Wellllllllll those rumors of an impending launch for Intel’s next-gen Arc “Battlemage” graphics cards in December are looking a lot more concrete now. We discussed the whispers on this week’s episode of our Full Nerd podcast, but now, a listing for an Intel B580 desktop graphics card just popped up on Amazon on Friday night. Awkward. Videocardz spotted the listing for the ASRock Intel ARC B580 Steel Legend 12GB OC before anyone else. Beyond the confirmation of the product existing, perhaps the most interesting part of this oopsie-daisy leak is right in the name: The Arc B580 packs 12GB of GDDR6 memory clocked at 19Gbps. That means Intel is sidestepping the “Is 8GB of VRAM enough?!?!?!” controversy that enveloped last generation’s GeForce RTX 4060 and 4060 Ti, as well as AMD’s Radeon RX 7600. The Battlemage card’s 192-bit memory bus also overpowers the minuscule 128-bit bus in the RTX 4060 cards, providing hope that Intel’s GPU could possibly be used for both 1080p and 1440p gaming – unlike these Nvidia options, which are focused on 1080p gaming alone. While Nvidia’s RTX series has moved exclusively to the new 12VHPWR power connectors, the ASRock Arc B580 Steel Legend only requires a pair of traditional 8-pin connectors. Each of those can deliver up to 150W, while motherboard PCIe slots provide up to another 75W, given the B580 a maximum potential power draw of 375W. That, in combination with the 192-bit bus, suggests the Arc B580 could deliver performance in the ballpark of Nvidia’s similarly equipped RTX 4070 – something early leaks have also suggested. The IO panel for the card reveals a trio of DisplayPorts and a singular HDMI connector. The ASRock Steel Legend features a clean white look and a backplate with a flow-through design similar to what’s become common in many modern GPUs. Here’s ASRock’s also pretty darned awkwarddescription for the Arc B580 Steel Legend: “B-series pixel pushers, more excitingly known as Battlemage, will be the best graphics cards Intel has ever made. Following the chaos of Alchemist, the company has practically resigned its graphics architecture from the ground up. Providing there are no unexpected instabilities lurking in the Xe2 architecture, they should make for much more compelling competition to GeForce and Radeon. That’s across the desktop and mobile space.” Yeah, ASRock, hopefully there are no unexpected instabilities lurking in the Xe2 architecture! Speaking of, while this is a tantalizing glimpse that confirms Intel’s next-gen Arc GPUs should seemingly be right around the corner, it doesn’t provide any real information about expected performance. The Xe2 architecture powering Battlemage first appeared in Intel’s Lunar Lake laptop CPUs and provided a solid leap forward in frame rates versus their mobile first-gen Arc counterparts. I’m very curious to see not only Battlemage’s real world performance, but also its price – the first-gen Arc A580 launched at a mere $179 in late 2023. A price anywhere near that low would be a pleasant holiday surprise indeed if the B580 manages to deliver frames at a pace on par (or better) than Nvidia’s $300 RTX 4060 – and it would send a hell of a message to AMD while Radeon’s next-gen offerings focus on mainstream price points. I’d expect to hear a lot more information from Intel sooner than later if this is already appearing on Amazon’s U.S. storefront. You can see our earlier Full Nerd discussing about Battlemage rumors starting at the 37:30 mark in the video below. Read...

