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Lid view of the Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 laptop.

We tried Nvidia’s most powerful GPU in a laptop. Here’s how it went

Asus set out to create a gaming monster with the ROG Strix Scar 18, and succeeded. It's just the Nvidia tax that worries me.
Sam Altman wearing ChatGPT armor

That moment when I told ChatGPT it needed a history lesson, and it agreed with me

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 headset on a desk.

I’ve tried many PC gaming headsets and I’m not a fan, but I still recommend this one to gamers

Copilot Mode for Microsoft Edge browser.

Why Microsoft Edge is now a better browser than Apple’s Safari, yes really

The Sales page of Intuit QuickBooks Online on a laptop.

QuickBooks’ new AI agents accelerate business efficiency

The Razer Naga V2 Pro gaming mouse on a white background.

I bought a $180 mouse to play one PC game, and I’d do it all over again

RX 7900 XTX installed in a test bench.

This was the perfect time for AMD to make a flagship GPU

Pimeyes illustration

Reclaim Your Face: How PimEyes Puts You Back in Control

The RTX 5090 sitting on a pink background.

Why are GPUs so expensive right now? The answer is far from simple

RX 7900 XTX installed in a test bench.

AMD’s RDNA 5 might deliver what gamers want most — more VRAM

Using Comet on a MacBook.

Web browsers are entering a new era where AI skills take over from extensions

The Zotac RTX 5070 Ti Amp Extreme Infinity plugged into a white gaming PC

5 ways to upgrade your PC without spending a fortune

Several AMD RX 9000 series graphics cards.

You can now unlock AMD’s FSR 4 upscaling on even more games

A new workaround allows access to FSR 4 in nearly every DX11/DX12 game title
The Intel logo on the Arc B580 graphics card.

The GPU market is rough. Here are 4 GPUs you can buy that are actually worth it

Buying a graphics card is no easy feat right now, but fortunately, some cards are still worth the money.
Two graphics cards sitting on top of each other.

RTX 3050 likely to make a comeback because Nvidia knows you’ll still buy one

Nvidia’s budget GPU is expected to go through a revision yet again
The Yeston Sakura Atlantis RX 9070 XT graphics card on a blue background

I love this GPU, but you absolutely shouldn’t buy it right now

Out of all the GPUs that have been released this year, I have a strong favorite -- but you really shouldn't buy it.
Running SuperCorners app on a MacBook Air.

A macOS feature few people use just got even better

Remember the hidden macOS feature called Hot Corners? Well, this free, open-source app turns the corners and even the screen edges into an activity powerhouse.
family sitting down and watching tv in a family room

Why home internet beats 5G hotspots for speed, savings, and reliability

Streaming lags. Downloads crawl. And just when you’re about to join that 8:00 AM meeting with your boss? Glitched again. If you’ve been using your smartphone’s mobile hotspot as your primary home internet connection, you already know how dicey things can get. What might seem like a convenient, cost-effective alternative to home internet often turns […]
Hero image for AppleCare One service package.

AppleCare One is the device protection plan I’ve always wished for

Instead of paying for coverage on each device, AppleCare One lets you pay for three at once, while also availing theft and loss protection benefits.
MediaTek CEO Rick Tsai (left) and Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang (right)

Nvidia’s AI PC delay may be just what the industry needs

A 2026 launch could mean better choices, fewer compromises, and a more mature AI PC market.
You Asked Ep 100

You Asked: Is 100 inches too big? Will Mini-LED or Direct Lit last longer?

On today’s episode of You Asked: Will a Mini LED TV last longer than Direct Lit? Is a 100-inch TV too big for your room? And… why do Sony headphones keep muting your music on their own? Headphones muting themselves? Jason asks: My Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones sound great, but sometimes they pause the music on […]
The Zotac GeForce RTX 5060 Solo 8GB graphics card

GPUs with 8GB VRAM are 2025’s real budget trap

Graphics cards with just 8GB of VRAM are aging badly. Here's why you should steer clear no matter the price.
The Razer Core external GPU enclosure next to a Razer laptop

Are external GPUs still worth it in 2025?

The niche solution is faster than ever, but maybe not for everyone.
The Intel Arc B580 sitting among other graphics cards.

There’s one GPU I keep recommending this year, and it’s not from Nvidia

The GPU market is rough right now, but there's one graphics card I consistently recommend to friends -- and it's not the one you think.
Razer's Pokemon collection, including a keyboard, headset, mouse, and mouse pad, over a yellow background.

Pokémon fans: Razer has finally listened and… it’s here

Razer's latest Pokémon collab is the most exciting one yet, but not for the reason you think.
Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch, stylus, and keyboard.

I found the best Prime Day deal on a tablet hidden beyond Amazon

If you're enamored by tablets, but hold back due to their functional limitations, you can put your faith in the Surfacw Pro 12-inch at an unbeatable price.
Four colleagues have a conversation around a Plaud Note AI notetaker.

Plaud Note, the professional-tier AI notetaker, is 20% off for Prime Day

Plaud Note and Plaud NotePin are your
Employing the Dory app switcher on a MacBook Air

An elegant Mac app has turned my basic tasks into a whole lot of fun

Switching between apps is a productivity routine for all Mac users. Dory makes the chore a lot easier and gives it an aesthetic spin that is a joy to watch.
The conceptual A18 Pro MacBook

I’d love Apple to make a cheap MacBook with iPhone power

Apple is reportedly planning a more affordable MacBook powered by the same processor as the iPhone 16 Pro. It sounds ridiculous, but practically exciting, too.
Mircrosoft Surface Laptop and MacBook Air.

Windows has a major AI problem, and it’s pushing me closer to Apple

The Copilot+ suite of AI tools has left Windows 11 in a spot where even the most powerful Intel silicon can't run it, but aging Macs are doing just fine.
Everyday home screen in a browser with multiple tabs open

I used an AI browser for work. My afternoons became boring and I loved it

Every day at 4 p.m., I have a ritual. And not a fun one. I go through all my browser tabs (usually numbering in the dozens), update Asana, and spend a groggy hour digging through Slack, Teams, shared docs, and email threads trying to reconstruct the day. If you work in digital media, or any […]
AI features within Safari.

Apple must steal these 3 tab features to make Safari truly irresistible

Safari is the go-to choice for Apple ecosystem denizens, but when it comes to tab activity, Dia and Opera are miles ahead. It's time Apple takes some notes.
Apple Features

These are the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 updates you’ll actually use

WWDC 2025 delivered a huge array of new features, these are my six favorites from Apple's new software.
Rear view of lid on M4 MacBook Air.

Apple needs an AI magic pill, but I’m not desperate for it on macOS

Apple deserves criticism for lagging behind Google and Microsoft, but when it comes to practicality, the Mac isn't practically gasping for an AI magic pill.

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