Asus has begun rolling out Windows 11-compatible firmware on some of its LGA1151-based Z270 motherboard models. The new firmware enables TPM 2.0 support on all such compatible models by default.
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For only a limited time, save more than $600 off the Dell Inspiron 3650, which includes a Skylake i7-6700 quad-core Intel CPU, 16GB of RAM and discrete AMD Radeon HD R9 360 graphics card.
Intel announced today that future chips from the company will have Meltdown and Spectre fixes built into them, and that it's releasing new code for chips that were released in the last five years.
Earlier this month, Microsoft began offering Intel firmware updates via Windows Update for Skylake processors. Today, the company expanded its offerings to Kaby Lake and Coffee Lake.
Intel today announced that it is releasing new updates for its sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-generation chips with additional mitigations for the Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities.
Having initially rolled out a buggy Spectre patch, Intel has now released an updated patch for Skylake CPUs. The updates will be made available through OEM updates so make sure to update soon.
Intel posted a bulletin regarding a security vulnerability that affects most of its modern chips, including 6th-, 7th-, and 8th-generation Core processors, along with Xeon, Atom, and Celeron chips.
It appears that Microsoft has started blocking updates to some new PCs running older versions of Windows including Windows 7 and 8.1 in an effort to encourage users to upgrade to its latest OS.
Google is now offering the next generation Intel Xeon processor for Google Cloud Platform customers. It is now available in five regions and more will be discussed at Google Cloud NEXT 2017.
After previously announcing that Skylake PCs would not be supported if downgraded to Windows 7 or 8.1, and later extending the date that this would happen, Microsoft has backtracked.
Apple has quietly released new MacBooks today, upgrading the Intel Core m processor to the latest sixth-generation chips. The firm has also introduced a fourth color option to its range: Rose Gold.
After receiving negative feedback from big customers who are not ready to make the jump to Windows 10, the Redmond giant has chosen to revise its hardware support policy.
Intel has finally revealed the appearance, price and availability of its high-end NUC which features a Skylake processor, Thunderbolt 3 port and a high end integrated graphics processing unit.
Intel is finally taking action to prevent users from overclocking its locked Skylake CPUs. However it's likely only future motherboard purchasers will be stopped from exploiting the loophole.
Intel recently released new video drivers for its Skylake processors. Our testing indicates that they solve the widely-reported power consumption problems in sleep mode on the Surface Pro 4.
The opposite of what you might expect, a bug is causing some Skylake chips to freeze as a result of certain types of particularly intensive workloads.
Priced from $1,029, Lenovo's new business-class all-in-one PC features a 23.8-inch display with an 'ultra-thin frame' built on an aluminum chassis, along with the latest Intel Skylake processors.
Microsoft has apologized to buyers of its Surface Pro 4 and Surface Book, acknowledging that some of them have "had a less-than-perfect experience" with its latest high-end Windows 10 devices.
The TechSpot website has an exclusive report on how it is now possible to overclock locked Skylake CPUs with the help of a BIOS tweak from a manufacturer, which bypasses the restriction.
Microsoft has opened pre-orders for its range-topping Surface Pro 4 with an Intel Core i7 (Skylake) processor, 16GB RAM, and 1TB of storage for $2,699 - but it seems it won't arrive for some time.
The Yoga 900 features a 13.3-inch Quad HD+ display, Intel's latest Core i7 (Skylake) processors, up to 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD, and plenty more - and of course, there's a 'Champagne Gold' option.
While we are still a few weeks away from the release of the Surface Pro 4 and the Surface Book, those looking to make a purchase will now be able to get better detail about the units CPUs and GPU.
After a long wait and much fanfare, Microsoft has finally revealed the Surface Pro 4, with an all-new Skylake processor, up to 16GB of RAM and a revised Pen and Type Cover.
Microsoft thought we'd fall in love with touch on our PCs with Windows 8, but many new Windows 10 notebooks and desktops still lack touchscreen support today. How much does this feature matter to you?
Acer's R 13 notebook - which sports a rather unusual hinge - is now available with Intel's latest 'Skylake' processors, USB 3.1 Type-C ports, optional Quad HD resolution, and Windows 10 pre-installed.
Intel finally unveils its range of Skylake processors from 4.5W to 65W for the 6th generation chips. From mobile to desktop, Intel's 6th generation processor family is in full swing.
Despite having an external graphics amplifier, Alienware laptops are to gain Thunderbolt 3 ports and improved displays. Despite the upgrades, these models do not include Skylake processors.
At IDF 2015, Intel announced that it is expanding overclocking to laptops with its next-generation processor family, Skylake. Some manufacturers are already building prototypes to demo the new chip.
Intel has revealed information about the mobile Skylake range at its Intel Developer Forum 2015 event held in San Fransisco. Power savings, performance and integrated graphics upgrades inbound.
Intel is soon to introduce Skylake-H processors that are suited for mobile workstations and professional based laptops. Ranging from Celeron to Xeon, the much-anticipated CPU lineup has been leaked.
Breaking records, a professional overclocker reaches impressive speeds of near 7GHz using Intel Core i7-6700k 'Skylake' processors. Read on to understand how these speeds were achieved.
Today's modern games and many productivity applications can consume 4GB on its own, so there's little argument for not going with 8GB. However, the need for 16GB of memory is a hotly debated subject.
Whereas Broadwell was a tick in Intel's "tick-tock" release cycle, Skylake is a tock, which means the same manufacturing process along architecture improvements. On hand today is the Core i7-6700K.
On this episode of The Redmond Report, I talk about Windows 10 and the impending release, Intel's announcement about Skylake and build 10240
On stage at Computex, Intel unveiled ten new processor models, divided equally between mobile and desktop classes. All of the new chips feature Iris graphics and focus on media performance.
In what might be a treasure trove of leaked information, or a very elaborate hoax, details on Intel's 6th generation desktop processors are now available, including photos of engineering samples.
While it has yet to be confirmed, there could be a delay in Intel's next CPU codenammed 'Skylake'. The new processor which was set to make its debut in Q2 of 2015 has now been delayed until August.
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