Earlier this year, I said we need more anime girl PC parts. Not because I want to make my computer look like a Tumblr blog circa 2012, but because we need more variety and intentional visuals in a market that follows rote trends. And today, I saw not just a cat-themed motherboard, but a cat-themed BIOS update for it. Hell yeah! VideoCardz.com shows off the latest BIOS update for the MEOW series of motherboards, a line from Colorful/Colorfire that’s covered in cartoon cats. Now the software is also covered in cats, along with new support for AM5 and Ryzen 9000 chip features. Colorfire You can see a walkthrough of the 760M BIOS and all the goodies you get in the box from a user on Bilibili. Look at this! It’s freakin’ adorable — and still entirely functional! That’s what I’m talking about! (Imagine me making wildly expressive hand gestures as I say that. I’m not gesticulating, I have to use my hands to type. That’s how online writing works.) Sadly, it looks like actually getting your hands on these MEOW motherboards outside of China is extremely difficult. Ditto for the matching components that let you make a full orange cat-themed build, like this MEOW RTX 4060 graphics card (oh my frickin’ GOD). It’s possible — though not cheap or easy — to get them on reseller markets like eBay. There’s also a fantastic pre-built PC made with these parts, complete with a matching micro-ATX case. But has anyone actually been able to buy one? I can’t find that online. C’mon, manufacturers. Please have the courage to give us computer parts that don’t look like stealth jets covered in Christmas lights. Read...

Black Friday still a week away, but it feels like it’s already here with some of the great deals we’re seeing — like this 49-inch ultrawide Samsung 240Hz OLED monitor that’s $650 off on Amazon. That’s a stunning 41 percent discount that drops it down from $1,500 to now $950. The Odyssey G9 OLED, as its name suggests, features an amazing 49-inch display with OLED panel, bringing you the deepest blacks and most vibrant colors available. But this is also a gamer-friendly monitor, with a fast 240Hz refresh rate and a lag-free 0.03ms response time that makes your gaming sessions as smooth and immersive as can be. It’s compatible with Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, too. This is an ultrawide beauty, with a 5120×1440 resolution (32:9 aspect ratio) that’s essentially two normal 2560×1440 monitors squashed together side-by-side. It has an 1800R curvature that wraps around your field of vision, making it not just great for gaming but also useful for multitasking and productivity with minimal eye strain. It has just enough connectivity to not be a pain, including one DisplayPort 1.4 port, one HDMI 2.1 port, one MicroHDMI 2.1 port, and two USB-C 3.0 ports. The fact that it’ll clear up some desk space (taking the place of two monitors) should help make up for it, but do note that the built-in stand is only height-adjustable and it doesn’t have a VESA-compatible mount. It’s almost impossible get an OLED monitor that’s this big, this fast, and this gorgeous for this price. If you’ve been itching to upgrade your setup, now’s your chance — grab this Samsung OLED ultrawide for $950. This massive ultrawide 240Hz OLED is a whopping $650 offBuy now on Amazon Read...

At a glanceExpert`s Rating Pros Generous selection of ports Long battery life Good performance Cons Bad trackpad The Intel version is faster Arm PCs still have compatibility drawbacks Dim display Our Verdict The Acer Swift 14 AI offers solid all-around performance with the latest Snapdragon silicon and a generous selection of ports, but the trackpad is poor and Copilot+ features are still MIA. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today The Acer Swift 14 AI looks like an unimposing laptop that could easily be mistaken for any number of machines in Acer’s lineup. It has a secret inside, though. The Swift 14 AI is Acer’s first Arm-based notebook, running on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite processor. Laptops have changed a lot in the last few years as Arm-based chips have finally gotten powerful enough to run Windows. The Acer Swift 14 AI might not be the best representative of that change, though. The Acer Swift 14 AI is slim and efficient, running for ages before it needs to recharge. It also has a pretty generous selection of ports for a thin-and-light laptop. However, the trackpad is below average, and there’s entirely too much bloatware. There