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The best laptops you can buy: Expert tested

We've gone hands-on with the best laptops available from Apple, Asus, Acer, and more so you can find the best fit.

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I replaced my Windows PC with a Mac Studio - here are my takeaways after 24 hours
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3 Apple devices you definitely shouldn't buy this month (and 10 to get instead)
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This budget Lenovo PC is the desktop I recommend to most people - even if you're not a gamer
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Save $1,150 on the Samsung Odyssey Ark and get a 24-inch monitor for free - but hurry
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The best laptops you can buy: Expert tested

We've gone hands-on with the best laptops available from Apple, Asus, Acer, and more so you can find the best fit.
10 hours ago by Cesar Cadenas in Laptops
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I replaced my Windows PC with a Mac Studio - here are my takeaways after 24 hours

The M4 Max Mac Studio is a compact powerhouse that seamlessly fits on my desk - and outperforms my PC tower in several ways.
1 day ago by Cesar Cadenas in PCs
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3 Apple devices you definitely shouldn't buy this month (and 10 to get instead)

Before you click buy on that shiny new Apple gadget, read this first.
3 days ago by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in Smartphones
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This budget Lenovo PC is the desktop I recommend to most people - even if you're not a gamer

The Lenovo LOQ Tower 17IRR9 is a compact yet capable machine that can easily handle most workloads. It offers solid performance at a budget-friendly price.
6 days ago by Cesar Cadenas in PCs
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Save $1,150 on the Samsung Odyssey Ark and get a 24-inch monitor for free - but hurry

Are you looking to upgrade your PC gaming setup? Samsung is offering a dual monitor bundle. Save $1,150 on the 55-inch Odyssey Ark and get a 24-inch Odyssey G3 monitor completely free -- but don't wait.
1 week ago by Taylor Clemons in Gaming
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Amazon has discounted several M4 Mac Mini models (but I don't expect it to last)

Looking for cutting-edge Apple tech without the premium price? Now is the perfect time to grab Apple's most budget-friendly desktop at an even lower price.
1 week ago by Cesar Cadenas in Mac OS
The Homebrew Computer Club 50th birthday and the birth of Apple

What happened at the Homebrew Computer Club 50 years ago: Apple was born, and a revolution began

In the club's garage in Menlo Park, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak showed off the first Apple computer. Bill Gates was decidedly not a member.
1 week ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Tech
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Is this Windows all-in-one a worthy iMac M4 alternative? The 32-inch display says yes

The HP OmniStudio X 31.5 pairs a stunning 32-inch display with a respectable suite of hardware, making it a versatile addition to any home office.
1 week ago by Kyle Kucharski in PCs
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The best mechanical keyboards: Expert tested

We tested the best keyboards from Cherry, Keychron, Corsair, and more with features like RGB backlighting, hot-swappable keys, and tactile feedback. Here are our recommendations.
1 week ago by Allison Jewell in Office Hardware & Appliances
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Save 20% on our pick for best budget gaming laptop at Amazon

The Asus TUF A15 is our pick for the best budget gaming laptop you can buy, and you can save $200 on it at Amazon right now.
2 weeks ago by Taylor Clemons in Laptops
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Finally, a Windows PC alternative to the Mac Mini that gives me even more power

The Minisforum AI370 EliteMini combines high-end hardware with support for up to 4TB of storage in a sleek, compact design, making it ideal for even the smallest desk setups.
2 weeks ago by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in PCs
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The best antivirus software for Windows: Expert tested

Protect yourself online with the best antivirus software in the market, tested and recommended by our experts.
2 weeks ago by Cesar Cadenas in Services & Software
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The best Windows laptops you can buy: Expert tested

After an exciting year in PC laptop industry, we've gone hands-on with dozens of the best Windows laptops around, evaluating their performance, portability, and value. Here are our top picks.
3 weeks ago by Cesar Cadenas in Laptops
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The Samsung monitor I use to edit photos and videos for work is $500 off at Best Buy

The Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 is a 32-inch curved monitor perfect for everything between gaming, video production, photo editing, and streaming. And you can save $550 on one now at Best Buy, but you'll have to hurry because this deal ends at midnight tonight.
3 weeks ago by Taylor Clemons in Computing
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The best gaming PCs you can buy: Expert tested

We tested the best gaming PCs from Alienware, Lenovo, HP, and more to help you find the right balance between cost and performance.
3 weeks ago by Taylor Clemons in Gaming Devices
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