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Doom Eternal on the Asus ROG XG27AQDMG.

These were the 5 most exciting monitors I saw at Computex 2024

There were some massive announcements at Computex 2024, including a suite of new, exciting gaming monitors.
WWDC 2024 banner.

6 things we expect from WWDC 2024: iOS 18, AI, and more

The Surface Laptop shown in front of a Copilot+ sign.

Microsoft is warping the PC industry into something unrecognizable

An Asus ProArt laptop on a surface against a desert background.

AMD just won the AI arms race

The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme sitting on a stand.

Asus’ new gaming keyboard is the sleeper hit of Computex 2024

The RTX 4070 sitting on top of another GPU.

Don’t upgrade your GPU until you’ve read this

The ROG Ally X running Armored Core VI.

I tested the ROG Ally X — and it’s a signficant upgrade

The Acer Predator X27 F3 sitting on a table.

Acer is finally back in the gaming monitor fight

The Surface Laptop shown in front of a Copilot+ sign.

Copilot+ was a monster announcement. Here’s how I think Apple will respond

Computex 2024 logo.

I’m attending the world’s biggest PC show next week. Here’s why I’m so excited

Microsoft introducing the Recall feature in Windows 11.

Here’s why everyone is talking about this controversial new Windows AI feature

Apple Mac Mini side view showing edges.

Why you should buy a Mac mini instead of a MacBook Air

A man plays High on Life on an Asus ROG Ally.

Whatever you do, don’t buy the Asus ROG Ally right now

Asus' ROG Ally is still one of the best handheld PCs you can buy, but it's definitely one of the worst times to pick one up.
The new Surface Pro on a table.

The real reason behind Copilot+ PCs goes far beyond just AI

Microsoft is kicking off a new era with Copilot+ PCs, but despite AI being all the rage in 2024, the Copilot+ push is about more than that.
The two sizes of the Galaxy Book4 Edge on a table.

The best Copilot+ laptops that were just announced

The Windows ecosystem just launched a bunch of zippy new laptops. Here are the best of them that we've seen so far.
The Surface Laptop shown in front of a Copilot+ sign.

The MacBook monopoly just got overturned

Microsoft's new Copilot+ PCs are faster and longer lasting than the MacBook Air.
Microsoft introducing the Recall feature in Windows 11.

Sorry, Microsoft — I don’t want Copilot+ reading my DMs yet

Copilot+ PCs can track everything you do to provide helpful context, but I'm not convinced the new devices are free of issues quite yet.
Copilot+ PCs being announced from the stage.

This was the most momentous PC announcement in decades

The AI PC started as a nebulous idea, but with Copilot+ PCs, Microsoft is bringing it to fruition in a big way.
An Apple iPad and a MacBook together on a desk alongside a pair of headphones.

I ask again: Will Apple ever merge the Mac and iPad?

A new report says Apple should bring the Mac and iPad closer together. What would this future look like, and is it even a good idea? I’m not convinced.
Cyberpunk 2077 running on a gaming monitor.

This $7 app doubled the performance of my gaming PC — seriously

It sounds too good to be true, but Lossless Scaling, a $7 app on Steam, can double your frame rate in almost any game.
The underside of the Vulcan 2 TKL Pro's keys glow blue.

I traded my mechanical keyboard for a magnetic one. I’m not going back

When my old mechanical keyboard broke down, I decided to go magnetic and try Turtle Beach's Vulcan 2 TKL Pro.
Lenovo Yoga 9i Gen 9 top down view showing tablet and pen.

4 high-end features Windows laptops still have over MacBooks

Apple's MacBook lineup offers excellent performance, even better battery life, and great displays. But that doesn't mean Windows laptops can't compete.
Jin riding through a field of flowers.

Ghost of Tsushima is a great PC port with one big problem

Ghost of Tsushima is finally on PC after four years, and although the port is excellent, it has one big problem.
Microsoft Copilot Pro.

The 5 best things you can do with Copilot Pro right now

Copilot Pro has many fascinating features integrated into its Microsoft 365 suite. Here's how they work.
A person using a MacBook Air connected to two monitors.

Stop using these default Mac apps — trust me

Not every Mac app created by Apple is a winner. Here are five Apple-designed Mac apps that you should switch out for superior third-party alternatives.
The Keychron Q1 HE keyboard sitting among other keycaps.

Why Keychron’s latest keyboard just became my daily driver

The Keychron Q1 HE builds on an already solid foundation with magnetic switches, and it shoots ahead of the competition in the process.+
Two RTX 4060 graphics cards sitting next to each other.

5 cheap graphics cards you should buy instead of the RTX 4060

Nvidia's RTX 4060 isn't your only option for a GPU around $300. Here are five excellent alternatives to keep in mind.
Apple CEO Tim Cook walks off stage after speaking during the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference.

Here are 5 macOS 15 features that I can’t wait to see

Apple’s macOS 15 operating system promises to bring some pretty major changes to your Mac this summer. Here’s what I’m looking forward to seeing the most.
Google's Android logo wears an XR headset.

Google has a chance to take on the Quest and Vision Pro in a big way

Google could unveil Android XR as an alternative to Apple's Vision Pro and Meta's Quest operating systems at Google I/O 2024.
Gaming on a laptop with the Snapdragon X Elite chip

Whatever you do, don’t buy a Windows laptop right now

A major revolution in the world of Windows laptops is just around the corner, and it's worth waiting for.
The Hyte Y60 with an RTX 4090 installed.

I’ve built hundreds of PCs. These are the mistakes I’ve regretted most

Even after building hundreds of PCs, I still make some careless mistakes. Here are the worst ones and what you can do to avoid them.
An HDR demon running on the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8.

The simple reasons HDR looks terrible on your PC

It's a struggle to get a great HDR image out of your PC, but it doesn't have to be. Here are the simple reasons why.
The Asus Cetra Supernova earbuds sitting on top of a gaming PC.

I want to love Asus’ gaming earbuds, but there are problems

Asus' Cetra SpeedNova earbuds deliver what gamers are looking for thanks to ANC and a low latency connection. But there are a couple of big issues.
A person gaming on the M4 iPad Pro and playing Diablo Immortal.

The new iPad Pro would be perfect, if only it were a Mac

The new M4 iPad Pro and its OLED display makes me envious as a Mac user. And it feels like Apple is making me wait for the perfect Mac gaming machine.

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