are also issues that aren’t Acer’s fault—emulated apps don’t always work right and some hardware won’t play nice with Arm PCs. For the right price, the Acer Swift 14 AI can be a fine entrée to the world of Copilot+ PCs, but that price is not the MSRP. Further reading: Best laptops 2024: Premium, budget, gaming, 2-in-1s, and more Acer Swift 14 AI: Specs and features You won’t have to make any difficult choices when purchasing the Acer Swift 14 AI. There are only two variants of the machine, one with a touchscreen and the other without. Both display options are the same 2560×1600 IPS. The touch version (which I have been testing) is $1,099.99, and the non-touch version is $1,049.99. The specifications are identical, so there’s no reason not to get the touch version for an extra $50. Inside, the Acer Swift 14 AI sports a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-78-100), a 12-core Arm processor that we’ve seen in laptops like Dell XPS 13 (9345). The capable Oryon CPU cores are backed up by an integrated Adreno GPU—similarly capable but not ideal for gaming on Windows. The machine comes with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage, which is sufficient in 2024 but not class-leading. CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-78-100) Memory: 16GB LPDDR5X Graphics: Qualcomm Adreno Display: 14.5-inch 2560×1600 IPS, 120Hz, 300 nits Storage: 1TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD Webcam: QHD IR Webcam (2560×1440) Connectivity: 2x USB-C (USB4, 40Gbps), 2x USB-A (USB 3.2), 3.5mm audio jack Networking: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 Battery capacity: 75 Wh, 65W USB-C charging Dimensions: 12.7 x 9 x 0.66-0.72 inches Weight: 3.2 pounds MSRP as tested: $1,099.99 Acer Swift 14 AI: Design and build quality IDG / Ryan Whitwam Acer’s first Arm laptop is a nice-looking piece of hardware, with a sleek aluminum chassis that is only 0.72 inches at its thickest point. The metal frame feels sturdy in all the right places, like around the keyboard and trackpad, but I did notice some visible flexing around the vents. The trackpad itself also has issues, which I’ll get to below. The Acer Swift 14 AI is slim and efficient, running for ages before it needs to recharge. The body should stand up to daily wear and tear alright, but it wouldn’t take much to leave a dent if you’re negligent when tossing it into your bag. It’s not overweight at 3.2 pounds, but I’d like to see a laptop this size at three pounds or less. While the Acer Swift 14 AI sports a touchscreen, it’s not a convertible machine. It’s a standard laptop form factor with a reasonably sized 14.5-inch display. The bezels around the screen are slim, but not as compact as some similarly priced machines. The top bezel is a bit hefty, but it leaves room for the excellent webcam. The webcam above the display is better than most, featuring a 1440p resolution that can really show off the AI-enhanced Studio Effects, one of the few Copilot+ features you can access right now. The camera also has IR for Windows Hello biometric unlock. The hinge is smooth and opens smoothly with one hand. However, the display is also prone to sagging if you move the laptop around while it’s open—it could stand to be a little stiffer, even if it’s harder to open. You might notice the cluster of dots in the corner of the trackpad. This is Acer’s new AI indicator. The idea is that it’ll light up whenever your PC accesses AI features. Since most of Microsoft’s Copilot+ features are still in development, you’ll rarely see it illuminated. It might be an interesting quirk when there are AI features to use, but it could also be annoying. Luckily, you can disable the LED illumination in the settings. Both of the machine’s USB-C ports are on the left edge. You can charge the laptop with either one, and you won’t be hurting for ports when you do. There’s a USB-A port next to the C ports, and there’s another USB-A on the opposite side. There’s also a 3.5mm jack on that side. That’s an embarrassment of ports for 2024. I also appreciate that Acer included a USB-C to HDMI adapter with the computer. Acer Swift 14 AI: Display and speakers IDG / Ryan Whitwam The 14.5-inch display is a great size, splitting the difference between sometimes-too-compact 13-inchers and less portable 15 or 16-inch machines. The 2560×1600 resolution results in crisp visuals, and the 120Hz refresh rate ensures smooth animations. The colors and brightness consistency are also excellent