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Monday, January 1, 2018

Dell XPS 13 vs. XPS 13 2-in-1: Choosing between power and flexibility

What's the difference between the standard XPS 13 and the XPS 13 2-in-1?

Dell has an outstanding device in the standard XPS 13, but to cater to a wider audience it also offers a convertible option known as the XPS 13 2-in-1. It's very similar in appearance, size, and weight, but the 2-in-1 has a special set of hinges that allow it to be used in tablet, stand, or tent modes. Let's take a closer look these two laptops and determine the differences that will matter to you most when choosing between the two.

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12 days of tech tips: Get the most out of your Xbox One graphics

Push the best visuals out of your Xbox One, using these four quick tips.

The holiday season is a great time of year for any gamer. Not only is it perfect for gifting – with some time off, you may finally find the time to work through that backlog of games.

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Best Soundbars for Xbox One Gaming of 2018

These soundbars deliver a well-balanced and rich soundscape without having to run wires everywhere.

Connecting to your Xbox One with just a digital optical cable, soundbars are a great and compact way to enhance your gaming experience. Most won't quite match the capabilities of a true surround sound system, but they're usually less expensive and far easier to install.

In case you are in need of some great sound, we pulled together this list of some of the best soundbars you can use with your Xbox One.

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Thoughts on using the Photos app on Windows 10 as a video editor

The Photos app on Windows 10 is great for checking out pictures but we've put it through the paces to see how it performs as a video editor.

The Microsoft Store has gained some powerful apps this year, but there aren't many options when it comes to editing video. The Photos app that comes with Windows 10 has an add-on that lets you create video from your own media. It won't replace a professional video editor but works well at creating basic videos that allow you to share your favorite memories.

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Kodi 18 'Leia:' Everything there is to know about the next version of Kodi

Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming version of Kodi.

Kodi 17.6 "Krypton" is the current release that's available through the Windows Store and the Kodi website But work on next version of the popular media server software is progressing. In a break from the normal routine of choosing names with the community, Kodi 18 will be known as "Leia," in honor of everyone's favorite princess who sadly left us.

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How to turn Cortana for Xbox One off and on

If Cortana isn't for you, the digital assistant can be disabled on Xbox One.

Cortana promises to deliver a range of capabilities on Xbox One, through voice commands. From inviting friends to parties to navigating the Xbox interface, Cortana has a lot to offer – but sometimes falls short. If you no longer use Cortana, she can be disabled on Xbox One.

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