I reviewed 40 laptops in 2023. Here are the 5 that stood out
I reviewed a ton of laptops in 2023, and a handful stood out. Whether you're looking for value, innovation, or performance, one of these five laptops will suffice.
Why the Apple Watch’s newest feature is doomed to fail
The Double Tap gesture control for the Apple Watch is great, but unfortunately, history shows similar tech doesn't always survive.
This hidden gem is the perfect game for your Thanksgiving day relaxation
If you're looking for a great game to chill out to after Thanksgiving dinner, this indie hidden gem is a perfect choice.
Does Monarch: Legacy of Monsters signal the slow death of the cinematic universe as we know it?
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is a frequently entertaining adventure series, but it also feels like a relic of an era that's either dead or dying.
When a high frame rate can lose you the game
Nvidia's Frames Win Games campaign has a lot of truth, but with DLSS 3 Frame Generation, the sentiment gets a little more complicated.
I used the worst app of 2023
Nothing Chats let you send iMessages from an Android phone, but it turned out to be a privacy nightmare. I tried it before it was removed from the Play Store.
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Indigo Disk is a true master’s degree program
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's Indigo Disk DLC still looks rough, but it may just contain the most challenging Pokémon battles to date.
I reviewed 20 phones in 2023. These are my 5 favorites
2023 has been great for new smartphones, no matter how much you want to spend. These are my 5 favorite new phones I reviewed this year.
5 things you need to know before buying a new MacBook Pro
With the advent of the new M3 MacBook Pros, there are some important things to keep in mind when configuring your machine. Here are five of the most important.
Why Catching Fire is still the best Hunger Games movie ever
As The Hunger Games: Catching Fire turns 10, we look back at the film, which is not only the best in its saga but also the pinnacle of YA cinema.
Steve Jobs killed this MacBook feature 15 years ago. Now it might be back
Apple is working on 5G MacBooks, a new report claims. If true, the change could massively improve your connectivity while you’re away from Wi-Fi networks.
OpenAI is on fire — here’s what that means for ChatGPT and Windows
OpenAI, maker of ChatGPT, fired CEO Sam Altman on November 17, kicking off a string of events that are still playing out.
Why RCS for the iPhone is Apple’s biggest announcement of 2023
RCS is coming to the iPhone next year. It's unexpected, exciting, and perhaps the most important thing Apple's done in 2023.
AMD isn’t competing with Intel anymore — Threadripper just wins
AMD's new Threadripper 7000 CPUs put up insane performance, but it's the fact that you can actually buy them that stands out.
Why I can’t wait for Apple to finally make a smart ring
Apple seems to have the smartwatch market pretty well handled. But what if it made a smart ring?
5 Square Enix RPGs that need to make a Super Mario RPG-style comeback
Following the release of Super Mario RPG and Star Ocean: The Second Story R, we're already dreaming up more Square Enix classics that deserve a remake next.
Scientists disagree on how fast the universe is expanding, and new tech is making it worse
Usually new tech brings us closer to understanding more of the universe, but in the field of cosmology, one uncertainty is only getting worse.
I hated this classic Steven Spielberg movie everyone loves. Here’s why
Steven Spielberg has directed many masterpieces, and while this beloved movie is among many people's favorites I just can't get behind it. Find out why.
These are the best games to play on your new M3 Mac
Apple’s M3 series of chips has taken Mac gaming to another level. If you want to test your new machine with the most demanding Mac games, try these on for size.
You Asked 11: throwing shade on OLED, TVs vs. PC monitors
Can sunlight damage your OLED? Why do monitors look better in the store? And is a TV or PC monitor better for gaming and streaming? Let's find out.
With its final DLC, Mario Kart 8 cements its legacy as a multiplayer classic
With Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's final DLC out, it's no stretch to finally call it one of the best multiplayer games of all time.
I built the best gaming PC in the world — and it wasn’t worth it
I upgraded my PC with some of the fastest components in the world and it's made my work much faster, but it barely effected my gaming at all. Here's why.
The ‘Indie’ label is losing its meaning, and that’s a big problem for gaming
After Dave the Diver nabbed a controversial Best Indie nomination at the Game Awards, the indie game label needs some reexamining.
This is the best Dell gaming laptop you can buy
This is currently the best Dell gaming laptop that you should be buying in 2023.
Double Tap is the coolest Apple Watch feature I’ve used in ages
Double Tap may be a bit limited in what it can do, but that doesn't stop it being one of the coolest Apple Watch features I've used in a while.
Upgrade your PC or start from scratch? Here’s our definitive guide on the question
If your PC isn't cutting it anymore, it might be time to upgrade. But should you start from scratch or replace certain components? Let's find out.
Volvo EM90 electric minivan: price, release date, range, and more
Volvo is finally taking on the electric minivan with the new Volvo EM90. Here's everything you need to know about the EM90.
You probably didn’t watch the most underrated crime thriller of the 2010s. Here’s why you should see it now
This underrated action movie with Liam Neeson and Colin Farrell was overlooked when it was released in 2018. Here's why it's due for a rewatch.
Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR turned me into a sociopath (and I love it)
Assassin's Creed Nexus VR isn't just a great VR game; it's Ubisoft's best game in years.
How I use my Apple Watch and iPhone to manage my diabetes
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. The iPhone and Apple Watch are valuable tools for diabetes management — here's how I use them to control my diabetes.
This magic Photoshop feature has changed how I edit photos forever
The latest generations of AI aren't just great to chat to and for making fun AI art -- they can speed up your workflow in Photoshop too. Here's how.
I did a Pixel 8 and OnePlus 11 camera test. Picking a winner wasn’t easy
The Google Pixel 8's camera has a good reputation, but how does it fare when it goes up against the OnePlus 11? Surprisingly, it's a very close comparison.
Whatever you do, don’t buy an Nvidia GPU right now
We're already seeing deals on graphics cards for Black Friday, but now is just about the worst time to pick up a current-gen Nvidia graphics card.
All the best macOS Sonoma tips and tricks you need to know
Find out how to get more from macOS Sonoma and uncover some of its most useful features with these clever tips and tricks for Apple’s operating system.