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How to pick a PC case: Finding the perfect home for your motherboard

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Picking out all the components for your dream computer is one type of fun, but picking out the  best PC case  for your needs is another type of fun. You get to choose how your rig will look, how it will fit in with the rest of your decor, and how easy it will be to use. But, you can't choose just any case just because you like how it looks. There are some important considerations to take into account when choosing a PC case. Here's what you need to know when picking a PC case. 1. Consider your motherboard size Your first and most important consideration is whether or not the computer you want to build will even fit inside the case you're getting. Generally, this process will be somewhat simple. That's because case manufacturers are targeting very specific, standardized motherboard sizes.  Computer cases will list what motherboard sizes will fit from E-ATX all the way down to Mini-ITX. In general, a case that supports a larger motherboard size will also

iPhone 12 might have a startlingly high-spec rear camera, in very un-Apple move

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The  iPhone 11  has a 12MP main camera. The  iPhone XS  has a 12MP main camera. The  iPhone X  has a 12MP main camera. See a pattern here? Well, that pattern might be broken in 2020, as it sounds like the upcoming  iPhone 12  might have a whopping 64MP primary snapper. This news comes from YouTube channel  EverythingApplePro , but the information is from  Max Weinbach , a prolific leaker. We're doubtful of the leak, for reasons we'll get into, but Weinbach has an impressive track record, so it could be true. According to the leak, the iPhone 12 range will have the Sony IMX 686 sensor for the main camera, which is a 64MP sensor that's also used in the  Oppo Reno 3  and  Redmi K30 . This is the main takeaway from the leak, but there's actually more. Apparently, the phone will also support the impressive iPhone night mode not just from the main snapper but from its ultra-wide and telephoto snappers too. In addition, the ultra-wide snapper will facilitate a m

New leaked iPhone 12 camera could bring big upgrades to portrait mode

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Your next iPhone may come with a new and improved Portrait mode as well as augmented reality features, thanks to a new piece of camera tech that Apple is rumored to be developing. Fast Company  has received confirmation from a source close to the development of the  iPhone 12  range that says at least one model will have a 3D depth camera on the rear. This seems to be similar to tech we've seen on Android devices previously, but it's the first time we will have seen it on the rear of an iPhone. The report says it will be a combination of a laser emitter, a receiving sensor, and corresponding software to create a three-dimensional depth map of objects in front of it. That may allow for far better Portait mode results as the camera can better understand the distance of its target and therefore improve the bokeh effect around them. It's thought this feature will be used primarily to make improvements to the Portrait mode, but it should also be useful for augme

Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus review

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Recommended OUR VERDICT The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus is a nearly-perfect smartphone that connects to more 5G networks and has better cameras than ever, though you’ll be paying for the privilege, as this is the priciest Plus smartphone yet. If you don’t mind ho-hum design, the phone handles anything you throw at it, and should last you years - especially assuming 5G networks stay compatible with the S20 Plus as they build out. FOR Powerful yet sleek Much-improved zoom More 5G connectivity AGAINST Ever-higher price Improvements are mostly iterative No more 3.5mm headphone jack Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus deals US$963.43 VIEW US$963.43 VIEW US$968 VIEW US$1,199.99 VIEW SHOW MORE DEALS Two-minute review The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus is the most impressive ‘middle child’ handset we’ve ever tested – and