Gear Up for Gaming; One Serious D-SLR; New Features in Windows 8.1; and More

ProductWire July 1, 2013   View Online | Manage Subscription | Follow Us TOP STORIES Gear Up for Gaming The Digital Storm Virtue is a single-card mid-range gaming desktop that packs an impressive punch thanks to Intel's latest Core i7 processor and a potent Nvidia GPU. Share This: One Serious D-SLR If you're in the market for a serious D-SLR, but don't want to go full-frame, the Nikon D7100 is the way to go; it's our Editors' Choice camera in its category. Share This: New Features in Windows 8.1 Microsoft's just-launched Windows 8.1 upgrade is way more than a service pack, even though it's a free update for Windows 8 users. Here are its coolest new features. Share This: Apple's AC AirPort With the new AirPort design and the inclusion of 802.11ac, it's plain to see that Apple is taking steps forward with its networking devices. Cupertino's latest AirPort Extreme is not on the bleeding edge, as far as speeds and feeds go, but it is beautiful and "just works" out of the box. Share This: Digg Reader The brand-new Digg Reader (beta) is yet another good option for RSS feed reading fans desperate to find a replacement to Google Reader. The public beta is free, though Digg's roadmap has on it premium features that will roll out later for a price. Share This: A Bag for Everywhere The ECBC Zeus Messenger K7-203 is a well-constructed messenger bag that keeps your stuff together and organized on the go, whether it's in town or across the globe. Share This: How Fast is Your Internet? Test it! We've teamed with Speedtest.net to measure our readers' Internet service providers. Later we'll reveal who's the fastest in the land. You don't have to sign up--test your speed right now. Share This: Featured Research Remote Working WP What the trend to remote working means for your business. VoIP Continuity Business Continuity Planning with VoIP Considerations for UC Five IT Considerations for UC in the Contact Center FEATURED OFFERS AWARD-WINNING TECH now on sale! Lenovo IdeaPad Z400 Touch  |  Laptops MSRP: $700 |  $599.2 + Free Shipping  Panasonic DMP-BDT230  |  Blu-ray MSRP: $129.99 |  $127.99 SOS Online Backup 100GB $9.99/mo  |  Online Backup MSRP: $9.99 |  $9.99 Webroot® SecureAnywhere™ Complete  |  Security MSRP: $79.99 |  $29.99 CyberLink PowerDVD 13 Ultra  |  Software MSRP: $124.93 |  $94.95 eNewsletter Information You are subscribed to PCMag.com's ProductWire with the email address pctipworld@gmail.com. Click here to unsubscribe from this newsletter. To subscribe to other e-mail newsletters from Ziff Davis, change your delivery format from HTML to text, or change your email address, click here. Copyright ©2013 Ziff Davis, Inc.  All Rights Reserved. Ziff Davis, Inc., 28 East 28th Street, 11th Floor,  New York, NY 10016

Hands On with Windows 8.1: Microsoft's 'do-over' OS is loaded with features

Follow:   07.01.2013  View in a Browser Hands On with Windows 8.1: Microsoft's 'do-over' OS is loaded with features 06.26.2013 9:00 AM Windows 8.1 isn't just an update?it's an apology to customers. But if you didn't like Windows 8, don't expect the new release to change your mind. How to download Windows 8.1 Preview 06.26.2013 3:15 PM Ready to try Windows 8.1? Here's what you need to know. -ADVERTISEMENT-   Windows 8 Starter Guide Start learning Windows 8 Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 »See what we think about it. »Check its price.   Don't forget to back up your PC before trying Windows 8.1 06.27.2013 9:47 AM Tales of installation woes drive home the point: Back up your system before trying out Windows 8.1. Windows 8.1 apps: New additions and crucial updates 06.27.2013 3:26 AM Windows 8.1 Preview shows much-improved internal apps, and the Windows Store is much friendlier and more filled-out than it used to be. 12 missing features we'd still love to see in Windows 8.1 06.28.2013 3:06 AM Windows 8.1 changes a lot about the core Windows 8 experience, but it can be so much better if Microsoft adds just a bit more. Deep inside Windows 8.1's hidden new features 06.27.2013 3:00 AM Some of Windows 8.1's more useful tweaks occur behind the scenes. Build 2013 keynote: Microsoft unveils Windows 8.1, pledges 'rapid release' schedule 06.26.2013 12:10 PM Microsoft executives formally unveiled Windows 8.1 at its Build 2013 conference, pledging rapid, responsive updates will empower its developer base. Has Windows 8.1 revived Windows app development? 06.24.2013 4:17 PM The number of Windows 8 apps increased at about the same time that the first Windows 8.1 details leaked. Coincidence? Who cares? Not Microsoft, certainly. Kinect for Windows developer's kit slated for November, adds 'green screen' technology 06.26.2013 9:30 AM Microsoft's Kinect for Windows will be released in final form by next year, and include "green screen" technology to strip out backgrounds from behind users. Microsoft hopes for second chance with Windows 8.1 06.24.2013 3:30 AM What does Microsoft need to accomplish at its BUILD developer's conference this week? Establish that it can listen to customers, analysts say. Meet Windows 8, the OS with really bad timing 06.25.2013 3:22 AM Windows 8 launched prematurely, but the stars are finally beginning to align for Microsoft's new-look OS. Kinect for Xbox One will be incompatible with PCs 06.27.2013 11:10 AM If youre buying an Xbox One this fall, dont think you're going to be able to use the included Kinect motion controller on your PC.       You are subscribed to this newsletter as: pctipworld@gmail.com More PCWorld Newsletters / Manage Subscriptions / Unsubscribe IDG Consumer & SMB Privacy Policy © 2012 IDGCSMB, 501 2nd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

11 killer sim games that immerse you in reality

Follow:   7.1.2013 11 killer sim games that immerse you in reality May 23, 2013 5:35 AM Put yourself in someone else's shoes. Some sim games are hell-bent on putting you in the middle of realistic action scenarios. Others let you experience some of the world's most elite (or obscure) professions. Looking for science fiction or fantasy? You won't find it here. So grab your mouse, keyboard, joystick, or driving wheel, and step into some of the most dangerous, toughest, and craziest jobs in the (virtual) world. Note: On each slide there's a link either to the vendor's website or to our review where you'll find a "Download Now" button. »View the slideshow article -ADVERTISEMENT-   Windows 8 Starter Guide Start learning Windows 8 Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 »See what we think about it. »Check its price.           You are subscribed to this newsletter as: pctipworld@gmail.com More PCWorld Newsletters / Manage Subscriptions / Unsubscribe IDG Consumer & SMB Privacy Policy © 2012 IDGCSMB, 501 2nd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107