Will the Vision Pro replace the Mac? Why Apple will have to tread carefully
There’s a chance the Vision Pro may replace the Mac for some users, yet Apple is trying hard to make sure that doesn’t happen -- and that you buy both products.
Here’s how the M3 Max chip compares to the most powerful Windows laptops
The Apple M3 Max is an incredibly powerful chip that offers the best CPU and GPU performance in a MacBook. How do the fastest Windows laptops compare?
These were the laptop trends that dominated 2023
Laptops were pretty boring in 2023, as affordability and better displays were the most important trends, with the most prominent lines stagnating.
After this year, I finally understand why people buy prebuilt gaming PCs
I love PC building, but even I can't deny that it's now harder than ever to build a good gaming PC.
I fell in love with this PC case that looks like a cheese grater
Cooler Master's flat pack PC case looks a lot like a cheese grater, but it brings far more than a unique look to the table.
Stop spending so much money on your laptop
The days of affordable laptops being slow, cheaply built, and generally disappointing are long past. Today, you don't have to overspend to get a great laptop.
Can the Quest 3 replace my laptop for work? I found out the hard way
Meta's Quest 3 is faster, has sharper displays, and runs the latest software, so it should do more than just gaming. But is it usable for work?
These are the 10 settings I always change on a new Mac
Every Mac has a bunch of settings you can change to radically improve how it works. Here’s what I adjust on each Mac I buy to get even more from my computer.
This essential GPU feature isn’t as simple as you think
Resizable Bar has become an essential feature for modern GPUs, but the more you dig into it, the more complicated it becomes.
What AMD needs to do to beat Nvidia in 2024
AMD and Nvidia are always battling for dominance in the GPU market -- but what can AMD do to actually win the fight?
The best Lenovo gaming laptops you can buy right now
Lenovo's Legion range of gaming notebooks offer solid design and effective cooling solutions, making them a worthwhile choice.
The best PC gaming hardware of 2023: GPUs, CPUs, monitors, and more
After reviewing dozens of PC gaming products this year, here are our favorites, from GPUs and CPUs to keyboards and headsets.
I’m finally ready to stop recommending Apple’s cheapest MacBook
I’ve recommended the M1 MacBook Air for years, but that’s no longer the case. Which Apple laptop should you get instead, and why have I changed my mind?
I’m worried about the future of the Microsoft Surface
2023 has been a hard year for Microsoft's Surface, and it's left the PC brand with an uncertain future.
These are the rules I live by when optimizing PC game performance
Optimizing the performance and image quality of PC games isn't easy, but these simple rules can steer you in the right direction.
This simple app changed how I use my Mac forever
Copying and pasting in macOS seems pretty basic, but there’s one Mac app that gives it such a huge boost that Apple should really sit up and take notice.
I’m a laptop reviewer. Here’s why I still use a laptop from 2021
I keep going back to a laptop I purchased in 2021, even as I continue to review solid alternatives. My Apple MacBook Pro 14 from 2021 remains my favorite.
3 easy ways to quickly improve Fortnite performance
Getting good performance in Fortnite is important if you want to be competitive. Here are the best ways to boost your frame rate to help you win more often.
These are the apps that made me fall in love with my Quest 3
I tried the latest Quest 3 games and apps and here are updates best titles to show off how amazing Meta's new mixed reality headset really is.
7 key settings in macOS Sonoma you should change right now
Many of the best new features in macOS Sonoma are not enabled by default, meaning you miss out on them if you don’t turn them on. Here’s how to do it.
It’s finally time to stop worrying about OLED monitor burn-in
OLED monitor burn-in is a constant worry, but new reports only confirm that they're longer-lasting than people think.
In 2023, Nvidia finally delivered on a promise it made 5 years ago
Nvidia laid out a platform for the future five years ago in the form of RTX, and this year, we finally saw it all come together.
One of my favorite Mac apps is driving me nuts
Apple’s Shortcuts app is incredibly advanced, yet there’s almost no official help on how to use it properly. Apple needs to fix this -- here’s what it can do.
I reviewed 40 laptops in 2023. Here are the 5 that stood out
I reviewed a ton of laptops in 2023, and a handful stood out. Whether you're looking for value, innovation, or performance, one of these five laptops will suffice.
When a high frame rate can lose you the game
Nvidia's Frames Win Games campaign has a lot of truth, but with DLSS 3 Frame Generation, the sentiment gets a little more complicated.
5 things you need to know before buying a new MacBook Pro
With the advent of the new M3 MacBook Pros, there are some important things to keep in mind when configuring your machine. Here are five of the most important.
Steve Jobs killed this MacBook feature 15 years ago. Now it might be back
Apple is working on 5G MacBooks, a new report claims. If true, the change could massively improve your connectivity while you’re away from Wi-Fi networks.
OpenAI is on fire — here’s what that means for ChatGPT and Windows
OpenAI, maker of ChatGPT, fired CEO Sam Altman on November 17, kicking off a string of events that are still playing out.
AMD isn’t competing with Intel anymore — Threadripper just wins
AMD's new Threadripper 7000 CPUs put up insane performance, but it's the fact that you can actually buy them that stands out.
These are the best games to play on your new M3 Mac
Apple’s M3 series of chips has taken Mac gaming to another level. If you want to test your new machine with the most demanding Mac games, try these on for size.
I built the best gaming PC in the world — and it wasn’t worth it
I upgraded my PC with some of the fastest components in the world and it's made my work much faster, but it barely effected my gaming at all. Here's why.
This is the best Dell gaming laptop you can buy
This is currently the best Dell gaming laptop that you should be buying in 2023.
Upgrade your PC or start from scratch? Here’s our definitive guide on the question
If your PC isn't cutting it anymore, it might be time to upgrade. But should you start from scratch or replace certain components? Let's find out.
This magic Photoshop feature has changed how I edit photos forever
The latest generations of AI aren't just great to chat to and for making fun AI art -- they can speed up your workflow in Photoshop too. Here's how.