Google is testing a new AI-powered Gemini side panel within Google Calendar that lets users quickly and conversationally check their schedule, create an event, and look up event details. The feature is available as part of the tech giants early access testing program, Google Workspace Labs.You can access Gemini by clicking the Ask Gemini icon at the top right of your Google Calendar window. You can then select a suggested prompt or write your own. For instance, Gemini may suggest that you Add a lunch event or Find the next meeting that you have with someone. If you want more suggestions, you can select the More suggestions option.Image Credits:GoogleYou could also just write your own prompts, such as When is my next meeting with Emily,? How many meetings do I have on Monday?, or Add a weekly workout every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 6 AM.The idea behind the feature is to get rid of the need to manually search or add things to your calendar by leveraging Geminis conversational abilities to get things done faster. Google Calendar is the latest Workspace app to get a Gemini side panel, as its already available in Gmail, Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Chat.Its unknown when the panel will roll out to more users.

Breakdown & ShowreelsKraven the Hunter: VFX Breakdown by Image EngineBy Vincent Frei - 07/03/2025 From intense action sequences to seamless digital doubles, Image Engine delivers really cool VFX in Kraven the Hunter. Their most formidable challenge? Bringing the iconic villain Rhino to life with stunning realism and intricate detail!WANT TO KNOW MORE?Image Engine: Dedicated page about Kraven the Hunter on Image Engine website. Vincent Frei The Art of VFX 2025

Some Los Angeles Apartments by Ed Ruscha is among the lauded artists finest works. The 1965 book was published at a time when the photographer was enthralled with quotidian things like parking lots, gas stations, and throwing typewriters out of moving cars to see what happens next. Many of the deadpan photographs in Some Los Angeles Apartmentsare of midcentury multifamily residential buildings, charming art deco motifs, and other architectural elements that stand out in a city known for its sprawling, rather monotonous single-family milieu.Small Lots, Big Impact, a new architecture competition hosted by the City of Los Angeles, LA4LA, and cityLAB-UCLA could yield more new buildings like the ones Ruscha celebrated, helping plug a stifling housing crisis recent wildfires have only made more pronounced. The competetion is helmed by Dana Cuff, director of cityLAB and professor of architecture at UCLA.A GIS map by cityLAB showing the distribution of underutilized residential lots. (Courtesy cityLAB)Small Lots, Big Impactwill be broken up into two phases. The first challenges designers, architects, and students to propose new affordable homeownership models on any number of the citys small, forgotten lots. Jurors officiating phase one will look for staples like livability, cross-ventilation, efficiency, fire safety, and so forth, but also form, light access, and sense of identity.The second phase, through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ), will award small, underutilized parcels in Los Angeles to development teams. Cuff told AN that, out of the citys plethora of vacant lots, between six and 12 sites will be activated with new housing after the competition is over.Jonathan Tate, an architect with a portfolio of multifamily housing projects, is among the jurors. Other jurors will be critic Christopher Hawthorne, architect Hilary Sample, Los Angeles city planner Kevin Keller, planning professor Maurice Cox, and Related Californias Phoebe Yee. The winning development teams will get the chance to build the housing prototypes they ideated in the first phase. Competition officials added that the initiative will be open source, meaning they encourage participants to share development lessons, design approaches, policy know-how, and strategies for bringing these ideas to life.Gentle DensitycityLAB, under Dana Cuffs tutelage, wrote the policy which enables Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) to get built in Los Angeles, a city where 75 percent of land is zoned for single-family. This means that architects can now build two units on a site previously slotted for just one.L.A. approved ADUs in 2019. Cuff said that, for this new competition, architects can find inspiration in the citys past to help fill its myriad gaps. In some ways, the new types of housing were looking for dont have to be very different from the pre-war period, Cuff told AN. Its just that, we havent been building anything like what Irving Gill used to in the interim.Apartments at 462 South Cochran Avenue designed by Milton J. Black (Marvin Rand/Wikimedia Commons/Public Domain)Cuff added that there once was a time when the economy incentivized multiple compact units to get built on single family sites, namely before World War II. These are the tract houses that are typically between 700 and 900 square feet. But the baby boom, auto industry, and other factors threw a wrench in this equation, changing the citys urban fabric in turn. Los Angeles kept expanding outward, outward, and outward, creating sprawl that kept producing small, affordable homes. These homes got further and further form the center, so commutes became longer, Cuff elaborated. This resulted in lots of single family houses on pretty big