Computer Shopper is the essential monthly magazine that allows you to stay abreast of the latest news and releases in the world of technology. With more reviews, hands-on guides and features than any other tech monthly, you’ll be better informed by reading Computer Shopper.
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In the next issue
Bio tapestry of lies • A new biography could finally bring Mel Croucher the recognition he deserves. But will it mention his ability to roller-skate and play the accordion at the same time?
They’re all ears • Smart speakers and voice assistants can now listen out for people having a heart attack. Kay Ewbank wonders if their listening skills have gone too far
RANTS & RAVES • In these days of instant gratification, patience is an underrated virtue. Although we’re fast running out of it when it comes to Twitter
NEED TO KNOW • The biggest stories from the tech world, and what they mean for you
FROM THE LAB
SOUND BYTES
Intel 10-nanometre CPUs • What’s next for Intel processors?
AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
PC SPECIALIST Inferno R1
ACER Aspire C 24
ASUS ROG Strix Scar III
HP Spectre Folio
RAZER Blade 15 (2019)
AMD Radeon RX 5700
MSI MPG Gungnir 100
MINIX Neo Storage
TP-LINK Kasa Cam KC200
CANON Zoemini
CREATIVE SXFI Air
POLK Audio Command Bar
AMAZON Echo Show 5
SAMSUNG QE55Q80R
SONY A6400
ONEPLUS 7
VODAFONE Smart V10
SONY Xperia 1
SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch Active
BEST BUYS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL & COLLEGE • If you want the best results then it helps to have the technology! Here are eight products that should be on every student’s shopping list
Choosing a… PC system
Choosing a… Laptop
Choosing a… NAS device
Choosing a… Graphics card
Choosing a… Custom PC spec
Choosing a… Display
Choosing a… Laser printer
Choosing a… Wireless router
Choosing a… Smart thermostat
Choosing a… Smartphone
Choosing a… Tablet
Choosing a… TV
Choosing a… Bluetooth speaker
Choosing a… Media streamer
Choosing a… Digital camera
Choosing a… Wearable
Free software guide • It’s easy to access your free software. Just go to www.shopperdownload.co.uk/380 and register with the code from the card insert. Please be aware that you need to have bought the ‘Free Software Edition’ and not the ‘£4.50 Edition’ to access the downloads
Resources
TAKE CONTROL Mice and keyboards • Don’t subject your hands to the plasticky peripherals that come bundled with PCs or can be bought off the shelf of a supermarket. Get more comfortable and personalise your desk space with our guide to the best mice and keyboards
THE BEST PERIPHERALS
ASUS ROG Gladius
ASUS TUF Gaming M5
CONTOUR Unimouse
COOLER MASTER MM830
MICROSOFT Classic Intellimouse
RAPOO MT550
SENGU SG-MU1055-N
ASUS ROG Strix Flare
ASUS TUF Gaming K7
COOLER MASTER SK650
RASPBERRY PI Keyboard
RAZER BlackWidow Lite
ROCCAT Vulcan 120 Aimo
THERMALTAKE X1 RGB
How we test • Find out how well products perform with the help of Computer Shopper’s comprehensive tests
RECLAIM YOUR ONLINE PRIVACY • Threats to your privacy are coming thick and fast from multiple sources. David Ludlow outlines the ways that you can reclaim your privacy and take back control of your data
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