Fences 4 introduces new features that will streamline workflows while keeping your desktops organized. The application developed by Stardock makes it easy for Windows PC users to automatically organize shortcuts and icons on their desktops into custom-sized spaces called fences.
The latest version of Fences introduces the Peek and Desktop Display feature to Windows 10 and 11 users. Peak lets users instantly view their fences by pressing Windows key + space, making accessing content significantly faster. For example, while working in a program like Adobe ® Premiere ® or Photoshop ®, users can bring a folder portal filled with their source footage and images to the surface of their desktop by pressing the configurable hotkey. This eliminates the need to minimize the application and go searching for the required asset in File Explorer.
Pressing Windows key + D hotkey lets you configure the Desktop Display feature. Either toggle or press-and-hold to streamline your workflow for accessing content on your desktop.
“Fences 4 is designed to deliver a modern desktop experience. Fences is the best way to organize your desktop, and the new “Peek” feature makes it possible to access all of your Fences content at any time and within any application. Your workflow will never be the same.”
Brad Sams, Vice President and General Manager of Stardock Software
Along with its new features, Fences 4 has been optimized so that it loads before the desktop when a PC is booted up, making it not only more functional but also more performant.
Fences 4 is available starting at $9.99 here or through Stardock’s Object Desktop suite.
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GEEKOM is introducing its 2021 flagship mini PC the Mini IT8. The mini PC is built with a core i5 Intel processor and comes with Windows 11 OS pre-installed. It is lightweight, has flexible storage configurations, supports up to four 4K displays and has competitive prices.
The Mini IT8 mini PC weighs only 1kg and can fit into the palm of a hand. It is powered by an Intel Coffee Lake processor and Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655 GPU. The mini PC supports RAM and storage expansion from 8GB to 32GB and 128GB to 1TB SSD.
The latest GEEKOM mini PC is available for purchase at www.geekompc.com. The least configuration retails at $459 but is currently discounted to $379 till 26th December 2021.
“The launch of our latest mini PC reflects our ambition to provide users with more options for computers that are faster, more powerful, and easier to customize,” says Kom de Olde, founder of GEEKOM.
Mini IT8 specifications
Dimensions
117 x 112 x 45.6 mm, 1kg
Processor
Intel Coffee Lake i5 8259U
GPU
Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655
Memory
8/16GB (Dual Channel DDR4)
Storage
256/512GB (M.2 Kingston SSD)
RAM Brand
Kingston
Operating System
Windows 11
Feature
Support 4 Displays/Quiet Fan
Ethernet
1000Mbps LAN
Wireless Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.1/Dual-Band Wi-Fi
Ports
1 * RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet Port 1 * SD card reader 3 * USB3.2 Port 2 * USB-C Port 1 * HDMI2.0 1 * MINI DP 1 * DC in
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HUAWEI is announcing the latest model of the MateBook series, the HUAWEI MateBook E (2022) notebook. The company introduced the device alongside the HUAWEI WatchGT Runner, VR Glass 6DoF, FreeBuds Lipstick and MateStation X desktop PC at a recent event in China. The new MateBook E comes in an ultra-slim 2-in-1 notebook design weighing 709 grams (1.1kg with the keyboard).
It comes with a 12.6″ OLED display that has an aspect ratio of 16:10, 2560×1600 resolution and brightness of up to 600 nits. It spots thin bezels and Huawei says the device has a screen to body ratio of 90%. The MateBook E is powered by Windows 11, an 11th generation Intel core processor and Intel Iris Xe Graphics. You can choose from either an i5 or i7 Tiger Lake-U processor and up to 16GB of RAM.
It has a 65W portable charger that gives you up to 54% battery life after 30 minutes of charging. The company says you should get a full charge after 100 minutes and up to eight hours of battery life usage.
The new Matebook comes bundled with either a Huawei Smart Magnetic or Slide Keyboard and 2nd generation HUAWEI M-Pencil stylus. The least configuration starts at CNY 5,999 ($940), whilst the highest retails at CNY 8,699 ($1,365). It is expected to start selling in China from December 1st but no word yet on when it’ll be global.
USB-C x 1（Thunderbolt 4, supports charging, transferring data, and DisplayPort) 3.5 mm headset, microphone 2-in-1 interface x 1 (CTIA standard support)
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The Surface Laptop 4 is now available in South Africa as Microsoft officially launches the device. The least configuration for the Surface Laptop 4, AMD Ryzen 5 4680U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, will start selling at R945 per month at Vodacom and R18,999 at Everyshop and Incredible Connection. With the highest configuration, Intel Core i7-1185G7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, selling at R32,999. Unfortunately, the is no mention of the 32GB RAM and 1TB models.
