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Willow Roberts

Willow Roberts

Computing Writer

Willow Roberts is a contributor at Digital Trends, specializing in computing topics. She has a particular interest in Apple products, as well as Windows PCs and emerging AI tech. She's been an enthusiastic Apple fan since she was old enough to save up for her first iPhone and is proud that she's never cracked a single screen.

In her spare time, Willow enjoys studying. She is fluent in Japanese after studying the language for ten years and is now beginning new studies in computer science and programming. As for writing, she's been doing that since she was a child, studying English Literature at university and pursuing a career in writing after graduation.

A photo of the Sensel Click Composer Software running on Windows 11

Microsoft cracks down on Windows 11 upgrade requirements

The latest Insider Build of Windows 11 has patched the "/product server" workaround that let old CPUs easily bypass the system requirements check.
Computing News
macOS Sequoia being introduced by Apple's Craig Federighi at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

You can finally try out Apple Intelligence on your Mac. Here’s how

The second macOS developer beta is out and it lets anyone try some of the new Apple Intelligence features.
Computing News
diy gaming laptop uses only dektop parts

This DIY gaming laptop does something completely unheard of

YouTuber Socket Science has managed to squeeze an entire desktop PC into a gaming laptop case -- and it actually works.
Computing News
Promotional image for Windows Phone Link showing a phone mirroring on a laptop screen.

Windows is getting its own version of AirDrop

A new feature is coming to Phone Link on Windows PCs: the ability to seamlessly share files with mobile devices running Android.
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Someone using Paint 3D on a tablet with a stylus.

Microsoft is axing this seven-year-old Windows app

According to a banner that's appeared in-app, Paint 3D won't be available in the Microsoft Store starting on November 4 of this year.
Computing News
Android 15 logo on a Google Pixel 8.

This rumored Android 15 feature could turn your tablets into PCs

Information has been circulating about a heavily improved Android desktop mode that allows you to use your tablet like a mini desktop PC.
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The Apple TV 4K standing vertically with the Apple logo showing from the front

The new Mac mini may be almost as small as the Apple TV

The latest Mac mini model is due before the end of the year and rumors suggest it's going to be a lot smaller than its predecessor.
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Microsoft HoloLens 2

Microsoft might be building its own Vision Pro rival

A new contract between Samsung Display and Microsoft for micro-OLED displays has people wondering if the company is planning a rival to the Vision Pro.
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 downward view showing keyboard and speaker.

Did Apple just hint that the M4 MacBook Pro isn’t coming in 2024?

Rumors of an M4 MacBook Pro launch before the end of 2024 have been around for a while, but Apple's earnings call may have just squashed them for good.
Computing News
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x front angled view showing display and keyboard.

Snapdragon X PCs may get even more enticing next year

Qualcomm has announced that its Snapdragon X chips will be coming to more affordable PCs next year, with prices as low as $700.
Computing News
Apple Vision Pro display model.

The Vision Pro 2 could gain this huge upgrade to visuals

The ultra-bright tandem OLED tech used in the latest iPad Pro has been shrunk down by LG and Samsung, and could be used in future Vision Pro models.
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The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max chip seen from behind.

Your M3 MacBook Pro can finally connect to two displays

After a five-month wait, the M3 MacBook Pro can finally connect to two external displays like the M3 MacBook Air.
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The keyboard of a ThinkPad laptop.

Lenovo says its new laptop can last an astounding 29 hours

Many of the new Snapdragon-powered PCs have claimed impressive battery life, but this one takes the cake.
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New Bing search engine.

Microsoft has a better take on AI search than Google

Bing has previewed its version of an AI-powered search engine -- and it looks pretty promising.
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special edition Keychron K2 HE keyboards.

Keychron continues to move away from mechanical switches

Mechanical keyboard brand Keychron is updating its most popular model with magnetic switches, making it perfect for high-precision gaming.
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NotchNook app for MacBooks.

