Stories by Mark Hachman

Intel sees chip shortages lasting into 2023

Intel reported earnings for the fourth quarter of 2021. The story was familiar: strong demand for PCs and other devices, hampered by supply chain constraints which limited sales.

Microsoft ‘delighted’ by Windows 11 usage, but what is it?

Microsoft reported strong revenue and profits during the fiscal second quarter, but was vague in describing how many users Windows 11 actually has.

Intel’s new megafab won’t alleviate chip shortages anytime soon

Intel announces a new megafab near Columbus, Ohio, that will be used to manufacture "angstrom-class" chips beginning in 2025 -- hopefully well after the ongoing chip shortage disappears.

How to cheat at Wordle

The answers to upcoming Wordle puzzles are hidden right in plain sight. Here's how to hack Wordle to discover them, as well as numerous ways to run up your Wordle score to impress your friends.

Opera goes full crypto with the Crypto Browser Project

Opera has launched the Crypto Browser Project, a Web3 browser with support for an integrated crypto wallet.

Intel tips plans for a Bitcoin mining chip

While Intel plans to announce its Bonanza Mine Bitcoin mining ASIC at an upcoming conference, it isn't known whether the chip is a research effort or will be moved into production.

How to stop Microsoft Teams from automatically loading on your PC

If you're tired of Microsoft Teams automatically launching when you boot or restart your PC, there's an easy way to fix the problem without uninstalling the app. The Teams-based Chat app can be disabled, too.

Intel crowns a new PC chief

Intel has named Michelle Johnston Holthaus as the new head of its Client Computing Group (CCG), which includes Intel's Core processor line.

Canon ink is freaking out after shipping without crucial chips. Here’s how to fix it

Supply chain issues are forcing Canon to ship ink toner cartridges without certain chips, prompting Canon printers to report error messages. Here's what's wrong and what to do about it.

Windows Photos editing changes for the better…and worse

Microsoft has begun rolling out an updated Photos app for Windows 11 and Windows 10, with significant changes to user interface and the removal of at least one key feature.

Dell’s new integrated 4K monitor feels like the future of displays

Dell's upcoming UltraSharp 32 4K essentially combines a Thunderbolt dock and a display. In certain scenarios, this makes a lot of sense.

Samsung shows a Flex Note foldable laptop concept, not a product

Samsung, which we believe could ship a foldable Windows tablet or laptop of it really wanted, demonstrated a concept at CES 2022 instead.

How to decide between a 12th-gen Core or Ryzen 6000 laptop

In 2022, you'll have the option to buy a new laptop with either an AMD Ryzen 6000 or an Intel 12th-gen Core chips inside. Think only the processor matters? Nope. Here are the subtle differences between the two.

New Thunderbolt dock connects three 4K displays, with a catch

Plugable, which is one of our favorite Thunderbolt dock makers, has launched the UD-6950PDZ, allowing you to connect three, rather than the normal two, displays. But there's a catch, unfortunately.

Google will connect PCs, phones, and Chromebooks with new synergy features

At CES 2022, Google describes a number of ways in which it will use Fast Pair and other technologies to connect PCs, Chromebooks, Android phones, and even cars and smartwatches.