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The Hyte Y40 PC case sitting on a table.

As a pro PC builder, here are 5 building tips no one tells you

You can dig up hundreds of guides on how to build a PC, but they don't cover some minor tips that are critical to keep in mind.
Computing Features
Counter-Strike Global Offensive running on the Alienware 500Hz gaming monitor.

AMD’s new anti-lag tech could land you with a ban in games

It's confirmed: Using AMD's new Anti-Lag+ feature in Counter-Strike 2 will result in your account being banned.
Computing News
The Command Prompt on screen during Windows 11 installation.

This simple keyboard shortcut could save you when installing Windows 11

Windows 11 includes a ton of useful shortcuts, but what do you do when you're stuck in the installer? This shortcut can help you out of a bind.
Computing Features
Motorcycles chasing in Watch Dogs Legion.

All ray tracing games on PC: AMD Radeon and Nvidia RTX ray tracing

Nvidia RTX ray tracing helps the lighting in games look more realistic, but only certain games support the feature. We rounded up all of them.
Computing Guides
Uncharted Legacy of Thieves collection running on Samsung Odyssey Neo G8.

4K gaming monitors are getting cheaper, but I still won’t buy one

Over the past couple of years, the prices of 4K gaming monitors have dropped dramatically. But you still shouldn't buy one.
Computing Features
Sony InZone Buds sitting among other earbuds.

Sony just made all other wireless gaming earbuds obsolete

Sony's new InZone Buds are the first true wireless earbuds that meet the bar for a premium, low latency gaming experience.
Computing Features
Meta Quest 3 sitting on a display table.

How to preorder the Meta Quest 3

Meta's Quest 3 is arriving soon. Here's how to secure your Meta Quest 3 preorder to make sure you can use the headset on release day.
Computing Guides
Hero art for Forspoken

I can’t get excited about AMD’s next version of FSR anymore

Nearly a year after it was announced, AMD's FSR 3 is here. But it feels like yet another promise for what the feature could be in the future.
Computing Features
Alienware Aurora R16 sitting on a coffee table.

Alienware finally fixed the worst parts of its desktops

Alienware has totally redesigned its Aurora desktop with the R16, making it a much more competitive gaming PC in 2023.
Computing Reviews
Steelseries Alias and Alias Pro sitting on a table.

SteelSeries’ new mic is better than my $700 setup

I've been using a Shure SM7B for years, but Steelseries' new Alias Pro is challenging my expensive setup for half the price.
Computing Features
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 sitting on a table.

Surface Laptop Studio 2 review: Microsoft’s latest is faster, but is it better?

Microsoft's updated Surface Laptop Studio 2 boasts better specs and performance, but it isn't the update we've waited nearly two years for.
Computing Reviews
Several Chromebook Plus devices sitting by each other.

Google is changing everything you know about Chromebooks

Google's long-rumored update to Chromebooks is finally here, and it's bringing some massive changes to the range.
Computing News
The Steam Deck sitting on a table with a custom backplate.

I modded the hell out of my Steam Deck, and it’s so much better

I've been using my Steam Deck since it first showed up in the mail, but it quickly became my favorite device after performing a few mods.
Computing Features
The Asus ROG Strix G17 playing Forza Horizon 5.

You can’t buy more gaming muscle for the dollar than this sleeper Asus laptop

The Asus ROG Strix G17 shouldn't be among the best gaming laptops, but one configuration stands out as a supreme value.
Computing Reviews
Special K mod in Lies of P

This ‘Swiss Army Knife’ app transformed how I play PC games

PC games usually arrive with problems, but there's an app that can solve most PC gaming woes with a couple of clicks.
Computing Features
A game playing on the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop.

Nvidia is cheating with its GPUs, and that’s great for laptops

Nvidia's new laptop graphics cards are powerful, but they recieve the biggest boost from DLSS 3, especially in machines traditionally built for gaming.
Computing Features
Microsoft Copilot allows you to ask an AI assistant questions within Office apps.

I saw the AI future of Windows 11, and it blew me away

We all know Microsoft is going deep on AI with Windows 11, but I never expected to enjoy that journey so much.
Computing Features
Reflections on the street in Cyberpunk 2077.