This new app just fixed the MacBook notch, and I love it

If you like the Dynamic Island on the iPhone, you'll love this new app.
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A woman using a HP Chromebook laptop while sitting at a bright green table with a cup of coffee, all in front of a colorful background.

It’s time to add one more service to the Google graveyard

Google continues its not-so-new trend of killing services left, right, and center -- and this time it's the Google URL Shortener's turn.
Computing News
The Honor removable webcam being pulled out from the chassis.

This clever device fixes my biggest frustration with laptops

The new MagicBook Art 14 from Honor is just 1 cenitmeter thick and weighs only 1 kilogram -- oh, and it also has a removable webcam.
Computing News
Huawei Matebook X Pro

A new Windows alternative could launch on PCs later this year

Huawei has developed a new operating system to be used in its desktops and laptops, and it could launch later this year.
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Apple's Craig Federighi introducing the new window tiling feature in macOS Sequoia at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

The macOS Sequoia public beta just launched. Here’s how to download it

The public beta for macOS Sequoia is out now, and anyone can test it out.
Computing News
HP OmniBook Ultra.

Intel and AMD are back in the game

AMD and Intel are ready to join the Copilot+ lineup with the chips powering the new HP OmniBook Ultra and the new Asus ExpertBook P5.
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A wide-angle image inside the Sphere in Las Vegas showing how the visualization crawls up the sides and top of the venue.

We just found out how many GPUs are needed to power the Las Vegas Sphere

How many Nvidia GPUs does it take to power 1.2 million programmable LEDs and a 160,000 square-foot display? Quite a lot.
Computing News
The M3 MacBook Air in front of a window.

MacBooks are turning the tide for laptops

After a disappointing year in 2023, Apple MacBooks bounced back with a 20% increase in sales during Q2 of 2024.
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The Surface Laptop shown in front of a Copilot+ sign.

Copilot+ PCs are already selling well, but not because of AI

Well who'd have thought that people would care more about their laptop's battery than its ability to generate an image or some translated captions?
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Linglong foldable keyboard PC.

This foldable keyboard has a fascinating secret inside

Chinese company Linglong has revealed a new mini PC product -- and it's hidden inside a foldable keyboard.
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floppy disks.

Japan finally says goodbye to floppy disks

Japan announced this week that it has scrapped its use of floppy disks -- and only a couple of decades later than the rest of us!
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Phil Schiller standing on stage.

The fascinating way Microsoft and Apple are being forced to team up

New details about Apple's partnership with OpenAI reveal that Apple will be joining OpenAI's board meetings.
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The pink LG MyView smart monitor on a desk.

I just fell in love with this adorable pink monitor

LG just released a limited-edition pink version of its 27-inch MyView monitor -- and it's super cute.
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The macOS ChatGPT app with shortcut bar and dock showing.

ChatGPT for the Mac just went free

You no longer need a paid subscription to get your hands on the ChatGPT app for macOS.
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The keyboard and trackpad on the new Surface Laptop.

The new Surface Laptop whips the MacBook in this important test

Microsoft has finally ended its non-repairable reign of terror, and its new Surface devices have earned an impressive 8/10 from iFixit.
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The Surface Laptop shown in front of a Copilot+ sign.

Copilot+ PCs have a secret skill that’s hardly been talked about

The Copilot+ launch has been all about the AI hype, but it might the good old-fashioned performance that really makes these new laptops shine.
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macOS 15 features.

When will macOS sequoia come out? Here’s what we know so far

macOS Sequoia is the latest version of Mac software, and it's coming later this year to your Mac.
Computing Guides
Apple Vision Pro

The Vision Pro 2 may already be dead

Rumors are circulating that Apple is halting its work on the next iteration of the Vision Pro headset and instead focusing on a cheaper model.
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Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED 2024 rear view showing lid and pattern.

Asus responds to customer service failures with new promises

After YouTube channel Gamers Nexus conducted an independent investigation into Asus' customer service, the company has vowed to change it ways.
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