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Top 25 Computer Trends in August

From Laptop Locking Stations to Rapid Data Access Drives

— September 1, 2018 — Tech
The top August 2018 computer ideas share a number of innovations focused on size, speed and the utmost comfort for avid computer users.

For the dedicated gamer, there are keyboards that have the ability to register simultaneous keystrokes and low-cost models that offer a wealth of impressive features at an affordable price range.

On the topic of security, some brands are opting to introduce tangible security keys as a means of preventing the theft of a physical device, as well as adding an extra layer of cybersecurity for personal or professional computer use.

While the latest pocket-sized laptops and portable mobile accessories are now being introduced for students preparing to return to school, there are also bed-friendly computer workstations and chairs that support work or browsing from a comfortable reclining position.
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Rapid Data Access Drives
Rapid Data Access Drives
The Seagate BarraCuda SATA III SSD Boasts Ultra-Fast Reading and Writing
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Rip-Roaring SSD Modules
Rip-Roaring SSD Modules
The 'XG6' Drive Promises Lightning-Fast Speeds and Increased File Storage
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23
Machine Translation Grammar Tools
Machine Translation Grammar Tools
Google's AI Grammar Checker Claims to Be Incredibly Accurate
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22
Laptop Locking Stations
Laptop Locking Stations
Kensington Protects Laptops with Encrypted Digital Locking Technology
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21
Flagship Metal-Encased Laptops
Flagship Metal-Encased Laptops
The Xiaomi Mi Laptop Air is Cost-Effective and Powerful
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20
Time-Monitoring App Tools
Time-Monitoring App Tools
Instagram and Facebook's Activity Dashboard Breaks Down Time Consumption
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19
Pocket-Sized Laptop GPUs
Pocket-Sized Laptop GPUs
The 'eX Core' Portable GPU Turns Laptops in Impressive Gaming Rigs
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18
Speedy Productivity Hybrid Tablets
Speedy Productivity Hybrid Tablets
The Lenovo Miix 630 Tablet Offers 20 Hours of Battery Life
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17
Aftermarket Charger-Expanding Devices
Aftermarket Charger-Expanding Devices
The Monitormate M2 Cube Expands Laptop Charging Capabilities
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16
Ultra-Fast Hexa-Core Laptops
Ultra-Fast Hexa-Core Laptops
The 2018 MacBook Pro Laptops are Packed with Up to 4TB of Storage
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15
Tangible Computer Security Keys
Tangible Computer Security Keys
The Titan Security Key Gives Users an Extra Layer Of Cybersecurity
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14
External Laptop Graphics Towers
External Laptop Graphics Towers
The Blackmagic eGPU Turns the MacBook Pro into a True Powerhouse
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13
Keystroke-Crunching Gaming Keyboards
Keystroke-Crunching Gaming Keyboards
The 'Sharkoon' Keyboard Can Register Simultaneous Commands
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12
Elegant Convertible Tablet Laptops
Elegant Convertible Tablet Laptops
The Microsoft Surface Go is Compact and Priced at $399
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11
Enterprise-Ready Mini PCs
Enterprise-Ready Mini PCs
The HP Z2 Mini PC Can be Used Individually or Grouped Together
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10
Futuristic Underwater Camera Drones
Futuristic Underwater Camera Drones
This Drone Can Capture 4K Video at Depths of 1,000 Meters
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9
Unorthodox Ergonomic PC Mouses
Unorthodox Ergonomic PC Mouses
The RollerMouse Red Ergonomic Mouse Enables Precision Control
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8
Workstation Physiotherapy Equipment
Workstation Physiotherapy Equipment
'Kyor' Relieves the Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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7
Low-Cost Gaming Laptops
Low-Cost Gaming Laptops
The MSI GV62 8RD-200 is Packed with Advanced Specs and More
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6
Speedy Pocket-Sized Laptops
Speedy Pocket-Sized Laptops
The GPD Pocket 2 Packs Impressive Specs in a Compact Device
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5
Modular Interchangeable Gaming Mouses
Modular Interchangeable Gaming Mouses
The Ninox Astrum Mouse is Lightweight and Customizable
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4
Angular Military-Inspired Computer Cases
Angular Military-Inspired Computer Cases
The Cougar Conquer Essence Micro ATX Case is Durable
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3
Designer-Focused Computer Monitors
Designer-Focused Computer Monitors
The Acer ProDesigner Offers HDR and 4K in an Impressive Package
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2
Stress-Eliminating Ergonomic Seats
Stress-Eliminating Ergonomic Seats
The 'Chotto' Chair Puts the Body in a Neutral Position
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1
Ergonomic Bed-Friendly Workstations
Ergonomic Bed-Friendly Workstations
The Rest-A-Desk Pro Allows Users to Fully Recline When Working
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