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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 review: holds up surprisingly well

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is a reasonably fast 14-inch laptop with very good battery life. It would be a better option for business if it had a lower price.
The HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw is a compact, minimalist printer.

HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw review: small, fast and awkward

Find out the pros and cons of HP's new Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw in this hands-on review that uncovers some issues and suggests alternatives.
The browser extension for Hotspot Shield's free version appears on a PC monitor.

I just learned why the fastest VPN isn’t always the best option

Hotspot Shield is one of the fastest VPNs available, so I reviewed it to test the features, quality, privacy, and customer support.
The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i sitting on a coffee table.

This is the gaming PC you should buy under $1,000

It seemed like the era of gaming desktops under $1,000 was behind us, but the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i proves that sweet spot gaming desktops are alive and well.
The Acer Swift Edge 16 open on a table.

Acer Swift Edge 16 review: light but too breezy

The Acer Swift Edge 16 is thin and light with a lovely OLED display. But its poor battery life and flexible lid and chassis set it back among today's best.
The Proton VPN Plus app on a PC monitor is connected via two servers.

Proton VPN review: a scientific approach to security

Proton VPN was created by CERN scientists, and I reviewed the free and paid versions to check which is best and how Proton compares to other top VPNs.
A NordVPN speed test is open on a PC monitor.

You’ve heard of NordVPN, but is it actually any good?

NordVPN is a popular solution to keep your location and privacy secure, so I went hands-on to test its speed, quality, and ease-of use.
The Ryzen 9 9950X between someone's fingertips.

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X and Ryzen 9 9900X review: not for gamers

AMD's new Ryzen 9 9950X and Ryzen 9 9900X move performance forward, but not enough to justify buying them over cheaper last-gen options.
The Asus ProArt P17 on a brick surface.

Asus ProArt P16 review: the MacBook Pro competitor I’ve been waiting for

The Asus ProArt P16 leverages AMD's newest chipset for excellent creativity performance. And it's less expensive than most of its competitors.
Avira Prime antivirus is shown on a PC monitor.

I tried a new antivirus software, but it was more expensive than it was worth

I reviewed Avira antivirus software and compared the free, basic, and advanced protection plans to find out which is best for you.
hp color laserjet pro 4201dw review s is an attractive printer

Don’t call it boring — this printer was an absolute joy to use

I reviewed HP's Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw to find out if this affordable color laser printer has good quality and long-term value.
The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X installed in a motherboard.

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X review: an odd start to an exciting generation

AMD is finally introducing its Zen 5 architecture with the Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X, and the improvements are huge.
The Proton Pass Plus web app is open on a PC monitor.

Proton Pass review: a privacy-first, open-source password manager

I reviewed Proton Pass, an open-source password manager with free and low-cost paid tiers that puts privacy first.
Asus ProArt PX13 front angled view showing display and keyboard.

Asus ProArt PX13 review: a uniquely small and powerful laptop

The Asus ProArt PX13 leverages AMD's latest Ryzen AI 9 chipset for excellent creativity performance. Creators will love the excellent portability.
The NordPass extension is open in a browser on a PC monitor.

NordPass review: a free password manager with premium support

I reviewed NordPass, the password manager from the makers of the popular NordVPN, to check its quality and value on multiple devices.

MSI Claw review (updated): faster but not better

The MSI Claw shows some promise with its quality build and speakers, but there are far too many problems for it to earn a recommendation.
HP's Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw is compact for all-in-one.

HP’s latest Color LaserJet Pro printer works great, but costs too much

I reviewed HP's Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw, testing performance and value of this fast printer that uses vibrant and ecofriendly TerraJet toner.
The Surface Pro 11 on a white table in front of a window.

Surface Pro 11 review: just buy it

The Surface Pro 11 is the best Surface Pro -- and Windows 2-in-1 -- ever made. But is it better than the newest iPad Pro?
Avast One Gold is open on a PC monitor.

Avast One Gold review: the easy-to-use antivirus software

I reviewed Avast One's free and paid antivirus software plans to find out how much more you get when you subscribe.
Ghost of Tsushima running on the Asus ROG Ally X.

Asus ROG Ally X review: better in every way

The ROG Ally X is a massive improvement over the original, even if its price tag is a bit hard to swallow given the competition.
AVG Ultimate is open a PC monitor.

AVG antivirus review: a problematic paid tier

AVG is one of the most popular antivirus apps with free and paid versions, so I tested the top tier to see how much value AVG Ultimate adds.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 review: the best way to waste $1,600

If you have $1,600 just lying around, the RTX 4090 is a game-changing GPU. Most people don't, which is where things get tricky for the RTX 4090.
McAfee antivirus software is shown on a PC monitor.

I reviewed the McAfee+ Premium bundle for antivirus protection. Is it worth it?

I researched and tested McAfee antivirus to check its malware protection, VPN quality, and customer service to find out if it offers good value.
Dell XPS 13 9345 front view showing display and keyboard.

Dell XPS 13 (9345) review: Is this Copilot+ variant a winner?

The Dell XPS 13 (9345) swaps out Intel for Qualcomm in a laptop that's otherwise unchanged. Does that make it a better laptop?
The Asus ROG NUC 970 sitting on a table.

Asus ROG NUC 970 review: an impossibly small PC

The Asus ROG NUC 970 is an impossibly small desktop, but looking closer at the performance reveals why it's so tiny.
Disk Drill Pro is open on a PC monitor with various drives resting on a desk in front.

Disk Drill Pro review: premium data recovery without a subscription

I review Disk Drill Pro, an app that helps recover lost files from your HDD, SSD, and external drives at a great price.
The iPhone Mirroring feature from macOS Sequoia being demonstrated at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

I’ve been using the first macOS Sequoia public beta. Here’s my take on it so far

Apple has just released the macOS Sequoia public beta into the wild. Should you download it? We tested its new apps and features to see if it’s worth your time.
The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme among accessories.

Excellent ROG Azoth Extreme keyboard probably costs more than your graphics card

The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme wears its name proudly with one of the most premium designs I've ever seen, but its price is almost impossible to stomach.
A photo shows Wise Data Recovery Pro open on a PC monitor.

Wise Data Recovery Pro review: Is it worth it?

Wise Data Recovery is a nice free option for file restoration, so I tested the low-cost pro version to find out if it's worth the cost.
Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 review: failing to stand out

The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 would have been a lot more competitive a couple of years ago. Today, it fails to stand out and is hard to recommend.
The Surface Laptop 7 on a table in front of a window.

Surface Laptop 7th Edition review: my new daily carry

The 7th Edition of the Surface Laptop achieves a level of greatness never before seen in the line.
Brother's HL-L3280CDW is compact and attractive.

This Brother printer is great, but here’s why you shouldn’t buy it

Brother's HL-L3280CDW color laser printer has a nice price, so I tested the quality, performance, and long-term value to see if it's right for you.
The RoboForm start page is shown on a PC monitor.

RoboForm review: a password manager that keeps things simple

I review RoboForm, a low-cost password manager that claims 24/7 priority support and unlimited logins for all your devices.
The Keeper password manager app is open on a Windows PC.

Keeper password manager review: share logins with precision and ease

I review Keeper's Personal and Family plans, affordable password management with robust security and lots of sharing features.