sites. This kept going until the 1970s, when Rayner Banham wrote Four Ecologies. It was up until that point we were still mistakenly thinking about the city without thinking about the environment, and the finitude of resources.Having an 800-square-foot apartment those days didnt seem small, especially if you had lots of glazing, balconies, and outdoor space, Cuff said. But since then, houses and apartments ballooned. Now, we either pack apartments onto a site, or we make luxury apartments that nobody can afford. The same goes for single-family houses.Landfair Apartments by Richard Neutra in Westwood (City of Los Angeles/Wikimedia Commons/CC BY-SA 3.0)For Cuff, Small Lots, Big Impact is as much about generating good architectural form as well as challenging real estate developers to get creative and generate new ownership models, changing the status quo. A lot of this has to do with changing development culture, Cuff noted. She said this can happen by exploring concepts like gentle density, and staying power, which encourages multi-generational living inside good, compact housing. cityLABs methodology has been rigorous. The team conducted lengthy zoning research and land use analysis to inform the competition brief. While the competition is hyper-focused on Los Angeles, Cuff said she hopes architects from all over submit.We really welcome people from all over the country contributing, Cuff continued, because the best ideas may be ones that are coming from outside our city.Submissions for phase one are due April 20, and winners will be announced May 12. Stage two will run between May and July.Questions should be directed to: [emailprotected].

Aquor Water Systems introduced an innovative, flush-mount House Hydrant to the market in 2017 through a successful Kickstarter campaign. Eight years later, the company is expanding into the lawn and garden space with another Kickstarter launch. A sleek Hose Reel and Utility Spray Nozzle will help complete the outdoor water system, making water access and use a seamless experience for homeowners and trade professionals alike.(Courtesy Aquor)BackgroundAquors marine-grade stainless steel outdoor faucets use a quick-connect system, so users can easily access water with a swift push and twist. The hydrants automatically drain and winterize upon disconnectionhomeowners dont have to worry about foam covers and purging water lines. Stainless steel is incredibly durable, and its seven times more frost-resistant than brass, a common spigot material.The flush hydrants are aesthetically pleasing, blending in with siding and mitigating snagging hazards. Several finish options are available to match a variety of housing styles.(Courtesy Aquor)Aquor also offers valves for yards, adventure vehicles, and marine use. The Ground Hydrant is installed into the earth so water access is possible throughout larger properties. Lawn mowers can drive right over them! The RV City Water Inlet can be used as both an inlet and an outlet for water on the road. Need to clean off a dock or boat? Aquor provides a Deckwash for marine applications, ideal for tight spaces. After introducing a residential Hot+Cold Hydrant as well as a Mixing Valve for vehicles and boats, Aquor started to focus on completing the water access experience. Expanding into Lawn and GardenBy prioritizing modern design and effortless functionality, Aquor set a new standard for outdoor water access. Now, the company is taking innovation beyond the walls of the home and into the garden with a second Kickstarter campaign.(Courtesy Aquor)Aquors new Hose Reel provides a compact, tidy method to store the included hose, while the sleek Utility Spray Nozzle offers a convenient jet-to-cone streamperfect for a variety of outdoor cleaning and watering tasks. Car washes, dog baths, project cleanups, and gardening can all be completed in style and with ease.(Courtesy Aquor)Tell Me MoreAquors retractable Hose Reel neatly stores 80 feet of hose when not in use. It features a convenient automatic rewind system, a locking mechanism, and stainless fittings. Move the reel around the yard with additional mounts to ensure proper hydration. No tangled hoses or bulky carts! The reel is currently available in Stone and Charcoal finishes. (Courtesy Aquor)The Utility Spray Nozzles adjustable stream makes this accessory versatile; dual-adjustable dials allow you to customize water flow and spray patterns, while the design boasts a sleek silhouette. The swivel base and ergonomic grip, paired with a locking trigger, ensure maximum comfort by reducing fatigue. Use the nozzle with Aquors Hose Reel, Ultralight Garden Hoses, Coil Hoses, or any standard garden hose.(Courtesy Aquor)Kickstarter MaterialAquor, a company driven by innovation, saw launching another Kickstarter campaign as the perfect opportunity to foster a supportive community while advancing the next phase of growth. There are a variety of product bundles available for purchase in addition to the reel and nozzle, so backers can customize their product selection. After the campaign runs its course, all of these items will be available on Aquors website. (Courtesy Aquor)A Greener FutureThe Aquor team continually strives to improve the way we all interact with water beyond the home. As more homeowners and architects seek sustainable, design-forward solutions for outdoor spaces, Aquors latest venture paves the way for the future of water efficiencya future that seamlessly blends style with convenience.

