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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 our ReSpec column, to help you make 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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Luke Larsen
Luke Larsen
Senior Editor, Computing
A demonstration of Gemini Live on a Google Pixel 9.

Google’s Gemini Live now speaks nearly four-dozen languages

Google announced Thursday that it is expanding its Gemini Live feature to 40-plus new languages and connecting Gemini AI to more Google apps via Extensions.
Computing
Andrew Tarantola
AMD RX 7800 XT graphics card on an orange background.

Some of AMD’s best GPUs are now cheaper than ever

Computing
Monica J. White
Computing
Monica J. White
The lid of the Zenbook S 14.

I compared two brand new Lunar Lake laptops — here’s what I’d buy

Computing
Mark Coppock
Computing
Mark Coppock
Best Prime Day Deals

Prime Big Deal Days 2024 MacBook Deals: Big Savings on MacBook Air and Pro

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Aaron Mamiit
Computing
Aaron Mamiit
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Best Buy deals: Save on laptops, TVs, appliances, and more

Computing
Albert Bassili
Computing
Albert Bassili
Lenovo Flex 5i 14 2023 media mode showing display.

Best Buy is selling a great Lenovo student laptop for just $330 right now

Computing
Jennifer Allen
Computing
Jennifer Allen
Half-Life Alyx looked crisp in a tethered connection to Vive Focus Vision.

I reviewed HTC’s new Vive Focus Vision, a lossless VR headset built for PC gaming

Gaming
Alan Truly
Gaming
Alan Truly
copilot pro logo

Copilot Pro: how to use Microsoft’s advanced AI sidekick

Computing
Andrew Tarantola
Computing
Andrew Tarantola
The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X installed in a motherboard.

Some AMD motherboards are reportedly slashing SSD speeds

Computing
Kunal Khullar
Computing
Kunal Khullar
Nvidia CEO Jensen in front of a background.

Nvidia just released an open-source LLM to rival GPT-4

Computing
Andrew Tarantola
Computing
Andrew Tarantola
Apple's Craig Federighi discusses macOS at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

Apple October Mac event: everything we expect to be announced

Computing
Alex Blake
Computing
Alex Blake
The Lian Li A3-mATX case in white with mesh side panel.

Lian Li’s $70 small form factor case just became my daily driver

Computing
Kunal Khullar
Computing
Kunal Khullar
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RX 7900 XTX and RX 7900 XT on a pink background.

Nearly two years later, AMD’s RX 7000 GPUs don’t even make up 1% of Steam players

Two years after releasing, AMD's RX 7000 GPUs barely move the needle on Steam, making up less than half of 1% of players.
Jacob Roach
A screenshot of Microsoft WordPad running on Windows 11.

It’s official — Microsoft WordPad is dead after 29 years

Microsoft WordPad is officially deprecated, which means it will disappear as soon as you update to 24H2. There is a workaround, though.
Willow Roberts
The Razer Ornata V3 is now available for $70.

The best Razer keyboards to buy in 2024

Razer is a well-known brand in the peripherals space, especially when it comes to premium gaming equipment. Here are some of the best Razer keyboards for 2024.
Kunal Khullar
Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7445) front view showing display and keyboard.

Dell’s value-focused Inspiron 14 2-in-1 is almost great, but one thing holds it back

The Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7445) leverages a moderately fast AMD chipset to offer up an appealing price. But too many compromises get in the way.
Mark Coppock
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Intel Arrow Lake is right around the corner

After months of rumors, it seems that we finally have a firm release date for Intel Arrow Lake.
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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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PrivadoVPN review: the new budget VPN you can use for free

I reviewed PrivadoVPN to see if this newcomer can compete with leading VPNs while keeping subscription costs to a minimum.
Alan Truly
HP Dragonfly Pro front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

This HP Notebook is great for students, and it’s on sale with a $780 discount

The HP Dragonfly Pro, a powerful laptop that offers access to 24/7 live support for any technical problem, is on sale from B&H Photo Video with a $780 discount.
Aaron Mamiit
AMD Rizen CPU 3 next to box

Do CPUs require drivers?

Updating your graphics drivers and chipset drivers is important, but what about CPU drivers? They don't have their own, but some drivers may be worth updating.
Myles Goldman
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Here’s your chance to win this Gigabyte gaming laptop — a $1,300 value

Here's your chance to win an awesome Gigabyte gaming laptop (G6X 9KG) with a GeForce RTX 4080 and plenty of power to play Black Myth: Wukong.
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AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D chip.

When should you upgrade your CPU?

The CPU is arguably the most important component in a computer, but how do you know when you to upgrade? Here's how to tell whether it's time for a new chip.
Matthew Connatser
The Alienware m18 R2 gaming laptop with Baldur's Gate 3 on the screen.