for an LCD panel. Touch response is quick as well. The peak brightness, however, isn’t very good. The screen maxes out at 300 nits, which is 100 nits lower than many other laptops in this price range. You won’t notice the deficit in dimmer indoor settings, but this screen can be hard to read outdoors or in a brightly lit office. The glossy finish doesn’t help, either. Acer says this laptop has advanced audio tuning courtesy of DTS. Even the best tuning is limited by the hardware, though. The speakers are tucked under the left and right edges, which is common for laptops of all prices. They get loud enough to be heard over a noisy room, but there’s very little bass even after tweaking the sound profile in the included DTS app. The mids also get distorted past about 50 percent volume. It gets the job done, but this machine won’t set a new standard for laptop audio. Acer Swift 14 AI: Keyboard and trackpad IDG / Ryan Whitwam The keyboard takes advantage of the available real estate to keep most of the keys close to their standard sizes. The up and down arrows share a single key unit, though, and the power button is crammed in next to backspace, which is one of the worst places you could put it. Acer is not alone in making that decision, though. HP also loves that easy to hit power button. The keys feel better than most Acer laptops I’ve used. There’s a nice tactile bump and reasonable travel. The bottom isn’t too mushy, but you can see and feel the deck flexing if you’re a heavy typist. The trackpad is a different story. It’s a good size, and the glass surface is smooth to the touch. The illuminated AI icon is an unnecessary addition, but it’s easy to ignore. The problem is structural—the trackpad has substantial droop toward the front. When pressing to click, I can see the trackpad pulling away from the case unevenly, which makes it feel cheap and flimsy. And even when it’s not being touched, the pad on my review unit sits higher on one side than the other. Acer says the trackpad on this machine is within the normal manufacturing variance it expects. So unfortunately, the trackpad might be a deal breaker for some. If I bought a laptop with this trackpad, I’d probably consider returning it. Acer Swift 14 AI: Performance The stumbling block for Windows on Arm has long been applications—if they’re not built for the Arm64 architecture, Windows has to emulate them. Emulation was terrible on older versions of Windows, but Windows 11 does a reasonably good job. Simple applications work fine, but I’ve encountered issues with a handful of x86 programs, particularly installing them. You might also run into trouble with peripherals. Drivers have to be created for the Arm platform, so esoteric or vintage hardware probably won’t work.  In day-to-day usage, the Acer Swift 14 AI can handle all your basic computing tasks. When using Arm apps, the machine is indistinguishable from the average Intel or AMD-powered notebook. Emulated apps might be a little slower but not enough to notice most of the time. Games, however, will not run well on the Swift 14. The Snapdragon chip does at least ensure your laptop will wake up quickly. Some Windows laptops can languish in the twilight between sleep and awake for a strangely long time, but this Arm-based PC is ready to go almost immediately. IDG / Ryan Whitwam Cinebench is a CPU-focused test that shows how a PC handles heavy but brief multi-core workloads. More CPU cores grant higher scores in Cinebench, and cooling doesn’t matter very much. The Swift 14 AI runs on the Snapdragon X Elite X1E-78-100, which is not the highest-specced version of the chip. It’s definitely the one we’ve seen the most often, though. Its 10 CPU cores push it well past the Snapdragon X Plus-powered Dell Inspiron 14. The Acer machine is only a few points behind the Dell XPS 13, which runs the slightly more powerful X1E-80-100 version of the chip. IDG / Ryan Whitwam Our preferred ARM gaming test is 3DMark Time Spy, a graphical benchmark that focuses on GPU performance. This result illustrates the problem with gaming on Snapdragon PCs. These chips can limp along in emulated games, but the integrated graphics in AMD and Intel chips are several times faster. You can get away with simple 2D games on the Snapdragon X Elite, but you’ll have to wait for native Arm games before we can truly take advantage of the Adreno GPU. Acer Swift 14 AI: Battery life Laptops today emphasize battery life like never before, with some models running a whole