In this issue

In January we examine two of the top DNA testing services. We explain their differences and tell you which one might be better for your scenario. The issue features an exclusive first look at Creative Labs’ high-end SoundBlasterX AE-9; you have to hear it to believe it. We also have a hands-on o Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8cx reference laptop, a fresh attempt to be faster. Our lab tests will tell you how Snapdragon stacks up against Intel. If you’re in the market for a new phone, and at least considering an iPhone, find out how the iPhone XR compares to the best that Android has to offer. All this and much more can be found in the January issue of PCWorld.

Exclusive First Look: Creative Labs' High-end Sound Blasterx Ae-9 Breaks Cover

We get hands-on with Creative Labs’ newest audiophile sound card: The Sound BlasterX AE-9.

2 mins

Hands On: Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8CX Reference Laptop Is A Fresh Attempt To Be Faster

Qualcomm Snapdragon-powered PCs have struggled with performance. Demos suggest the 8cx could turn the tide.

3 mins

Meet Qualcomm's Snapdragon 855: AI Boosts, A Smarter Camera, And Mobile Gaming

Qualcomm’s making dozens of improvements to the Snapdragon 855, both large and small.

8 mins

Meet T-Rex: Nvidia's Titan RTX Is The New Graphics Card Mega-monster

But gamers should stick with the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti instead.

2 mins

How Fast Is 5G? This Speed Demo Gives Us An Idea

It’s unlikely you’ll see these same amazing speeds when 5G eventually rolls out, though you’ll hopefully see a dramatic speed boost, regardless.

3 mins

Intel Publishes Its First Modern Windows Driver For PCs, And There's No Going Back

Drivers will be provided by your PC or card maker, although some support apps will be published on the Microsoft Store, too.

3 mins

Microsoft Edge Embraces Opensource Chromium Code, Plans Move To Windows 7, 8, And Macs

This move holds major implications for the World Wide Web.

2 mins

The New Samsung A8s Could Be Our First Look At The Galaxy S10's Notchless ‘Hole-punch' Display

A hole for the camera but not one for your headphones.

2 mins

23 And Me Vs. Ancestrydna

What’s The Difference? It Depends On What You’re After.

3 mins

DNA Testing For Ancestry Is More Detailed For White People

Here’s why, and how it’s changing.

6 mins

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