A universities competition is being held for large-scale Peace-Infrastructure art installations at Bethel Woods the site of Woodstock festival in 1969 (Deadline: 21 April)Academics, researchers and students are invited to submit proposals for creative timber art installations that promote peace and could be constructed on the 15ha rural site in New York state that hosted the original 1969 Woodstock Music & Art Fair.The call for concepts is part of BuildFest 2 the fourth year of the Bethel Woods Art & Architecture Festival. The winning concepts will be constructed on the site during a five-day live-work festival featuring self-build workshops, concerts, lectures and pop-ups.Rise, Repeat by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Image by Breyden AndersonCredit:Image by Breyden AndersonAccording to the brief: Bethel Woods Art and Architecture Festival 2025: BuildFest 2, Peace Rises invites university faculty in design, or a related field, to propose ideas for interactive wooden art installations to be built on the historic grounds of the 1969 Woodstock Festival.BuildFest 2: Peace Rises looks to explore how emerging technologies can be embraced convivially, serving human connection and ecological balance. It is an opportunity to question and reimagine a future where technology, like Prometheus fire, can be wielded for the collective good mindful of both its power to spread peace and its potential to harm.Bethel Woods Center for the Arts opened in 2006 on the site of the former 1969 Woodstock Music & Art Fair. Designed by DLR Group the $2 million complex includes an outdoor amphitheatre, museum and camping areas.The Bethel Woods Art & Architecture Festival explores the legacy of the original festival, which featured leading musicians such as Janis Joplin, Santana and Jimi Hendrix alongside large-scale participatory artworks.Nine winning concepts due to be announced on 12 May will be constructed in the Best Road Camping area near to where Hendrix stayed before performing at the festival in September. Proposals must engage with the festival theme, and the historic site while also demonstrating competency, feasibility, and durability.Last years winners included Curtain Call by Auburn University and Syracuse University; Timberlyn by Princeton University; MycoShell by Cornell University; Rise, Repeat by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; The Pen by Rochester Institute of Technology; Blocks by Kean University and Spring/Summer 24 by Arizona State University.This years winning teams will be invited to form self-organising teams of between eight and 12 people including students and faculty members who can participate in the self-build festival workshops.Six small-scale proposals such as seating or bars will each receive a $1,000 award while two medium-scale proposals such as small stages, shade structures or gateways will meanwhile receive a $3,000 award. A single $6,000 award will be granted to one larger scale pavilion proposal.The organisers will supply tools and three meals a day along with glamping tents, beds, sheets, blankets and pillows. Up to $500 in travel costs is also available for each team. Submissions should include a 250-word project statement, conceptual imagery, a project timeline and team biographies.How to applyDeadline: 21 AprilCompetition funding source: Think Wood, a program funded by the Softwood Lumber BoardProject funding source: Bethel Woods Center for the ArtsOwner of site(s): Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 200 Hurd Road, Bethel, NY 12720Contact details: BuildFest@BethelWoodsCenter.orgVisit the competition website for more information

Constructed in 1912, Temple Court at15 Lynde Streetwas erected on the site of two earlier buildings during a period of great population growth in Salem. The parcels here were acquired byAroline C. Gove (1857-1939), a prominent local property-owner and developer between 1908 and 1911. Ms. Gove was a prominent Salem citizen and daughter of notable inventor and businesswomanLydia Pinkham. With a business-oriented mindset like her mother, Aroline hired architectHarry Prescott Graves of Lowellto furnish plans for an apartment building on this site. Completed in 1912, the apartment building,known as Temple Court, included 36 units with two-, three-, and four-room suites with a live-in janitor. The building is unique for Salem as a courtyard style building, more common in Boston and Brookline. The buildings large mass is broken up by its setback with the U-shaped form and central landscaped courtyard, series of projecting octagonal bays, and multiple entrances. Temple Court was converted to condominiums in the 1980s.

