These were the 5 most exciting monitors I saw at Computex 2024
There were some massive announcements at Computex 2024, including a suite of new, exciting gaming monitors.
Microsoft is warping the PC industry into something unrecognizable
Computex proved that Microsoft has a lot more power over AMD and Intel than we normally give it credit for.
AMD just won the AI arms race
Everyone's talking about NPUs and AI, but AMD just took the lead at a very important time.
Asus’ new gaming keyboard is the sleeper hit of Computex 2024
Asus has a new version of the iconic ROG Azoth, and it's easily one of the most impressive pieces of tech I've seen at Computex 2024.
Don’t upgrade your GPU until you’ve read this
With new graphics cards arriving shortly from AMD, Nvidia, and Intel, you might be in the market for an upgrade. Don't make these mistakes.
I tested the ROG Ally X — and it’s a signficant upgrade
I had a chance to use the new Asus ROG Ally X at Computex 2024, and it's a bigger upgrade than you're probably expecting.
Acer is finally back in the gaming monitor fight
Acer's new X27U F3 OLED gaming monitor puts the brand back at the forefront of the gaming monitor conversation.
Copilot+ was a monster announcement. Here’s how I think Apple will respond
Microsoft's Copilot+ announcements will be judged against what Apple announces at WWDC on June 6.
I’m attending the world’s biggest PC show next week. Here’s why I’m so excited
Computex 2024 will be massive, and we already have some hints as to what will be at the show. Here are the main announcements we expect to see.
Why you should buy a Mac mini instead of a MacBook Air
Picking between the Mac mini and the MacBook Air can be tough, but there are plenty of reasons why Apple’s bite-sized desktop is the best choice.
Whatever you do, don’t buy the Asus ROG Ally right now
Asus' ROG Ally is still one of the best handheld PCs you can buy, but it's definitely one of the worst times to pick one up.
The real reason behind Copilot+ PCs goes far beyond just AI
Microsoft is kicking off a new era with Copilot+ PCs, but despite AI being all the rage in 2024, the Copilot+ push is about more than that.
The MacBook monopoly just got overturned
Microsoft's new Copilot+ PCs are faster and longer lasting than the MacBook Air.
Sorry, Microsoft — I don’t want Copilot+ reading my DMs yet
Copilot+ PCs can track everything you do to provide helpful context, but I'm not convinced the new devices are free of issues quite yet.
This was the most momentous PC announcement in decades
The AI PC started as a nebulous idea, but with Copilot+ PCs, Microsoft is bringing it to fruition in a big way.
I ask again: Will Apple ever merge the Mac and iPad?
A new report says Apple should bring the Mac and iPad closer together. What would this future look like, and is it even a good idea? I’m not convinced.
This $7 app doubled the performance of my gaming PC — seriously
It sounds too good to be true, but Lossless Scaling, a $7 app on Steam, can double your frame rate in almost any game.
I traded my mechanical keyboard for a magnetic one. I’m not going back
When my old mechanical keyboard broke down, I decided to go magnetic and try Turtle Beach's Vulcan 2 TKL Pro.
4 high-end features Windows laptops still have over MacBooks
Apple's MacBook lineup offers excellent performance, even better battery life, and great displays. But that doesn't mean Windows laptops can't compete.
Ghost of Tsushima is a great PC port with one big problem
Ghost of Tsushima is finally on PC after four years, and although the port is excellent, it has one big problem.
The 5 best things you can do with Copilot Pro right now
Copilot Pro has many fascinating features integrated into its Microsoft 365 suite. Here's how they work.
Stop using these default Mac apps — trust me
Not every Mac app created by Apple is a winner. Here are five Apple-designed Mac apps that you should switch out for superior third-party alternatives.
Why Keychron’s latest keyboard just became my daily driver
The Keychron Q1 HE builds on an already solid foundation with magnetic switches, and it shoots ahead of the competition in the process.+
5 cheap graphics cards you should buy instead of the RTX 4060
Nvidia's RTX 4060 isn't your only option for a GPU around $300. Here are five excellent alternatives to keep in mind.
Here are 5 macOS 15 features that I can’t wait to see
Apple’s macOS 15 operating system promises to bring some pretty major changes to your Mac this summer. Here’s what I’m looking forward to seeing the most.
Google has a chance to take on the Quest and Vision Pro in a big way
Google could unveil Android XR as an alternative to Apple's Vision Pro and Meta's Quest operating systems at Google I/O 2024.
Whatever you do, don’t buy a Windows laptop right now
A major revolution in the world of Windows laptops is just around the corner, and it's worth waiting for.
I’ve built hundreds of PCs. These are the mistakes I’ve regretted most
Even after building hundreds of PCs, I still make some careless mistakes. Here are the worst ones and what you can do to avoid them.
The simple reasons HDR looks terrible on your PC
It's a struggle to get a great HDR image out of your PC, but it doesn't have to be. Here are the simple reasons why.
I want to love Asus’ gaming earbuds, but there are problems
Asus' Cetra SpeedNova earbuds deliver what gamers are looking for thanks to ANC and a low latency connection. But there are a couple of big issues.
The new iPad Pro would be perfect, if only it were a Mac
The new M4 iPad Pro and its OLED display makes me envious as a Mac user. And it feels like Apple is making me wait for the perfect Mac gaming machine.
This simple app was a surprising upgrade to my gaming PC
Sometimes the simplest Windows apps turn out to be the most useful, and JustScroll definitely fits that description.
8 AI chatbots you should use instead of ChatGPT
Here’s a look at some of the current ChatGPT alternatives to illustrate how the AI landscape has changed since the chatbot first released.
5 laptops you should buy instead of the Dell XPS 14
The Dell XPS 14 is a new member of Dell's iconic lineup, and it's a strong contender among 14-inch laptops. However, it has some serious competition.