Samsung debuts new 870 EVO consumer SSD

Samsung 870 EVO SSD (Source: Samsung)

Samsung introduces a new SATA solution that can work for general PC users and IT professionals. The 870 EVO is an all-around storage solution that promises "best-in-class performance and reliability." It uses Samsung's latest V-NAND and controller to reach maximum SATA sequential read and write speeds of 560 and 530MB/s, respectively. It vows to maintain peak performance levels with its large variable SLC buffer and the drive's Intelligent TurboWrite tech.

Compared to the previous 860 models, the 870 EVO has an improvement of nearly 38% in random read speed, which should give you a better experience when it comes to multitasking, web browsing, and even booting up the PC. It also has a 30% sustained performance improvement over the 860 EVO. Since Samsung designs all SSD components in-house, it guarantees that all parts work cohesively.

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Apple M1 Mac gets optimized beta version of Microsoft Edge

If you prefer a Chromium-based browser on your Apple M1-based Mac laptop, you'll appreciate this update from Microsoft. The Edge browser now has native support for Apple Silicon, but it is still in its beta form. Expect to encounter some bugs here and there. But generally, it should work fine. This update suggests that a stable version of the app should be coming soon.

Source: Engadget

How to Improve How Technology Looks In Your House

There are two things that don’t really go together, technology and interior design.

For the most part, most home technology -like smart house technology- hasn’t been designed with the homeowner in mind and have instead been designed to be functional and work, with interior design as a second thought. Here’s to make sure your technology works with your interior design.

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Xbox Canada shows off unusual denim controller

Call it the Xbox Controller "Canadian Tuxedo" edition. Xbox Canada is showing off a quirky and unusual controller for its consoles that is wrapped in denim fabric and even comes with a belt loop and two diminuitive pockets. This is a one of a kind curiosity which appears to be functional and is designed to build some hype while having fun with localized gamers. It is unlikely that we'll see this controller in mass production although Xbox might give some of its favourite gamers and influencers these denim controllers. 

This isn't the first time Microsoft has opted for fabrics in its devices. The Surface line has long had plushy fabrics and even Alcantara which is a high-quality synthetic leather which didn't age well and absorbed grease and dirt. Will we see denim Surface Laptops in the future? It's Microsoft so, who really knows. But we can still enjoy a creative and unusual spin on the Xbox Controller.

Source: OnMSFT