day without recharging. Arm computers are noted battery life champs, but the latest Intel and AMD chips are catching up. In some low-power configurations, x86 machines can even run a bit longer than Arm ones. IDG / Ryan Whitwam Our battery rundown test consists of running a 4K video at 250 nits on a loop until the laptop dies. The Acer Swift 14 AI manages one of the higher scores we’ve seen in this test at 1,050 minutes (about 17 and a half hours). You should not have any range anxiety while using this computer, and it charges reliably with any USB-PD charger and USB-C cable, to a maximum of 65W. While the battery life is fine, it is interesting to see the Intel version of this machine actually lasts a bit longer. The gap is small, about an hour, but that’s still an impressive showing for Intel. Acer Swift 14 AI: Conclusion The Acer Swift 14 AI makes a good first impression with its solid aluminum frame and ample connectivity options, but it doesn’t quite make the sale. Acer’s trackpad feels cheap and even looks a bit off-kilter. The display, while very sharp and fast, is also a bit on the dim side, and the super-reflective glass will make it even harder to use in a bright environment. It’s hard to judge the value of Copilot+ certification because almost none of those features are available. What limited AI there is at launch is heralded by the illuminated trackpad. This is an unnecessary gimmick, which you can turn off. In general, Acer goes a bit too far with preloaded software, too. Possibly the best thing I can say about the Acer Swift 14 AI is that you can easily forget this is an Arm PC. Most x86 apps work just fine in emulation, and more Arm-optimized apps are finally becoming available. Games are off the table, but the laptop starts up quick and stays quick for the long haul. Even with its drawbacks, the Acer Swift 14 AI could be worth picking up as your first foray into the Copilot+ world. However, you should wait for a sale. The MSRP of $1,099 is a bit steep for what you get. If you can find it for closer to $900 this holiday season, it could be a good value. Read...

There’s no better way to read nowadays than with a Kindle. Sure, having a physical book in your hands has its special appeal, but lugging multiple books around when you’re out and about — say, on a commute — isn’t the easiest or most convenient thing to do. Thankfully, this early Black Friday deal has slashed the prices on Amazon’s newest Kindle down to $85 (23 percent off) and the newest Kindle Paperwhite down to $130 (19 percent off). Both were released this year, making these the best-ever prices so far. The Paperwhite is larger than the regular Kindle, with a 7-inch display (compared to the Kindle’s 6-inch display) and built-in adjustable warm light. The device is also waterproof and features a full-front design. While the regular Kindle also allows you to adjust screen brightness levels, the Paperwhite features more LEDs, meaning better lighting control. I personally switched to the Paperwhite over a decade ago and have continued to upgrade to newer models as they come out, and I don’t plan on going back. There are only two real reasons to opt for a basic Kindle over the Paperwhite: either you’re on a tight budget or you prefer the compact, travel-friendly size with smaller screen. If you’re considering the Paperwhite, you might also want to consider the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition that’s down to $155 (23 percent off), which also released this year and is currently at its best-ever price. This one has double the storage space and wireless charging. Lastly, if you want an e-reader for your kids, the newest Kindle Kids is down to $95 (27 percent off) and the newest Kindle Paperwhite Kids is down to $140 (22 percent off). Both come with one year of Amazon Kids+ with thousands of age-appropriate ebooks and graphic novels, and both have two-year worry-free guarantees where Amazon will replace them if they break for any reason, no questions asked. This is the best Black Friday for bookworms, young and old. Don’t miss this chance to equip yourself with one (or more) of these Kindles at the lowest prices they’ve ever been. The newest Kindle is now $85Buy now on Amazon The newest Kindle Paperwhite is now $130Buy now on Amazon The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is now $155Buy now on Amazon The newest Kindle Kids is now $95Buy now on Amazon The newest Kindle Paperwhite Kids is now $140Buy now on Amazon Read...

