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How to check ink levels on an HP, Canon, Epson, or Brother printer

Staying on top of your printer’s ink levels is a great way to prevent a nasty shock when it comes time to print that 300-page document. Here’s a guide to help.
OpenAI developer using GPT-4o.

GPT-4o: What the latest ChatGPT update can do and when you can get it

OpenAI's latest ChatGPT model is GPT-4o, and it's a bit of a game changer. Here's what makes it so exciting.
Someone using the Moto G Stylus 5G (2024).

What is 5G? Speeds, coverage, comparisons, and more

Is there really a big difference between 5G and 4G mobile data? We’ll answer that question and many others in this all-you-need-to-know 5G guide.
Cleaning a laptop fan with air blower.

How to clean a laptop fan

Cleaning your laptop fan is an important step in maintaining your machine for the best performance. Here, we provide a simple guide to get you started.
EcoFlow River 2 Pro used indoors to power office computer and equipment.

How to find your Windows 11 product key

Your Windows 11 product key is an important piece of information that you’ll be able to access in a few different ways. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help.
Someone screwing in a power supply.

A friendly reminder that your PC power supply will eventually destroy itself

It's easy to forget about the power supply in your PC, but it will eventually fail. You don't want to be caught in that situation.
How to play Fortnite on Mac

You can play almost any Windows game on Mac — here’s how

With tools like CrossOver and the new Game Porting Toolkit, it's now possible play almost any Windows game on Mac. Here's how.
Windows 10 Home vs. Pro

How to factory reset Windows 10 or Windows 11

If your PC is being sold or has serious errors, then your best option is to factory reset Windows. We'll walk you through the entire process, step by step.
A close-up image of Nvidia's RTX 3080 Ti graphics card.

How to undervolt a GPU: The ultimate guide to undervolting

Undervolting a GPU is a process that may lower the temperatures of your graphics card while maintaining performance. Check our guide to learn how to do it.
Two RTX 4060 graphics cards sitting next to each other.

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.
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How to play Fortnite on a Mac: all methods, explained

Want to play Fortnite on your Mac? Despite some hurdles, it can be done. Here are the best ways to get your favorite game running smoothly on your Mac.
A person holding a phone with the Instagram app open on it.

How to deactivate your Instagram account (or delete it)

Need to shut down your Instagram account for a spell? We’ll teach you how to complete your account’s deactivation.
A man holding a teacup staring at laptop screen.

How to change your Google background in Chrome

Make Chrome more interesting! Here's how to change your Google background in a new tab using themes provided in the Chrome Web Store or using a custom image.
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These Razer Blade RTX 40 series laptops are still on sale for ridiculous prices

The Razer Blade RTX 40 series gaming laptops are still on sale at incredible prices for the month of May. Don't miss out if you're ready to upgrade.
Microsoft word document.

Microsoft finally fixed copy and paste in Word

Microsoft Word makes pasting easier and cleaner thanks to the merge formatting option that you can start using right now.
Three Asus laptops set up on a counter.

Wholesale laptop deals: How to buy cheap computers in bulk

Need to furnish a whole office or classroom with laptops? Here are some of the best outlets that have cheap computers in bulk.
HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Best Chromebook deals: Cheap computers starting at $54

A Chromebook can make an affordable alternative to the best laptops, and we've rounded all of the best Chromebook deals you can shop right now.
An HDR demo playing on the HP Omen 27k monitor.

HP Omen 27k review: a shockingly good budget monitor

With a 4K resolution, great color, and a suite of features for a reasonable price., the HP Omen 27k is a prime example of how far gaming monitors have come.
Security symbol on an iPad in a stand on a table.

Do you need antivirus software on an iPad?

Wondering if you should buy antivirus software for your iPad? Understanding the security and privacy features on iPadOS can help answer that question.
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Best student laptop deals: Laptops for college from $215

Whether you're about to start going to school or need an upgrade, we have a variety of great student laptop deals on offer from HP, Lenovo, and Dell.
Dell XPS 17 9370 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Get $900 off the Dell XPS 17 with 32GB of RAM and an RTX 4070

The Dell XPS 17 with 32GB of RAM and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card is available from Dell with a $900 discount, so you'll only have to pay $1,949.
The ChatGPT desktop app open in a window next to some code.

Macs just got a huge AI boost

With the launch of the ChatGPT desktop app, Macs just became a lot more AI-friendly.
A red Samsung Galaxy Chromebook opened on a table.

Best Buy is having a clearance sale on Chromebooks, from just $149

Best Buy is offering discounts on several Chromebooks, with prices starting at just $149. If you want to buy a Chrome OS-powered device, don't miss these deals.
The HP Omen 40L sitting on a coffee table.

Save $230 on this HP gaming PC with an RTX 4060 Ti

Jump into modern PC gaming with the HP Omen 40L, which you can get from Best Buy with a $230 discount. You'll only have to pay $1,250 for this powerful machine.
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Google’s holographic ‘magic window’ video calls are becoming a reality

Google said that it is collaborating with HP to start commercializing Project Starline in 2025.
A right-side view of a Dell G16

Dell just knocked $600 off this gaming laptop with an RTX 4070

The Dell G16 gaming laptop with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card and a 16-inch QHD+ display is down to $1,300 from Dell, following a $600 discount.
OpenAI's Mira Murati introduces GPT-4o.

ChatGPT can laugh now, and it’s downright creepy

OpenAI just unveiled its latest language model, GPT-4o, and the improvements are impressive across the board -- with a dash of uncanny valley.
Spider-Man running on the LG UltraGear OLED 45.

This LG 45-inch OLED curved monitor is $400 off right now

The 45-inch LG UltraGear OLED curved gaming monitor is an excellent display for the best PC games. It's available from Best Buy for $1,300, for savings of $400.
A product shot of the Meta Quest 3 shown in dramatic lighting over a gradient background.

Best Meta Quest 3 deals: Get Asgard Wrath 2 for free and more

If you're looking for Meta Quest 3 deals, we've got the best offers here. You can get a free copy of Asgard's Wrath II, as well as a free trial of Meta Quest+.
Apple CEO Tim Cook walks off stage after speaking during the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference.

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.
A broken keyboard with a lego man on it.

How to fix a keyboard that won’t type

If your keyboard won't type, it can be extremely frustrating. Fortunately, the fix is probably straightforward. Here's how to do it.
Forza Horizon 4 runs on an Asus ROG Ally.

You might not be able to afford the ROG Ally X

Leakers are starting to share more details about Asus' upcoming ROG Ally X, and you might not like all of the changes that are coming.
Google's Android logo wears an XR headset.

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.
Gaming on a laptop with the Snapdragon X Elite chip

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.
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.