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Computing is the foundation on which the rest of technology is built, but it’s also the lens through which we see the future. That’s why we take it seriously at Digital Trends. Our approach includes coverage of the hardware and software of PCs, but also the larger ecosystem of everything that plugs into them. Windows, Macs, laptops, graphics cards, CPUs, gaming monitors, and yes — even printers. And that’s just scratching the surface.

Through covering the latest news and performing the hands-on testing ourselves, we’re able to offer the best PC buying advice you’ll find on the internet. We do our own in-depth testing on everything from the battery life of laptops to monitor image quality. We even delve into the expanding world of the PC gaming tech with ReSpec, our biweekly deep-dive column on making your PC games look and play their best.

So, whether you’re shopping for your next laptop, reading up on the latest GPU news for your next upgrade, or just trying to take a screenshot on Mac, you’ve come to the right place.

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Three main components of Intel's XeSS 2 upscaling

Intel releases XeSS 2.0 developer tools, but keeps code under lock and key

Intel's XeSS 2.0 has limited support, but the SDK release should help expand adoption.
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Asus Ascent GX10 packs supercomputer power into a tiny box

Acer Chromebook Spin 513 top down view showing display and keyboard deck.

Chromebooks are about to get a lot smarter, and more accessible

Nvidia RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell GPU

Nvidia RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell sets a new standard for workstation GPUs

Windows 11 logo on a laptop.

Copilot+ PC exclusive settings teased in Windows 11 preview

The Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop with Evil Dead The Game on the screen.

The Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop with RTX 4080 has a $500 discount

Nvidia Quantum computing

Quantum computing just got an AI upgrade

Apple MacBook Air 15 M4 front angled view showing display and keyboard.

MacBook Air 15 (M4) vs. Surface Laptop 7: the MacBook is just better

Apple Studio Display front view showing panel and stand.

Apple Studio Display review: the perfect match for any Mac

EMBARGO: 18 March 2025 9am PT - new Gemini features.

Gemini’s new feature might make it your new favorite group project partner

A man is working on the HP EliteBook X laptop.

A ChatGPT rival may soon control your desktop with voice

The Surface Pro 11 on a white table in front of a window.

Microsoft is working on making it easier to talk to your PC

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The Yeston Sakura Atlantis Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card

Struggling to find an AMD RX 9070? Stock shortages may ease soon

Chinese GPU maker Yeston says that stocks for the RX 9070 should stabilize after April.
The XPS 16 open on a table.

The powerful Dell XPS 16 is on sale with a $600 discount

The gorgeous and powerful Dell XPS 16 with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card and 32GB of RAM is on sale from Dell for $2,450 following a $600 discount.
LG UltraGear 32-inch QHD Monitor 32GN600-B with gameplay onscreen.

Need a budget-friendly gaming monitor? Get this LG for less than $200

The 32-inch LG UltraGear QHD gaming monitor with a 165Hz refresh rate is a budget-friendly screen that's even more affordable with a $161 discount from Walmart.
AMD's RX 7700 XT in a test bench.

AMD 9070 XT is a good upgrade over the 7800 XT

AMD's new RX 9070 XT has proved itself a worthy upgrade for those with a 7800 XT, with better ray tracing and upscaling capabilities.
The Zenbook Fold 17 open on a table.

Here’s how Apple’s first foldable MacBook might win me over

A fresh leak has claimed once again that Apple is developing a MacBook-iPad hybrid with a foldable screen. This time, the news might have finally won me over.
GIMP 3.0 splash screen

Open source image editor GIMP makes comeback after seven years

The latest version of GIMP offers a revamped user interface and a bunch of new features.
Screenshots of MSI Afterburner over a colorful background.

Nvidia RTX 50 series owners can unlock free GDDR7 memory speed boost

MSI Afterburner's latest update now allows memory overclocking on RTX 50 series GPUs
AI chatbots.

China joins the global push for AI content regulation

China is the latest country to attempt to legally regulate AI-generated content. Learn about the new rules and their impact.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 monitor with 990 Pro SSD on a white background.

Buy this Samsung 49-inch OLED monitor deal and get a free 4TB SSD

If you purchase the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor and 4TB Samsung 990 Pro SSD through this bundle from Samsung, you'll pocket $666 in savings.
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Google’s new satellite network can help spot wildfires

Google has partnered with numerous other agencies to launch FireSat, a first-of-its-kind wildfire detection system.
Microsoft Copilot Pro.

Microsoft’s Copilot can now control your phone from your PC

Microsoft improves the Phone Connection app which allows Copilot on your Windows PC to connect to your Android phone to make messaging easier.
Discord SDK in-game menu.

Discord is supercharging games with built-in messaging and voice chats

Developers can now add Discord features right into their games, which is going to make it a lot easier for us to chat with friends.
Copilot key on the Asus ROG Falchion HFX.

The latest Windows 11 build has a surprising bug — it gets rid of Copilot

The latest Windows build has found itself with an interesting bug -- it unintentionally removes the Copilot app and unpins it from the taskbar.
The Ryzen 9 9950X between someone's fingertips.

CPUs to buy instead of the Ryzen 9950X3D

The AMD Ryzen 9950X3D is amazing, but it's out of stock and not for everyone. Here's what you should buy instead.
Several AMD RX 9000 series graphics cards.

Even AMD is surprised by how fast it’s gaining on Nvidia

AMD's most recent GPU launch was widely successful, pushing the company to new heights in terms of market share in Japan.
A person using an Apple Mac Studio (2022) computer at a desk.

Apple might be working on two top secret monitors, and that could be big news for Mac users

Apple could be developing two new monitors, which might be upgrades for the Studio Display and Pro Display XDR. That would be great news for pro Mac users.
big tech logos around capitol hill

Europe wants to get in on big tech — here’s why that could be good for everyone

If you're looking for a silver lining in all the current political strife, the "Euro Stack" could be it. More competition for big tech means more choices for us.
The RTX 5090 sitting on a pink background.

More RTX 50-series price hikes show scalpers aren’t the only problem

Scalpers aren't the only issue that gamers have to deal with. Now, even the manufacturers are raising GPU prices, leaving their old MSRP far behind.
Gemini Advanced on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

I saw Google’s Gemini AI erase copyright evidence. I am deeply worried

Gemini Flash AI model is removing watermarks from copyright-protected images. I witnessed it in action, and I am worried about the future of fair usage ethics.
The Intel Pather Lake SoC showcased at the Embedded World 2025. Captured by PC Games Hardware.

Intel’s Panther Lake chips might not roar until 2026

Intel's next big laptop chip upgrade is expected to arrive by early 2026.
Person wearing a VR kit for speech training.

Mobile-based free VR tool is helping people beat speech anxiety

Virtual Reality was once considered a niche for video games, but over the years, it has found application in many areas. From and paving the way for immersive concerts to , the . The latest VR innovation comes from the University of Cambridge, and it aims to help people overcome speech anxiety and the fear […]
Type to Siri being used with Apple Intelligence in macOS Sequoia.

Report: Apple’s AI plans for Siri hit major roadblocks behind the scenes

A Bloomberg report indicates that Apple team leads are discussing the state of the Siri AI project internally and trying to reassure staff of its progress.

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