Virtual private networks, or VPNs, are an essential tool for those looking to privately and securely use the internet. They encrypt your online traffic and hide your true IP address from would-be hackers or other snooping third parties.  While the best VPNs are usually dedicated apps, you may have also heard about VPN browser extensions. They look appealing due to their ease of use and affordable price. But which should you choose? Below I’ll give you a rundown of what a VPN browser extension does and help you decide which is the best option for you. What is a VPN browser extension? A VPN browser extension is essentially a VPN that protects the browser that it’s a part of, and only that browser. For example, a Chrome VPN browser extension will cover only that Chrome browser. Other apps that connect to the internet outside of the browser, such as games or streaming apps, won’t be protected by the extension. It might help to think of a VPN app as a fortress that protects all of your assets and a VPN browser extension as more like a small personal safe that only protects a few carefully selected items. Pros and cons of a VPN browser extension Pros A VPN browser extension can be a nice upgrade to your personal privacy and security while online. It might not come with the complete coverage of a VPN app, but it does have its advantages. VPN browser extensions are typically lightweight and don’t take up nearly as many resources as a full VPN app. As a result of this simplicity, they are also extremely easy to use. While most VPN apps require you to pay a premium for a subscription, a VPN browser extension on the other hand will usually be much cheaper, or even provided for free. Additionally, although all VPNs will slow your connection speeds down a bit due to their very nature, this speed decrease should be less noticeable with a browser extension. This is because unlike a VPN app, a VPN browser extension redirects only your browser traffic through an encrypted tunnel, rather than all of the traffic from your device. Cons A VPN browser extension is certainly better than nothing, but compared to a powerful VPN app, there are some drawbacks. VPN apps can cover all of the traffic on a single device—or network if you’re using a VPN for your router. A browser extension can only secure and anonymize the traffic coming from your web browser.  For instance, if I’m using a VPN browser extension for Firefox and I’m also playing Valorant online, while simultaneously using a streaming app to watch a movie, the VPN app will protect all of these—don’t judge, it’s called multitasking. A browser extension though will only protect the traffic coming from the Firefox browser. Another huge concern when using a VPN browser extension is the potential for data logging. Many VPN browser extensions, especially the free extensions found in the app store, are run by lesser known and often unreliable companies. These companies are known to hoover up data from unsuspecting users, putting their privacy and security at risk.  Best free VPN browser extension CyberGhost Read our review It’s important to make sure that you’re using a VPN browser extension from a reputable company with good privacy protections. Personally, I’m a big fan of CyberGhost’s free VPN browser extension, which comes with unlimited bandwidth usage and access to eight servers. Should you use a VPN app or browser extension? The answer to this question is ultimately going to come down to your personal usage and needs. A VPN app is going to provide you with complete protection for all your web-based activities. This includes web browsing, gaming, torrenting, and other app-based internet usage.  VPN apps offer complete coverage and come with a multitude of customizable features that allow you to optimize your connections. All of these protections don’t come for free though–you’ll need to cough up a not-insignificant amount of money to enjoy them. A VPN browser extension will protect all web surfing you do on that particular browser. So if you only care about using your browser to check email, watch Netflix, or surf the web, then a browser extension might be the better option. Plus, they are typically cheaper than VPN apps so those concerned about keeping expenses low might find a happy medium here between price and coverage. Overall, I personally recommend opting for a VPN app if and when possible. Most of us use more than just a browser to access the internet on a regular basis. Keeping all of your data private and secure is more important now than ever. Plus, if you opt for a long-term subscription to a good VPN you’ll end up paying just a few dollars per month. Either way, you can’t really go wrong. Using one or the other is going to give you a level of privacy and protection that you wouldn’t be getting otherwise. Read...

TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office 2019 for Windows for $24.97, on sale for Black Friday. Microsoft Office has been a go-to for productivity, but subscription fees can be a hassle. Now you can skip the recurring costs with Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019, offering lifetime access to the essential suite for the unbeatable price of $24.97 ahead of Black Friday. This all-in-one package includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Publisher, and Teams — tools that cover everything from creating polished documents to managing professional presentations and handling email. Optimized for Windows PCs, this 2019 version of MS Office delivers modern features and a clean interface that make everyday tasks seamless. It’s ideal for professionals, students, and home users who want reliable software without worrying about subscription renewals. Say goodbye to subscriptions and hello to hassle-free productivity. For a one-time price of $24.97, this deal on a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 ensures you’ll always have access to the tools you need, without recurring fees.   Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows – $26.97 See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change. Read...

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