Nvidia’s DLSS 3.5 update is what ray tracing always wanted to be

Nvidia's DLSS 3.5 is a game changer for ray tracing, but that assumes you have the hardware to turn on the feature in the first place.
Computing Features
The Eero 7 Max works with Wi-Fi 7.

Amazon’s Eero Max 7 router is ridiculously expensive

Amazon's new Eero Max 7 router promises a huge boost in speeds, but it comes in at an insane price that many won't be able to afford.
Computing News
Corsair H100i AIO installed on a CPU.

These are the best AIO liquid coolers for your PC in 2023

The best AIO coolers not only keep your CPU cool but also keep noise levels low. Here are some of the best all-in-one liquid coolers in 2023.
Computing Products
A side view of Samsung's Odyssey Neo G9 2023.

Should you wait for the 2023 Samsung Odyssey Neo G9, or buy last year’s model?

Samsung's updated Odyssey Neo G9 is available for preorder, but is it worth waiting? We break down the differences between the new model and its predecessor.
Computing Guides
Microsoft Corporate VP of Devices Panos Panay holding up a Surface Book.

Microsoft’s executive shake-up casts a shadow on upcoming Surface event

Microsoft announced a major executive shake-up with Panos Panay leaving, and it puts the company's upcoming Surface event in a strange spot.
Computing News
Starfield running on the Asus ROG Ally.

Asus’ ROG Ally Z1 is caught in no man’s land

Asus' ROG Ally with the Ryzen Z1 doesn't hold up against even the Steam Deck, leaving it in an awkward spot compared to the competition.
Gaming Reviews
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Asus ROG Ally.

Asus ROG Ally (Z1 Extreme) review: Is it still a killer handheld?

Now that the launch dust has settled, Asus' ROG Ally has seen a lot of changes, and they aren't all for the better.
Gaming Reviews
Cyberpunk 2077 on the Lenovo Legion Pro 5.

I review gaming laptops professionally — these are the only two you should buy in 2023

We review dozens of gaming laptops each year, and there are some great options. But these two laptops truly stand above the pack in 2023.
Computing Features
RTX 4070 logo on a graphics card.

Nvidia’s RTX 4070 is seeing big price cuts in response to AMD

Nvidia's RTX 4070 is already seeing big price cuts, likely in response to AMD's new RX 7800 XT graphics card.
Computing News
AMD RX 7600 on a pink background.

AMD might still have some next-gen GPUs left in the tank — but I don’t buy it

AMD has said it's done with new GPU dies, but a new rumor suggests the company is gearing up to release more graphics cards.
Computing News
The USB C port on the bottom of the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

As an Android user, I can’t wait for USB-C on the iPhone 15

I haven't touched an iPhone in years, but I still can't wait for Apple to finally add USB-C to its lineup.
Mobile Features
The WD Black SN770M hard drive on a Steam Deck.

WD’s new SSD is the Steam Deck upgrade you’ve been waiting for

Western Digital has announced the new SN770M SSD, which is built for devices like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally, and sounds blistering fast.
Computing News
A bunk and helmet in Starfield.

Is a game poorly optimized, or just demanding? They’re not the same thing

PC optimization is a term that gets thrown around so often that it has almost lost all meaning, and it's worth exploring why with Starfield.
Computing Features
Logitech's Pro 2 gaming peripherals.

Logitech’s new Pro X peripherals are stunning, but I only recommend one of them

Logitech gave its series of Pro peripherals a makeover, but only one of them is truly worth your money.
Computing Features
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air placed on a desk.

Apple’s M3 MacBook plans could be in jeopardy this year

Following months of rumors, a new report says Apple might abandon its plans to release M3 MacBooks this year.
Computing News
custom starfield pc giveaway

Here’s how you can win this insane, custom Starfield PC

Skytech Gaming and SignalRGB released an insane, custom Starfield PC, and you can enter for a chance to win it for yourself.
Computing News
AMD RX 7800 XT graphics card on an orange background.

Nvidia gave AMD’s RX 7800 XT a free win

AMD's new RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT have been met with a mixed reception, so why do we still recommend them? It's because of Nvidia.
Computing Features
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