of July.
$13,600 payout for Windows 10 update
PLENTY of PC users were left frustrated by Microsoft’s tactics to get customers to install Windows 10, but Teri Goldstein fought back in a big way.
Office users targeted by security threat
HUNDREDS of thousands of Aussies could be at risk with a new malware targeting Office 365 users making the rounds.
Huge changes coming to your Mac
IF you use a Mac, your user experience is about to drastically change with Apple announcing a brand new operating system packed with new features.
Four ways to slim down your laptop
THE best laptop for the job might not be a laptop at all, with new, slimmer hybrid tablets and ultrabooks changing how we work on the go.
Windows 10 upgrade a ‘nasty trick’
MICROSOFT’S tricky new Windows 10 pop-up has faced criticism for forcing users to upgrade to the new operating system.
Telstra customers still without internet
TELSTRA just can’t seem to get a break this year with customers claiming to have no internet, despite the telco saying the issue is resolved.
Retro tech worth small fortune
IT’S time to dig through your cupboard and dust off your tech products. If you own the right item you could be making thousands of dollars in cash.
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