Category Archives: devices

Windows 10 V1709: Lenovo notebook compatibility list

[German]For owners of a Lenovo notebook it may be useful to know, if the device is compatible with Windows 10 Version 1709 (Fall Creators Update).

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Firmware-Update for Surface Book and Surface Pro 4

[German]Microsoft has released Firmware Updates for Surface Book and Surface Pro 4 on October 11, 2017. These update shall improve stability and reliability of cameras and device..

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Will Microsoft axes the Surfaces product line soon?

[German]Microsoft axes its Surface product line, similar to Windows Phone, Microsoft Band or the Groove service, sooner or later? A bunch of PC execs and Canalys CEO say that.

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Firmware-Update for Surface Pro

Microsoft has released a Firmware update for Surface Pro that contains new WiFi and Bluetooth drivers for this device.

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HP Elite x3 – end of life?

[German]Hewlett Packard is still selling the HP Elite x3, a Windows 10 based higher end smartphone. But it seems this product is a kind of 'lame duck' or 'dead horse', because it has reached end of life – just one … Continue reading

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Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution

[Sponsored Post]In the rapidly evolving IT world, choosing the right remote desktop software is critical for organizations that value security, ease of use and reliability. One provider of secure remote access that has been on the market since 2001 is ISL Online, which presents some considerations for choosing such software below. More ...


Security: Firmware update for D-Link DIR-850L router

[German]A few days ago, security researchers reported serious vulnerabilities in the D-Link DIR-850L router. Now D-Link has provided firmware updates to close the vulnerabilities.

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Surface Pro 3: Boot issues with Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 16288/16362

[German]A short warning to owners of Surface Pro 3 who participate in the Windows 10 Insider Preview program. The last insider preview build prevents the device from booting. 

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Firmware Update blocks again non HP Printer Cartridges

[German]Printer manufacturer Hewlett Packard has released a (new?) firmware update (September 13, 2017) for its Officejet models. After installation, the devices will no longer accept non HP ink cartridges. Here is some information about how to fix this.

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Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Firmware update

Microsoft released another firmware update (and updated drivers) for Surface Pro 4. Till now, no details, what's in this update, has been released from Microsoft.

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Using Kyocera FS-1041 under macOS 10.12 Sierra

[German]Today a short information for Mac users. How to use a Kyocera FS-1041 laser printer in macOS Sierra 10.12. The Kyocera website doesn't provides a driver for macOS Sierra.

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