Do you NEED a CoPilot+ PC? Before I start tearing into Snapdragon X Elite Laptops, I wanted to quickly revisit the current gen of Intel powered notebooks. The Acer Swift Go 14 is a VERY cost effective way to get a powerful portable computer, especially now that these PC’s are starting to go on sale… Continue reading “Do you Want CoPilot+ PC? Revisiting the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (Acer Swift Go 14)!”
Surface Laptop 7 Week 1! What Works? What’s Broken?
Reviewing the new Surface Laptop! A quick follow up, A LOT of this is working great!
It’s almost like we totally could have predicted this over the last year of Windows on ARM!
Basically, the experience has improved to the point, where I don’t think many people will know that anything is different. Some of the core issues will obviously arrive from BETA software and X86 drivers, but what does that actually look like now? Well, it looks pretty darn good.
After my first impressions, here are some quick follow up thoughts on networking, storage and accessories, audio gear, and a fun little skit about gamer bros.
I’m sure there’s nothing in this that might be deemed controversial.
ENJOY! Continue reading “Surface Laptop 7 Week 1! What Works? What’s Broken?”
Surface Laptop 7 CoPilot+ PC – Day 1: Setup and EARLY Benchmarks!
Surface Laptop 7 FIRST REACTIONS!
I’ve spent LESS than a day with the new Microsoft Laptop with a Snapdragon X Elite SOC, and I already have a LOT of thoughts! Let’s look at the setup and some early performance tests. It’s the MOST expensive laptop Microsoft sells!
Is this the Windows on ARM revolution YOU’VE been waiting for?
Continue reading “Surface Laptop 7 CoPilot+ PC – Day 1: Setup and EARLY Benchmarks!”
Windows Recall will be a Security Problem for Mac and Linux Users too!
Windows Recall wont just be a privacy issue for Windows users! Even if you’re on Linux or a Mac, every interaction you have with a Windows user will be saved by that person’s Recall. Recall will become a desirable target for malware, as attackers will get access to everything on that system, and EVERYTHING that user has ever seen.
I’m strongly suggesting folks consider contacting elected officials and regulators. We need to encourage companies to do a better job of protecting our data.
Windows 11 24H2 Update Made My ARM Tablet Faster!
Windows 11 24H2 is pushing out to preview channels.
It took a little while, but I FINALLY got it running on my Robo & Kala! The big promise from Microsoft is improved X86 emulation support for X Elite chips, but does this mean we’ll see performance gains on older ARM PCs?
Let’s find out! Continue reading “Windows 11 24H2 Update Made My ARM Tablet Faster!”
Snapdragon X Elite Laptops! What you need to know before shopping an AI laptop!
X Elite Laptop REACTIONS!
The new Snapdragon chip is FINALLY coming to new computers! I’m looking up the new systems, and reacting to configurations and prices! Here’s what you need to know if you’re shopping a Windows on ARM notebook PC!
Acemagic AD08 Mini PC Review: Is a Core i9 Wasted Here?
Acemagic AD08 Review is FINALLY done!
This was a seriously delayed video for me. Dealing with malware, and taking more time to carefully clean out the computer, I’ve talked about this experience a lot already. Still, there’s a box with a processor in it, and there’s still a question I need to answer.
Is a Core i9 overkill in a system like this? Continue reading “Acemagic AD08 Mini PC Review: Is a Core i9 Wasted Here?”
Windows On ARM Already Does That! Office Apps, Photo Editing, Gaming, and MORE!
I still get a LOT of comments on YouTube, from people who don’t really want to learn about current ARM PC offerings, but like to speculate and complain about what ARM PCs can’t do. Before we start getting X Elite hardware, here’s what older ARM PCs can do with SIGNIFICANTLY less powerful chips!
It’s a LOT more than you think… Continue reading “Windows On ARM Already Does That! Office Apps, Photo Editing, Gaming, and MORE!”