“We are excited to add Surface Laptop 4 to our growing Surface range locally, says Colin Erasmus, Modern Workplace and Security Business Group Lead at Microsoft South Africa. It powers modern multitasking demands, and combines a vibrant touchscreen display, large trackpad with gesture support and an industry-leading typing experience,” he adds.
The 2021 version of the Surface Laptop looks very similar to the Surface Laptop 3 in design. But has a massive internal upgrade. It comes with two processor types; an 11th generation Intel processor and a custom AMD Ryzen Surface edition processor. It is also designed in 13″ and 15′ models.
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ASUS introduces the latest addition to the Vivobook family with the announcement of the ASUS Vivobook 13 Slate OLED (T3300). It is a 2-in-1 device with a 13.3″ OLED touch display and powered by an Intel quad-core CPU. The device has a similar form factor and design to the Microsoft Surface Pro device. But unlike the Surface Pro it has a detachable keyboard, cover stand and pen that comes bundled with the price. The least device configuration of 4GB RAM and 128GB storage starts at $599 in the US. ASUS is targeting people who use two devices for work and play, saying one can do the job. The devices will be available worldwide starting this month and you can buy them from ASUS stores.
Watch the announcement below.
ASUS Vivobook 13 Slate OLED (T3300) full device specifications
Dimensions
309.9 x 190 x 8.2 mm (12.20″ x 7.48″ x 0.32″ ~ 0.32″) 309.9 x 190 x 8.2 mm (12.20″ x 7.48″ x 0.32″ ~ 0.31″) 309.9 x 190 x 7.9 mm (12.20″ x 7.48″ x 0.31″ ~ 0.31″)
Weight
0.80 kg (1.76 lbs) 0.78 kg (1.72 lbs)
OS
Windows 11 S/ Home/ Pro
CPU
Intel® Pentium® Silver N6000 Processor 1.1 GHz (4M Cache, up to 3.3 GHz, 4 cores)
Graphics
Intel® UHD Graphics
Display
13.3-inch, FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9 aspect ratio, 400nits, 550nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, PANTONE Validated, Glossy display, Touch screen, With stylus support, Screen-to-body ratio: 93％
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.2 (Dual band) 2*2
Color
Black
Memory
4GB LPDDR4X, 8GB LPDDR4X on board, Memory Max Up to:8GB
Storage
128G eMMC 256GB M.2 NVMe™ PCIe® 3.0 SSD
Camera
Front: 5MP camera Rear: 13MP camera
Power supply
TYPE-C, 65W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W, Input: 100-240V AC 50/60GHz universal
Battery
50WHrs, 3S1P, 3-cell Li-ion
Port
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with display / Power Delivery support 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack Micro SD card reader
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Dell Technologies is announcing the new edition of the Dell XPS Desktop series the model 8950. The desktop is larger with bigger chassis than the previous model 8940 and comes with a better cooling architecture. It is powered with the latest Intel Alder Lake desktop processors up to Core i9K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 graphics. Dell says it is available with up to a 750W power supply supporting up to 350W graphics. The Dell XPS Desktop 8950 starts retailing at $919.99 for the low end and will be available later this fall. The device was announced at the October 2021 desktop launch where it also introduced the Alienware Aurora R13 and Alienware Aurora Ryzen Edition R14.
The new XPS Desktop model comes pre-installed with the latest version of Windows, 11. Dell says it is designed to maximize performance, airflow and acoustics. Having 42% larger chassis with tool-less entry and removable side panel. It is said to be much cooler and quieter than the previous generation.
Dell XPS Desktop 8950 Specifications
Dimensions
173 x 426.7 x 391mm, 173 x 426.7 x 372.9 mm
Weight
7.62kg, 7.42kg
OS
Windows 11 Home/Pro 64-bit
Chipset
Intel Z690 Chipset – Alder Lake
CPU
12th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-12600K (10 Core, 20 MB Cache, 3.7 GHz to 4.9 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology)
12th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-12700K (12 Core, 25 MB Cache, 3.6 GHz to 5 GHz with Turbo Boost Max 3.0)
12th Generation Intel® Core™ i9-12900K (16 Core, 30 MB Cache, 3.2 GHz to 5.2 GHz with Turbo Boost Max 3.0)
125W k-series with high-capacity thermal heat sink or liquid cooling option
Power supply
460W bronze, 750W platinum,
Graphics power
Max support 350W graphics (requires 750W power supply)
Multimedia
Integrated 7.1 Channel Audio with Waves MaxxAudio® Pro SD Card Reader (SD, SDHC, SDXC)
Port
Front: (3) USB 3.2 Type-A Gen 1, (1) USB 3.2 Type-C, Gen 2 Headset jack, SD card slot Rear: (2) USB 2.0 Type-A, (2) USB 3.2 Type-A Gen 1, (1) USB 3.2 Type-C™ Gen 2×2, (1) Display Port 1.4, (1) Gigabit Ethernet, (1) 7.1 channel
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