This Alienware gaming laptop with i9 and RTX 4090 is $600 off

Dell has reduced the price of its high-end Alienware m18 R2 gaming laptop by $600 and it's an absolutely fantastic machine for the price.
Jennifer Allen
Over the shoulder view of a person using a Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 laptop.

What is CPU usage, and how to fix high CPU usage

If your PC has slowed down, high CPU usage may be the cause. In this guide, we will show you how to check your CPU usage and how to fix it when it's too high.
Monica J. White
Dell XPS 15 OLED on a table.

Best Dell XPS deals: Save on Dell XPS 13, Dell XPS 15 and Dell XPS 16

We've rounded up the best Dell XPS deals on laptops that are available right now, so don't miss this opportunity to enjoy huge discounts.
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Westinghouse’s new nuclear microreactor could power tomorrow’s AI data centers

Westinghouse is moving forward with a new microreactor that could power AI data centers for nearly a decade without refueling.
Andrew Tarantola
The iBUYPOWER Y60 gaming desktop PC on a white background.

Best Buy slashed the price of this iBuyPower gaming PC with RTX 4070

The iBuyPower Y60 gaming desktop PC is a popular gaming rig thanks to being great value and packed with excellent hardware. It's on sale at Best Buy now.
Jennifer Allen
Cyberpunk 2077 on the Acer Predator Z57.

Acer’s 57-inch ultrawide is the most insane monitor I’ve ever reviewed

The Acer Predator Z57 is as insane as you think it is, but after spending a few weeks with the massive monitor, I'm struggling to justify the $2,000 price tag.
Jacob Roach
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

What CPU do I have? Here’s how to easily check

If you want to find out what CPU your PC or laptop is running, you don't need to take it apart. Here's how to check your processor in just a few quick steps.
Jon Martindale
The HP 14 Chromebook (14a-ne0013dx).

Hurry! Best Buy is selling this HP Chromebook for just $159

Need a laptop that won’t break the bank? For a limited time, you can take home the HP 14 Chromebook for just $160 when you purchase at Best Buy.
Michael Bizzaco
The Dell XPS 14 on a white background.

Dell Sale: XPS 14 laptops up to $550 off

Both version of the Dell XPS 14 are on sale! Purchase through the manufacturer and save up to $550 on this terrific Windows laptop.
Michael Bizzaco
Alienware Aurora R16 sitting on a coffee table.

The Alienware Aurora R16 with i9 and RTX 4090 is almost $1,000 off

Unleash the fury of a powerhouse PC when you game with the Alienware Aurora R16 with an Intel Core i9, now on sale at Dell for $3,700.
Michael Bizzaco
A closeup of gamer using a mechanical keyboard with rgb lighting

Best budget mechanical keyboards for 2024

Mechanical keyboards are typically more expensive, but they don't have to be outside your budget. Here are some great affordable mechanical keyboards.
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An open MacBook Pro on a table.

The M4 MacBook Pro is apparently listed for sale on Facebook — but I don’t buy it

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A screenshot of the Nvidia app.

The Nvidia app just added a feature I’ve wanted for years

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Microsoft Surface Pro 11 front view in tablet mode.

Microsoft is finally making Copilot+ laptops useful for AI

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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announces updates to the company's Copilot artificial intelligence (AI) tool.

Microsoft Copilot now has a voice and can ‘see what you see’ on the internet

Computing
Several Chromebook Plus devices sitting by each other.

Your Chromebook is about to get a massive AI upgrade for free

Computing
An Intel Core Ultra Series 2 chip embedded in a piece of glass.

Intel’s upcoming high-end CPU failed to beat AMD

Computing
A person holds the connectors of an Nvidia 12VHPWR cable from an RTX 4090 graphics card. The ends of the connectors are burned and melted from where the cable has overheated.

This $76 accessory sounds an alarm if your GPU is melting

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Windows 11 logo on a laptop.

Whatever you do, don’t install the Windows 11 September update

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Your Chromebook is about to get a massive AI upgrade for free

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AMD Ryzen 9 3900x pins.

Here’s everything to consider when buying a CPU in 2024

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Apple M1 MacBook Air open on a desk with plants in the background.

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The Alienware m18 gaming laptop.

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The Lenovo Ideapad 1.

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The Asus ExpertBook P5 proves Lunar Lake laptops aren’t created equal

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Computing
AMD Rizen CPU 3 next to box

Do CPUs require drivers?

Computing
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D chip.

When should you upgrade your CPU?

Computing
Over the shoulder view of a person using a Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 laptop.

What is CPU usage, and how to fix high CPU usage

Computing
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

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Computing
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Should you overclock your CPU?

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Computing Reviews

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Lian Li’s $70 small form factor case just became my daily driver

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Canon's Pixma TR7020a is a low-cost, compact all-in-one printer with an ADF.

Canon Pixma TR7020a review: a budget all-in-one with an ADF

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Luke Larsen
Luke Larsen
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.