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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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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Meet the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio. The laptop that borrows heavily from the design and name of the Surface Laptop, Surface Studio, Surface Pro devices and even the Acer ConceptD 7 Ezel. Whether you call it a weird or an interesting form factor, Microsoft is introducing it as a replacement to the Surface Book line. But is the new device a worthy successor to the Surface Book?
The 14.4″ Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio runs on the latest quad-core 11th Gen Intel Core H Series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti laptop GPU. It is available with 16 or 32GB RAM, and 256GB up to 2TB SSD storage. Oh, it also has an upgradeable SSD and comes with a thunderbolt 4 port. Weighs about 1.8kg and battery life estimations show up to 19 hours of typical device usage. Check out the full device specifications and models.
Introducing Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio + specifications
While the Surface Laptop Studio’s design isn’t entirely new, no one has done it quite to this level with such great results.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio review with Lisa Gade, MobileTechReview
The Surface Laptop Studio starts retailing at $ $1599.99 and is available in select markets. It is expected to become available in other markets including South Africa, Egypt and the UAE in early 2022.
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Here is how to upgrade to Windows 11 as it becomes officially available today.
The first thing you need to know and understand is that Microsoft is changing the minimum hardware requirements. This is largely due to the fact that Microsft wants to enable specific features within the operating system (OS). As well as keep pace with the latest computing needs and that of the future. So for you to also get the best and full user experience in Windows 11 you will need the latest hardware.
The new OS will need your device to be running Windows 10, version 2004 or later, to get the free upgrade. In terms of hardware specifications, the minimum RAM size is now 4GB and at least 64GB of storage space. Your device must have a processor with at least 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster with 2 or more cores. But Microsoft notes it must be running on either an Intel 8th generation, AMD Zen 2, Qualcomm 7 or 8 series processors or higher. It should also support TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module) and be compatible with DirectX 12. Click here to find out more about the Windows 11 specs, features and hardware requirements.
Upgrade to Windows 11 steps
Microsoft is using rolling out the upgrade in phases and expects all eligible Windows 10 devices to get the upgrade by mid-2022. Following the Windows Update route is ideal and best for everyone. However, if you are an advanced user or want to get the upgrade now you can use the Installation Assistant method.
Windows Update
Open Windows Update in settings – (Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update) and
Select Check for updates
If your device is eligible and the upgrade is ready, the option to download and install will appear. If you are ready to install Windows 11, select Download and install. If not you can choose to do this at a later date or schedule it.
Installation Assistant
Click to go to the Microsoft Windows 11 software download page.
Click on the Download Now option under the Windows 11 Installation Assistant
Select Run. (You need to be an administrator to run this tool.)
Once the tool confirms the device hardware is compatible, you will be presented with the license terms. Select Accept and Install.
Once the tool is ready, click the Restart Now button to complete the installation on your computer.
It might take some time to install Windows 11, and your PC will restart a few times. Make sure you don’t turn off your PC.
Alternatively, you can choose to perform a clean install of Windows 11 by creating a new Installation Media. Or Download Windows 11 Disk Image (ISO) and create a bootable installation media or virtual machine. To do this, click to go to the Microsoft Windows 11 software download page and select download under the other options.
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