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.
5 ways Nvidia graphics cards still beat AMD
Nvidia and AMD are pretty even in many ways, but there are still a few areas where Team Green shows a commanding lead.
Don’t buy the Surface Laptop Go 3 — here’s what you should get instead
Microsoft priced the budget-oriented Surface Laptop Go 3 at midrange levels. That was a mistake. It simply can't compete at this level.
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.
The worst GPUs of all time: loud, disappointing, uninspired
Some graphics cards are worse than others, but you haven't seen the true definition of "flop" before you've seen these four GPUs.
It’s time to stop ignoring your motherboard when building a PC
Motherboards range from cheap options to outrageously expensive, and while you don't need to break the bank, a pricier board is often worth the money.
As an enthusiast, these are the apps every PC needs to have
Being a PC enthusiast, these are some of the most important apps and software I cannot live without.
Apple fixed one of my biggest macOS gripes with Sonoma — but I still want more
Continuity Camera is a great tool for video calls, and Apple’s macOS Sonoma fixes some of its worst problems. Despite that, there’s more that could be done.
Windows 11 is turning into Windows 12 right in front of us
Microsoft is adding new AI features to Windows 11, and that could form the foundation of Windows 12 when we finally see it.
I review laptops for a living, and these are the settings I change on every device
Windows 11 and MacOS have a seemingly endless array of settings to make for the best possible computing experience. Here are the ones I change first.
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.
Microsoft Copilot sounds great. Here’s why I definitely won’t use it
Microsoft's Copilot is groundbreaking, and yet, I'm really not that eager to start using it.
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.
Everything Microsoft didn’t announce at its 2023 Surface event
Microsoft has just unveiled lots of new products, from Surface laptops to the AI-powered Copilot -- but some products were missing from the lineup.
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.
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.
Microsoft September 2023 event: Copilot, Surface Laptop Studio 2, and more
Microsoft announced several new Surface laptops and a lot of AI-driven updates during its September Event. Here's what you need to know.
My last hope for Mac gaming is the iPhone 15 Pro
Mac gaming has been struggling to gain traction, but the iPhone 15 Pro’s crossover into console games could make everything better for players on the Mac.
I finally upgraded my Google One storage. Here’s why I might never do it again
I spent years deciding whether I wanted to upgrade my Google One storage capacity. Here's why I might never do it again.
I write about tech for a living — these are the browser extensions I install on every PC
Browser extensions can enrich the web and solve pesky problems we all find on the internet. Here are my top recommendations for a better browsing experience.
I bought Nvidia’s worst-value GPU, but I don’t regret it
The Nvidia graphics card I ended up buying is a terrible value, but I still wouldn't have chosen AMD if I had to make the same decision again.
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.
Prebuilt PCs are problematic — here’s how to avoid getting scammed
Prebuilt PCs have some merits, but I'm never going to buy one again. Here's why I would choose to build my own PC each and every time.
TV or monitor for gaming? Here are 5 things you need to know
TVs and monitors share a lot in common these days for gamers, but which should you choose? We break down the most important differences.
I got a rare peek into Intel’s largest offshore manufacturing facility — here’s what I learned
Intel gave us access to its biggest offshore facility located in Malaysia to show us how it manufactures CPUs.
I built my own robot dog, and you can too
I tried Petoi's Bittle X robot dog kit, an inexpensive way to learn new skills and have fun with advanced technology.
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.
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.
I review PCs for a living — here are the apps I install on every device
As a reviewer, I use a lot of laptops, not just for reviews, but also for my day-to-day workflow. Here are the apps I install right away.
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.
No, Apple won’t launch a $99 MacBook for this simple reason
Despite recent rumors, it is highly unlikely Apple is going to launch a cheap MacBook to compete with Google’s Chromebooks -- and the reason is clear.
Starfield PC performance: best settings, FSR 2, benchmarks, and more
Starfield is finally in our hands, and we've put it through a series of tests on PC to bring you optimized settings and performance.
I’m a Windows power user — here are the shortcuts I use the most
Windows 11 provides a plethora of shortcuts that can make your computing more efficient. Here are the ones I use the most.
Starfield bet on FSR, and now Nvidia players are paying the price
Starfield is a visual marvel, but the decision to exclusively use FSR 2 while pushing visual quality keeps many PC gamers from having the best experience.