Bathers At Kgari (2024), oil on canvas, 100 x 120 centimeters. All images courtesy of David Surman and Rebecca Hossack Art Gallery, shared with permissionDavid Surmans Gestural Paintings Question How We Understand Animal EmotionMarch 7, 2025ArtGrace EbertNow based in London, David Surman was raised in a small coastal village in southwest England. The bucolic scenery and access to animals left an indelible impact on the artist, who plumbs his memory and draws on a vast array of art historical references in his paintings.Surmans most recent body of work is on view in his solo exhibition at Rebecca Hassock Art Gallery. In comparison to previous collections, After the Flood is less abstract but similarly gestural, as sweeping brushstrokes delineate a bulls sinewed musculature or the curled mane of a bashful horse.Clarion Call (2024), oil on canvas, 120 x 100 centimetersInterested in the ways we project our experiences and ideologies onto the natural world, Surman renders recognizable subjects in a manner that reflects our tendency to ascribe human emotion and feeling to other species. I like painting animals because they short-circuit peoples interpretive routines and get them looking at paint without the self-consciousness they might bring to abstract painting, he said in a 2023 interview, adding: The creatures that I paint are caught up in our human problem, which is the separation from the world caused by consciousness. The way in which my animals look at the viewer deliberately sets up a feeling of intensity, perhaps troubled engagement, a kind of accusation or affection. But in every case, the creature possesses a trace or residue of conscious agency.In Old Stew Head, for example, viewers encounter a deeply troubled fox grasping a limp fish in its jaws. The dog in Bathers At Kgari is similarly anxious as it carries a young pup under a bright blue sky.After the Flood continues in London through March 29. Find more from the artist on his website and Instagram.Old Stew Head (2025), oil on canvas, 60 x 50 centimetersIcarus And Daedalus (2024), oil on canvas, 120 x 100 centimetersKelpie Of Loch Ailort (2024), oil on canvas, 60 x 50 centimetersThe Explorers (2025), oil on canvas, 100 x 120 centimetersLeo The Lion (Art For Arts Sake) (2025), oil on canvas, 120 x 100 centimetersOstracon (2025), oil on canvas, 160 x 140 centimetersA Frog In An Endless Pond (2024), oil on canvas, 60 x 50 centimetersNext article

kittikorn Ph. - stock.adobe.comNewsLatest Alibaba AI model demos AI improvementsThe latest model from Chinese public cloud provider Alibaba shows how reinforced learning is driving AI efficiencyByCliff Saran,Managing EditorPublished: 07 Mar 2025 15:42 Just two months after the tech world was upended by the DeepSeek-R1 AI model, Alibaba Cloud has introduced QwQ-32B, an open source large language model (LLM).The Chinese cloud giant describes the new model as a compact reasoning model which uses only 32 billion parameters, yet is capable of delivering performance comparable to other large language AI models that use larger numbers of parameters.On its website, Alibaba Cloud published performance benchmarks which suggest that the new model is comparable to AI models from DeepSeek and OpenAI. These benchmarks include AIME 24 (mathematical reasoning), Live CodeBench (coding proficiency), LiveBench (test set contamination and objective evaluation), IFEval (instruction-following ability), and BFCL (tool and function-calling capabilities).By using continuous reinforced learning (RL) scaling, Alibaba claimed the QwQ-32B model demonstrates significant improvements in mathematical reasoning and coding proficiency.In a blog post, the company said QwQ-32B, which uses 32 billion parameters, achieves performance comparable to DeepSeek-R1, which uses 671 billion parameters. Alibaba said that this shows the effectiveness of RL when applied to robust foundation models pretrained on extensive world knowledge.We have integrated agent-related capabilities into the reasoning model, enabling it to think critically while utilising tools and adapting its reasoning based on environmental feedback, Alibaba said in the blog post.Alibaba said QwQ-32B demonstrates the effectiveness of using reinforcement learning (RL) to enhance reasoning capabilities. With this approach to AI training, a reinforcement learning AI agent is able to perceive and interpret its environment, as well as take actions and learn through trial and error. Reinforcement learning is one of several approaches developers use to train machine learning systems. Alibaba used RL to make its model more efficient.We have not only witnessed the immense potential of scaled RL, but also recognised the untapped possibilities within pretrained language models, Alibaba said. As we work towards developing the next generation of Qwen, we are confident that combining stronger foundation models with RL powered by scaled computational resources will propel us closer to achieving Artificial General Intelligence [AGI].Alibaba