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Why you should buy a MacBook Pro instead of a MacBook Air

The MacBook Air and MacBook Pro 14 are great laptops, with just $300 separating the two with the base M3 chipset. The MacBook Pro 14 is worth the extra cash.
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PC airflow guide: How to position your fans for best cooling

Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14.

I tested the three best 14-inch gaming laptops. There’s a clear winner

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These are the 10 best gaming PCs I’d recommend to anyone

Resident Evil 4 running on the LG UltraGear 45 gaming monitor.

Microsoft just discovered the next big evolution in displays

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Best Mac Mini deals: Save over $100 on an Apple desktop

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iMac deals: New, renewed and refurbished iMac computers

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Best external hard drive deals: Portable SSDs, game drives & more

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Best desktop computer deals: The cheapest PC deals today

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This beloved feature almost ruined Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

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Here’s proof that Snapdragon X Elite laptops can play hit games without issue

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This bundle deal saves you $1,000 on an Alienware PC and monitor

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All the ways Intel Macs are still better than Apple Silicon Macs

While Apple's new M-series MacBooks pack plenty of power, older Intel Macs are still better in a few ways.
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9 best laptops of 2024: tested and reviewed

Looking for the best laptops to buy in 2024? We've tested and reviewed top laptops, Chromebooks, and MacBooks to help you choose.
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The best MacBook to buy in 2024

With plenty of MacBook models to choose from, which should you buy? Our guide examines performance, battery life, design, and more to help you find the answer.
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 5, Surface Pro 9 heavily discounted today

Best Buy is currently offering discounts of $300 and $540 for the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 and the Microsoft Surface Pro 9, respectively, but not for long.
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This Lenovo Tiny Workstation PC with 64GB of RAM is 42% off today

The small but powerful Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Workstation comes with 64GB of RAM. It's on sale from Lenovo at $1,530 off, lowering its price to $2,099.
The MacBook Air on a table in front of a window.

How to find a lost or stolen MacBook

A missing MacBook is one of the worst feelings in the world. Luckily, Apple’s Find My network will help you locate your lost laptop. Here’s how to use the app.
An Apple employee shows a person how to use a Vision Pro headset at an Apple Store.

Does the Vision Pro work with glasses and contacts?

Apple has solutions to use the Vision Pro even if you need corrective lenses, but the headset won't work well for everyone.
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How to export a Word document to Kindle

Ever wanted to analyze a Word document on your ebook reader? It's easier than you think. Here's how to export a Word doc to your Kindle.
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How to back up Windows 11 and keep all your data safe

Your Windows OS is home to precious files you don't want to lose, so let’s go over how to create a backup, just in case Windows decides to call in sick.
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How to insert footnotes in Word on PC and Mac

Adding a footnote to a Microsoft Word document isn't difficult at all. In this quick guide, we'll show you how to insert footnotes in Word in just a few clicks.
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How to download music from YouTube on desktop and mobile

We'll show you how to download music from YouTube via two different options. Just proceed with caution, as downloading music from YouTube can come with risks.
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5 image-editing apps you should use instead of Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Photoshop is popular, but it’s not for everyone. If you’re looking for an alternative, these five image-editing apps should be at the top of your list.
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How do I recover my Gmail account?

Forgetting your Gmail password is something that happens to the best of us. What’s more important is how to retrieve your login. We'll show you the ropes.
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How to fix the ‘Google Drive refused to connect’ message

If you are unable to access your Google Drive with an error pertaining to connectivity issues, here is a quick guide that can help you resolve the problem.
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The 5 best PC cases for airflow in 2024

If you need to buy a new case, check out some of our favorite picks for the best airflow at various case sizes.
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How to embed a YouTube video in PowerPoint

Did you know you can add YouTube videos to your PowerPoint presentations? It’s not too difficult either, and we created this guide to help with the process.
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Google Sheets vs. Microsoft Excel: Which is better?

When it comes time to create a collaborative spreadsheet, should you use Google Sheets or Excel? We compare both platforms to help you decide.
A person holds a MacBook Air at Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference (WWDC) in 2023.

10 Mac trackpad gestures that everyone should be using

Did you know you can open LaunchPad and hide your desktop using macOS trackpad gestures? Here’s everything you need to know about your MacBook’s built-in mouse.
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AMD makes older PCs more upgradeable once again

AMD just unveiled several new processors during an event in China, and owners of AM4 motherboards might be happy.
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Best 3D printer deals: Start printing at home for $159

If you're looking to dive into the world of 3D printing, read on: We've got the best 3D printer deals right here.
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Best Dell laptop deals: Cheap laptops starting at $280

If you're on the hunt for Dell laptop deals, we've rounded up the best ones here. Get the Dell XPS 13 for much cheaper than usual, along with other models.
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Best Buy laptop deals: Cheap laptops starting at $149

Best Buy is one of the best places to buy a laptop online, and with these Best Buy laptop deals it's one of the best places to save on a new laptop as well.

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Senior Editor, Computing

Luke Larsen is a Senior Editor at Digital Trends and manages all content covering laptops, monitors, PC hardware, and everything else that plugs into a computer. Luke joined Digital Trends in 2017 as a native Portlander, happy to join a media company that called his city home. His obsession with technology is in observing the ebb and flow of how technological advancement and product design intersects with our day-to-day experience of it. From digging into the minute details to stepping back and seeing the wider trends, Luke revels in telling stories with tech.

Before working at DT, he worked as Tech Editor at Paste Magazine for over four years and has bylines at publications such as IGN and The Oregonian. When he’s not obsessing over what the best laptop is or how Apple can fix the Mac, Luke spends his time playing designer board games, quoting obscure Star Wars lines, and hanging with his family.