said it is actively exploring the integration of agents with RL to enable what it describes as long-horizon reasoning which, according to Alibaba, will eventually lead to greater intelligence with inference time scaling.The QwQ-32B model was trained using rewards from a general reward model and rule-based verifiers, enhancing its general capabilities. According to Alibaba, these include better instruction-following, alignment with human preferences and improved agent performance.Chinas DeepSeek, which has been generally available since the start of the year, demonstrates the effectiveness of RL in its ability to deliver comparable benchmark results compared to rival US large language models. Its R1 LLM can rival US artificial intelligence without the need to resort to the latest GPU hardware.The fact that Alibabas QwQ-32B model also uses RL is no coincidence. The US has banned the export of high-end AI accelerator chips such as the Nvidia H100 graphics processor to China, which means Chinese AI developers have had to look at alternative approaches to making their models work. Using RL does appear to deliver comparable benchmark results compared with what models like those from OpenAI are able to achieve.What is interesting about the QwQ-32B model is that it uses significantly fewer parameters to achieve similar results to DeepSeek, which effectively means that it should be able to run on less powerful AI acceleration hardware.Read more about reinforced learningAi2's new model more open than DeepSeek: The AI research lab released Tlu 3 in November. The new 405B version was trained using reinforcement learning from verifiable rewards and was technically challenging to create.Deep learning model personalises adaptive therapy for prostate cancer: A deep reinforcement learning model designed to tailor adaptive treatment schedules could double the time to progression for prostate cancer patients.In The Current Issue:DeepSeek-R1: Budgeting challenges for on-premise deploymentsInterview: Why Samsung put a UK startup centre stageDownload Current IssueSUSE Edge for Telco 3.2 dials into disaggregated network architectures Open Source InsiderCan the government's new digital broom sweep the civil service clean of its resistance to change? Computer Weekly Editors BlogView All Blogs

ZDNET's key takeaways The Asus Zenbook A14 will be available in late February, 2025. Asus' new ultraportable is a fantastic balance of innovation and value with a brilliant OLED display, competitive hardware, and a satisfying physical form. While its use case is clearly defined, the laptop has its limits when it comes to high-end performance. more buying choices When Asus officially announced the Zenbook A14 at CES this year, I wasn't the only one to be low-key enamored with it. It's a great laptop in its own right, but it stands out as a successful balancing act between performance and affordability while hitting all the right notes that consumers care about.Made of Asus' proprietary ceraluminum material, the Zenbook A14 almost feels like a prototype model that's empty inside, as it's exceedingly light at just 2.1 pounds (for reference, the 13-inch MacBook Air is 2.7 pounds). When you set it down, the device opens easily with the lift of a single finger, revealing the brilliant OLED display.Also: I tested Asus' dual-screen laptop, and it sparked my creativity in the best wayAsus committed to a neutral-forward aesthetic with the A14. The brand messaging features muted tones and quiet, sophisticated imagery punctuated by natural motifs, and, overall, it works to form a cohesive identity. details View at Best Buy This aesthetic highlights Asus' determination to deliver a cohesive brand message while balancing innovation and cost. For example, the display on the Zenbook A14 looks good right out of the box. It's bright, crisp, and efficient. But closer inspection reveals that it's not as premium a display as you'd find on, say, Asus' ProArt P16.The display is framed by plastic bezels carefully designed not to look cheap, but again this isn't the ProArt. Additionally, the panel over the FHD display has some slight warping that can give a funhouse mirror effect when you catch your reflection on the glossy surface. Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETOnce the display is turned on, however, whatever jumpscare you just saw is quickly forgotten, as it delivers a brilliant image: contrast is crisp, colors are vivid, and it's bright, at 600 nits and a full HD+ (1920 x 1200) resolution that pairs well with the speedy performance.Also: I tried Asus' dual-screen laptop, and it revitalized my workflow in the best waySpeaking of performance, let's discuss the tech that powers this device. Asus again focused on balance, pairing the base-level Qualcomm Snapdragon X processor with the 32GB RAM configuration and the slightly faster Snapdragon X Plus with the lower-end, 16GB RAM configuration.This balancing act results in a slightly unintuitive pricing structure: the laptop with the higher-end processor is cheaper ($899) as it comes with half the memory (which is what you're really paying for). The version with more RAM and the lower-end Snapdragon X processor starts at $1,099.The difference between the two processors is ultimately not that massive, both are eight-core chips, but the Snapdragon X chip is limited to 3.0 GHz clock speed, putting a performance cap on this laptop.That cap is fine because this device isn't made to tackle intensive workloads. It's for the modern professional who lives in the cloud, works remotely, and values a nice display.Also: This mechanical keyboard I tested works just as well for work as it does for playThat being said, the performance is solid. It's a fast laptop: it boots quickly, loads apps swiftly, and navigates the web without lag. It runs silent and cool, generating almost no heat -- even with the slim form factor.In our benchmarking tests, Qualcomm's Snapdragon X processor performed better than I expected against more premium devices with Intel's Core Ultra 7 "Lunar Lake" chip, particularly in its higher-end sibling, the Zenbook S14, and Dell's XPS 13 in multi-core performance. The processor even surpassed the latter in single-core performance.Comparing this laptop's numbers to HP's OmniBook X with the Snapdragon X Elite, for example, suggests the device is outclassed at the higher end of performance but is highly optimized for everyday tasks and able to deliver a faster, more efficient experience in those use cases.Cinebench 24 MCGeekbench 6.2.2 SCGeekbench 6.2.2 MCZenbook A14 (Snapdragon X)541213310624Zenbook S 14 (Intel Lunar Lake)481274811050Dell XPS 13 (Intel Lunar Lake)552274311005HP Omnibook X (Snapdragon X Elite)470232613160The laptop's strong performance is allied to an enjoyable physical form factor. The keyboard is fantastic -- it's one of the most comfortable laptop keyboards I've used. I make this claim without exaggeration and note its success isn't due to anything particularly expensive or high-end. Asus just hit the mark when balancing design and cost.Also: This 13-inch Dell laptop lives rent-free in my head for its brilliant display and batteryThe keys are smooth and matte, with a slick texture that borders on ASMR. I also love how the laptop's ceramic body is fingerprint-resistant and easy to clean, even when splashed in the kitchen or coffee shop.For remote or hybrid workers who move from place to place, the laptop also features the right number of ports (an HDMI, two USB-Cs, and one USB-A) to handle whatever accessories you carry in tow or to charge the battery. I'm (sort of) kidding, but that leads me to my last point. Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETHands down, the best part of this laptop is the outstanding battery life. Asus advertises up to 32 hours on a single charge. Although that's the top end of the estimation, it's not far off from what you can expect with everyday use. During my testing, a day's work in the office didn't take me down past 50%.The Snapdragon X processor reduces power consumption to a trickle when it's not in use. If you do need juice, the A14 charges quickly, reaching close to 75% after just an hour of charging. This capability translates to a laptop that can last a couple of days' work on one charge, even if that includes multiple video calls.Also: I tested Asus' 27-inch TV-monitor hybrid for two weeks - and can't stop thinking about itI'll also mention a few of the drawbacks of this laptop (but there aren't many). The first is that the Qualcomm Adreno GPU on this system is not designed for high-end gaming. Sure, it can certainly handle casual games. But this isn't a device made for the latest FPS.Also, the display, while it looks great, is still capped at a 60Hz refresh rate, which keeps the battery (and price point) low but further limits any aspirations of high-end gaming. Ultimately, while the Zenbook A14 is competitively priced, this is not a $1,500 laptop.ZDNET's buying adviceThe Zenbook A14 has a coherent identity: it's a lightweight, aesthetic machine for the modern professional, effortlessly mobile in both form factor and battery life, but trades some raw power for all that endurance. That being said, the Snapdragon X processor punches well above its weight and competes handily with chips that are, on paper, more powerful.Because of its cohesive identity, how well it balances innovation and value, and the hardware performance, the Zenbook A14 is one of the best laptops I've reviewed in the past year and one I'd strongly recommend as long as its strengths align with your needs.To top it all off, the starting price of $899 is very competitive -- potentially even disruptive -- if Asus succeeds in selling this laptop's brand story in a way that positions it as an alternative to other ultraportable, such as Apple's MacBook Air.Featured reviews

Almost half of people polled by McAfee say they or someone they know has received a text or phone call from a scammer pretending to be from the IRS or a state tax agency.